Preconstruction
Experience has taught us that the earlier we start working with you, the better opportunity we have to achieve your vision and goals—and the more value we can contribute to the final outcome. Before design or construction takes place, we discuss your vision to determine whether your project is viable and, if so, the best approach. To better facilitate this part of the preconstruction process, we have provided the Construction Delivery Methods Guide as an aide to understanding the practical implications and benefits associated with each of the most common construction processes. With advance consultation, research, and strategy in the preconstruction phase, Connolly will be able to guard against overages and determine the most efficient workflow for your project.
Property/Site Search Site feasibility assessment Conceptual design development Permitting and land-use analysis Subcontractor recommendations and bidding Preliminary estimates
Planning and Architecture
Connolly was an early adopter of the design-build model. To this day, approximately 50% of our projects are delivered using the
design-build model, where we serve as both the designer and builder. We have learned that this approach is unmatched in creating a clear, shared vision between the client, project team and all stakeholders.
Our depth of experience has allowed our design-build approach to evolve into an integrated methodology, focused on design and cost management, that has been proven to save time and result in cost savings.
Our design-build approach is unique in that it enables us to understand design intent when working with outside architects and support effective coordination. This allows us to add value throughout the entire preconstruction, design, pricing, and construction phases. Everyone on our team is accountable - from estimating, hiring/supervising subcontractors, to hitting critical milestones at pre-determined junctures in the project schedule. Our approach to the design-build process can make project administration easier by balancing costs for maximum return and providing you with an objective point of view about construction parameters and budget implications.
Many Connolly projects are accomplished on a negotiated contract, fast-track, design-build construction management basis. Connolly works closely with each client to understand the project's specific needs, timeline, and budget. Rather than fall into a time-wasting bidding and redesign process, our approach eliminates downtime and allows us to provide our clients with more accurate construction costs sooner rather than later. We take responsibility for all administrative requirements and ensure that our clients are informed and as involved as they'd like to be, every step of the way. Connolly's project managers have key long-term relationships with a vast network of subcontractors, materials vendors, and inspectors, thereby enabling us to identify appropriate solutions, systems, and methods required to turn your vision into a successful reality. Our goal is not merely to complete the job, but to do so with such attention to detail that we get asked back for our clients' next commercial development projects.
Our design-build approach is unique in that it enables us to understand design intent when working with outside architects and support effective coordination. This allows us to add value throughout the entire preconstruction, design, pricing, and construction phases. Everyone on our team is accountable - from estimating, hiring/supervising subcontractors, to hitting critical milestones at pre-determined junctures in the project schedule. Our approach to the design-build process can make project administration easier by balancing costs for maximum return and providing you with an objective point of view about construction parameters and budget implications.
Many Connolly projects are accomplished on a negotiated contract, fast-track, design-build construction management basis. Connolly works closely with each client to understand the project's specific needs, timeline, and budget. Rather than fall into a time-wasting bidding and redesign process, our approach eliminates downtime and allows us to provide our clients with more accurate construction costs sooner rather than later. We take responsibility for all administrative requirements and ensure that our clients are informed and as involved as they'd like to be, every step of the way. Connolly's project managers have key long-term relationships with a vast network of subcontractors, materials vendors, and inspectors, thereby enabling us to identify appropriate solutions, systems, and methods required to turn your vision into a successful reality. Our goal is not merely to complete the job, but to do so with such attention to detail that we get asked back for our clients' next commercial development projects.
