For both Design/Build and Construction Management delivery methods, the start of Pre-Construction Phase is Architectural Design and it’s a very exciting time for most building owners. They love the ideas, options, and decorating aspects for their building. And then, when drawings are done, the owner is eager to get to the other main event of Construction Phase. But there is so much more happening during Design than they know and a lot more to be done before this Pre-Construction Phase, “Pre-Con”, is complete. This is also when the contractor gets organized to save the most time and money during construction.
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The Best Way to Speed up Your Building Restoration
Having a Restoration Company and a General Contractor on the Same Team
The team of Wolgast Corporation and Wolgast Restoration was created to be a high level provider of full-service restoration services to deal with all of your challenges when mayhem strikes your building. Wolgast Restoration specializes in residential and commercial restoration when it comes to structural damage from water, fire, wind, or other mishaps. And Wolgast Corporation is a commercial contractor who has specialized in buildings of all shapes and sizes since 1948.
The History of Wolgast’s Construction Management Division
Experts claim that a form of Construction Management (CM) construction delivery was used in ancient times as far back as the pyramids. However, according to Construction Management Association of America, CM became known as a distinctive construction delivery option in the 1960s1. The need for a new construction delivery method at that time was due to more “sophisticated” systems being designed for large, complicated buildings and stricter regulations. It was a growth time for the HVAC industry with the introduction of air conditioning and computerized control systems2. More complex applications increased the role of the contractor to be more involved with the “specification of equipment and parts”. There eventually was a shortage of HVAC installers and with the increased desire for air conditioning, shoddy applications led to many problems. A problem which was well suited for CM advocacy between the Designer and the Contractor.
The Benefit of Design-Build Phase I Drawings
Preliminary plans, such as those provided in a Phase I of the Design-Build process, are the most efficient and economical means to determine the budget for your construction project.
What Makes a Design-Builder a Dental Construction Expert?
I’d like to address a question that has been posed to me about what makes a contractor specialized in Dental Construction. We’ve claimed for a couple of decades now to be an expert at dental office construction, but what does that mean? There are many out there that think a building is a building, but most Dentists will recognize that a design-builder that’s versed in dental operations will make a big difference in the final building design, quality of construction and completion date.
The Story of Wolgast’s Speed
Speed is one of the most coveted aspects when it comes to commercial construction and nothing improves speed like doing a project right the first time. You could argue that cutting corners can sometimes make it faster, and that’s true until it causes rework, back tracking, or failures down the road. Our founder, Jerry Wolgast, had the philosophy of “do it right the first time” and that is still instilled in us today. However, we have implemented programs to help us consistently meet or exceed our deadlines rather than just hope that everything falls into place.
Pardon Our Dust - Under Construction
Three Options to Keep Your Clients Happy During Your Remodel Project
During a commercial remodel, there is more you can do than just posting a good looking “Pardon Our Dust” sign when it comes to your customers and your staff. We know all too well how it is when you’re trying to run a business, but need to update or reconfigure your working space. The thought of disrupting business as usual is just too much, and losing out on customer traffic is out of the question. But never fear, Wolgast has 3 options or solutions to help you get through a remodel with only a little interruption to staff or customers.
How Employee-Owned (ESOP) Companies Deliver More Efficient and Reliable Results
Companies that offer an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for their staff members provide an opportunity for their workforce to have a vested interest in their success. By virtue this creates a long-term incentive for employees to stay with the company and an eagerness to make the company even more successful.
Construction Broker Service Comes up Short in Professional Construction Services
As construction broker companies continue to pop up, they’re coming up short compared to a Design/ Build – General Construction (DB-GC) Firm in many important areas for project success. DB-GCs provide much more control over the schedule and the budget on your project versus a construction services broker.
Medical Office Design and Construction for Savvy Docs
For over 70 years, Wolgast has developed specialty design and construction services for Medical Practitioners and efficient use of their space. We keep in mind the patient flow, staff flow, regulatory requirements, and design elements for comfort for all. Please view the short video linked above that displays our experience and abilities to make your space great for everyone who uses it.