Our Sharpline Inc. team is all about making construction projects work smoothly here in Central New Jersey. We use smart business ideas to handle things like scheduling, budgeting, quality, and safety. From big factories to office buildings, we can help you build all sorts of infrastructures for your businesses.
Our professional construction managers here at Sharpline Inc. know everything about building and keeping projects on track. We work closely with architects, engineers, and builders to ensure everything goes according to plan from the start of your project to the end.
Whether your project needs one manager or a whole team, we at Sharpline are ready to make it happen smoothly.
What is Commercial Construction Management?
Commercial construction management (CM), also known as commercial construction project management (CPM), is all about using smart business ideas to make building projects successful. This means we strictly monitor things like when the work gets done, how much it costs, what needs to be done, how good it is, what it is for, and how safe it is.
Construction managers, being the experts in building and ensuring everything runs smoothly, serve as the owner’s representative in the building process. Depending on the scale of your project, your CM may consist of one individual manager or a whole team.
The Responsibilities of a Commercial Construction Project Manager
The CMAA has made a guideline on the seven categories of a commercial manager’s responsibilities. We have summarized the major points below:
- In project management planning, we create a Construction Management (CM) plan, set performance criteria, compile reference data, establish a decision-making structure, organize the project, define team roles, plan site use, select design professionals, and verify insurance for a smooth process.
- For cost management or budgeting, we estimate costs, develop a budget, create a cost management structure, model costs and project cash flow needs, and understand how external economic changes might impact the project.
- For time management, we develop a schedule, report progress, identify project milestones, determine the critical path, consider float, and assess the impact of change orders on the schedule.
- For quality management, we define the owner’s quality objectives, ensure drawings and specifications meet these objectives, organize design reviews, identify construction elements affecting quality, evaluate quality bids, inspect workmanship, and manage change order procedures to maintain high standards throughout the project.
- In contract administration, we handle design phase contracts, implement construction procurement strategies, pre-qualify and solicit bids, define the submittal process, develop contract and documentation procedures, check deliverables, resolve contract disputes, manage risk, compile information for owner financing, prepare punch lists, and oversee project closeout for smooth and successful project completion.
- For safety management, we assess the contractor’s safety record, understand site safety liability per regulations, verify insurance for safety claims, manage workers’ compensation, create the project safety manual, document incidents, and develop an emergency plan to ensure the safety of all workers and stakeholders throughout the project.
- For our overall professional practice, we adhere to construction management standards and ethics, define the commercial and legal relationship between the owner and construction manager, identify practice and third-party liabilities, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations to uphold integrity, legality, and sustainability in our projects.
What is the difference between Commercial Construction Management vs. General Contractors?
Commercial Construction Managers (CM)
Commercial construction managers join projects early, before the design phase, which increases efficiency by overlapping procurement and construction. They provide valuable input during pre-construction and advise on design options, materials, and specifications to save money and enhance functionality. CMs receive a fee for their services, which offers transparent cost management and represents the owner’s interests throughout the project.
General Contractors (GC)
General Contractors typically enter the project after the design phase. They win bids based on the lowest price, including overhead and profit. They may lack the pre-construction input CMs provide, potentially leading to more change orders and less accurate cost estimates. GCs manage established teams of staff and subcontractors and foster familiarity and shared understanding among team members.
Key Differences
CMs offer owners more control over construction but require greater owner involvement, while GCs carry less project responsibility but also provide less control to the owner. Owners may hire trusted GCs to act as CMs, which blurs the roles between the two. Depending on project needs and relationships, CMs and GCs may oversee each other in certain scenarios.
Sharpline’s Project Management Services in Central New Jersey
Here at Sharpline Inc., we are proud to be recognized as a leading provider of project management services in Central New Jersey. Our main goal is to deliver solutions to the unique requirements of our client’s commercial construction projects.
At Sharpline Inc., we strongly emphasize communication, transparency, and accountability. We take pride in cultivating robust partnerships with our clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders. By providing clear project timelines, precise cost estimates, and proactive issue-resolution strategies, we ensure that projects remain on course and within budgetary constraints.
Our seasoned professionals at Sharpline Inc. have extensive expertise in construction and project management domains. Contact us now to delegate your project management duties and save valuable time.
FAQs About Construction Consulting
How can commercial construction management benefit businesses in Central New Jersey?
Effective commercial construction management can provide numerous benefits for businesses in Central New Jersey. By entrusting your construction projects to Sharpline’s experienced management professionals, your business can achieve its construction goals efficiently and successfully.
How involved will I be in the construction process?
We understand the importance of client involvement and communication, so our team provides regular updates and progress reports and involves our clients in key decision-making processes throughout the construction cycle.
How do you ensure quality and safety on construction sites?
Quality and safety are our top priorities here in Sharpline. We implement rigorous quality control measures and adhere to strict safety protocols, conducting regular inspections and audits to maintain high standards throughout the project.
