Smartest Questions for New Commercial Building Construction Projects
Some questions are obvious when talking to a commercial contractor about your new commercial building construction project. Every time we meet with a prospective client, we hear them. Other inquiries are less common, but they should be. What questions should commercial building customers ask? Here are a few we believe should be included.
Commercial Building Construction Questions
1. Who Is in Charge of Designing the Plans?
This is entirely up to you. Some companies provide design-build services. Others provide construction services such as design-bid-build. We do both at IPM Professional Services. We have a strong team that excels at delivering a cohesive design build experience thanks to our longstanding relationships with area architects and engineers. If you prefer to work with your own architect, we can provide you with the top-tier commercial general contractor services required to bring those plans to life.
2. Do You Maintain a Job Safety Record?
Precision is important in construction. Workplace injuries can result in costly delays. They can also be warning signs of sloppiness and poor craftsmanship, which you don’t want on your team. IPM Professional Services values both safety and quality. We maintain safety records and conduct yearly safety training.
3. Will You Use Subcontractors for My Commercial Construction Project?
Few contractors have all of the skills required for each project represented in-house. Hiring subcontractors is common practise in the construction industry. IPM Professional Services has long-standing relationships with a group of skilled, pre-screened subcontractors.
4. How Are Projects Monitored?
Who is monitoring the project’s progress to ensure that work flows smoothly and that deadlines are met? All commercial building construction projects at IPM Professional Services are overseen by a construction manager. Regular meetings and updates ensure that everything is going as planned and that all milestones are met.
5. What is the Estimated Completion Date for My Construction Project?
Because time is money, it’s understandable that you’d want to know what to expect. Consult with your contractor. Inquire about any potential delays. If you’ve received a bid, go over it carefully to see if the proposed timeline is reasonable. In the bid, IPM Professional Services outlines the expected timeline. If you decide that we are the contractor for you, we will provide you with a schedule for your new commercial building construction project. Our team works hard to stick to the proposed timeline.
6. How Soon Can You Begin Working on My Project?
With any project, it is critical to take the time to gather all of the necessary information and tools. If your project is a design-bid-build, the commercial contractor will need time to review the architect’s plans. In a design-build scenario, the team requires time to develop and approve plans. Once all plans have been approved, your contractor will begin putting together a timeline, arranging for permits, scheduling subcontractors, and ensuring that manpower and materials are available where they are needed. The amount of time required is determined by the size, scope, and complexity of your project. Because the time it takes to gather necessary resources and your contractor’s schedule are both factors, the only way to find out when your contractor can begin work on your project is to speak with your contractor.
We at IPM Professional Services believe that communication is essential. We understand that when you begin a new project, you have a lot of questions. Use our decades of experience to help you answer all of those questions and possibly a few more. Contact us if you have a project you’d like to discuss.
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