APRIL 2022CONSTRUCTIONBUSINESSREVIEW.COM9Site SelectionSite Selection can be a shell game and proceeding without knowing what to expect under each shell is a potentially costly gamble. The solution is better and more data, available earlier in the site selection process. With intuitive, technology-based solutions, clients can get the accurate preliminary data needed to compare multiple sites simultaneously. Having this data is essential to making informed decisions before proceeding with standard environmental and geotechnical due diligence. Design and MitigateDesign and Mitigate is for projects with pre-determined sites or clients who need help addressing inherited challenges. Whether it's an environmental issue such as a contaminated site,asbestos and lead-based paint removal or geotechnical issues like soft soils, Terracon can help clients find the remedy. Facilities issues such as pavement management and facility condition assessments, are sometimes required as well. Terracon's service professionals can collaborate with other members of a project team, including architects and civil and structural engineers, to connect the dots and keep all parties on the same page.ConstructionIt's hard to overstate the importance of getting a project built correctly the first time. When considering construction in a client's journey. Large projects such as stadiums, power plants and logistics sites can benefit from a GIS-based solution that places materials testing and special inspection results on an interactive map of the project. This helps clients find a particular piece of data(or report) and eliminates the need to sort through thousands of entries on a spreadsheet or delivered in separate emails.Facilities services are also important at this juncture. Failure to meet local and state building codes related to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Actcan result in costly errors, as can a leaky roof or windows. Finding a partner who can address all these issues makes for a smoother journey.Manage AssetsThe return on construction investment is often found in the efficient, long-term performance of a facility. The Manage Assets step is designed around helping clients find the best solutions for their facility. Neglected parking lots across multiple facilities can be a costly expenditure for maintenance and repair, especially if repairs are simultaneously required. Additionally, the efficient design and performance of HVAC and similar systems can help save money, especially as facilities age and needs change.The future of engineering consulting requires the ability to identify and avoid potential challenges, while at the same time having the ability to swiftly respond to issues that arise. This versatility is at the heart of simplifying the client journey."Terracon's journey from a small Midwest geotechnical and materials testing firm to a large multi-disciplined consulting firm with more than 5,000 employee-owners in more than175 locations across the United States has been enabled, in part, to being open to self-examination and change," Anderson said. "It takes time and resources to go through the process but the end result with this rebrand has been a more partner-friendly and efficient project approach that lets the team go right to where the client is in their project lifecycle and focus on their needs."To learn more about Terracon's take on The Project Journey, visit https://www.terracon.com/life-cycle/ The subsurface karst system serves as the habitat for many rare, threatened, and endangered species (RTES), and their protection has become the subject of numerous federal and state-level regulations and requirements
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