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. . . SECTION 3- DESIGN PHILOSOPHY AND PROCESS I ':l\C'S design philosophy is built on superior client selyice through the prO\'ision of a qualit\, product (m-time and under budget. To do this we ha\'e den'loped a process that first requires us to understand the needs of the client, de\'Clop a system to meet those needs and then implement our pro\'en design and project management process that has resulted in successful projects and repeat clients which in turn han' resulted in our growth and de\'elopment into one of the most respected engineering firms in South Florida. Some of the clements of our design process are presented in the follO\\'ing sections. 3.1 Design Analyses and Construction Documents Our approach to engineering design, analysis and coordination is based on data gathering, timely communication, early problem and constraint identification, design creativity, and sound engineering principles. The means by which we achie\'e these objecti\'es include: joint kickoff/ field meetings; regulatory/permitting requirements / determinations; brainstorming of alternatives; \'alue engineering; and project specific quality assurance programs. Deli\'erables will be submitted at \'arious phases of production in order to recei\'e the City's input. Recognizing that some of the assignments on this project may require interfacing with the residents and business owners within the City, E:\C will develop an Outreach Plan for such tasks. This will ensure that at the start of projects the public is kept informed in order for critical feedback to be garnered. From our experience in other municipalities, this has proven to ensure the feasibility and practicality of design intent. l\t the \'Cry early stages of design, EAC \vould proacti\'ely seek input from permit and regulatory agencies. This will help facilitate e\'entual permitting and appro\'als from the respecti\'e jurisdictions. 3.2 Development of Designs Consistent with Project Scope and Funding Constraints Key to the success of any project is its o\'erall understanding and the objecti\'e of adhering to this scope without any budgetary or schedule encroachments, These items work hand in hand and must be closely monitored to ensure that the City's goals for the project are achie\'ed. This can best be achie\'ed by a clear understanding of the scope and recognition for the intent of the City in undertaking the project. Ef\C will a(jyise the City on the feasibility of the project collSidering the budget and schedule. I n some cases, if it is determined that the estimated cost of a project is greater than the budget, the following approach (in close coordination with the City) may be utilized: . Change features of the projects design to reduce the cost without any change in the project's scope, . I,ook for opportunities to change the scope of the project to get the cost within the budgetary constraints for the project. Items to be elil11.inated or changed in the scope should be those, which ha\'e the least impact on the o\'erall intent of the project. . I f the scope cannot be changed then the budget of the project should be rC\'isited to get the desired result for the project. . j\ combination of all of the above may be required, 3.3 Design Documentation The documentation of design and safety decisions will begin upon our first invoh'Cment with the project and will continue as the project progresses. The result will be complete documentation of the design and decision-making process leading up to the final submission of plans and contract documents. The design documentation is prepared by assigned design staff, reviewed by )':1\C'S quality control team and apprmTd by the E1\C project manager. 3.4 Quick Response & Prompt Service Our O\'erall team staff strength ellSures our ability to be flexible and offer quick response to the City. Ef\C has placed a lot of emphasis on its ability to respond to clients specifically on continuing service contracts. b\C's project management plan makes it mandatory that all projects and assignments attain a high le\'el of client satisfaction. EAC will utilize se\'eralmethods to ensure that the City is satisfied with the !e\'e! of sen'ice we prm'ide. \Ve will follow through on assignments, remain accountable for our work, listen to the City's 11