Value Engineering in General Contracting Services
Value Engineering is a systematic process for the improvement of the value of goods and services using a functional test. The value, as defined, is the function/cost ratio.
A highly motivated and experienced civil engineer with more than 20 years in the construction industry, Rami Tawasha serves as a senior project manager at Constructive Solutions, Inc., a commercial general contractor based in San Mateo, San Jose and San Francisco. Proficient in a broad range of services from design-build and seismic retrofit to tenant improvement and renovation for corporate offices, medical facilities, industrial, hospitality centers, and retail spaces across the San Francisco Bay Area.
11 Must-Read Books to Succeed as a Commercial General Contractor
As a commercial general contractor, it’s important to constantly expand your knowledge and skillset to stay ahead in the industry. If you’re looking for ways to improve your abilities, reading books is a great place to start. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of 11 must-read books that cover a range of topics, from project management to business development. By reading these books, you can gain valuable insights and practical advice to help you succeed in your career as a commercial general contractor.
5 Tips for Renovating a Senior Living Facility
A retirement home should consist of a wide-space living area for the slow moving elderly, with soft-edged and easy to use appliances, and with carefully installed lightings in all corners to ensure safety at all times.
The Benefits of Construction Manager / General Contractor Services (CMGC) versus Design-Build Project Delivery
If you are planning to build a residential dream house or a commercial space for a business anytime soon, then you may be at the point of choosing who to entrust your time, money, and effort with: (1) a Construction Manager/General Contractor (CMGC), or (2) a Team of Design-Build Project Delivery Method.
Accessibility and Commercial Renovations: How to Ensure Compliance with the California Building Code
The building code for California is called the California Building Standards Code, which is the Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations (CCR). The California Building Standards Commission is authorize to maintain, and oversee the processes that are related to the building codes of California by the California Building Standards Law.
The Top Retail Renovation Trends to Look Out for in 2019
Any retail contractor knows how important it is to understand the unique demands this type of project entails. There are different ways to proceed with a commercial renovation, such as demolition of existing design and rearranging structures, or expanding beyond the original location and modifying the existing design.
How to Hire Subcontractors for Your Construction Project?
Construction projects take a lot of time and expertise, sometimes exceeding the capacity of a single commercial general contractor. This is when engaging multiple subcontractors for specific tasks becomes necessary. In this blog, we will explore the various types of subcontractors and their specializations, the hiring process, and the top pre-qualification criteria. Additionally, we will discuss the key elements to include in a subcontractor contract.
How Value Engineering in the Initial Stages Can Improve Construction Project Outcomes
Value engineering provides the greatest value for clients by maximizing function while minimizing the cost of the project.
Pre-construction Services: Closing Gaps in the Communication Loop
Preconstruction service is a communication-intensive and highly collaborative affair that requires a preconstruction team containing planners, designers, project managers, estimators, and of course the client to come together, address possible construction issues before the construction begins.
How Design-Build Works: Decreasing Risk While Maximizing Efficiency
Design-Build is a method of construction delivery which provides the owners with an individual point of communication for the design as well as construction phase of the project. There is a single entity which holds contractual risk