Category Archive: Design Build

Keeping It In-House: Why Self-Performing Construction Companies Outperform Subcontracted Projects

They say, “If you want it done right, do it yourself.” Commercial construction services aren’t necessarily something you can do yourself, but you can make sure you choose a general contractor who can self-perform work on your project.

As a self-performing construction contractor, we have a unique advantage by managing all aspects of the build directly, from labor to materials. As a Butler Builder®, we specialize in extremely efficient construction, from the building system to how we actually build facilities.

Unlike some outsourcing firms, where tasks are divided among subcontractors, our services maintain full oversight, allowing for smoother operations and better monitoring over timelines. This approach often leads to major expense reductions, eliminating the need for subcontractor markups and minimizing delays caused by miscommunication.

Let’s dig deeper into how our in-house construction teams can simplify processes and guarantee quality for your next commercial or industrial project.

Streamlined Project Management

Self-performing general contractors make construction easier.

By handling labor, materials, and equipment internally, our company-managed services reduce the need for external coordination with multiple subcontractors. This is where many projects run into communication problems, leading to complications and confusion. With a single point of accountability, decision-making becomes quicker, allowing for immediate adjustments and faster problem-solving.

Also, we can keep a tighter reign on your project timelines, as there is no reliance on third parties whose schedules and work ethic may cause conflicts. Along with streamlined teamwork, self-performing businesses guarantee that all team members align with project goals and understand the requirements.

We make it easier because we’re all on the same team, working together.

Cost Savings and Efficiency Gains

When we self-perform construction we can more efficiently allocate our teams to where they’re needed, reducing waste and increasing profitability by overseeing their work and needed equipment. Such careful management covers all project aspects, from precise scheduling to streamlined on-site operations.

Moreover, regulating material purchases allows these contractors to secure important discounts for bulk orders. This advantage in negotiations arising from the volume of supplies acquired reduces total scheme expenses. Beyond simply cutting expenditures, the ability to get components in large quantities simplifies supply chain logistics, facilitating a more successful venture flow from start to finish.

Quality Control and Assurance

Supervising every aspect of the construction work closely guarantees that any issues can be immediately addressed, keeping standards consistently high.

When your general contractor maintains this control over all phases it allows them to implement strict quality checks and maintain excellent craftsmanship throughout the project. Such a strategy greatly diminishes the chance of running into problems and expensive change orders.

With direct labor management, delivering high-quality results regularly has also established our strong reputation for outstanding work. Clients appreciate our dedication to excellence and dependability.

Improved Flexibility

Self-executing construction companies let you quickly adjust plans and integrate modifications without the complications typically faced by external subcontractors. This internal management simplifies swift responses to design alterations, unforeseen issues, or client requests.

With a unified group handling all tasks, communication remains clear and direct, reducing the likelihood of misunderstandings and errors. This keeps the job on track despite any shifts, with minimal disruption to the workflow.

Reduced Overhead Costs

Building a project with our own workforce removes the need for numerous subcontractors, cutting down on additional fees and operations expenses. General contractors that do this can avoid a lot of extra charges that sometimes happen with construction, including markups and management fees.

Finally, self-performing your commercial services simplifies financial tracking and reduces administrative burdens. We can closely monitor expenditures, prevent unnecessary costs, and maintain a clearer project budget view. This integrated approach minimizes financial outlays and improves total project effectiveness, delivering a more cost-effective solution for your project. 

Are you looking to maximize efficiency and money savings on your next commercial or industrial construction project? At MGM General Construction Corporation, our team offers comprehensive, self-performing construction services that can deliver exceptional results. As a Butler Builder®, we use industry-leading Butler Manufacturing™ components and trained teams to build you safe, reliable structures that last.

 

Contact us today to learn more about our services!

 

A Guide to Design-Build Construction

the guide to design build construction

I’m sure we’re on the same page about the top challenges of commercial and industrial construction: cost overruns, delays, and a lack of innovative solutions. What if I told you there’s another way to build?

Traditional construction, also known as design-bid-build construction, is generally what clients think of before their first consultation. There is, however, another option.

A delivery method called Design-Build creates a more streamlined approach to your project.

Keep reading to learn more about how this approach to construction ensures your project gets completed on time and to the highest standards.

What Is Design-Build Construction?

In the past, business owners began the construction of a new commercial building by hiring a designer or architect. After completing the design, they finalize the vision and scope of your project.

Now the lengthy bid process begins. You open bidding for contractors to execute the planned design, and they choose subcontractors for what they cannot or will not do on their own. You vet the contractors and decide on who provides the most value for their bid. The lowest bid is not always the best choice.

Any change orders, another name for building plan revisions, now have to go from the building contractor to the different teams. This happens often because the building team has had no input in pre-construction design.

Design-build construction takes a different approach. Instead of managing two contracts simultaneously, project owners now create only one contract with a single team that is responsible for both the design and construction.

This means that there’s a single source of responsibility for the success of the project. Your designer is part of the building team and has input throughout the process, and your building team assists in design to avoid unnecessary change order and delays.

What Are the Benefits of Design-Build Construction?

According to research, design-build construction spending will exhibit a compound annual growth rate of 5.2% over 2022-2026, reaching over $405 billion in 2026. Let’s take a closer look at the reasons behind this continuing growth projection.

Money Savings

For traditional construction methods, the owner often chooses the lowest bid. Far too often, this results in change orders, miscommunications, and other problems that affect completion.

And research supports that. It shows that the costliest projects usually result from poor communication between different teams. These communication errors have a larger consequence, however.

Work is stopped. New materials are needed. Plans must be redrawn. This all costs a project not just time but added expenses.

Design-build shows that by having your building designer on the same team, and both teams having input in design and planning, we can ensure the highest quality construction for your budget.

Value Engineering

Working with your project from the first sketches, our experienced team “value engineers” your project. A process completed during pre-construction, value engineering uses data and our builder’s knowledge to find you the ideal combination of building components for the highest value outcome.

Basically, we can plan to use components for this specific application that give you the most for your money. Some contracts even have stipulations to further incentivize places where we can save you money with a shared savings clause.

This process also creates a situation ripe for innovation. Our team is made up of experienced, perceptive craftsmen. They work together to plan for unique projects, bring learned knowledge to familiar concepts, and develop creative solutions to your facility’s challenges.

Close Out

At MGM General Construction Corporation, we fully embrace the design-build approach. We value collaboration and transparency, and these values are the ones that enable us to provide high-quality and innovative projects that fit your unique needs.

Also, as a Butler Builder®, we’re part of the network of the United States’s top Pre-engineered metal building contractors, partnered with industry leader Butler Manufacturing™.  We hold ourselves to the highest standards and use the latest technology and innovation for the highest value buildings money can buy.

Embrace the future of the construction industry, and contact us today to book a consultation!