The earlier the better!
At REID, we pride ourselves on our ability to engage at any stage of a project and confidently deliver value tailored to your specific needs. Whether you are in the early planning phases, navigating a complex construction project, or evaluating existing facilities, our expertise is readily available to enhance your project and drive success.
However, the most value is created by engaging early, when organizations have an inclination that things could be better, and they recognize the potential for real estate to unlock unrealized value. In these formative stages, we can collaborate closely with you to explore possibilities, assess challenges, and identify strategic opportunities that align with your mission.
By integrating your overall objectives with targeted real estate solutions, we can help you realize your aspirations and propel your organization to new heights. Early engagement allows us to assess your unique circumstances, develop tailored strategies, and foster innovative approaches that address both immediate needs and long-term goals.
Ultimately, partnering with us from the outset amplifies our collective impact, ensuring that your project not only meets expectations but exceeds them, creating sustainable value that enhances your organization’s success for years to come.
The first undertaking of any endeavor is the visualization phase, the process of aligning the owner’s vision with the project. Once the vision is clear, next is to develop the program and evaluate its feasibility with regard to existing and potential constraints. These phases are often hastily and perfunctorily performed without proper consideration, in favor of leaping into design. The temptation to pursue conventional solutions is understandable - after all, we can only know what we know. Proper planning will determine how best to accomplish an owner’s vision. Industry studies have proven a consistent correlation between effective planning and successful outcomes, they maintain the premise that decisions made at the early definition stages set the strategic framework for the project. Think of planning as insurance or an investment, the more you’ve invested in the beginning, the more likely you are covered for unexpected events. Visualization and Planning represent a small cost of the project, but has immense impact in the construction phase where +/-90% of the cost and liability occur.
The ability to influence outcome and cost is greatest in the beginning.
A good design and construction manager’s influence on a project’s outcome is greatest in the beginning. The ability to optimize results starts by aligning the owner’s vision and an evaluation of all project variables to create a carefully conceived and well-defined plan that incorporates scope and costs and clarifies programmatic and budgetary objectives. The earlier the involvement the better, as most savings opportunities are identified early. Being onboard early ensures the right options are presented, the right choices are made, and the right professional team is assembled at the outset.
Early Engagement with REID Consulting
Enhanced Project Planning and Strategy Development: Early involvement allows us to provide insights during the initial planning stages. We shape project goals, timelines, and budgets, ensuring that all aspects are feasible and aligned with client needs.
Improved Budget Management: We provide expert cost estimates and budget forecasts based on industry standards and historical data. Engaging us early helps identify potential financial pitfalls and creates a more realistic budget, minimizing unexpected costs later in the project.
Streamlined Collaboration and Communication: Bringing us on board early fosters better communication among all stakeholders, including architects, engineers, and clients. This collaborative approach helps clarify expectations, reduces misunderstandings, and enhances teamwork throughout the project.
Risk Mitigation and Management: Early engagement enables us to identify and assess potential risks ahead of time, such as regulatory issues, environmental concerns, or site conditions. We will develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address these risks, minimizing their impact on the project.
Optimized Design and Build Processes: We identify design efficiencies, materials, and methods that align with project goals. We will suggest value engineering options that maintain quality while reducing costs, ultimately optimizing the design and build processes.
Scheduling Efficiency: By being part of the project from the outset, we will create more efficient schedules that align with the availability of resources, allowing for smoother project execution and reducing delays caused by mis-coordination.
Regulatory Compliance and Permitting: Early involvement allows us to navigate the complex landscape of local regulations and permitting requirements. Our expertise ensures that all necessary approvals are obtained on time, avoiding project delays due to compliance issues.
Sustainability Considerations: Engaging us early allows for the incorporation of sustainable building practices and materials from the beginning. This leads to energy-efficient designs and environmentally friendly construction methods, ultimately benefitting both the project and its long-term impact.
Construction Feasibility and Site Analysis: We conduct site assessments and feasibility studies to ensure that the project can be successfully executed. Our input can help identify any site-specific challenges and recommend solutions early in the planning phase.
Increased Client Satisfaction: By ensuring that the project remains on track, within budget, and aligned with the original vision, early engagement leads to better overall client satisfaction. Engaged clients often feel more confident in the management of their projects and are more likely to achieve their desired outcomes.
Engaging REID at the inception stage creates a solid foundation for success, enabling more effective planning, getting to the right solution, risk management, and execution. This proactive approach not only saves time and money but also promotes collaboration and innovation, ultimately leading to high-quality outcomes.