Delivery Methods

We Work with All Delivery Methods

Each method requires a unique and personalized approach. Headwaters Construction Company has successful project experience with each project delivery method.

Whether Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, or Construction Manager/General Contractor (also referred to as CM/GC and very similar to Construction Manager at Risk or CMAR) we understand that each method requires a unique and personalized approach.

This approach incorporates our knowledge of and experience with preconstruction services, estimating, contracts, phasing and scheduling, teaming, working with trade partners, constructibility, managing, and building. While our approach is unique from project to project, our philosophy of building long-term relationships with our clients on each project always remains constant.

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What should I consider when selecting a delivery method?

An owner has several areas of consideration when embarking on a construction project. It is necessary to choose an overall project delivery and contracting strategy that provides best value for the project and owner.

The following are some of the key considerations that may influence the selection of the project delivery method for your project:

Design-Bid-Build:

Three parties: owner, designer, contractor
Two separate contracts: owner-designer, owner-contractor
Contractor selection is based on Low Bid or Best Value, Total Cost
Owner, designer, and contractor roles well-established and universally documented
Contract documents typically completed prior to bidding phase, but at minimum, prior to construction
Project details and quality standards agreed to before construction begins

Design-Build:

Two parties: owner, design-build entity
One contract: owner to design-build entityTwo separate contracts: owner-designer, owner-contractor
Design-builder selection typically based on one of the following: Direct Negotiation, Qualification Based Selection, Best Value, or Low Bid
Owner and design-builder roles established and documented on a project-by-project basis
Design and construction phases often overlap
Project details and quality standards agreed to continuously, throughout design and construction

Construction Manager / General Contractor:

Three parties: owner, architect, CM/GC
Two separate contracts: owner to architect, owner to CM/GC
CM/GC selection based on qualifications or a combination of qualifications and fees
Owner’s expectations for CM/GC defined in contract
Design and construction phases sometimes overlap
CM/GC hired during the design phase, establishes a guaranteed maximum price (GMP), then acts as general contractor during construction

Construction Manager Agency:

Actually a method of management rather than a delivery method
Construction Manager contracted to act on the owner’s behalf, helping to make project decisions including the selection of a delivery method
Construction Manager selection typically based on one of the following: Direct Negotiation, Qualification Based Selection, or a combination of Qualification Based Selection and fees
Assists the owner throughout design and construction phases

all under one roof

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We take care of our clients, even after the project is complete. We service our clients through warranty and beyond.

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Whether its conceptual estimating, land acquisition, permits, or rezoning, we have experience and will bring great value to your development team.

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Our team has the expertise and accreditation to help our clients achieve their goals for building green, LEED Certified, or LEED equivalent.

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A successful project begins during preconstruction --- with acute attention to detail and experience to match.

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Trade Partners

We are always looking for partners in all trades. Register as a trade partner with us to receive future bid invitations.

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The Village at North Station

Managing Partner, Gardner Batt

With Headwaters, the team worked proactively to ensure the project ran smoothly, utilizing creative problem-solving to address issues before they could occur. I would hear about problems simultaneously with proposed solutions on how they could be mitigated.

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Former School District Superintendent

In working with Headwaters, I have quickly found their leadership team to bring years of construction experience, balanced with a willingness to listen and learn from us. That cooperative approach, and commitment to a quality project that they and we will be proud of, is a factor that makes them stand out above the rest.

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The Cedars

President, Hemming Properties

They have been a phenomenal partner as we have had things come up, even after years of development being in place, they have been quick to respond and have gone above and beyond what’s required of a contractor for sure.”

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Science and Technology Education Building

Former University Architect

I appreciate how the Headwaters culture instills in its employees the capacity and ability to work as contributing team members. Headwaters was constructive in its approach with the Owner and the Architect and always offered win-win solutions focused on the University’s needs.

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We Work with All Delivery Methods

What should I consider when selecting a delivery method?

Design-Bid-Build:

Design-Build:

Construction Manager / General Contractor:

Construction Manager Agency:

all under one roof

Related Services

Construction

post-construction

Development

sustainability

PreConstruction

Trade Partners

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