DECEMBER 2023CONSTRUCTIONBUSINESSREVIEW.COM 19expertise, Dirt Works engages deeply with the client's design teams. The company provides consultative insights on enhancing site layouts and improving construction efficiency, suggesting subtle yet impactful design changes. This value engineering has proven to optimize a project's functionality while keeping costs within budget."Many a time, we also collaborate with local regulatory agencies to facilitate the approval process for project designs, including proposed changes or alternate solutions that may not have been initially envisioned when the projects came in. This proactive approach ascertains each project is viable and fine-tuned for cost-effectiveness and quality standards," says Youart.The same proactiveness can be seen when it comes to pricing. The company offers flexible models--either a fixed lump sum or a cost-plus arrangement--to accommodate unforeseen variables and safeguard the client's budget throughout the project's evolution.This is ensured through the project managers' continuous on-site presence, engaging closely with the project team throughout the day. This level of involvement allows for real-time issue resolution, preventing pricey delays and guaranteeing project progress. A recent example of this approach involved a project beset by high soil moisture levels. Dirt Works initiated early discussions with the client and deliberately excluded moisture conditioning costs from the initial quotation to maintain transparency. By separately allocating this cost, the firm brought clarity in budgeting. As the project advanced, Dirt Works collaborated with the client to devise an economical solution for the moisture issue, thus safeguarding the project's integrity and financial feasibility.In another project, Dirt Works demonstrated its ability to tackle diverse site challenges on a former dump site. The company employed a multi-step approach, starting with over-excavation and soil replacement to remove unsuitable soil and adjust the site to the required grade. Additionally, it reconfigured parking areas to adequately support anticipated loads, incorporating structural enhancements for safety and functionality. Whether a humble abode or a skyscraper, Dirt Work's expertise makes sure that the soil is managed and manipulated with precision to lay the groundwork that underpins the success of each structure rising from well-prepared foundations. No matter how big the project is, the firm's mighty machines and skilled hands are ready to unearth, solidifying its stature as the go-to on-site development contractor of the region
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