6 Benefits of Design/Build Construction
New construction projects are exciting and full of opportunities – but are often complex, with many moving parts.
Coordinating with multiple contractors and communicating plans between different organizations can create misunderstandings and delays, which is why many customers choose a streamlined “design/build construction” option. Here are 6 key benefits to using a singular design/build construction team for a more efficient custom build experience.
What is “design/build construction”?
Most older construction projects were performed in two phases by two different parties: an independent designer or architect is hired to create the plans. Then, a general contractor or construction company is hired to build the project according to plans. This required two separate contracts and coordination between all parties involved.
Design/build projects take a more streamlined approach by using one firm for the entire project – from the design phase, to the project management phase, to executing the construction to completion. The efficiency and collaborative nature of design/build construction projects have made it a more attractive option… in fact, the number of design/build options are expected to rise within the next few years.
Here are 6 key benefits of hiring a design/build construction team for your next project
1. The ease of a single point of contact
Clients only have to worry about working with one company and project management team from start to finish. This eliminates misunderstandings and potential conflicts or missed items when working on a complex construction project.
2. Your project will get completed faster
When you have a single team working on the entire project, the project management team takes care of everything, including communicating with all the different contractors and engineers, while managing other tasks (such as permitting, site preparation, and construction tasks) in parallel wherever possible. Construction can begin as soon as the design is finalized, without having to find a general contractor and getting them up to speed.
3. Design/Build can save you money
Because both teams are involved in the design and execution of the project, allowing them to keep the project within the budget. Unfortunately, when the design is created without the input of the builders, the project can experience cost overruns, delays, or the need for modified designs. This can be avoided when the designers and the builders are coordinated through the same team.
4. Collaboration can bring innovation, speed, and efficiency
Hiring a trusted design/construction firm means you’ll get input from team members involved in all aspects of the project, not just the high-level design. This can generate creative ideas and innovative solutions as well as prevent conflicts down the road.
5. Accountability is all in one place
You can be assured that the project will be completed as designed, because the design was a result of a team collaboration effort. All parties contribute to and sign off on the project, lending itself to a faster and more efficient project timeline.
In addition, when a single firm is in charge of the entire project, they take responsibility for everything. The client will never have to determine which company to call if there is a problem – just a single firm responsible for mitigating any circumstances that arise.
6. Decision-making is streamlined
With a single team overseeing the entire project, there is a clear decision making structure and process. Faster decisions yield faster results and project timelines.
DR Poulin Construction Co. are design/build specialists
Based in Fitchburg, MA, we specialize in turnkey custom design/build construction projects. With only a single point of contact, our highly streamlined and collaborative approach can give you innovative, cost effective results with a faster timeline. Call DR Poulin Construction Co, at 978-353-6740 for a quote on your next design/build for your commercial, industrial, institutional, and recreational construction project in the central Massachusetts area.
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