Commercial interior construction, like all construction, can be prone to disruption. Even the best laid plans can fall short and leave a contractor with unforeseen delays. G3 Construction prides itself in consistently delivering a product that arrives on schedule and at cost. In fact, in a recent survey conducted by an independent third party in November 2020, G3 scored 95% in client satisfaction with the overall schedules of our projects. Keep reading to see the top 3 ways we deliver on time.
Communication
Providing up to date project data to all parties involved reduces the chance of errors. In the event a conflict arises, the digital paper trail stored in the cloud provides access from the jobsite to the office. This ensures the project team members have the accurate information they always need; allowing issues to be resolved before they become a project problem. Advances in construction software provide real time accessibility and functionality; allowing contractors to automate tasks and streamline workflows. The use of software like Procore ensures the right people see the right information at the right time. G3 Construction has incorporated many of the tracking functions Procore provides into our standard operating procedures for the following tools, enabling us to provide our clients weekly reports summarizing all relevant data to facilitate the sharing of key information.
- Submittals
- RFI’s
- Observations
- Drawings
- Pictures
- Change Management
Consider Uncertainty.
It is common knowledge in South Florida that contractors do not always do quality work. Certain deficiencies may go unnoticed by building maintenance. Other times, they are intentionally concealed during previous construction. This can prove difficult to predict what hidden defects may lie in wait when estimating a renovation project. An adept general contractor will take certain measures to protect his or herself from getting caught by surprise. By budgeting certain allowances for unforeseen conditions, a contractor can ensure that the funds will be there should a problem arise.
The same should be considered when planning a projects schedule. Careful planning can provide cushion around critical construction milestones. One common example is planning for work that will take place in an adjacent suite. By accounting for delays that may occur due to unforeseen conditions in an adjacent suite, the contractor will alleviate constriction in the schedule should the work take longer than expected.
The use of lead and asbestos in construction materials prior to the 1980’s means that uncovering these hazards is not uncommon and should be expected in commercial renovation. Ceiling tile, insulation, flooring adhesive and roofing coating commonly contain asbestos, while lead can be found in the manufacturing of piping, faucets, and plumbing fixtures. Discovering these materials can certainly disrupt a renovation project in an older building. Proper abatement procedures and careful planning during the preconstruction phase can help prevent hazardous materials from derailing a construction schedule.
Appropriate Material Procurement
Another common reason for project delay is due to poor procurement of materials required to deliver the construction product. Well planned and coordinated procurement processes help maintain construction project objectives and can minimize exposure to losses and delays. Successful construction management requires having up to date information on the status of materials being ordered, as well as expected site delivery dates. Accurate forecasting of the shipment of materials should be included when building a projects schedule and anticipated milestones.
Other important delay factors such as design changes, shop drawings and sample approvals, can be minimized by greater coordination efforts between the contractor and his or her agent. Timely communication of design changes can assist in keeping an acceptable schedule and completion timeframe. Expediting of shop drawing approval by the owner as well as the contractor will help guarantee the material is available by the time it is required on the job site.
For any general contractor, there should never be a one size fits all approach to each project. The common theme when approaching any new job should be to provide the client with the best possible product tailored to their needs and objectives. G3 Construction is not immune to the pitfalls that can disrupt an important milestone during a project, however we are diligent and adaptable. These two traits along with our commitment to continual communication between all vested interests in our projects make certain that our company provides a successful strategy in every job we undertake.
To learn more about our story, and how G3 Construction became the Leader in South Florida Commercial Interior Contracting, please visit our website at www.G3construction.net and follow us on social media for more project and company updates.
