Our Design Build Process An Integrated approach
The Aztec Advantage is AZTEC’s Total Design-Build Solutions method of project delivery which has been carefully developed to place our clients in control of cost, schedule, and a quality outcome.
AZTEC’s Total Design-Build Solutions is an integrated approach to facility development. We provide a single source for all facility planning, design and construction services, and assume undivided responsibility for budget, schedule, and quality. The Total Design-Build Solutions program was developed by AZTEC to place the client in control of cost, schedule, and a quality outcome. The goal of the program is the maximize value by implementing a method of project delivery that consistently exceeds our clients' expectations. AZTEC makes this goal a reality by employing a two-phase contractual approach.
In the Preliminary Design and Budgeting phase, AZTEC works in partnership with the client to develop a facility concept and performs sufficient preliminary engineering to establish a definitive cost and schedule for the project. Alternative systems and methodologies are evaluated with the goal of providing the best overall value to the client. A scope work is established and plans are completed in sufficient detail to yield a lump sum price to and definitive project schedule. At the completion of this phase, a very small percentage of the total project cost has been expended, yet the total cost and time at risk have been clearly quantified based upon a mutually agreeable scope of work.
The Final Phase
In the Final Design and Construction phase, AZTEC applies its structured methodology to prepare construction documents and execute competitive procurement and construction in an overlapping sequence.
- AZTEC’s Total Design-Build Solutions program produces several key benefits for our clients:
- Makes the facility development process easy by providing single source responsibility.
- Provides client maximum input on and control of design, cost, and schedule.
- Undivided responsibility for all project requirements from planning and design through construction, start-up, and warranty.
- Team collaboration eliminates the typical designer/contractor adversarial relationship facilitating a seamless design to construction process.
- Maximizes value.
- Early identification of cost through reliable, accurate estimates even at conceptual stages of the project allows our clients the confidence that they can make critical planning decisions.
- Examination of options, costs, and alternatives during the value engineering process maximizes the value of every dollar spent on the project.
- Constructability reviews virtually eliminate change orders.
- Compresses the project schedule. Design and construction activities are performed concurrently.
- Critical path scheduling fast tracks the project delivery process.
- The client’s facility is operational faster, which reduces interest on capital and enables the client to generate a return on investment sooner.
- Delivers quality and elimination of surprises.
- Comprehensive plan reviews and project inspections emphasize prevention of problems.
- Vendors and subcontractors are pre-qualified on critical project elements.
- With undivided accountability, responsibility for defects or non-performance cannot shift to another party.
- Warranty related items are controlled and corrected quickly and properly.
- Aztec’s 25-year weather-tightness warranty on pre-engineered standing seam roofs leads the industry.
- A one-year post-occupancy inspection identifies any design or construction related potential defects and arranges correction or repair.
COLLABORATIVE DESIGN/BUILD
Front-End Services
- Services
- Architecture
- Space Planning
- Interior Design
- Engineering
- Critical Path Scheduling
- Construction
- Quality Assurance
- Equipment Installation
- Facilities Management and
- Maintenance
- Master Planning
- Site Location and Selection
- Site Assessment
- Regulatory Analysis
- Facility Assessment
- Architectural Programming
- Design-Build Project Criteria
- Permit Acquisition
- Digital Visualization
Why Choose Design-Build Solutions for Your Project?
The design-build approach has transformed the construction industry by integrating planning, design, and execution under a single umbrella. Aztec Building Systems’ Total Design-Build Solutions takes this model to the next level, offering unparalleled efficiency and quality in every project.
Streamlining Complexity for Better Results
Traditional construction methods often involve juggling multiple contracts and coordinating between separate teams for design and construction. This can lead to miscommunication, delays, and budget overruns. With Aztec’s design-build solutions, you benefit from a unified process where all phases are handled by a single, expert team. This collaborative approach minimizes errors and ensures that every element of your project aligns seamlessly.
Maximizing Value Through Integration
By merging the design and construction phases, Aztec eliminates inefficiencies and fosters innovation. Early-stage collaboration enables the team to explore cost-saving alternatives, evaluate innovative systems, and optimize designs for constructability. This results in reduced change orders and maximum value for every dollar spent.
Faster Timelines, Higher Quality
The concurrent scheduling of design and construction phases accelerates project completion. Aztec’s critical path scheduling ensures that each step is precisely timed, so your facility becomes operational faster. This means you can start generating revenue or utilizing your space sooner than with traditional methods.
Tailored Solutions for Unique Needs
Every project is unique, which is why Aztec’s design-build solutions are fully customizable. From regulatory analysis to digital visualization, Aztec offers a wide range of front-end services to suit the specific demands of your facility. This tailored approach ensures that no detail is overlooked, delivering a finished product that exceeds expectations.
Proven Success in Design-Build Excellence
With over 2,300 projects completed across 17 states, Aztec Building Systems has established itself as a leader in design-build construction. Their reputation for reliability and quality is rooted in their commitment to client satisfaction, making them the top choice for design-build solutions in Oklahoma.