|
|
 |
|
|
|
|
Value engineering and constructability go hand in hand. Our extensive construction experience pays large dividends in producing clear, concise planning, as well as providing innovative, cost-effective solutions.
The ideal time to bring us into a project is prior to the start of design development. At this point, changes can be implemented without increasing the cost of the design process.
Having us perform a value engineering and constructability analysis will:
- Reduce costs
- Shorten schedules
- Improve safety
- Reduce change orders
- Improve quality
Value Engineering Examples
Saving $941,000 on the Barge Hall Renovation for Central Washington University, Ellensburg, WA
Value engineering saved money throughout the restoration of this 100-year-old building. The largest single savings was $100,000 for lead abatement work. Our painting subcontractor, who had lead paint removal experience, suggested sanding the paint off the wood trim, in place, for $250,000. We decided to pursue other methods. After extensive research, we discovered we could remove much of the wood trim, perform the paint removal in a room sealed off from the rest of the building and then re-install the trim. We also found that the levels of airborne lead contaminates could be controlled by using a 'wet" removal method. This approach cost $145,000.
Saving $1,000,000 for Woodburn Company Stores,
Woodburn, OR
We provided over 100 value-engineering alternatives on this 250,000 square-foot retail center. The biggest savings was on the roof structure. The original design called for a wood-frame system with structural metal-stud bearing walls. We worked with the structural engineer to analyze 12 variations on the roof framing and exterior walls. A modified steel roof design was selected at a cost savings of $195,000.
Saving $700,000 for SEH America on Building 60A,
Vancouver, WA
When Building 60A was initially designed, the steel fireproofing system called for intumescent paint to prevent any fibers from contaminating the cleanrooms. Intumescent paint is very expensive. Consequently, we investigated several alternate approaches and finally developed a hybrid system using a commercial grade fireproofing product covered by a cementitious slurry fireproofing to "hard coat" the fibrous product. To guarantee no particles could escape, we coated the entire system with epoxy paint.
Saving $500,000 for Factory Stores,
Lincoln City, OR
This project demonstrates how savings can come from many sources. By suggesting the use of x-braces concealed within metal stud walls to eliminate many moment connections, we saved $25,000. Instead of rerouting an existing public storm sewer around the new buildings, we saved $82,000 by encasing it and leaving it under one of the new buildings. Another $15,000 was saved by using a bearing connection at a pony truss rather than a canopy truss welded to a perimeter structural beam.
|
|
|
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
