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COST CONTROL METHODS At Emerald and FH Paschen our staff is aware of the importance of mantaining the control of the cost in the initial design phase and mantain this control throughout the design and construction phases. Initially, we by developing a budget based on the information available. The accuracy of this initial budget is determined by the amount of information available at an early stage. Once information is obtained, we update the initial budget to proved the most current pricing information. To develop our budgets, we use a number of methods depending on the amount of information and time available. These methods include square foot analysis, quantitative material take-offs. We accommodate for this by providing preliminary pricing based on previous square foot pricing of similar projects and adjusting it according to size, location and complexity. Once the design professionals begin to design the proposed facility, we refine the original budget by performing quantitative take-offs in-house utilizing our estimating program Management Software ISquare Foot. This allows us to logically organize the simplest elements of construction into groups, components and modules. This type of organization expedites the estimation process for analysis and design alternatives and value engineering options. To confirm accuracy of our In-House estimating, we also gather preliminary pricing from pre-approved subcontractors who have an interest in budding on a proposed project. Utilizing these systems has allowed us to eliminate any surprises to the project upon presentation of the Guaranteed Maximum Prices (GMP). CHANGE ORDER NEGOTIATION Due to unexpected conditions, delays, and other unforeseen events, contract change orders are sometimes unavoidable. Emerald and FH Paschen staff avoids unresolved change order disruption, as it can lead to claims and disruption to the team’s successful project completion. To help ensure project success, our staff when negotiating change orders are skilled in negotiation and contract administration insights. Participants are provided with the intellectual tools to understand, plan, and negotiate contract change orders, employing the highly successful mutual interests negotiation approach to maintain positive project team relationships. At Emerald we use case studies relevant to your projects, participants can then engage with proven strategies that prepare our team to effectively negotiate future change orders. Project owner, contractor, designer, and change manager perspectives will be addressed primarily. With over 5 years of experience in the design and construction industry, the Emerald Construction is an expert in construction project management, contract negotiation, change order negotiations, and claim avoidance. SECURITY SYSTEMS & SAFETY PROGRAMS Emerald and FH Paschen is committed to safety on every project and have skilled personnel and systems in place to minimize safety hazards and reduce the chance of an accident. We have a safety program that includes routine inspections, jobsite specific safety programs, and continuous education. Emerald has developed a culture that promotes an injury-free environment and provides the safest workplace possible for our employees, subcontractors, clients and others who come within proximity to our construction sites.In addition, the security of our jobsites are essential. We make sure to fence all construction sites and make sure they are securely locked overnight. In addition, if a temporary office trailer is on site, we ensure that video cameras are located within the interior and exteriors of the trailer to monitor activity onsite 24/7. Emerald strives to be a leader in safety awareness by adopting higher standards than required by O.S.H.A. and by proactively promoting safety training in the construction industry and community. From a zero-tolerance drug policy to innovative training and education programs, we provide our employees and subcontractors with the tools, knowledge and resources they need to increase safety, reduce risk and improve loss control on every Emerald project. K. PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES