If you’ve spent any time discussing a project with the Varia team, there is one thing you’ve probably heard: “The earlier we can get involved, the better.” Preconstruction is an important phase in our industry, and it is valuable to all parties involved. It lessens the need for costly changes later on in the project. Preconstruction provides the opportunity to understand the owner’s vision for the project, plan and develop a schedule, and critically process potential problems—offering solutions before the problems arise.
The MaCleamy Curve below illustrates that costs are most manageable when changes are made early in the process. It just makes sense, right?
Preconstruction takes different forms in various industries. At Varia we provide these specific services in the precon phase:
- Analyzing Casework Needs
- Defining Scope
- Developing Specifications
- Product Application
- Planning
- Programming
- Scheduling
- Preliminary Drawings
- Budgeting
- Identifying Potential Issues
Preconstruction shouldn’t be rushed. Thorough planning and analyzing leads to a smoother process once construction starts. If you’re considering a casework project, we’d love to talk about preconstruction and how the services we offer help deliver a project on time and within budget.
