Construction Management and Owner Representative
Some communities and/or individuals do not have the time or construction administration skills to manage their own construction projects. At Borne Consulting we handle each project as if it were our own personal project.
A successful construction project is not only about finishing the project on time and within budget, but also about foreseeing possible challenges and varying field conditions that require the client to make decisions in a timely way. As a representative for the owner, we question and closely assess changes during construction to determine if they are justified and cost effective. We also think that a key function of a successful project is to make all parties accountable for the commitments that they make throughout the project.
Construction Contract
Using the engineers joint contract documents committee EJCDC, we can create a complete and fair contract to help set expectations and protect the owner from unnecessary project overruns and construction defects.
Owners Representation
As an owners representative through the construction project, we can observe the project and act in the best interest of the owner, while being fair to the contractor to achieve the final goal of a timely and fiscally responsible project.
Project Budgeting
It is often the case that the reason why projects go over budget, is that there was never a complete budget prepared in advance. By providing a proper projects scope, schedule of values, surprises in costs during construction can be avoided.
Value Engineering
Value Engineering, is often mistaken for cost cutting. Value engineering is getting the same value, for a lower cost. While consulting on your project, we are focused on providing the most cost effective approach and materials, for the long term. It is often the case that we can save the client our fee, by diligently managing the project and eliminating unnecessary cost increases and taking advantage of opportunities for cost decreases.
Entitlement & Permitting
Borne Consulting helps owners obtain the required entitlements and permits for their projects. This task can be challenging, as owners may see the governmental agencies as intrusive and bureaucratic. Sometimes, owners try to handle this process on their own, without experienced professionals, and end up wasting more time and money than needed.