Pre-Construction Services


Proactive Pre-Construction Services

AKN Construction's pre-construction services include planning, estimating and scheduling during the design development phases to ensure that projects are set up for success before a shovel even hits the ground.
We begin by establishing policies and guidelines for each project and assigning a team of project managers and resources to make sure that your project is well thought out every step of the way.

With experience in providing estimating and budgeting services for more than $20 million of projects, AKN Construction knows how to develop accurate and efficient estimates and discuss budgeting options that make the most of your investment. Our proactive approach to preconstruction continues through the schematic, design development, and by utilizing our team, subcontractors and calling upon architects and construction managers as needed.

As professionals, we have a 100% vested interest in each client. We believe in taking the time to understand your unique needs and challenges, through utilizing our wide-ranging experiences within multiple industries to develop a tailored construction management plan. The opportunity to be engaged during the early design phase and to collaborate with the team at such an early stage Is of a significant advantage. Our preconstruction services ensure every aspect of the client’s project is thoughtfully planned out. Our proactive approach continues through the schematic, design development, and utilizing our team of experienced architects and construction managers to carefully calculate and anticipate the unexpected issues that would otherwise hold up a job. By utilizing our unique approaches, we will make sure your project will meet all your objectives, while adhering to your time and budget requirements.

AKN Construction believes making the right decisions at the right time during pre-construction allows for a more efficient approach on projects that can save both time and money. We possess a team of qualified engineers, architects and professional engineering consultants that provides valuable input and planning, which helps to bolster the bottom line for projects; all before a shovel is placed in the ground.

We strive to ensure our strategies render best value and provide inherent benefits to clients including:


THE RIGHT BUDGET

  • Providing accurate quantity take-offs using state-of-the-art technology
  • Utilizing our cost database for current unit rates
  • Offering valuable design interpretation by construction professionals
  • Enlisting key trades for input on price, availability and current market condition
  • Using Building Information Modeling (BIM) to confirm quantity accuracy

THE BEST SCHEDULE

  • Providing a detailed sequencing plan to meet client needs
  • Using multiple software’s to develop computerized schedules and sequencing options
  • Evaluating optional sequential tendering packages and opportunities for fast-tracking
  • Establishing milestones and critical paths in order to effectively track and maintain the schedule

THE MOST ACCURATE PICTURE OF THE BUILDING

  • Investigating all building elements and conditions
  • Incorporating existing conditions into the design
  • Providing the survey to our clients’ post-occupancy to assist with maintenance requirements

THE GREATEST VALUE FOR PRICE

  • Examining design alternatives for cost and schedule benefits
  • Using our market and construction expertise to ensure accurate costs
  • Committing to achieving the best value for our clients

THE LOWEST RISK

  • Reviewing of the drawings and specifications for conformance to the budget at each design stage
  • Promoting design and construction team collaboration
  • Offering constructability analyses to reduce errors or risks with tender packages for lower price tenders
  • Providing BIM capabilities to “build” in the virtual world first

THE BEST PRICE

  • Pre-qualifying required trades and utilizing only an approved and qualified list of bidders
  • Incorporating a scope of work clarification with tenders to reduce risk
  • Reviewing and analyzing trade packages to confirm compliance and best value
  • Conducting detailed review with trade proponents to ensure a clear understanding of schedule and scope

Contact Our Construction Services Expert

  • info@akngroup.co