First Wave Construction’s integrated design-build approach offers numerous advantages compared to traditional project delivery methods. Some key benefits of our design-build process include:

Superior Quality Control:
The design-build process eliminates ambiguity around materials and construction specifications. With the designer, engineer, and builder all working from the same firm, the focus remains on safeguarding the client’s best interests. By addressing key aspects of the project upfront, we provide value-driven solutions that can lead to savings, allowing clients to invest in premium finishes or higher-quality materials. This investment ultimately results in long-term benefits, including reduced maintenance and operational costs.

Effective Budget Management:
Weekly team meetings enable better coordination between the design team, reducing the likelihood of costly change orders. Discussing the budget during the design phase helps keep the project aligned with financial goals, allowing the owner to make informed decisions regarding costs. Once the project scope is finalized, costs are clearly defined and controlled, reducing both design and construction expenses.

Less Stress for the Client:
Our design-build method simplifies the process by providing a single point of contact for the entire project. In traditional methods, the owner is responsible for selecting an architect, finalizing the design, bidding the project, choosing a contractor, and acting as a middleman. Our approach fosters collaboration, and the teamwork established during the design phase ensures smoother project execution.

Faster Project Timelines:
With our design-build approach, projects are completed more quickly because: the bidding process is streamlined, scheduling can start before the design is finalized, early detection of construction challenges, and efficient communication keeps the project moving forward.