Over several years of transforming the construction project schedule to be focused on the client, HBW Construction has gained strong buy-in from general contractors, subcontractors and clients for a zero punch list process. There are many important advantages to this process, including: A focus on quality work…

Electrical shutdowns can be handled efficiently as part of commercial construction services if the project team plans for them. At HBW, we follow a consistent electrical shutdown safety process in accordance with OSHA and other safety standards. In fact, our clients and many of our partnering GCs…

Four Steps to Better Estimating If the architect and general contractor follow a detailed budget request form (and the design team refers to it during client consultations), it will dramatically improve budgeting. In a nutshell, here are four budgeting considerations that will help your commercial building cost…

Well, that time is now. In 2022, HBW Construction adopted a 3D schematic and virtual tour software platform. With Matterport, our team can go on site and collect video and photography during all phases of construction. We can use the technology for a variety of communications. When…

Without this early collaboration, projects can encounter costly change orders and delays in the construction project schedule. Even with collaborative project partners, industry standards for layouts don’t always account for the physical realities of a three-dimensional space. With this in mind, HBW developed a more extensive layout…

Some companies that planned to expand office space prior to the pandemic have pulled back to rethink their spaces. Flexible warehouse spaces offer customizable approaches to hybrid office spaces, data centers and special event and training spaces while naturally providing ample delivery access, parking and storage. If…

In addition to CDC guidelines, OSHA requirements and other standards, we perform an Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) as part of our construction planning process. ICRA is a systematic process that determines the effects of construction or renovation activities on air or water quality, assessing the level…

A discussion during the pre-construction process can help your project team determine owner preferences beyond certification standards or jurisdiction requirements. HBW trains our field team to prioritize recycling, upcycling or materials re-use. Our creative solutions in the field result in stronger client relationships. Besides the environmental benefits,…

It’s not always possible to empty a building for construction. Health care facilities and hospitals and multi-tenant buildings can’t shut down completely. Offices and retail customers must also be provided access for tenants to conduct business. Here are three essential tips to prepare for an occupied project,…

Prior to the pandemic, we could proceed with submittals and approvals with confidence that materials would arrive within their normal timelines. We created schedules for the construction team with built-in permitting and inspection dates. In multiple jurisdictions, we moved projects forward with relative ease toward completion. New…