At-Risk Construction Management

Taylor Leigh Construction offers an At-Risk Construction Management program (CM-at-risk) that applies a contractor’s perspective and input to planning and design decisions and has the ability to fast track early components of construction. Taylor Leigh Construction acts as a consultant to the client in the development and design phases, but as the equivalent of a general contractor during the construction phase assuming the risk of subcontracting the work, and guaranteeing completion of the project within a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP).

A distinct advantage of At-Risk Construction Management is that the client receives preconstruction services such as scheduling, cost estimating, value engineering and constructability reviews. The following represents At-Risk Construction Management services typically provided to effectively manage and deliver each project.

Strategic Facility Planning STRATEGIC FACILITY PLANNING
Strategic Facility Planning is a process for planning that includes facility specific goals and objectives that become the measurement for design, construction and operations of a mission critical facility. Taylor Leigh Construction evaluates objectives and priorities to address current and future requirements and develops a balanced approach to improve performance and reliability, while reducing energy and maintenance costs in a sustainable manner.
Constructability Reviews CONSTRUCTABILITY REVIEWS
A Constructability Review is a comprehensive analysis to determine and improve the practicality of construction documents in order to assess the viability of a project and avoid conflicts, delays, and change orders occurring during construction. Taylor Leigh Construction reviews construction documents for accuracy and completeness, identifies potential coordination issues, missed details, time delays and potential liabilities prior to publishing bid documents.
Project Delivery Strategies PROJECT DELIVERY STRATEGIES
Project Delivery Strategies determine the process for design and construction of a project. This process will affect financing, selection of a project team, schedule and cost. Taylor Leigh Construction offers several comprehensive project delivery options designed to meet specific mission-critical requirements and objectives for a more effective delivery process that results in improved project performance and overall profitability.
Cost Estimating COST ESTIMATING
A Cost Estimate establishes a baseline project cost at different stages of development and provides cost control during construction. Taylor Leigh Construction collects and analyzes data on factors that can influence costs, such as materials, labor, location, duration, and special equipment requirements to accurately forecast scope, cost, and duration of a project.
Risk Management Assessment RISK MANAGEMENT ASSESSMENT
Risk Management is an objective evaluation of risk at the start of a project in which assumptions and uncertainties are clearly considered and presented. Taylor Leigh Construction conducts a comprehensive risk assessment to identify potential risk and develops a strategy to minimize risk while improving project performance and overall profitability.
Code Compliance Analysis CODE COMPLIANCE ANALYSIS
Code Compliance Analysis & Compliance provides oversight to ensure that each project follows best practice standards and complies with federal, state and local rules and regulations. Taylor Leigh Construction researches applicable codes and regulations, and makes recommendations to identify and mitigate risks, and improve compliance.
Lifecycle Cost Analysis LIFE CYCLE COST ANALYSIS
Life Cycle Cost Analysis is an effective method used to evaluate the cost of owning, operating, and maintaining a critical facility or infrastructure system over a period of time. Taylor Leigh Construction applies this method to evaluate the economic value associated with initial and future costs of ownership and then compares alternative designs or system types to determine the lowest cost.
Value Engineering VALUE ENGINEERING
Value Engineering is an efficient method of evaluating the ratio of function to cost to improve the value of goods and services. Taylor Leigh Construction applies this method to improve quality, reduce costs, and increase efficiency without compromising functionality, sacrificing quality, or reliability of a project.

CPM Scheduling CPM SCHEDULING
CPM Scheduling is the practice and use of critical path method (CPM) as an effective project management tool to plan, coordinate and schedule construction activities. Taylor Leigh Construction applies this method to develop the most efficient and effective way to improve schedule performance and avoid project delays.
Safety Program Management SAFETY PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
Safety Program Development is the process of determining and applying appropriate standards and methods to minimize the likelihood of accidents, injuries or environmental impact both during construction and during the operation of its deliverables. Taylor Leigh Construction develops and implements an effective safety program that improves performance and complies with federal and state regulations.
Permit Expediting PERMIT EXPEDITING
Permit Expediting is the administration required to prepare and submit a permit application to obtain the necessary approvals to build or improve a mission critical facility. Taylor Leigh Construction reviews permit submittals for accuracy and completeness to identify potential issues prior to submission. Taylor Leigh Construction knowledge of a complex and ever changing regulatory process is essential to significantly reduce the time required to obtain a building permit.
Procurement PROCUREMENT
Procurement is the process by which goods and services are obtained at the best value, in the correct quantity and quality, at the appropriate time. Taylor Leigh Construction develops a procurement strategy to ensure contracts for goods and services are designed to provide the best value and quality, while delivering environmental and socially responsible products and services.
Quality Assurance & Control QUALITY ASSURANCE & CONTROL
Quality Assurance & Control verifies compliance with minimum standards of material and workmanship in order to insure the performance of a project according to the design standards and best practice. Taylor Leigh Construction evaluates the overall project performance to ensure the completed product meets the project design standards.
Cost Accounting & Control COST ACCOUNTING & CONTROL
Cost Accounting & Control is an efficient accounting method designed to establish budget and actual cost of construction. Taylor Leigh Construction applies effective cost control strategies to track and analyze the financial progress of a project.
Claims Management CLAIMS MANAGEMENT
Claims Management identifies the cause, responsibility and costs resulting from project delays and construction deficiencies. Taylor Leigh Construction applies their knowledge and experience of the design process, construction methods, construction law, schedule, and cost analysis to evaluate the risk at the start of a project and develop strategies to minimize liability. Taylor Leigh Construction offers a comprehensive and proven approach to avoid, mitigate and resolve construction claims and disputes.
Site Commissioning SITE COMMISSIONING
Site Commissioning is a process for planning, delivering, and operating a mission-critical facility that functions as intended. Taylor Leigh Construction ensures each critical system is designed, installed, functionally tested, and capable of performing in conformity with the design intent.

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