BUILD Commercial Franchise Experience

BUILD the foundation

It started with a question: How can we best frame the construction process around the customer?

After all, to construct a house that will live as a home, and to build a commercial space that works, it is imperative to build with first consideration for the people these spaces and structures will surround.

Whether it’s for constructing a commercial building or a luxury residence, the basic formula for success is simple: Build once, well. And we exceed expectations when it comes to this, as superior quality and craftsmanship are evident in every single structure we build. However, it’s the process and the relationships that separate one construction company from another, and we believe this process should be seamless and enjoyable.

We’re not just building structures, here. We are creating unique, lasting spaces - legacies within which individuals deserve to live well and thrive. For commercial and residential clients, alike, we are ultimately constructing a lifestyle which, from day one, needs to be framed around the people living it.

Enter: BUILD.

BUILD ‘broke ground’ in 2006. What started out as a small SWFL construction management firm has grown into a highly esteemed and top ranked company. We maintain an exceptionally diverse project portfolio, thanks to the diversity of our clients. We are a multi-million dollar business – with a myriad of Sand Dollar, Summit, and Aurora awards under our construction belt – and we continue to put the importance of our clients’ experience of the entire building process first.

Our commitment to total quality management from preconstruction all the way through warranty administration has paved the way for BUILD to be where we are, ensuring our clients feel they are always where they need to be along the construction path.

Welcome to BUILD, working together with you will be our pleasure and yours!

Sincerely, Jay Howard and William Gaston Principals and Founders of BUILD, LLC

BUILD for success

The First Step: Pre-Construction

The team that meets during the pre-construction kick-off meeting is the team that hands over the keys.

Our approach at BUILD is unique in that the people leading the pre-construction effort will be the team building the project. Other contractors tend to have one team work on the pre-construction phase, and then they will hand it off to the operations team. This won’t fly at BUILD, because we consider ourselves one group with the singular goal of building a successful project. This is why we require the entire team to work together during the concept and program analysis, providing optimal facility options and cost savings.

”BUILD uses the incredibly important pre-construction period to set up your project for success. Success, for all project participants, means beginning with the end result in mind.”

- William Gaston, Principal/Co-Founder

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Budget Estimating

From our initial estimate to the final GMP, your BUILD project team will utilize On-Screen Takeoff®, along with our custom database, to provide detailed estimates during all stages of the design. We maintain a comprehensive database, allowing us to perform high-level programmatic check estimates of overall costs.

The initial estimate for your project will be extremely detailed and include a listing of budget assumptions for a line-by-line review with the owner and the design professionals to assure the assumptions are correct. Any changes in the assumptions will be adjusted accordingly, producing a final preliminary budget for the project. We will use the preliminary budget to assist the design team as the documents are developed.

Cost Control

A big reason why BUILD is such a trusted company is our insistence upon controlling costs at all times. We are able to achieve this by acquiring multiple bids for each scope of work and then having a complete open-book review of all bids with the owner. We also provide highly defined scopes of work for each trade, in order to avoid additional costs.

BUILD also becomes very familiar with any existing conditions, as this helps us be prepared for some of the unforeseen issues that other, less savvy general contractors may not be aware.

We walk each and every subcontractor through the site prior to signing them up for the scope of work. This helps eliminate the “I didn’t know” response from subcontractors. Throughout the entire process we are continually ensuring there will be no surprises.

BUILD value engineering

As we move through the design process, BUILD will provide detailed value engineering (VE) suggestions with each budget estimate. We will maintain a running “Value Engineering” log, fully detailed to include at minimum a description, date, cost, time impact, division of work/scope, and approval position. In addition, BUILD actively pursues additional VE during the construction process to provide all options to the project team.

We produce the following reports to allow the owner and the architect to make the best choice for the value of cost:

• Life cycle cost analysis

• Evaluation report of systems and equipment

• Cost analysis from historical data for similar systems or products

“Our depth of historical pricing and constructability experience allows us to analyze not only initial cost and schedule impacts, but also expected life cycle and maintenance costs resulting in the best value for the chosen product or system.”

- Brian Mayotte, Vice President

BUILD a team

Subcontractors / Vendors

At BUILD, we always strive to find the best-qualified subcontractors with the most competitive pricing. We feel it is imperative to utilize local subcontractors and vendors as often as possible. Using local resources keeps revenue local, provides a sense of ownership for the subcontractor employees, and also minimizes response time to the facility. We treat all subcontractors/vendors fairly and honestly, provide efficient scheduling and supervision, and guarantee a safe workplace. It is important that all of our team members have a successful project.

BUILD on time

Scheduling Resources

Our team members are highly experienced in the details of scheduling projects and can provide scheduling for the pre-construction and construction on your project. Scheduling is one of our top five management tools on our projects and has significantly attributed to our success as a company.

BUILD utilizes Microsoft Project scheduling software. We also use third party schedulers on projects when the client requests. Our subcontractors are involved in the construction scheduling process; they provide manpower and task duration information then collaborate with us on the sequence of activities to create the Overall Project Schedule.

Every week we hold schedule update meetings with all current subcontractors. These weekly schedule updates are critical to maintaining and consistently improving upon project schedules.

McConnelee, Estimator/Project Manager

BUILD the highest quality

Quality Control

Our firm fully understands that quality and service must be a top priority and we strongly promote that fact in all aspects of our company. We have an uncompromising commitment to total quality management from pre-construction through warranty administration. It is the responsibility of the Construction Manager to ensure that everything installed on the project meets or exceeds the established plans and specifications. Our quality assurance program includes extensive written guidelines that are performed and are the responsibility of our superintendents. Our QC requirements are communicated to our subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and design team.

Pre-construction is the first and best opportunity for us to establish effective quality control measures. In this phase, we are able to review the project specifications and plans with the design team and the client to get a solid understanding of the operational needs and goals of the facility. Once this is understood, we can make recommendations on construction means and methods that can complement and enhance the project’s goals. These procedural steps provide efficient integration with the team’s objectives and allow us to better communicate detail and quality levels desired of the subcontractors and suppliers.

BUILD best practices

competitive advantage

We at BUILD focus on the customer and their needs, we ensure to deliver a top notch project. The relationships we make stay long after our clients have signed off on their projects, and this is because we promote excellence not just in the structures we build, but in the people we work with. Subcontractor relationships are one of our top priorities, we strive to find the best qualified subcontractors with the most competitive pricing. We feel it is imperative to utilitize local subcontractors, using local resources keeps revenue local and provides a sense of ownership for the subcontractor’s employees.

competitiveness and effectiveness

Competitiveness and effectiveness is measured for BUILD in the industry by our repeat clients. Excellence is provided which is then recognized by our customers through loyalty and the referral to others.

BUILD from the core

BUILD has constructed a solid reputation by sticking to our core values of:

HONESTY EXCELLENCE & QUALITY COMMUNITY LONGEVITY CHARACTER

Since inception, we have made it our mission to not just create the highest quality spaces, but also to base everything we do on the need for lasting excellence. BUILD is known to be a company that is committed to excellence, always – in the relationships we build, in the process we employ, in the materials we use and the people we hire. Each of BUILD’s core values is an ethic that must be constant and infinite in order to stay true to its meaning.

“Since BUILD frames the construction process around the customer, there is no possible way we can do this without honesty and good character. The relationships we make stay long after we’ve signed off on a project, and this is because we promote excellence not just in the structures we build, but in the people we work with.”

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William Gaston & Jay Howard Principals and Founders of BUILD, LLC.

PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Arthrex Headquarters - Renovation | Naples, FL

Audi-Volkswagen of Naples Naples, fl

This project was a 32,000 square foot renovation/addition of the AudiVolkswagen dealership in Naples, FL. The dealership remained operational throughout the entire renovation, so the project was scheduled as a multiphased renovation, completed in smaller sections to minimize the impact of the daily operations. The project included a complete renovation of the VW showroom, service waiting room, office additions, and a new VW service facade. A state of the art Audi service center was added along with a new car wash and detail area. These changes allows Audi-VW to enhance their level of service and comfort while accommodating additional staff and inventory.

centuryLink Naples, fl

Converted an existing warehouse into field personnel coordination office and equipment storage facility.

CenturyLink Warehouse Value: $250,000 Completed: 2011

CenturyLink Office and Conference Room Renovation Value: $68,000 Completed: 2011 client CenturyLink Michael Clayton Phone: 913.345.7928

architect Jonathan L. Titus AIA Jon Titus Phone: 239.261.7422

key members

Jay Howard | Principal in Charge

David Arent | Estimator/Project Manager Dennis Terrier | Superintendent

This 4,000 square-foot restaurant is BUILD’s second Culver’s project in Southwest Florida. In order to better compliment Estero’s overall architectural objectives, this particular Culver’s restaurant has been slightly redesigned from the original look of the chain. Culver’s is a fast casual restaurant chain founded in 1984 in Sauk City, Wisconsin. Florida is the chain’s 21st state of operation.

BUILD has completed its fifth Culver’s in SW Florida, this latest one at the corner of Immokalee Road and Collier Boulevard. This 4,190 square foot chain restaurant was completed with a full-service kitchen, drive thru, dining area and restrooms all tailored to the specific Culver’s franchise requirements. Culver’s is a fast-casual restaurant chain founded in 1984 in Sauk City, Wisconsin. Culver’s is known for their local butterburgers, fresh frozen custard and Wisconsin cheese curds.

BUILD completed its second Culver’s in North Carolina. This 4,060 square foot chain restaurant was completed with a full-service kitchen, drive thru, dining area, restrooms, and outdoor seating all tailored to the specific Culver’s franchise requirements. Culver’s is a fast-casual restaurant chain founded in 1984 in Sauk City, Wisconsin. Culver’s is known for their local butterburgers, fresh frozen custard and Wisconsin cheese curds.

diesel barbershop naples, fl

BUILD completed an interior tenant build-out converting a 1,377 square foot space into a contemporary barbershop complete with styling stations, laundry/storage, and break room. The shop was updated with new paint, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, lighting and controls, flooring, trim, and acoustical ceiling.

The look and feel of Diesel Barbershop is part barbershop, part salon, part old school record store, part mechanics garage, part tattoo shop, and part vintage arcade. A man-cave for great haircuts and amazing overall experience.

FRESH

2,800 square foot complete renovation of an unoccupied tenant space on the beautiful 5th Avenue of Naples. The new space is home to Fresh Produce, a retail boutique known for its original prints, vibrant colors and stylish, comfortable clothing. With an inventory as such, the store needed to be light and airy showcasing the items that speak for themselves. The open floor plan and natural finishes do just that providing a welcoming shopping environment for its guests.

Renovation of existing 7,500 square foot restaurant. The project included new dining room finishes, relocation of the bar area, and a renovated server station. In addition, new décor was added to match the Hurricane Grill & Wings franchise standard, as well as updated electrical and beverage systems and new flooring throughout.

This tenant improvement included new flooring, acoustical ceiling tiles and paint throughout the space. New walls were put up to create a separation between the offices and the yoga studio which now encompasses three separate studios.

An ADA bathroom was implemented complete with modern cabinetry and plumbing fixtures. The interior and exterior doors were replaced as well as updated electrical and HVAC. A folding partition wall was installed to separate the space thus creating more intimate yoga classes.

(239) 631-1925

(239) 444-5780

naples, fl

BUILD completed an interior tenant build-out converting a 2,878 square foot blank canvas into a massage therapy spa. With a focus on space optimization that includes efficient flow and design to create the best possible guest experience this space was transformed into a relaxing and beautiful setting.

With new paint, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, lighting and controls, LVT plank flooring and luxury finishes, the spa offers a relaxing atmosphere with a smart design.

project was a 1,500 square foot interior build-out of the Tropical Smoothie Café at Colonial Square in Fort Myers, Florida. This was a special build as it marked Tropical Smoothie’s 300th location throughout the United States.

Ulta

Naples, fl

New storefronts installed, stucco repair, sidewalk repair, new paint, and new awnings were installed per tenant specifications. Erected large exterior sign wall to accommodate tenants sign requirements, this wall was tied into existing roofing system. Supplied new curbs and RTU’s for tenant, included TPO roof repair. Demolished and extended rear of unit to accommodate Ulta’s restrooms, this included new engineered concrete beams, footers, CMU block, plumbing underground rough, roof, and stucco repair. Erected fire rated tenant separation walls to create corridor between neighboring tenants. Finished and primed walls for tenant. Corridor lighting was supplied and installed.

Value: $265,000

Completed: 2010 client

The Mercato, LLP Mike Hoyt Phone: 239.564.1515

architect

Sheeley Architects, Inc. Phone: 239.482.2121

key members

Jay Howard | Principal in Charge

David Arent | Estimator/Project Manager

AJ Bremerman | Superintendent

greater naples ymca

naples, fl

BUILD completed the construction of a new 40,000 square foot facility for the Greater Naples YMCA. The new building features a variety of fitness facilities including: group exercise rooms, a high end finish gym, a karate training room, a cardio room, locker rooms with showers, a yoga studio, and an 8,000 square foot basketball court. The new building also houses a café and staff office space. Understanding the impact of the devastating fire that burned down most of the original building, BUILD’s focus for this project was to deliver a world class YMCA facility in the fastest time frame possible so the YMCA could continue fulfilling in theirs. The Client, Design Team and BUILD all understood the enormous importance of restoring the YMCA to their normal facilities quickly, which required a highly accelerated design and construction schedule. The project was completed in just 7 months.

Island,

New construction on the campus of the Marco Island YMCA. The additional building is a 5,830 square foot Youth Development Center featuring a reception area, conference room and office, multipurpose rooms, a kitchen, men’s and women’s restrooms, and storage closets. The building was completed with a front porch deck area and a covered terrace in the rear.

Marco Island YMCA, Inc. Lucinda Love, CEO Phone: 239.394.3144 architect Living Designs Group Florida Architects Phone: 561.578.0776

New construction of BUILD’s first Zaxby’s. The restaurant is over 3,800 square feet completed with a full service kitchen, drive thru, dining area, and restrooms all tailored to the specific Zaxby’s franchise requirements. The chain, fast causal restaurant is located in the Gulf Coast Town Center shopping plaza.

Toll Brothers teamed up with BUILD to construct their private resident clubhouse located in Azure at Hacienda Lakes. Designed by Joiner Architecture, this 12,000 square foot amenity center features a state-ofthe-art fitness center, resort-style swimming pool, a gathering room with a catering kitchen and a fire pit with lounge seating.

countryside golf and country club

A three phased project was completed to the existing country club with multiple additions and renovations. Phase one occurred across from the Clubhouse with the addition of a Restroom and Storage Building. A Pavilion area was built to provide shade for the new tennis and bocce courts. Phase two included a new Wellness Center with an exercise room, yoga studio, men and women’s locker rooms, and a conference room. The Wellness Center flows into the existing pool area. Phase three entailed extending the Porte Cochere and the new Four Seasons Dining Room. The extended dining area offers glass views of the lake and golf course.

Esplanade - Golf Maintenance & Tiki Bar

Naples, fl

BUILD recently completed a multi-project for Esplanade Golf & Country Club. This resort style community boasts a new golf maintenance building, rest shelter, wellness center, and tiki bar. Equipped with a kitchen, spacious seating areas and restrooms, the open air tiki bar, known as Bahama Bar, offers a conveniently located social space.Community hosted events offer excellent opportunities to meet fellow residents.

Florida 34232

941.371.3008

Naples, fl

The Wellness Center is 10,522 square feet under air and offers an exercise room, movement studio, men and women’s locker rooms, a performance training room, and a spa facility. The residents may access the amenity center 24 hours a day.

Multiple renovations were done on the existing country club. Including a nana-wall, new convertible patio, new administrative center, new fitness center and activities center. In addition, the commercial kitchen and restaurant were renovated while the club was still in operation.

The project included a 28,000 square foot renovation and clubhouse expansion, new/expanded kitchen and dining area, bar, pro shop, and fitness center. The commercial kitchen was more than doubled in size and all new appliances were installed. The formal dining room was expanded and a large private dining area was added with operable partitions to create two separate private dining areas if needed. WhisperSpan ceilings were used in the dining room for aesthetic and acoustic properties. Beautiful walnut floors lead through the dining room to the Grille Room bar where the theme of rich wood is continued. Cedar was used on the ceiling and the full bar is custom maple, making the Grille Room the perfect place for members to enjoy lunch and libations after the 18th hole. Dining can also be taken outside on the covered terrace which has roll-down screens and ceiling fans to ensure pleasant outdoor dining. The second floor patio has custom designed railing that continues down through the stair railing. The expanded pro shop received custom maple casework for merchandise display and the reception area. A brand new fitness center was part of the expanded clubhouse, and includes a yoga/pilates studio. The exterior received new stucco, paint, cast stone, roofing, and brick pavers.

This facility includes a 7,100 square foot clubhouse, with a beautiful stone fireplace, complete fitness center, pool table and multiple lounge areas. Other features include a standing seam metal roof, lighting control system and key FOB access control system. After successfully completing Manchester Square’s clubhouse, BUILD was awarded this 2nd project with WCI. The project was a Design/Build and BUILD worked in collaboration with Affiniti Architects for a successful completion.

This Design/Build clubhouse project features 3,665 total square feet with 2,537 square feet of air-conditioned space. The club house includes a state-of-the-art fitness center as well as a gathering room and catering kitchen for special events. Outdoor amenities include a barbecue area, resort-style pool, outdoor play area and basketball court. The project was completed in four short months.

This project included a 10,000 square foot complete interior demolition and renovation. The kitchen was enlarged and the dining room was expanded, including two bars, upgraded impact resistant windows, and the entire building was brought up to code. Structural renovations also included the relocation of an existing staircase and the addition of a new passenger elevator.

glen

Extensive renovation of the clubhouse at Glen Eagle Golf & Country Club in Naples, FL. The project entailed a complete redesign of the main and private dining rooms, bar, restrooms, and refinishing of the existing entry. Throughout the project, BUILD worked alongside Peter Costello, Club Manager at Glen Eagle, and Club Design Group & Disney Architects, for a successful project completed under budget and on schedule in four short months.

This was BUILD’s second renovation for Kelly Greens Golf and Country Club in Fort Myers, FL. The project included changing the clubhouse layout to provide for additional seating. Ceilings were improved to enhance style and acoustics. The lobby, bathrooms, bar, lounge, and grille room were all extensively renovated and all elements were accomplished without expanding the footprint of the existing building. The project was successfully completed in 3.5 months in collaboration with Humphrey Rosal Architects, interior designer and the Kelly Greens Golf and Country Club Association. In an statement, Dave Kackle, General Manager of Kelly Greens stated “I just wanted to express the extreme appreciation and satisfaction from our members, board of directors and the management team of Kelly Greens Golf & Country Club for the tremendous accomplishment of remodeling our clubhouse by BUILD, LLC. While I know that you had a terrific team with Club Design and Humphrey-Rosal, BUILD was the nuts and bolts for bringing it all together. It is hard for me to picture any other team of professions accomplishing the results that these three companies achieved.”

Replaced the existing tiki bar with a full service horseshoe shaped bar, providing a substantial amount of seating for club members. Complete with a custom framed roof and synthetic thatch giving a true island feel.

This project included the demolition of the existing pro shop and expansion of the existing foot print. All new custom millwork was installed to display retail products and boost sales. Drive-thru snack bar for golfers was added to the rear. In addition to brand new finishes throughout, new exterior high impact resistant storefront windows were installed along with a critical roof tie-in to the original roof system. By increasing valuable retail square footage while enhancing golfer registration this renovation will quickly pay for itself.

This project was renovated in four phases, while the staff and residents maintained use of the building. The project included updating the entry way and dining room, including a custom bar. Also completed were new staff offices, a new library, and a computer lab. In addition, the exterior paint was updated and a new roof was installed. BUILD has now been awarded four different projects with this client.

Venice, fl

New construction of a 30,000 square foot amenity center for Sarasota National in Venice, Florida. Features of the new building include: a library, card room, staff office space, outdoor seating, and a large resort pool. The amenity center also includes a commercial kitchen, a banquet room, 19th hole member dining, and two bars. In addition, a fitness center, two new Welch tennis courts, four new pickleball courts, two new bocce courts, and a tot lot were built on the property.

Hacienda Lakes Amenity Center

Naples,

Brand new 9,026 square foot amenity center for Esplanade at Hacienda Lakes, a Taylor Morrison community, with 6,239 square feet under air. This project included an event center and catering kitchen, separate fitness and aerobics rooms, in addition to a massage room. Guests will now enjoy a billiards room and adjoining card room with a flexible wall for privacy between games. The amenity center was also completed with a greeting/reception area, men’s and women’s restrooms, and a veranda with outdoor seating.

Naples, fl

Brand new 13,700 square foot amenity center for LaMorada, a WCI community. This British West Indies inspired clubhouse features a grand lobby, culinary arts center, theater, and a fitness center that includes an aerobics studio and massage room. Outdoor amenities include tennis courts, pickle ball courts, bocce courts, a resort-style pool and spa, and a bar area that offers a spacious gathering area for socializing. [BUILD] also built the gatehouse, mailbox kiosk and entry monument for the community.

Naples, fl

An expansion and renovation was completed to the kitchen at Pelican Marsh Golf Club. New walls, new cabinets, flooring, paint, plumbing, modified HVAC, new acoustical ceiling, and electrical system were installed. The main dining room, lobby, office area, men’s and women’s lounge also underwent a complete renovation.

BUILD has renovated the 26,000 square foot clubhouse that offers casual and fine dining with gorgeous golf course views. Remodeled throughout with a new roof and windows and doors, the space was updated with modern features that include new flooring, acoustical ceilings, lighting fixtures, and plumbing fixtures.