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FROM CONCEPT TO COMPLETION: PROVEN CONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS

THE AUSTIN METHOD. The Austin Method is the proprietary design-build method developed in 1901 to provide clients with a single source for project design, engineering, and construction. This approach gets Construction started earlier than the traditional Design, Bid, Build Approach. The Austin Company can provide services from start to finish—or any step in between—to meet the client’s objectives for a project on time and within budget.

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT. Ensure a project’s success from concept to completion, coordinating all aspects of the construction process with Austin’s comprehensive construction management services. It begins with constructability reviews to identify potential issues and ensure efficient designs. Value engineering helps reduce costs without compromising quality

or timelines. Project administration handles contract, permits, and communications, while project control monitors budgets and schedule. Systems integration ensures proper coordination of all building systems. Scheduling optimizes timelines to prevent delays. These services ensure efficient, on-time, and on-budget project delivery.

QUALITY AND SAFETY.

Austin maintains one of the lowest-incident accident and occupational illness records in the industry. Our consistently high level of safety performance is the result of all personnel – from office to field – placing safety at the forefront of every project. For projects with more complexity, greater hazards, and higher degrees of risk, The Austin Company can implement a customized safety program that addresses the characteristics of the project.

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES

CONSTRUCTABILITY REVIEWS

Project evalutions during the design phase to ensure an efficient and cost-effective build.

VALUE ENGINEERING

A systematic approach to optimizing project costs without sacrificing quality, functionality, or schedule.

PROJECT ADMINISTRATION

Management of contracts, permits, documentation, compliance, and communications to ensure the project runs smoothly, stays on budget, and meets deadlines.

PROJECT CONTROL

Including tracking progress, managing budgets, forecasting costs, scheduling activities, and identifying potential risks or deviations from the project plan.

SCHEDULING

Effective scheduling to help track progress, anticipate potential delays, and optimize the use of labor and materials.

SYSTEMS

Systems are designed, installed, and integrated to ensure building safety, energy efficiency, and long-term performance.

KEY ADVANTAGES

A TEAM APPROACH. At the beginning of every project, The Austin Company develops a partnering plan that fosters teamwork and ensures communication among all parties. A kick-off workshop is held with the client’s team and the Austin design team during which time a clear line of communication and authority is established. This approach reduces expenses by expediting the project, reducing oversights, and uncovering potential roadblocks early in the project.

ENHANCED SUSTAINABILITY.

Austin is a member of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC), with an in-house team of LEED® Accredited Professionals committed to incorporating sustainable design in each project. The team reviews and recommends design and construction strategies to meet USGBC standards and certification requirements, handling all documentation submissions on behalf of clients. Sustainable design is seamlessly integrated into every project, ensuring cost-efficient operations while achieving the necessary environmental standards.

Environmental stewardship is a guiding principle for Austin. Our company adopts a cross-discipline, team-based approach to sustainability, balancing objectives with project budgets. Our expertise spans sustainable design elements such as water efficiency, energy management, materials usage, and indoor environmental quality. Austin also pursues LEED credits in innovative design categories based on project-specific opportunities, ensuring every project meets its sustainable goals without adding unnecessary costs.

WHY AUSTIN?

At Austin, we understand that successful projects begin with careful planning. Our preconstruction department is committed to working closely with clients to develop detailed project plans, conducted thorough feasibility studies, and provide accurate cost estimates. This collaborative approach ensures that your vision aligns seamlessly with the practicalities of construction, setting the foundation for a successful project journey.