Decisions made during design pre-construction have the greatest impact on the delivery of a new facility, and on the cost of maintaining that facility over time. The Alexandra team understands this, and works with the architect and the client during all pre-construction decisions. By suggesting cost-saving methods and materials, developing innovative scheduling and purchasing approaches, and generating informed solutions to any anticipated problem. Alexandra can help streamline the cost of new facilities during and after construction.
Pre-construction capabilities:
Conceptual Estimating We compose a thorough and accurate estimate for each project generated from our clients program needs. Our constant research into new products and construction methods allows us to move an abstract concept or a set of plans into a guaranteed project budget.
Bid Procedure To properly match specialty contractors and subcontractors to a specific size and type of project, Alexandra follows a careful prequalification process for all subcontractors. Labor and equipment demands are also computed for each activity, in direct relation to our quantity estimates. Finally, only the most qualified subcontractors are invited to bid.
Critical Path Scheduling A properly coordinated work sequence is essential to achieving a viable construction project in the field. Alexandra creates a detailed, workable Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule for each project. It details activity relationships, shows defined milestones, and illustrates float times related to client needs.
Engineering for Value A well-crafted engineering service offers enhanced quality of construction, shorter lead times, and improved production. Alexandra Construction works in partnership with our client, their architect, and other members of the design team to develop and review a list of potential alternative methods, systems, and substitutions to save time and cost. We understand value and the underlying costs.
Construction
The rate of change in the business world, and the resulting need for speed and flexibility, influences construction decisions and timetables. Business needs and construction needs must be in perfect alignment.
Alexandra Construction is prepared to meet the challenge of fast-moving and rapidly changing facility needs. We know how to adapt to meet aggressive completion schedules and to be accountable for successful implementation:
Cost Control Our cost reporting system, developed by Alexandra to accommodate real-time events, ensures that costs are entered into the system as they are incurred. Budgets are closely monitored to maintain strict control. Our careful selection of subcontractors and suppliers is the most important element in controlling costs. Proper scheduling, and our ability to adapt the schedule as needed, also controls cost for our clients.
Purchasing and Subcontracting Our purchasing specialists apply their experience in selecting materials to satisfy client specifications, schedule and budget. With each subcontractor, Alexandra reviews the specifics of construction milestone dates to verify the viability and commitment of their proposals.
Project Management One of the benefits of our approach is that all of our work is supported by the close attention paid by project managers, supervisors, and Alexandra executives. The system works by featuring a highly interactive support system for all field operations. All decisions are informed ones, and communication among team members and the client is constant.
Scope Solutions In an unpredictable world, we understand that project requirements do sometimes change, resulting in revisions to scope and design. We are adept at minimizing the cost and schedule impact of these changes. We provide responsible, competitive solutions for any change request, and work hard to avoid costly change orders.
Operations
Quality Control Quality is achieved only through constant attention to the details of our work. During every phase of a project, our commitment to quality takes absolute precedence. Whether it takes place in the submittal process, at the weekly project meeting, or in the routine checklist procedures for safety, quality control is addressed continually by our management team.
Safety We believe that all accidents are preventable. Alexandra Construction is dedicated to providing a safe, healthy and secure work environment for all our employees, subcontractors and clients. Our proven operating practices are the means to this end. In addition, our management team is committed to ensure that all the trades working on a project provide sufficient staffing, the proper equipment, and adequate time so that employees can work safely and efficiently. This commitment ensures a safe workplace.
Project Closeout A strong project closeout is a major contributing factor of client satisfaction. Our team is trained to perform beyond the expected when it comes to closeout services. Alexandra professionals collect all the documentation, which the owner or property manager will need to properly maintain the facility. In addition, we:
