Choosing a Design Build Contractor for Commercial Construction

June 17, 2019 Design Builds

Things to Consider While Selecting a Design Build Contractor

Are you looking to tackle a commercial construction project in Northern California? Whether you are trying to expand your Sonoma County winery location, redesign your restaurant, or create a state-of-the-art brewery space, a design build contractor will help see your commercial construction project through to completion.

Design builds differ from other general contracting jobs in that they integrate multiple disciplines, including design, engineering and construction, into one process throughout the project. Instead of driving yourself crazy trying to maintain separate communications with the architect, the builder, the designer, and others, your build is managed and delivered by one team. This team will work together to see your project through to the end, working to put all the pieces of the puzzle together and ensuring no part is left behind.

When choosing a design build contractor for your commercial construction endeavor, there are several things to keep in mind to make sure everything will run as smooth as possible for you, the client. Let’s take a look at a few:

The Firm has a Stunning Design Build Portfolio

If you are looking online for your design build contractor, make sure they have a portfolio available to view. Seeing a wide variety of work will help you see what is the firm is capable of, and might inspire the vision for your own project. If the portfolio falls in line with your own taste and project desires, this is a great sign.

Communication with the Contractor is Open and Easy

Communication is key for a successful design build construction project. Lines of communication should not only be seamless amongst the design build team, but with you — the client — as well. Inquire about how project plans, updates, and problems will be addressed. You do not want to be the last to know when changes to the plan have been made or something has gone wrong.

Local Design Build Contractors Know the Lay of the Land

Contacting a local design build contractor will ensure they understand the geography, weather patterns, and other environmental conditions that are common to the area. This means they will prepare for your commercial construction project with the right design, materials, and equipment in mind.

The Local Contractor Has Years of Experience

If the design build team has little to no experience, this could mean that systems and processes have not yet been put into place to ensure a flawless project. Facility Development Company has been tackling projects for over 40 years and has honed an attention to detail that can’t be matched by new design build firms.

How Long Will it Take to Design and Build my Commercial Project?

Firms with extensive experience in design and construction services will help keep your project on track, saving you time and money in the long run. It has been shown that single contract projects result in a streamlined delivery with fewer change orders. Design build contractors, like FDC, take pride in delivering projects on time with a high degree of quality and design integrity, while staying mindful of value.

The Right Design-Build Contractor for Your Commercial Construction Project

Facility Development Company is dedicated to the delivery of superior value to our clients. In need of a trusted team to design and build an impressive commercial or industrial space for your local Santa Rosa business? FDC has the experience and vision to help see your commercial construction project through to perfection. Contact us today to get your dream design build project started!