Design-Build & Preconstruction

Design-Build & Preconstruction Services

One team. One contract. One point of accountability. Our design-build and preconstruction services streamline your project from concept through completion, delivering faster timelines, better cost control, and superior results across Georgia and Florida.

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    Licensed GA & FL

    Single-Source Delivery

    Faster Timelines

    Cost Certainty

    Design-Build

    One Team. One Contract. Superior Results.

    Design-build consolidates design and construction under a single contract, eliminating the adversarial relationships and communication gaps that plague traditional project delivery. With one team responsible for your entire project, you get faster delivery, fewer change orders, and better outcomes. 

    33% Faster Delivery

    Overlapping design & construction

    Single Accountability

    One point of contact

    6% Cost Savings

    Reduced change orders

    Early Cost Certainty

    Budget locked early

    Design-Build vs. Traditional Delivery

    Design-Build
    Traditional
    Contracts
    1
    2
    Point of Responsibility
    Single
    Split
    Design-Construction Overlap
    Yes
    No
    Early Budget Certainty
    Yes
    Late
    Change Order Risk
    Lower
    Higher
    Team Collaboration
    Integrated
    Separate
    Preconstruction Services

    Setting Your Project Up for Success

    The work done before construction begins often determines whether a project succeeds. Our preconstruction services help you make informed decisions, avoid costly surprises, and start construction with confidence.

    Conceptual Budgeting

    Early-stage cost estimates based on your program requirements, helping you understand project feasibility and make go/no-go decisions before investing in full design. 

    Detailed Cost Estimating

    Comprehensive quantity takeoffs and pricing at each design phase, tracking costs as drawings develop and ensuring the design stays within budget. 

    Value Engineering

    Systematic review of design elements to identify cost savings without sacrificing quality, function, or aesthetics. We find smarter ways to achieve your goals. 

    Constructability Review

    Detailed analysis of design documents to identify potential construction challenges, coordination issues, and opportunities to improve buildability. 

    Scheduling & Phasing

    Development of realistic project schedules, identification of critical path activities, and phasing strategies for occupied renovations or multi-building projects. 

    Site Evaluation

    Assessment of site conditions, utility availability, access constraints, and regulatory requirements to identify potential challenges before they become problems. 

    Cost Control

    Real-time budget tracking

    Documentation

    Complete project records

    Quality Control

    Standards enforcement

    Schedule Control

    Critical path management

    Communication

    Stakeholder coordination

    Risk Management

    Proactive mitigation

    Project Management

    Expert Oversight from Start to Finish

    Construction projects involve countless moving parts, stakeholders, and decisions. Our project management services provide the experienced oversight needed to keep your project on track, on budget, and aligned with your goals. 

    Construction Management

    Hands-On Field Leadership

    Construction management focuses on the day-to-day execution of your project. Our experienced superintendents and project engineers ensure work is completed safely, correctly, and on schedule. 

    Subcontractor Coordination

    Trade sequencing & management

    Safety Management

    OSHA compliance & protocols

    Quality Inspections

    Workmanship verification

    Site Supervision

    Daily oversight & inspections

    Material Management

    Procurement & logistics

    Daily Reports

    Progress documentation

    Our Construction Management Approach

    Proactive Planning

    We plan every week's work in advance, ensuring materials, labor, and equipment are in place when needed.

    Trade Coordination

    Weekly coordination meetings keep all subcontractors aligned and prevent conflicts.

    Quality First

    We inspect work as it's installed, catching issues early when they're easy to fix.

    Clear Communication

    Regular updates keep you informed without overwhelming you with details.

    Additional Services

    Complete Project Support

    General Contracting

    Traditional design-bid-build delivery with competitive bidding and guaranteed maximum pricing options.

    Permit Management

    Navigation of permitting requirements, agency coordination, and approval processes across Georgia and Florida jurisdictions. 

    Owner's Representative

    Acting as your advocate throughout the project, protecting your interests and ensuring your goals are met. 

    Self-Performed Work

    In-house capabilities for select trades, providing schedule control and quality assurance on critical path items. 

    The Design-Build Process

    From Concept to Completion

    Our integrated design-build process delivers your project efficiently through collaborative teamwork and overlapping phases. 

    1

    Discovery

    Understanding your vision, requirements, budget, and timeline to establish clear project goals.
    2

    Design

    Collaborative design development with real-time cost feedback and constructability input from our team. 

    3

    Construction

    Expert execution with proven subcontractors, rigorous quality control, and proactive schedule management.
    4

    Closeout

    Thorough commissioning, training, documentation, and warranty support for a smooth transition to occupancy.

    Project Types

    Design-Build Expertise Across Sectors

    Our design-build and preconstruction services apply to projects of all types and sizes throughout Georgia and Florida. 

    Commercial

    Industrial

    Multifamily

    Healthcare

    Senior Living

    Residential

    FAQ

    Design-Build & Preconstruction Questions

    What is design-build construction?

    Design-build is a project delivery method where a single entity—the design-build contractor—provides both design and construction services under one contract. This differs from traditional design-bid-build where the owner contracts separately with an architect and a general contractor. Design-build offers benefits including single-point accountability, faster project delivery, earlier cost certainty, reduced change orders, and improved collaboration between design and construction teams. 

    Preconstruction services are planning activities performed before construction begins to set your project up for success. These include conceptual budgeting, site evaluation, constructability reviews, value engineering, detailed cost estimating, scheduling, permit planning, and subcontractor prequalification. Engaging a contractor during preconstruction helps identify potential issues early, refine the design for buildability and cost efficiency, and establish realistic budgets and timelines before breaking ground. 

    Design-build saves time by overlapping design and construction phases—site work and foundations can begin while interior details are still being designed. It saves money by incorporating construction expertise during design to select cost-effective materials and methods, reducing change orders through better coordination, and eliminating adversarial relationships between designers and builders. Studies show design-build projects are typically completed 33% faster and cost 6% less than traditional delivery methods. 

    Project management encompasses the overall coordination of a construction project from inception to completion, including budget oversight, schedule management, stakeholder communication, and quality control on behalf of the owner. Construction management specifically focuses on managing the construction phase, including subcontractor coordination, site supervision, safety management, and day-to-day field operations. We offer both services, and the right approach depends on your project’s complexity and your organization’s internal capabilities. 

    The earlier, the better. Ideally, engage a contractor during the conceptual or schematic design phase—before designs are finalized. Early involvement allows the contractor to provide realistic budget feedback, identify constructability issues while changes are still easy to make, suggest value engineering alternatives, begin long-lead procurement planning, and develop accurate schedules. Many owners engage contractors even before hiring an architect to help define project scope and establish budgets. 

    Ready to Start Your Project Right?

    Contact us today to discuss how our design-build and preconstruction services can set your project up for success. We’ll help you define scope, establish budgets, and plan for a smooth construction process.