What are the steps to a successful project?

There are 7 Steps to a Successful Remodeling Process

Step 1: Feasibility Study
Step 2: Preliminary Design Review
Step 3: Project Specifications
Step 4: Final Agreement
Step 5: Production Mobilization
Step 6: Construction
Step 7: Post Construction

Step 1 - THE FEASIBILITY STUDY

In this first step of a project, meetings take place during which TriplePoint Design Build (TPC) addresses the Clientˇ¦s desired goals, scope of work, and budget. A very basic Conceptual Plan, Specifications and Budget are prepared at this time.

Timeline:
  1. Initial Meeting with Client
  2. Review scope of work with Client
  3. Research and document setbacks as required; Secure Survey
  4. Evaluate existing structures to successfully harmonize with new structure or improvements
  5. Prepare very preliminary Conceptual Plan as needed
  6. Address Conceptual Specifications, Product Selections and Variables
  7. Prepare Conceptual Budget; Review Conceptual Budget with Client

Step 2 - PRELIMINARY DESIGN REVIEW (Brings Focus to the Project)

TPC Design Services are retained. A Preliminary Plan is developed and reviewed. At this stage, the designer, engineer and key subcontractors are consulted for input on the preliminary design as needed. Desired products are addressed and a Preliminary Budget is established.

Timeline:
  1. Confirm zoning / setbacks / calculate impervious coverage as required
  2. Meet with Client to review objectives and scope of work
  3. Measure existing floor plan at site / photograph existing conditions
  4. Compile / prioritize design objectives and create timeline
  5. Draw As-Built floor plan & elevation plans
  6. Draw & Present Preliminary Plan to Client
  7. Prepare & Present Preliminary Specifications and Budget to Client
  8. Confirm FEMA compliance with scope of work and Preliminary Plan

STEP 3 - PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS STAGE (Working Drawings Begin)

At this point, the Client has approved the Preliminary Design, FEMA compliance is addressed and a Preliminary Budget has been established. We sit down and begin to formalize the specifications that will become part of the finished look of the project. Once plans are 95% complete, a Bid Conference is conducted with key subcontractors and suppliers. This Conference is one of the most important parts of the process because it readies the team for construction.

Timeline:
  1. Prepare and present Product Selection Outline
  2. Meet with engineer to review structural considerations
  3. Prepare Working Drawings
  4. Prepare interior architectural details - walls and ceilings as applicable
  5. Conduct Bid Conference to consult with subcontractors
  6. Present Draft Specifications, Budget and Preliminary Agreement
  7. Present Final Specifications, Budget and Final Agreement
  8. Present General Conditions to Client
  9. Present Warranty Documents to Client
  10. Prepare Energy Calculations
  11. Prepare project for Production

STEP 4 - FINAL AGREEMENT (Ground Breaking Date is Set)

At this point, final revisions are made to the Working Drawings and a final Budget is established and approved. A groundbreaking date can then be set and final preparations can be made to begin construction.

Timeline
  1. Reserve ground breaking date (Production Date)
  2. Complete final revisions on Working Drawings
  3. Complete final Engineering on Working Drawings
  4. Receive final Working Drawings
  5. Prepare Energy Calculations
  6. Prepare Truss Engineering
  7. Complete Notice of Commencement
  8. Apply for Building Permit
  9. Present Final Project Specifications
  10. Present Final Agreement (Budget) for Client Approval

STEP 5 - PRODUCTION MOBILIZATION (Introduction of Production Team)

The project can now be introduced to the Production Team, which is mobilized to prepare for construction. Subcontractors and Suppliers are notified and readied. A Pre-Construction meeting will take place at the project site and the site will be prepared for construction.

Timeline
  1. Project is transferred to Production Team
  2. Create Project Production files
  3. Prepare projected Project Time Schedule
  4. Notify Subcontractors and Suppliers of Production Date
  5. Receive approved Building Permit
  6. Pre-Construction Meeting at Project Site with Client
  7. Video tape interior and exterior of project site for record of existing conditions (Renovations)
  8. Begin Project Site Mobilization

STEP 6 - CONSTRUCTION (Construction Begins)

Ground breaking is an exciting step for Clients, but it takes the first five steps to successfully get to this point. Construction schedules will vary depending on the nature of the project.

STEP 7 - POST CONSTRUCTION (The Scope of Work is Successfully Completed)

The project is finalized in this last step and closure is brought to the project. The Production Team insures that the scope of work has been successfully met according to the Final Agreement.

Timeline
  1. Final Inspections
  2. Final Punch List reviewed & completed
  3. Present Post Construction Reference Manual
  4. Client Satisfaction Survey
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