At D&R, we understand that a successful construction project begins well before the foundation is laid. Through a thorough pre-construction process, we work to ensure that your objectives and visions are achieved.

Our team will coordinate with you, your architects, and other design professionals so that your project moves forward efficiently from the initial concept meeting.

To review the pre-construction services we offer, call us at (215) 542-0100 or request a call back from our team.

Stepping into the Future of Pre-Construction Services

When we talk about the traditional pre-construction services, we often think about the process of making cost estimations and sending out a bid for a project. However, if not done carefully, the estimations can be inaccurate, the bidding process can take excessive time, resulting in a project that is over budget and behind schedule.

At D&R, we do things differently. Our pre-construction process is completely individualized to your construction project. A closer relationship during the early stages of the process allows for a strategy tailored to your specific desires and needs.

The Initial Concept, Evaluation, and Budget for the Project

Every project begins with a series of meetings to understand the client’s goals and objectives.

Then, our primary concern becomes working on your behalf to coordinate all of the moving pieces to fulfill the project’s scope and address any budgetary and scheduling constraints.

Our 350 years of combined industry experience allows us to coordinate project managers, architects, developers, and the client effectively.

Part of the initial process is evaluating the feasibility of the project. During this process, the project’s final conceptualization starts to come into focus, including building appearance, materials, and the overall layout of the construction. At this stage, we also appoint inspectors and additional design consultants.

We will work with the architect while they complete the final piece of the initial evaluation process and generate the schematic design. The design gives the client a visualization of how the final construction will look. D&R manages this process in close collaboration with the architects, designers, and the client to ensure it runs smoothly.

Since this is still part of the initial process, there is an opportunity for you and your team to provide feedback and modify the project’s designs and objectives.

We consider many factors when estimating a pre-construction budget for a project. For instance, we will evaluate the cost of materials, suppliers, equipment, subcontractors, fees, and other costs unique to your project. This is the best time for us to examine cost-saving alternatives that still adhere to your vision.

Site Analysis, Engineering, and Selection of Equipment and Materials

The next phase of the pre-construction process is evaluating the site of the project. This is yet another opportunity for our team and yours to evaluate the available options and look for cost-saving opportunities.

This phase is also crucial to determine whether the site is fit for the purpose proposed and if there are any foreseeable concerns or problems that could be encountered. Part of this pre-construction service includes evaluating the available utilities, the quality of the ground soil, and other existing infrastructure.

When evaluating the project’s scope against the actual site, our first objective is to determine if the project will work within the client’s proposed budget.

Pre-construction services allow a project to be modified before breaking ground and committing to a path where a reasonable alternative is no longer cost-effective.

Another part of the pre-construction services offered by D&R is choosing the equipment and material that will be used in the project. The equipment and building systems that are used will impact the project’s costs.

We work closely with our partners and suppliers to ensure the equipment and materials we use are budget-friendly and of the highest quality.

Final Design, Schedule, and Approvals

As the project evolves and takes shape, we review and, if needed, modify the plans to ensure that the final form of the project satisfies the client’s timeline, budget, and vision.

Our team will also be looking carefully for potential issues that could result in a cost overrun or significant delay.

The next step is creating a preliminary construction schedule. This initial schedule will pinpoint specific milestones and set a timeline for the entire project. During this process, the client, subcontractors, and other relevant parties will provide their input and concerns to finalize a working schedule.

Part of any commercial project is managing multiple permits and inspections. Required permits should be obtained during the pre-construction phase. We can help ensure that all of the Philadelphia commercial contractors working on the project get the proper permits and approvals to help avoid unnecessary delays.

Final Budget and Bid Packaging

In nearly every project, a client will approach the pre-construction process with a preliminary budget. We are committed to working within our client’s financial constraints and will offer several cost-saving alternatives to meet their objectives.

Once all the pre-construction work has been completed, it is time to begin obtaining live bids for the work needed to complete the project. A detailed package will be developed, allowing subcontractors and other vendors the ability to bid within a comparable framework.

We are committed to working alongside our client, the architect, and any other developers during this phase.

We Offer a Full Complement of Pre-Construction Services

At D’Lauro & Rodgers, we pride ourselves on collaborating with our clients and partners to complete every project on time and on budget, using the highest quality material and equipment.

Through our extensive pre-construction services, we partner with our clients to help them achieve their vision. To discuss your project and the benefits of our pre-construction services, call us on (215) 542-0100 or request a call back by clicking below.

Happy Clients

“The attention to detail by D&R and their team of subcontractors resulted in a beautiful product all around.”

Raymond Ferreti, McCormick Taylor

“Your communication with our team and the Township allowed the project to progress smoothly and keep things moving without any supply chain issues or manpower shortages”

Kevin Murphy, Trumark Financials

“One of the most refreshing aspects of working with Brant and Dale is that throughout the project, any issue that came up during the construction was immediately followed by a solution. We knew we could trust Brant, Dale and their trade partners to make Mondrian’s vision a reality.”

Matt Taylor, Becker & Frondorf

“When there's a problem on the table, they come with a solution, not just the problem.”

Lou Lombardi, GM 1818 Market

“Between strong project management, an overall attention to detail on how to best execute the work in the field, and clear and effective lines of communication with the design team and client, D’Lauro & Rodgers has provided the value sought in a construction partner”

Joe Traynor, Brandywine Realty Trust

“This was a fast-paced project that was completed on time, within budget and to a high level of quality.”

Theodore R. Aronson, Aronson Partners

“D'Lauro & Rodgers was also able to manage and shepherd this difficult project while also being successful in bringing the project in significantly under budget.”

Michael Shamlian, CBRE, Inc.

“Post-construction, your team has continued to show their support and guidance. I would like to commend the team for seeing this project through to completion and beyond.”

Raymond Ferretti, McCormick Taylor

“D&R worked through many of the in-field issues with the vendors, and always put Mondrian’s needs first.”