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NAVIGATE Building Solutions
Owner Representatives for Successful and Cost-Effective Construction Projects
Todd Sweeney, Co-Founder and Craig Schluter, Co-Founder“We act as advisors for owners and assist them in aligning all their objectives prior to onboarding an architect or builder. We use that alignment to lead the owners’ pre-construction and planning efforts,” says Todd Sweeney, co-founder of NAVIGATE Building Solutions.
NAVIGATE Building Solutions, a consulting firm, provides project management solutions to public agencies and private owners seeking to build new facilities or renovate existing ones. It works as an extension of the owners’ staff and employs a 10-step budget management process to aid owners struggling with budget control. This process includes utilizing in-house estimators and experienced builders, conducting cash flow and cost segregation analyses, and managing long lead item procurement alongside cost-benefit analysis. It offers a supportive resource for owners to make informed decisions affecting budget, schedule, program, user, and stakeholder satisfaction. It simplifies consensus-building with stakeholders and provides owners the knowledge and insights to make accurate decisions aligning with their goals, ensuring a thorough understanding of implications and costs involved.
The company’s range of services allows owners to tailor their needs accordingly, including project management and planning, project documentation, feasibility programming, and project alignment.
It also encompasses in-house cost estimating, modeling and management, as well as funding consultations, cash flow, and cost segregation work. NAVIGATE Building Solutions assists with procurement needs by aiding departments in purchasing everything from architects to moving trucks for furniture relocation upon project completion. It brings on board and supervises the architect, contractor, and specialty consultants. It manages operational impact and transition planning, long lead acquisition, diversity planning, and implementation. The company also coordinates with vendors on behalf of the owner and develops move plans.
Over the past decade, the company has distinguished itself in pre-construction services by adopting a unique perspective. Leveraging insights from collaborations with expert architects and contractors across diverse sectors such as law enforcement and education, it integrates a wealth of best practices into projects. This expertise has attracted substantial interest, particularly in publicly funded projects for municipalities, counties, and educational institutions. With offices strategically positioned in the central region, the company is poised for national expansion, driven by dedication to excellence and the continual development of its skilled team.
A testament to its strategic approach is the success story of Kirkwood School District. The school saved over $1 million in bid events as NAVIGATE Building Solutions modified their standard contract documents to adapt to the dynamic marketplace. This was achieved through forward thinking and understanding of market dynamics. A glowing testimonial by another client, Charley Burch, superintendent of Cole County R-V School District, reads, “I see NAVIGATE not just as a valued partner to work with, but rather an extension of the district. They are doing their due diligence to protect our interests when it comes to capital projects. NAVIGATE firsthand handles the difficult questions and conversations that come when working with architects and contractors.”
We act as advisors for owners and assist them in aligning all their objectives prior to onboarding an architect or builder. We use that alignment to lead the owners’ pre-construction and planning efforts
NAVIGATE Building Solutions stands out for its impactful work, drawing clients and dedicated employees. It utilizes its extensive knowledge for client success, without a focus on profit margins. Employees are inspired by a sense of righteousness, involving the use of their skills for the betterment of the societies they serve. NAVIGATE Building Solutions’ dedication to assisting in the successful and cost-effective execution of projects highlights its commitment to making a meaningful difference.
