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Demonstrated Ability to Adhere to Established Budgets Our methodology for cost control is straightforward and to the point. Budget estimating, also referred to as cost estimating, establishes construction cost budgets for building projects during the design phase including schematic design, design development and construction documents. These budget estimates will include all hard construction costs using a “component-by-component” procedure from which the analyst will recommend the cost effectiveness of construction methods, systems and materials, details, and other potential time and cost reduction options in order to provide cost alternatives. In today’s economic times, delivering a project on budget is not just a goal, it is an imperative. Our team is committed to a “no surprises” approach to cost estimating. Our philosophy regarding estimating construction costs is to work with an independent and objective third-party cost consultant or construction manager. Cost monitoring is a continuous process throughout every phase of the project, with comprehensive cost estimates based on drawings and specifications. At times during the design or construction phases, cost saving measures must be taken to maintain budgets or compensate for the potential vitality of the construction market. At the initiation of a project, when the scope and desired level of quality have been defined, the construction manager or cost consultant assists the team in establishing a cost model for the project that itemizes expected costs for major building systems (such as exterior walls, mechanical systems, etc.). This cost model then becomes the benchmark against which future planning and design decisions are made. This method allows the team, when necessary, to test a particular component of the design to determine its compliance with the established budget. We have extensive successful experience with establishing and meeting the budget for projects. Demonstrated Ability to Meet Schedules & Deadlines We know a schedule requires the cooperative involvement of the design professionals and the client. Because we recognize that each facility belongs to the City and the building users, our programming and design process places the client at the center of the design team. The client’s need for a desired occupancy date is weighed against budgetary limitations, potential risks, and the client’s decision- making process, and a schedule that best meets the client’s needs is set. Our scheduling process consists of two components: schedule establishment and schedule control. Budget & Schedule for Sunny Isles Beach 23 RFQ 20-07-01 / Continuing Professional Consulting Services (CCNA)