Modular and Tilt-Up Construction Methods
Tilt up construction is a fast track delivery system that saves time and money, meets aggressive schedules, and ensures easier building occupancy. Welliver has performed this method for clients representing a range of industries including industrial, science and technology, and commercial. Together with our partner Con/Steel Alliance, we combine proven tilt-up efficiencies with an integrated design/build team to consistently deliver savings in labor and materials throughout the building process.
LEAN Construction: Trimming the Excess
LEAN Construction is a bottom up approach which results in collaborative team commitment, a production planning system, management of workflow, and building reliability. We take a proactive stance to make work happen by removing constraints ahead of time. With our production planning system in place, we are able to ascertain daily details of the project as well as the resource allocation required to complete tasks reliably, efficiently, and effectively.
Self-Performing Trades: In-House Expertise
On occasion, certain activities such as concrete, masonry, and carpentry may be self-performed by our own skilled labor workforce. Through the delivery of these critical trades, our in-house tradesmen are able to offer greater control, enhanced productivity and work flow, accelerated schedule, and award winning craftsmanship. Self-performing capabilities add value to your project – high standards, cost benefits, timely schedules, quality control, optimized delivery, and increased safety.
Going Green
Welliver is one of the leading construction firms in sustainable building and carries a long list of LEED certified projects. It is our mission to establish environmentally-minded construction practices on every project, no matter the LEED objective. We work with you to implement progressive strategies for sustainable site development, water quality and conservation, energy efficiency, and improved indoor air quality.
Conceptual Programming
We begin by getting to know you and your unique environment. What do you need? How much space do you have? How can you differentiate from the competition? Understanding your business objectives will help in the early stages of planning, whether it’s selecting property options, project delivery methods, or financing. Leveraging decades of experience developing concepts for capital development, we strike a balance between design and construction with a focus toward your project’s success.
Bidding, Buy-Out, and Cash Flow Management
Welliver is proactive from the early phases of design, examining issues of constructability and cost. Leveraging our extensive estimating database, we are able to provide realistic cost estimates at each phase of design and use these estimates to determine the most cost effective and highest value in which to bid the project. Whether self-funded or financed, each project requires cash flow be managed from design inception through bidding, construction, close-out, and final payment. Our experience working with clients, financial institutions, and third parties ensures the cash flow projected for each month and the entire project is reliable for use by the client’s financial team.
Commissioning
We work with you to deliver a successfully commissioned facility that is functional, meets operational requirements, and is maintained to allow for maximum efficiency. We integrate commissioning activity early on in order to reduce operating costs and maximize the return on investment (ROI) associated with your building project. Our construction team helps you to meet project requirements for facility approval and ensure the building’s systems perform at optimal levels according to the design intent.
Transition Planning
Our team initiates the occupancy process early in the planning stages by anticipating issues that may arise and introduces effective solutions into the project delivery plan. We partner with you to develop a customized transition plan that incorporates comprehensive communication milestones. Whether new construction or renovated space, it’s essential that all departments and functions are efficiently and safely relocated in a timely manner without disruption business operations.
Building Condition Surveys (BCS)
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) requires all public school districts and Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) in New York to complete a BCS for occupied public school buildings every five years to properly plan and prioritize capital improvement projects. New York State refers to the BCS when planning for building aid reimbursement to school districts. With Welliver on your BCS team, we can perform an analysis incorporating the current climate, a district’s future goals, estimated cost to replace/repair, potential return on investment, and feasibility.
Pre-Referendum Support
Before any construction can take place, stakeholders need to fully comprehend the issues and be convinced that the additional tax dollars needed to fund the capital improvements will positively impact the economic health of their community. A solid pre-referendum plan to inform voters of the proposed solutions as well as energize the overall community in the effort is essential. How is this accomplished? Teamwork between owner, architect, and construction manager is critical to the success of a referendum vote. Welliver will collaborate with K-12 school superintendents and administrators to help districts make informed decisions by providing insight, innovative ideas, and cost and schedule analysis.
Science, Technology, Research, Engineering, Arts and Math
Modern school facilities require more technology and flexibility for innovative programs, personalized learning tracks, and new competency based approaches. Integrating technological advancements has gone a step further with the construction of STEM/STEAM/STREAM classrooms. Schools are integrating advanced multi-use spaces conducive for learning with a specific focus on preparing students for college, career, and community readiness. Welliver collaborates with districts to ensure these areas of technology are incorporated into pre-construction planning discussions. We can also help to identify grant funding for all eligible STEM/STEAM/STREAM related infrastructure improvements.
Building through Modeling
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is commonly applied by the design and construction industries to improve coordination and project schedules during construction. It can influence how designers, builders, and owners approach collaboration, processes, information exchange, technology, and design. Using this powerful technology, we can help you move your project forward, improve your operations, and capitalize on opportunities.
Technology in Construction
Use of technology in the construction industry benefits the owner as well as the design and construction team. Our estimating, accounting, and project management teams champion the use of state-of-the-art software such as Newforma, Microsoft Project, Shur-Track, and P6 scheduling. These cloud based platforms greatly enhance communication and project management efforts.
Project Management
We manage projects to stay on track so they finish on time, on budget, and according to building codes, plans, and specifications. Our project managers direct and coordinate personnel and material resources throughout the project life cycle using innovative techniques.
Close-Out
Project close-out is more than an administrative process and completion of punch lists. This is an opportunity to ensure that both the space and the client are ready for new operations. In addition to the administrative and financial processes, there are opportunities to train staff and help them adjust to a new environment. Welliver will be by your side as an active member of your team every step of the way providing assistance and support as you transition into the new space.