Services we offer.

At Berlien & Co, we specialize in providing comprehensive Owner’s Representation and Construction Management services that ensure seamless project execution from preconstruction to final completion. Our team offers expert oversight, budget control and risk management, acting as your trusted advocate in every phase of your project.

Whether you’re developing a commercial property, multifamily housing, renovation project, or infrastructure rehabilitation, we provide strategic leadership, technical expertise and on-the-ground management to drive projects forward on time and within budget.

 

Scope Development, Programming & Preconstruction

Laying the Foundation for Success. We facilitate the early project planning and development phase, ensuring your design, pricing, contracting and procurement strategy are aligned for a smooth transition into construction.

1. Engagement & Coordination of Professional Disciplines
  • Assist in hiring and coordinating architects, mechanical engineers, structural engineers and civil engineers.
  • Align design development and permitting with the pricing and contracting phase.
2. Defining Project Scope & Contracting
  • Review construction documents and develop the Request for Proposal (RFP) for contractor bids.
  • Obtain, qualify and negotiate contractor proposals to ensure cost-effectiveness.
  • Compose and negotiate construction contracts that align with the Owner’s interests.
3. Project Planning & Logistics
  • Develop a project schedule, detailing contractor milestones, procurement timelines, inspections and delivery targets.
  • Create site plans including contractor staging, work zones, barricades and phasing plans to optimize workflow.
  • Coordinate and integrate multiple parties and scopes to ensure smooth execution.
  • Establish procurement logs and project deliverables to track material orders and subcontractor timelines.
4. Budget & Compliance Oversight
  • Develop a total project budget and track financial allocations.
  • Ensure insurance requirements are met and assist with wrap enrollment if necessary.
  • Implement 360-degree photo documentation to catalog pre-work site conditions.
    5. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
    • Conduct stakeholder meetings, community meetings and individual Q&A sessions to keep all stakeholders informed.

    Construction Management, Oversight & Reporting

    Ensuring Seamless Execution & Quality Control; we provide proactive oversight, contractor coordination and performance tracking to ensure construction progresses smoothly and meets the highest standards.

    1. Schedule & Progress Monitoring
    • Update and revise project schedule milestones to reflect actual progress.
    • Identify delays and implement recovery plans to maintain project timelines.
      2. On-Site Management & Quality Control
      • Facilitate and direct contractor responsibilities while ensuring full compliance with project plans and specifications.
      • Conduct weekly Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) progress meetings to align all parties.
      • Enforce property rules and regulations to maintain a safe and orderly worksite.
      • Inspect contractor work, verify progress and document any additional work requirements.
      3. Financial & Change Management
      • Review and validate contractor payment applications based on actual work performed.
      • Oversee change management by reviewing change orders against the base scope, ensuring all adjustments are necessary, accurate, and cost-effective.
      • Maintain project budget discipline, preventing cost overruns and financial risk.
      4. Closeout & Final Inspections
      • Perform substantial completion punch walks, generate reports and coordinate re-inspections to certify project completion.
      • Collect and review closeout deliverables, including warranties, as-built drawings, and operation manuals.
      • Conduct 360-degree post-work photo documentation for Owner archives.
      5. Final Reporting & Owner Handover
      • Provide the Owner with written report summarizing project completion, final inspections and financial closeout.
      • Conduct final stakeholder meetings, community updates and stakeholder briefings to ensure a smooth transition.

      Why choose us?

      Maui-based Expertise
      We understand the unique challenges of building on the island, from permitting and logistics to contractor relationships.

      Unmatched Attention to Detail
      We meticulously manage every aspect of the project, from planning to completion.

      Budget & Risk Control
      We protect your investment by ensuring transparency, accountability and financial discipline.

      Client-First Approach
      We act as your advocate, ensuring your project vision is realized with precision, efficiency and integrity.

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