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What You Should Know Before Building A Commercial Building

Aug 01

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Building a commercial building can be a very large undertaking and before you jump right into it there’s a lot you should take into consideration. By taking the time beforehand to carefully plan and consider all of the details, you could save yourself a lot of time and money down the road. Schroeder Construction Management has a deep appreciation for historical beauty and keeping the integrity of a building. Here are a few things you should know and consider before deciding to build a commercial building!

 

Establish Your Budget and Finances

Before you begin anything, the first thing you should do is establish a budget. There’s no point in investing if it’s not going to financially benefit you in the future. Whether this means hiring a financial advisor or looking through the numbers with someone on your team, make sure you know what your budget cap is before beginning the process so that the design and building team know what the goal is. Perhaps consider aiming below that maximum budget to leave yourself room for unexpected additional costs as well. 

 

Choose a Location

When deciding where you want to build, there is more to consider than just the price. Location is arguably the most important aspect. Take into account your target consumer and try to find a location near them. Additionally, scope out the area for potential competition that could affect your business negatively. If that is the case, then perhaps consider a different location.

 

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Plan the Logistics  

Next you want to find an area that is zoned for commercial development. Taking that into account, begin getting specific information and restrictions on what is permitted for that area. Gathering that information early can save money during the building’s design stage, if those restrictions are already ironed out. After, begin considering how the building will accommodate its clients and employees, what type of technology needs to be available there, parking area, etc. These accommodations will greatly differ based on the type of business you own. 

 

Hire Schroeder Construction Management for Commercial Building 

Schroeder Construction Management, Inc. emphasizes commercial design-build, guiding your project from the conceptual phase through completion and to your satisfaction with a personal, hands-on approach. We have the construction management experience and skills to construct your commercial building based on your unique business needs.

 

If you have any questions, please contact us by giving us a call at (603) 882-1822.

What is Design-Build & Why is it so Effective?

Jul 01

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Construction can be a complicated process with numerous moving parts and small details, each holding immense importance. When you are looking to hire a construction company you need to have peace of mind to know that the job will get done right and time efficiently. One of the best ways to ensure that is to hire a design-build contractor. Schroeder Construction Management works as a design-build construction manager, providing professional construction services in commercial, industrial, and municipal fields of construction. Here is an explanation of design-build and its advantages! 

 

What is Design-Build? 

 

In short, it means simplicity. The design-build approach is when both the design and the construction are done by the same company or person. This makes managing the project easier since everything is being done by one contractor. The fairly common alternative is that the design is done by a different contractor/company than the construction is, which means that the owner must relay information from one company to another, so you can see why keeping it under one roof, so to speak, would make it more simple. 

 

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What are the 3 Key Advantages to Design-Build?

  1. Better Communication: Especially when it comes to construction, communication is arguably the most important aspect. Having effective and efficient communication can make all the difference. With design-build, communication is made as simple as possible. The team is used to working together to problem-solve and therefore has experience with how each other works. Additionally, there is no back and forth between different design contractors and construction contractors, which has historically led to misunderstanding. Workers can get the information they need almost immediately.
  2. Quicker Project Completion: When you have great communication you are also able to work faster. The design-build method cuts down on the time. Rather than having to wait for another team to finish, the team can better coordinate each step and work around one another to eliminate hold-ups. Working as a team to solve problems and think creatively, a design-build method can streamline the project.

  3. More Cost-Effective: Traditionally, the owner is unable to know the specifics of cost until the design is completed which can create unexpected cost increases. However, the design-build method allows those specifics earlier in the process. This vastly minimizes costly consequences later on. Due to the proactive approach, should above budget costs arise, the team can cut down on the financial burden to the client since it was caught early. 

 

Schroeder Construction Management, Inc. 

 

Schroeder Construction Management has an emphasis on commercial design-build, guiding your project from the conceptual phase through completion and to your satisfaction with a personal, hands-on approach. We have the construction management experience and skills to complete complex tasks.

If you have any questions, please contact us by giving us a call at (603) 882-1822.

Three Qualities of an Effective General Contractor

Jun 01

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When it comes to a big project, an effective general contractor is something you need. Whether it’s residential or commercial, you want to guarantee that the job will be done right. Thus, before you start, it’s essential to make sure that the general contractor is a good fit. Schroeder Construction Management takes care in providing a high level of professionalism and production on the job. Nevertheless, here are three qualities that let you know you have an effective and exceptional general contractor.

 

1. Experience

 

Finding the best person can be difficult. Therefore, a good general contractor should have previous experience in every aspect of construction. For example, knowing the basics of building to understanding the home designing process will ensure that they can handle any situation. Many general contractors are the ones who hire subcontractors, which means they must be capable of understanding how everyone’s jobs work for the big picture. Consequently, this will assure you that each task can be completed on time.

 

2. Flexibility

 

Wait, didn’t we go over how important it is to get things done on time? Yes. But, a general contractor should also be able to handle anything that’s thrown at them. Flexibility is a skill on its own. A good contractor should understand how to alter schedules. In the case of a mishap, you want someone reliable to rearrange elements to complete the job on time. Besides, there are many things involved in construction, and you need someone trustworthy and who can take on every aspect of the job.

 

3. Reputation

 

When you hire someone with an attractive background, they’re bound to have many people ready to back up their quality of work. After all, a professional general contractor’s reputation is only as good as the work they have provided. Consequently, when someone is honest and stands behind their work, you know they have the integrity to do it right. So, ask previous clients how the experience went to see for yourself.

 

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Schroeder Construction Management – General Contractor

 

Schroeder’s President, Jack Schroeder, has over 30 years of experience as a general contractor. He has maintained strong relationships with some of the best designers and contractors in the construction industry. If you’d like to take advantage of our experience and personal, hands-approach to construction, please give us a call at (603) 882-1822.

4 of the Most Famous Steel Buildings Around the World

Sep 25

If there’s one thing for certain, it’s that steel buildings are serious business. Steel is the foundation for some of the tallest, most impressive structures worldwide. Because our team is devoted to all aspects of design-build, we’re taking this moment to give credit where credit is due.

In this article, we’re looking at four of the most impressive steel buildings ever built. While, of course, there are several more, these four have captured the attention of millions and remain standing to this day.

Eiffel Tower

Possibly one of the most famous structures worldwide, located in the heart of Paris, the Eiffel Tower is hands-down impressive. Built in 1889 for the Universal Exhibition, this iconic landmark took a mere 2 years, 2 months, and 5 days to complete. Quite the accomplishment given the time and equipment on hand.

The design of the Eiffel Tower was a combined effort of 50 engineers and designers who began work in January of 1887. On March 31, 1889, and 7,300 tons of iron and 2.5 million rivets later, the project was complete. Standing  1,050 feet above ground level, the Eiffel Tower held the title of the world’s tallest structure for 42 years.

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Empire State Building

Another household name among icon structures is the Empire State Building located in New York City. Designed in 1931, this structure was one that was undoubtedly ahead of its time. Standing at 1.454 feet, this 103-story skyscraper held the title of the world’s tallest structure for nearly 40 years, but took under one year to construct!

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Willis (Sears) Tower

If you’ve ever traveled to Chicago, the Sears Tower, also referred to as the Willis Tower, is one that can’t be missed. Standing 1,450 feet high, construction of the 110-story building began in 1970 and took three years to reach completion. Featuring a steel-framed bundled-tube construction method, building the tower took the efforts of over 2,000 construction workers and 76,000 tons of steel.

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Burj Khalifa

Standing as the world’s tallest man-made structure since its opening in 2009, the Burj Khalifa is located in Dubai. With 163 floors, the building was also designed with a steel-framed bundled-tube construction method. Upon completion, the final calculations leave the structure standing 2,716.5 feet with over 4,400 shorts ton; 3,900 long tons of structural steel, concrete, and glass paneling.

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As you can see, the construction of steel buildings is no joke! When properly planned and executed, a steel structure is one of the most reliable solutions. However, it takes a team of dedicated experts to design and successfully implement such a project with the precision required. At Schroeder Construction Management, you’ll find just that.

If construction of steel buildings is in your future, we are your solution. Contact Schroeder Construction Management today for more information (603) 882-1822.

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