WORKING WITH US
We build the trust required to oversee on-time and on-budget success.
1. Industry Connector
We connect clients to our network of partners to access services beyond our offerings.
2. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We prioritize women and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) as PMs (Project Managers) on our job sites. PMs are local to the area and knowledgeable in language, cultures, and customs.
3. Sustainable Design
We establish a preference toward local materials, leveraging existing supply chains and using energy-efficient technologies.
4. Training and Capacity Building
We prioritize local labor and when possible, we train construction workers and for future employment.
5. Monitoring and Evaluation
We track multiple indicators for each project to analyze our performance and impact.
EXAMPLE
Scope of Work
PHASE 1: PLANNING AND CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
STEP 1 — PROJECT PLANNING
- Define key stakeholders to include in the design and construction process.
- Define the project vision and project planning principles.
- Establish project controls and protocols to manage the budget, schedule, and risk.
- Conduct a site visit to assess existing conditions and evaluate the proposed project scope.
- Select a suitable Architect from CfC’s list of Design Partners (if applicable).
- Recommend a local design team tasked with developing construction drawings including structural and MEP drawings, bills of quantities, and permit submittal.
- Outsource specific technical scopes to CfC’s preferred international design partners if needed.
STEP 2 — CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
- Define the program requirements.
- Define priorities and establish project phasing (if applicable).
- Manage the development of multiple conceptual designs by Architect for review and assist in the selection of one design for further development.
- Recommend a suite of contract documents for the build based on scope, location, ease of administration, and local practice.
- Assist in the preparation of fundraising materials (if applicable).
- Prepare a rough order of magnitude preliminary project cost estimate and schedule based on the phasing plan, size of the project site, and total planned building square feet or square meters from conceptual design.
PHASE 2: CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION
STEP 1 — SCHEMATIC DESIGN
- Define key stakeholders to include in the design and construction process.
- Define the project vision and project planning principles.
- Establish project controls and protocols to manage the budget, schedule, and risk.
- Conduct a site visit to assess existing conditions and evaluate the proposed project scope.
- Select a suitable Architect from CfC’s list of Design Partners (if applicable).
- Recommend a local design team tasked with developing construction drawings including structural and MEP drawings, bills of quantities, and permit submittal.
- Outsource specific technical scopes to CfC’s preferred international design partners if needed.
STEP 2 — ENGINEERING REVIEW
- Perform value engineering design review to optimize costs.
- Perform a materials and constructibility review.
STEP 3 — CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
- Develop construction documents for permit submittal.
- Refine the construction cost estimate and schedule.
- Assist (Client) in obtaining the necessary regulatory approvals.
PHASE 3: CONSTRUCTION
STEP 1 — PROCUREMENT OF MATERIALS, SERVICES, AND EQUIPMENT
- Lead preparation of a local procurement strategy, including timeline, budget, and quality.
- Advise on a suitable form of contract and offer guidance in the preparation of tender documents.
- Review tender reports and coordinate General Contractor selection.
- Assist the Project Partner in their selection of a General Contractor.
STEP 2 — CONSTRUCTION
- Undertake contract management and site supervision for construction work.
- Provide CfC project manager(s) to manage onsite supervision and daily on-site activities.
- Provide contract management, document control, quality assurance, and monthly reports during construction.
- Ensure that agreed-upon design and quality requirements are met and that the contractor makes sufficient provisions to ensure the timely delivery of the project. This will include approving all contractor payment submissions and a 10% deduction applied to cover retention.
- Support training and capacity building: technical skills, safety, quality.
STEP 3 — TRANSFER, OPERATIONS, AND MAINTENANCE
- Create a punch list upon completion of construction and manage the handover process.
- Prepare an operations and maintenance manual that includes warranties, maintenance contracts, a lifecycle equipment budget, and an annual maintenance schedule and budget.
- Offer guidance during the Defects Notification Period (DNP) and oversee the preparation of Final Completion Certificates at the end of the DNP.
- Provide technical support to (Project Partner) to develop operations and maintenance processes and budget to ensure the successful operation of facilities post-construction.
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“We selected CfC as one of our strategic partners because we feel that it is a perfect and complementary match for our skill sets. They do a stellar job at project management in-country – helping to execute projects successfully. Together, we can do great work that neither one of us would have the capacity to develop on our own.”
— Warren Hendrickson, Vice President at HDR
— Warren Hendrickson, Vice President at HDR