Integral's construction management puts the owner, architects, and ourselves on the same team from the onset of the project and offers the owner complete control over the scheduling and cost of their project.
Planning
The first step begins by working directly with the architect/designer already chosen for the project. We participate with the design team in creating an effective ambiance suitable to the client, and continue by establishing preliminary budgets.
Budgeting & Estimating
During the next step, we work with the architect/designer as plans and specifications are developed, keeping in mind the desired completion date, the client’s design requests, and budget. Final drawings are costed out and bids are secured from subcontractors.
Scheduling
Project scheduling is done through the critical-path method. Our state-of-the-art computerized system allows us to pinpoint any delays in scheduling that may occur to anticipate their effects and plan ahead. During this period a construction contract (acceptable to the client, architect/designer, subcontractors, and material suppliers) is negotiated.
Construction
The most critical stage in the performance path involves four primary activities:
Procurement
Expediting
Execution
Supervision
4 Primary Activites in Construction Phase
Procurement: We will find and acquire the necessary materials from our vendors.
Expediting: During this process we will secure the quality and timely delivery of all the materials for the project.
Execution: We will coordinate the people and resources, as well as integrate and perform the activities necessary to accomplish the project's requirements.
Supervision: We will ensure that the project is built in accordance with the requirements of the contract documents, approved plans, specifications, and all government codes and ordinances.
Completion / Personalization
Represents the final step in the construction process. This is the time when the client requests minor alterations. It is also the stage when the finishing touches and designer items are added to effectively personalize the client’s premises. Every detail is checked to make sure that exact requirements have been met to complete client satisfaction.