Project & Construction Management
Program, Project & Construction Management Insights from Hughes Marino
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A Look Inside Four Projects Our Team Has in the Works
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We believe a business’ commercial real estate provides the foundation on which it will build its future success. That’s why we make it our priority to clearly understand the expectations of each client, and hold ourselves accountable for delivering on that vision. From life science facilities to nonprofit headquarters, our program, project and construction management…
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Building permits are a requirement of the City Development Services Department and are an important component in making sure your project is designed and constructed based on current ADA and building codes. Without a building permit and an approved set of plans, you are opening yourself up to several risks, both from a liability standpoint and a life safety standpoint.…
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Even if we can’t agree on the root causes of environmental change, we all seem to have agreed that going green is a good thing. From more fuel efficient vehicles and extensive recycling to the development of green algae that snack on greenhouse gases, environmental awareness is everywhere, even in the construction industry.
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You receive a proposal from a landlord to lease office space and the offer includes “turnkey tenant improvements.” It seems like a simple idea – the landlord builds your space to be move-in ready, and you are able to move in without worrying about the cost of the project. The trouble is that the cost is buried in your lease…
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If a function of your business requires the need for an emergency back-up generator, it will have a large impact on your next real estate transaction. There are considerations during building selection as well as the design, construction and maintenance of your new space, and it is important to have a qualified project manager assess your emergency power needs early…
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When executing a lease, most tenants will need to complete some sort of renovation to an existing space. The scope of this work can range from new carpet and paint to the complete build-out of empty shell space. It is important to have a very clear idea of what it will cost to design, permit and construct the new improvements…
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Exposed concrete flooring is a modern, trendy look that is gaining in popularity among our clients. When done properly, exposed and polished aggregate is a clean finish that adds distinctive character to a workspace. The use of exposed concrete flooring, and therefore the absence of carpeting or tile, also contributes to LEED certification. However, exposing and treating the subsurface of…
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When evaluating buildings for potential lease or purchase you will come across two major “green building” certifications, the Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star Certification system and the United States Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, green building certification system. They are two very different, yet complimentary programs.
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Estimating a project’s tenant improvement costs becomes even more complicated when considering the design, permitting and construction of lab space. The first question to ask is what type of lab space a company is interested in designing. Each type of lab space has very different requirements, and each user has specific requirements based on his or her specific business. For…
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If you’ve been involved in a construction project, or are preparing to embark on one, you’ve undoubtedly heard the term LEED tossed around. But, what is it and what does it mean to you? Originally developed in 2000 and overseen by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC), LEED or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is a green building…
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Over the last several years, with the economy in decline, the process of designing, permitting and constructing a project has become increasingly more complicated. Unfortunately, while the fees paid to architects, engineers and general contractors have been steadily falling, so has the scope of services they provide for those fees. This has left the client exposed and there is now…