In choosing a construction company that will plan and complete a project is a big decision to make. Choosing a wrong company could end up wasting hours and money that you should have to spend. Choosing the right one can make the project process smooth, less headache and affordable.
Company that offers the best price maybe tempting to go when evaluating your choice. The different demands on construction project will place on a construction team is need to consider. Without years of experience and the right people on the team, things may not go smoothly according to the plan.
Below are different things to look for in choosing a construction company for your dream project.
Relevant Experience
To evaluate which company has the best experience for your project, first determine what specific elements your project will entail. Look at the scope, the square footage, and the conditions under which the project will take place. Make a list of those elements and ask the companies you are considering to provide examples of projects they’ve completed that fit those qualifications. Keep in mind that in some cases, the experience may not need to be identical to be relevant, but knowing that your selected partner has successfully incorporated similar elements in past projects is important.
The Project Team
In choosing a construction company for your project, you also need to consider who will be leading the project daily. Ask them to provide resumes for key people anticipated to lead your project that include their past projects. This can vary but will typically include the project executive, project/preconstruction manager, and superintendent. The resumes should include the past projects they’ve worked on, as well as any education.
Testimonials | References | Reviews
An important step in evaluating your options is to check what past clients are saying about the construction company. Testimonials, references, and reviews all give you insight into what it’s really like to work with the company. Looks for mentions of the quality of their workmanship, their collaborative approach, and their willingness to solve the issues as they arise.
Respect On Your Budget
Prioritizing cost above everything can be a risky approach. Instead, you need a construction team that is not only committed to working within your budget but will do so while considering overall value. The other cost-related consideration is their ability and willingness to do great value of engineering. It doesn’t just mean making your project less expensive. Its goal is to increase the value of your project by taking away or replacing things that are not essential to the true goal of your construction project.
Subcontractors
Experienced and quality subcontractors are an important part of a successful construction project. Be sure to select a construction company that assembles the best team to get your job done. Additionally, your construction team should have a plan in place to prequalify new subcontractors so they’re sure they’re bringing a reputable company onto your jobsite.
Licensing | Bonding | Insurance
Be sure that you choose a construction company that is fully licensed to do work in your state. You can check this by asking for them to provide a copy of their license in their proposal or qualification responses. Next step is you’ll want to make sure your construction company is bonded. This helps protect you in the event that the company is unable to complete the project or executes it poorly. You should also be sure they have the proper amount of liability and property damage insurance, as well as worker’s compensation. Ask for insurance certificates in your request for qualifications.
Safety
Before choosing a construction team, you need to get a clear picture of their commitment to safety. You can see this through various safety-related markers. Even if a company is unwavering in its commitment to safety, unfortunately, accidents can happen. If there are a couple of accidents on their safety reports, they could certainly still be a safe construction company that can deliver a great project.
Understanding and Valuing Goals
Probably most important thing you’ll want to look for in a construction team is that they are committed to understanding and carrying out your vision from the project. Each building decision you make will influence the character of the project and the way the end-users will interact with and in the building. You need a construction company that fully understands what your goals are for the project.