Estimating/ Budgeting
FCS provides detailed construction estimates as changes progress from schematics to design development to construction documents. Review pricing with owner regularly and provide options and alternatives.

Schedule/ Planning
Provide detailed construction schedule for each phase of construction. Coordinate with applicable review and approval agencies. Develop critical path schedule and incorporate into bid documents for subcontractors.

Value Engineering
Work closely with design team providing input regarding building materials availability, costs, and life expectancy. Provide experience regarding advantages and disadvantages of products and construction methods for projects.

Pre-bid Services
Assist design team in preparing bid documents to insure all necessary information is provided for competitive subcontractor bidding. We pre-qualify potential bidders and have a list of reputable bidders. Solicit multiple bids for each sub-trade and analysis bids for owner. Provide accurate lead times for products and services necessary to complete the job on schedule.

Construction Analysis
Work with owner and design team to maximize savings regarding duration of the schedule. Work closely with each sub-trade to assure schedule and budget can be achieved.