Palacio Firm Brochure 2025

Firm Overview Brochure

We’re passionate about aiding clients in

transforming

the world we live in

2006

Our Profile Palacio Collaborative is a minorityowned full service construction cost management firm headquartered in Atlanta, GA with locations in NC, SC, TX, and LA.

year Palacio was founded in Atlanta, GA

employees located in six locations nationwide

2800+

21M

projects estimated since 2006

Our primary services include conceptual cost modeling, budget verification, cost management, and value management.

Our team of experienced professionals has cost estimating experience in a variety of market sectors nationwide with projects ranging from a few thousand dollars to over $170 Million.

30+

square feet of cost estimated in 2024

50 STATES GENESYS® cost management capabilities available across the U.S.

We are a committed team of experts offering the advantage of a highly collaborative process with an innovative cost management approach, value-added solutions, and proven accuracy.

Palacio’s proprietary conceptual estimating tool

DIVERSE CERTIFIED auburn university football performance center Client/Architect: Goodwyn Mills Cawood Associate Architect: HOK

portfolio includes education, healthcare, government, and others

MBE and DBE in several states

georgia institute of technology expansion of tech square phase iii b Client/Architect: Rule Joy Trammell + Rubio Associate Architect: EDR - Eskew+Dumez+Ripple

Experts in Cost Management Palacio Collaborative embraces a client-focused philosophy that places collaboration and innovation at the firm’s core.

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We have grown organically to six offices located in GA, TX, LA, NC, and SC that service clients nationwide.

We continue to adapt to the changing industry and grow as the preeminent Cost Management firm in the nation.

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Offices

Division 1

Division 2

Division 3

Atlanta, GA

Regions Covered: Southeast, Northeast, Midwest, West

Region Covered: Carolinas

Region Covered: South Central

Kaye A. Smith Division 2 Co-Director ksmith@palaciocollaborative.com

Michael D. Palacio President mpalacio@palaciocollaborative.com

Charlotte, NC Greenville, SC Austin, TX New Orleans, LA

Visit our website for our latest list of Diversity Certifications including Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE), NC Historically Underutilized Business (NC HUB), and Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned Business (SWaM).

Capabilities

Headquarters 400 Galleria Pkwy SE Suite 1500 Atlanta, GA 30339 404.609.9006

Durham, NC

Diversity Certifications

​ . Terry Dickerson R VP & Division 1 Director tdickerson@palaciocollaborative.com

Marvin T. Coker Division 2 Co-Director mcoker@palaciocollaborative.com

Preliminary Budgeting/Budget Verification Conceptual Cost Modeling/Estimating Design Phase Estimating Alternates Pricing Value Engineering Contractor Estimate Review and Reconciliation Sustainable Design Impact Analysis

Markets • • • • • • • • • • •

Higher Education PK-12 Education Science + Technology Civic + Cultural Parks + Recreation Government Healthcare Sports + Entertainment Residential Hospitality Corporate + Commercial

westminster schools the blake center Client: Brand Properties Architect: Ennead Architects

Why

Palacio?

Proven Accuracy

Industry Leaders

Companies are highly impressed with Palacio’s consistent accuracy, which sets up the project early on for success.

Companies count on Palacio’s industry expertise that is rooted in an expansive and diverse project portfolio.

Value-Added Solutions

Collaborative Process

Innovative Approach

Companies choose Palacio as their go-to estimating firm because of our ability to ensure the integrity of the design while getting the most out of the budget.

Companies value Palacio’s ability to collaborate early in a project resulting in effectively producing quick, accurate estimates.

Companies partner with Palacio for our unrivaled industry-knowledge and innovative tools, which provides confidence in the final package.

Our Approach Palacio Collaborative listens first to fully understand our Client’s vision, mission, hierarchy of goals and objectives, functional needs, and preferences to tailor our services. Our Team is built around the unique requirements of each project and we hold ourselves, staff, consultants and contractors accountable to accomplish each task with strong leadership, proactive thinking, and effective communication.

“We’re very grateful for Palacio’s guidance, as their work allows us to collaborate with our clients more confidently and in ways that allow great architecture to be accomplished.” ​Gregory Walker Partner Houser Walker Architecture

Cost Management

Conceptual Cost Modeling

Cost Management is a highly effective process that provides cost control, ensures that the Owner’s interests are represented throughout the design process, and allows the project to be delivered within the budget. Working closely with the Owner and Design Team, Palacio has added as much as 20% to the value of the project (or conversely, kept the project scope/quality from being needlessly reduced by 20%).

To develop accurate project budgets and initiate a successful Target Value Design process, Palacio uses our proprietary tool, Genesys®, to deliver superior conceptual cost models during the programming or pre-design phase. With as little as a building program and site parameters, our tool studies a myriad of program, scope, finish, and quality alternatives to quickly show the cost impact, most of which can be done in real-time.

Estimate Review & Reconciliation

Value Engineering

This process is used with the CM-at-risk or design-build delivery methods to better ensure that the parallel estimates are fairly and accurately representing the design intent. At each design phase we will review, compare, and reconcile our estimate with that of the contractor. The reconciliation process focuses on scope of work, finish level, and pricing.

The project team works to help provide a design that maximizes value to the Owner during this collaborative effort. Starting as early as the programming/conceptual phase when programmatic or building material options are studied, Palacio will help determine which options best meet the Owner’s goals and budget.

cumberland county crown event center Client/Architect: Ewing Cole

Our Experience We are fortunate to have a diverse range of interesting and challenging projects that span across all markets. Each tells a unique story of the project’s context, the client’s vision, and the end user experience.

Higher Education

Sports + Entertainment

PK-12 Education

Residential

Science + Technology

Hospitality

Civic + Cultural

Workplace

Parks + Recreation

Transportation

Government

Corporate + Commercial

Healthcare

southeastern community college automotive technology stem building Client/Architect: McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture

Higher Education lumcon blue works, houma maritime campus Client/Architect: Eskew+Dumez+Ripple

university of tennessee knoxville zeanah engineering complex

Client/Architect: McCarty Holsaple McCarty Architects Associate Architect: Smith Group

university of maryland heritage community Client/Architect: Ayers Saint Gross

As higher education clients continue to have competing priorities such as tight budgets, shifting educational models, and rapidly evolving technology, we work with clients to understand how these priorities can be balanced to keep the integrity of the design and maximize value.

Administration Buildings

Innovation Hubs

Athletics

Libraries

Auditoriums

Parking Decks

Bookstores

Physical Plants

Classrooms

Recreation

Conference Centers

Research

Courtyards/Quads

Science

Data Centers

Student Centers

Dining

Student Housing

Health Education

Workforce Training

1340+ higher education projects estimated nationwide

the lovett school parking deck

Client: Impact Development Management Architect: Cooper Carry

PK-12 Education charlotte-mecklenburg schools palisades high school Client/Architect: Little Diversified Architectural Consulting

Schools today are shifting from a one-size-fitsall model to student-centered educational practices. We work with clients to understand this shift and the importance of balancing individual learning styles, advancing technologies, and the need for flexibility in the teaching environment.

Wake County Public School System Davis Road Middle & High School Combo Client/Architect: EVOKE Studio

Charter Schools Early Childhood Elementary Schools High Schools Middle Schools Private Schools Public Schools Workplace

iredell-statesville school district weathers creek high school

Client/Architect: Adams + Associates Architecture

Transportation

gulf shores city schools gulf shores high school Client/Architect: DLR Group

270+ PK-12 education projects estimated nationwide

longfellow discovery at watkins road office & lab development phase i

Client/Architect: Little Diversified Architectural Consulting

Science + Technology georgia southern university center for engineering & research Client/Architect: SSOE Group

via labs

Client/Architect: Duda | Paine Architects

north carolina a&t university community & urban food processing complex Client/Architect: Andre Johnson Architect

We recognize that scientists, researchers, and academic science students need to move at the speed of their ideas, both as individuals and in collaboration with others.

We understand the requirements needed for these facilities to inspire scientific discovery, maximize flexibility for future program growth, and create an environment where people can collaborate formally and informally.

Academic Science

Laboratories (core, specialty)

A&D Plant/Renewable Energy

Lab Campuses

AI/Artificial Intelligence

Lab Office Buildings

Astronomy/Observatory

Manufacturing/Industrial Labs

Biomedical Research

Research

Clean Rooms

Radiology/Nuclear Labs

Containment Labs (ABSL, BSL)

Robotics Labs

Engineering

Vivariums

Health Education

490+ science + technology projects estimated nationwide

first presbyterian church of atlanta renovation Client/Architecture: Houser Walker Architecture

Civic + Cultural At the heart of vibrant communities are civic environments that foster connection. We assist clients in developing a design of functional and innovative spaces that encourage civic participation, promote health and wellness, awakens the creative spirit, and provides places for reflection and renewal.

hickory aviation museum & cvcc workforce innovation center Client/Architect: McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture

Animal Shelters

Museums

Arts Centers

Performing Arts/Theatres/Concert Halls

Community Centers

Visitor/Welcome Centers

Convention Centers

Visual Art

Early Learning Centers

Worship

Event Venues/Spaces

Zoos

Social Services Libraries

performing arts center at fountain park Client/Architect: Pfeiffer (A Perkins Eastman Studio)

town of farmville public library

Client/Architect: Smith Sinnett Architecture

330+ civic + cultural projects estimated nationwide

georgia department of natural resources george bagby state park multiple building renovations Client/Architect: Pond & Company

Parks + Recreation windsor chavis joint use facility

Client/Architect: Vines Architecture Associate Architect: Evoke Studio Architecture

Park and recreation environments give identity and economic benefit to cities and set a stage for civic activities that enhance social interaction while promoting health and wellness. Our in-depth experience with state parks, local community spaces, and academic recreation facilities provides a diverse understanding that we bring to each client and unique project.

city of concord hartsell park renovation Client/Architect: Bolton & Menk

Aquatic Campgrounds Municipal Parks Greenways Lodging Pavilions Recreation/Community Centers State Parks

city of northport river run park

Client/Architect: Chambless King Architects

Trails

150+ parks + recreation projects estimated nationwide

brookhaven city hall

Client/Architect: Sizemore Group

alabama new state house

Client/Architect: Goodwyn Mills Cawood Associate Architect: Robert A.M. Stern Architects

Government With an emphasis on social impact and the betterment of communities, we recognize the important role these government facilities play in their cities, states, and nations. We assist clients in the completion of functional and innovative environments that respond to community needs.

city of auburn multi-purpose arena Client/Architect: Chambless King Architects

Administrative Offices

Maintenance Facilities

City Halls

Medical Examiners

Courthouses

Police Stations

Correctional Facility

Public Safety

Detention Center

State Agencies

Fire Stations

State Parks

Emergency Operations Centers Government Center

toombs county judicial complex

Client/Architect: Hussey Gay Bell Associate Architect: Docka Associates Planning & Design

500+ government projects estimated nationwide

central health hornsby bend health center Client/Architect: BSA LifeStructures

Healthcare In an ever-changing healthcare environment, we embrace a deep understanding that these facilities are designed to advance care delivery and promote health and wellness. We partner with clients to help them in determining a budget that will provide solutions that enhance the patient experience, as well as operational efficiency.

grady health correll pavilion Client/Architect: HOK

alamance regional medical center heart and vascular services renovation & addition Client/Architect: Clark Patterson Lee

Ambulatory Care

Pharmacies

Assisted Living

Public Hospitals

Cancer Care

Senior Care Facilities

Clinic/Health Wellness Centers

Student Health Clinics

Emergency Medical Services

Surgery Rooms

Health Education

Women’s & Children’s Health

Medical Office Buildings

Veteran Clinics

Mental Health & Wellness

Veterinary

Outpatient Care

mecklenburg county facility based crisis center Client/Architect: Human Experience

240+ healthcare projects estimated nationwide

united states golf association golf house pinehurst Client/Architect: Clearscapes

city of priceville event & recreation center Client/Architect: Chambless King Architects

Sports + Entertainment Whether it is a collegiate sports facility, worldclass sports arena, or entertainment district, we assist clients in the creation of environments that promote a sense of community and serve as a destination to facilitate connections.

Amphitheaters

Professional Sports and Entertainment Venues

Athletic Centers

Professional Athletic Training Facilities

Convention Centers

Stadium/Arena/Convocation

Collegiate Sports Venues

Training Rooms

Collegiate Athletic Training Facilities Entertainment Districts Fieldhouses Indoor Practice Facility Performance Center

orleans parish school board 9th ward stadium Client/Architect: Williams Architects Associate Architect: Multistudio

new orleans ernest n. morial convention center linear park Client/Architect: Manning Architects

220+ sports + entertainment projects estimated nationwide

10th street apartments

Client/Architect: Perkins Eastman

Residential We continue to stay ahead of residential trends by exploring innovative ways people actively engage in their living environments.

Whether through mixed-use developments, single family homes, multi-level towers, senior or assisted living communities, we assist clients in reimagining how people live, work, and play.

north carolina a&t state university bluford street student housing Client/Architect: Clark Nexsen

Affordable Housing

Senior Communities

Apartments

Student Housing

Condominiums

Townhomes

High Rise Lodging Mixed Use Developments Private Residence

rosewood mixed use development Client: Flournoy Development Group Architect: Bild Design Studio

murfreesboro housing authority oakland court redevelopment

Client/Architect: McCarty Holsaple McCarty Architects

230+ residential + mixed use projects estimated nationwide

Hospitality clemson university jervey gym renovation & watt family performance and wellness center Client/Architect: Garvin Design Group Associate Architect: HNTB Corporation

Hospitality environments are crafted to be social destinations that are driven by experienceoriented designs. We work with clients to create meaningful and memorable experiences for guests, travelers, shoppers, and employees.

bell building renovation

Client: DSI Design and Construction Architect: Architectural Collaborative

jefferson parish park site improvements Client/Architect: Manning Architects

north carolina school of science & math dining hall renovation Client/Architect: Clearscapes

Banquet Halls

Farmers Markets

Breweries/Distilleries

Fitness Centers

Casinos

Hotels

Catering

Hotel Conference

Country Clubs/Clubhouses

Mixed Use Developments

Dining

Outdoor Dining

Entertainment Venues

Pools & Spas

Exhibition Centers

Resorts

Event Spaces

Restaurants

210+ hospitality projects estimated nationwide

ucb pharmaceutical inspace office renovation Client: UCB Pharmaceutical Architect: Collins Cooper Carusi Architects

clemson university alumni and visitors center Client: Clemson University Architect: Goodwyn Mills Cawood Associate Architect: Cooper Carry

Corporate + Commercial We understand that corporate + commercial buildings combine function and style to meet the needs of a wide range of business types.

The design of workplaces aims to create a perfect balance between heads-down focus work and layers of collaboration to improve the productivity and general wellbeing of employees. We work with clients to make transformative shifts in design to reimagine traditional office structures.

cartersville water department administration facility Client/Architect: Clark Patterson Lee

Administrative Buildings

Headquarters

Auditoriums

High Rises/Towers

Call Centers

Mixed Use

Class A Office Buildings

Parking

Conference/Meeting Rooms

Shopping Centers

Corporate Campuses

Training Rooms

Dining

Workspace

Fitness

farmville corporate park shell office building Client/Architect: MHAworks

340+ corporate + commercial projects estimated nationwide

hyundai mobility training center of georgia

albany transportation center building

Client/Architect: SSOE Group

Client/Architect: Niles Bolton Associates

Transportation Airport and transit center designs are meant to enhance the user experience from the moment they arrive at the facility to when they exit. We partner with clients to help them in determining a budget that will provide solutions for all transit users — passenger, tenant, employee, and owner.

kanawha valley regional transportation operation & maintenance center Client/Architect: Wendel

Airports

Office & Maintenance Facilities

Automotive

Parking

Bridges & Structures

Ports & Maritime

Departments of Transportation

Railroads & Train

Educational Training

Streetscapes & Roadwork

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Transit Station & Depots

Highway & Roads

town of hillsborough train station Client/Architect: Clearscapes

200+ transportation projects estimated nationwide

Delivering Value Solutions Since 2006 Headquarters

400 Galleria Pkwy SE, Suite 1500, Atlanta, GA 30339 404.609.9006