Innovative Construction Management Service

Innovative Construction
Management Service
Design-Build Services
Construction Management Services
General Contracting Services
Space Planning & Design-Build
Serving the east coast since 1949
www.navalisconstruction.com
Welcome
NCIS - Core Values
Teamwork / We are people focused we recognize
our primary asset is people. To be successful, Navalis
Construction Services must be a rewarding place to work. We
provide opportunity and encouragement to help our people
reach their potential. We work as a team with our clients.
Mutual respect is the foundation for our success.
Integrity / We have the highest ethical
standards — We remain true to our founding values of
quality, honesty and hard work. We have the highest ethical
standards in the industry. We encourage our employees to “do
the right thing” every day, on every project.
Commitment / We provide results, and we are proactive
in finding solutions for our clients that best achieve their
goals. Lasting relationships are the lifeblood of our business.
We want each client to feel that our team is as committed to
their needs as their own staff. We provide a level of personal
attention to our clients that distinguishes us in the industry.
Safety / We care about people and we provide safety
mechanisms for our team and subcontractors on every project.
We are committed to the highest standards of safety, consistent
with construction industry best practices. We focus on quality
on all of our projects, exceeding our client’s expectations
and delivering best values. Therefore, by doing our best,
inspiring others, and leading with enthusiasm creates positive
attitudes.
Mission Statement — Navalis Construction Services, Inc.
is an innovative construction management and design-build
firm, and general contractor. We are focused on identifying and
executing solutions for our clients that exceed their expectations.
We specialize in medical and educational facilities, sustainable
development, and property rehabilitation. We build work
environments for our customers that inspire creativity and
encourage productivity. Our design-build experience, leading
edge technology and training, plus attention to detail, consistently
outperform our customer’s expectations.
Vision Statement — The outstanding quality of our constructed
environments will be second to none. We will strive to bring our
clients a strong sense of accomplishment, satisfaction and pride
from the results of our work.
A word from our President
Over the years, we’ve watched our industry change in many
ways. More than a few construction firms continue to engage
in a practice known as “low bid contracting.” The low-bid
environment, as the name implies, focuses almost entirely on
price—with little regard for hiring quality labor or delivering
quality.
I’m proud to say that Navalis Construction Services, Inc.
has never been, and never will be, in the lowbid business.
We are passionate about doing every job to the very best
of our ability. We strive to attract the most highly skilled
subcontractors and believe in investing in our people. We
care deeply about providing our clients with a pleasant and
professional experience, and though we understand price is
an important consideration, we believe value is even more
important.
We provide our clients with an accurate and fair cost up
front, eliminating the need for change orders. This frees us to
focus on the project and the client’s needs. We can anticipate
problems or roadblocks, and work as a team to do what it
takes to eliminate them. We have gained the support of our
clients, because we have established a relationship with them
based on fairness and trust. Our clients know that we will
protect their interests and do what is right.
Services
Our efforts are always directed toward assisting our client with
each step of a project. We work with them to analyze their needs,
determine the most cost effective approach for the highest value,
and orchestrate a disciplined, planned project, while continuously
reassessing as the work progresses. Our goal is to provide
the client with all relevant information, so that thoughtfully
considered results are achieved.
Navalis Construction Services, Inc. has an extensive array of
completed projects. Historically much of our work has focused
on projects of a technical or mechanical nature. Each effort has
expanded our capability and the experience level of our people.
We are equally adept at building a broadcasting studio, or
providing an equipment room foundation. We can efficiently fit
out a retail space, or construct a high-grade clean room.
No matter the size or complexity of a project,
we approach each one with the ideal outcome in
mind from start to finish.
Core Services
Design-Build Services
Construction Management Services
General Contracting Services
Space Planning & Design-Build
Specialized Services
Project Planning
Preliminary Project Estimating
Preliminary Project Schedules
Coordinating with Design Team
Project Code Review
Planning Board Submissions
Permits and Construction
Project Close Out and Final Certificate of Occupancy
Industry of Service
Medical facilities
Office facilities
Manufacturing facilities
Retail facilities
Renewable Energy facilities
Design Build Process
Overview of process — Design-build focuses on combining
the design, permit and construction schedules in order
to capture the time lost in a traditional design-bid-build
environment. This does not shorten the time it takes to
complete the individual tasks of creating drawings, acquiring
building permits or actually constructing the project. Instead
a quality design-build firm will bring together design and
construction professionals in a collaborative environment to
complete these tasks at the same time. By using the DesignBuild mechanism, owners can benefit from a strategy that
places a premium on delivering the project sooner with less of
a focus on delivering the project at a lower construction cost.
Typically the hallmark of a Design-Build project is that one
organization is responsible for both design and construction
of the project. This process is known as Contractorled DesignBuild and the owner relies a great deal on the integrity, insight
and competence of the designbuilder.
Accountability — Rather than a partial level of responsibility
of the classic design-bid-build, Design-Build provides an
integrated solution for the owner or client. This allows the
owner to look to one entity with questions or concerns.
Single Source — Instead of engaging several contractors
and consultants, an owner has a single contact for the project.
Design revisions, project feedback, budgeting, permitting,
construction issues, change orders, and billing can all be
routed through the Design-Build firm.
Value-based project feedback — In a design-build context,
the owner, the owner’s other consultant’s, and the DesignBuilder can work together to determine what methods and
materials will maximize the owner’s value.
In closing, timesavings are only one important aspect of the
design-build delivery system. Other benefits include having
a single source project delivery, accountability by the design
builder, and a value based project feedback system.
Typical Process
1. Client has a need for a new building or
renovations to an existing building.
2. Client (or client’s agent / advisor) prepares
a list of requirements for the new space.
3. Client engages a design-build firm to develop
a concept and perhaps a guaranteed max price
and delivers the requirements to the firm.
4. The D/B firm prepares design,
time, and cost proposals, and submits
these proposals to the client.
5. Proposals are accepted,
and a contract is agreed upon and signed
by the client and the design-build firm.
6. Contractor designs,
carries out and completes work
employing resources (in-house staff or
sub-contractors) for all aspects.
Overview of process — The outline below describes the Construction Management
process and procedures to help owners understand why this is the most economical
method to use for a construction project. When an owner decides to engage us
while in the early stages of design or after drawings are completed, we can share our
expertise in a more in-depth way. During the Pre-Construction phase the Construction
Manager (Navalis Construction Services, Inc) reviews the project plans and assist in
meeting the owner’s budget and schedule based upon the design criteria provided.
Construction Management
Preliminary project schedule will be prepared to show the complete process
involved, from the town planning board process through the completion of the
construction process and obtaining the certificate of occupancy. Preliminary cost
estimate will be prepared on a spread sheet, showing all the line items involved
including supervision time, material, labor, subcontractor quotes, equipment
and a Construction Management fee based on a percentage of the total costs of
the project. This is an “open book” process that will show all the detailed costs
necessary to complete your project.
We will also prepare a Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal for the owner’s
approval supporting the preliminary estimate described above.
At this time in the process, we are suggesting that the preliminary cost estimate
will be the maximum cost of the project, and will not be any higher provided the
architect has met the local codes on the drawings, and the owner has not made
any changes to the project.
If the project costs are higher than our estimate, I will pay the difference. If
the project costs are lower than our estimate, then the owner keeps the savings.
The costs will be tracked during the construction process on a spreadsheet and
available to the owner at any time for review. After the owner reviews and
approves the Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal and preliminary estimates,
and decides to proceed into the construction phase we will prepare and provide
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Obtain bid from subcontractors and suppliers.
Analyze subcontractors and supplier quotes and make
recommendations to the owner on the selection process.
Schedule and conduct regular meetings between the owner and the architect.
Contractor’s construction schedule for the work.
Obtain a schedule of submittals for all the finishes related to the project.
Perform the work according to approved construction schedule.
Provide monthly written reports on the progress of the entire project.
Provide a system of cost control for the work
between the estimated and actual costs.
Navalis Construction Managment Service -9
ABVI - Goodwill
This is a Design Build project Approximately 24,000 sqft
including 15,000 sqft , retail store area, and 8,000 sqft warehouse area
Complete interior and exterior renovation of an existing
Rite Aid store located in Syracuse, NY.
New interior offices, restrooms, storage areas, access ramp, ceilings,
lighting, and stained concrete floors and complete mechanical
and electrical systems. Exterior work included new store exterior
insulation finish system over existing walls, overhead doors,
depressed dock doors, retaining walls and associated site work.
Ameritech Plastics
50,000 square feet manufacturing facility and corporate offices.
Steel frame structure with split rib block exterior. Land clearing and
site work. Depressed loading docks. Two story interior offices.
Cardinal Health Nuclear Pharmacy
5,000 - 8,000 sqft
Interior build-outs, that included secured and unsecured rooms, such as
clean pharmacy rooms, lab areas, packing areas, break room, restrooms,
and administration offices. Our work included all construction finishes
and mechanical systems.
The project in Rochester and Albany were performed using
the design build delivery method, while the project in the
Bronx was contracted as the traditional bid build as GC.
CBS Radio Studios
21,000 square feet build out and consolidation of four radio
studios. Sound proof studios and engineering rooms. Custom
lobby and client presentation room. Construction time table
based on studio relocation dates with zero down time.
Comella Orthodontics
Interior build-out for a new Pediatric Orthodontics
dental office located in Victor, New York. State-of-theart dental offices were constructed using high end finishes
and specialty lighting, and featured glass wall details.
City of Rochester (DES)
Masonry office and restroom additions inside an existing building.
Demolitions of existing rooms and construction of new block partitions
for offices, restrooms, ready room, and other employee areas. Contract
includes masonry, millwork, storage decks, doors & hardware,
and all interior finishes.
Corning Tropel
Interior facilities upgrade, solarium addition, reconstruction of
reception, conference room and corporate display areas.
Entry addition with glazed block and signage. Library with all
curved wall construction, wood laminates and custom carpentry.
Conference room with built in projection and electro-polarizing
privacy glass.
Production area reconstruction including water, gas,
air, vacuum and other piping. HVAC and exhaust
duct work, partition and equipment relocation.
Don Pablos Restaurant
8,000 sqft construction project Included complete site work
package, underground utilities, and new parking lot. Other
work included a complete interior package that consisted of
new kitchen equipment with wall and floor finishes, seating
areas, handicap restrooms, waiting areas, lobby with high
open ceilings, and exposed ductwork system and lighting.
The Gleason Works
Removal of 20,000 square feet of existing wood flooring over
concrete floors, and isolation pads in the manufacturing facility.
Prepped sub-base and poured new 8” concrete floor. Other work
included overhead door widening and mechanical work.
CQC Prosthodontics
PROJECT CHALLENGES & OBJECTIVES
CQC needed to move their laboratory from the basement level
to the first floor—street level. To ensure there was no downtime
during the move, a very detailed plan of action had to be developed.
The new space had to be much more efficient, ergonomic, and
streamlined, and being on the first floor would make it easier to
move equipment and product in and out. Instead of adding square
footage, as do many companies that are looking to become more
efficient, CQC reduced the amount of square footage (roughly
30% less than the original space). In doing so, their goal was to
implement a lean manufacturing process by which efficiencies and
cost savings could be quickly identified and taken advantage of. The
original space was too large — they were paying for space they did
not use or did not use well. They needed to find a partner who could
implement a Design-Build project and who clearly understood
the unique dynamics of their business and how their production
process translated into the physical space and overall layout.
SOLUTION
Navalis outlined a detailed Design-Build strategy, they spent time
observing the current work conditions and environment. They
shadowed employees, talked with each department team, discussed
the owner’s vision and objectives in length, and formulated the
future plans based on feedback. The goal was to get a sense for
how the production process worked and how employees did
their tasks. All construction, design, moving, and testing of
equipment had to happen in phases; typically, this happened
outside of work hours. Navalis had to determine what needed to
be moved and when without causing production disruptions.
The building was constructed around the equipment to
help with space efficiencies—making sure every square
inch of space had a purpose. The type of structure was
designed and constructed based on specific needs of the
business. The moving phases took place over one weekend.
By Monday, everything was up and running according to
plan. Overall the project was on time and within budget.
BENEFITS & RESULTS
The workflow improved considerably because of the new
floor plan. The strategically located work areas allowed the
employees to utilize the space to its fullest potential and
reduce production cycle time. As a result, orders were filled
more rapidly, but quality and durability were not sacrificed.
Employees also noted that waste was greatly reduced.
“Navalis proved to me that they think beyond just building four walls.
They really get in the trenches to learn what the business is and what the
overall goals and vision are to ensure the final outcome is exactly what
the client wants,” says Jim MacDonald, operating manager at CQC
Laboratories. “The results were stellar. We couldn’t be more pleased!”
Creek House Commons Plaza -Retail Space:
10,000-sq.-ft. Strip Mall, Retail
PROJECT CHALLENGES & OBJECTIVES
North Greece Associates was looking to build, from the
ground up, a new retail strip mall—Creek House Commons.
They needed to find a capable partner who understood
the specific dynamics of undertaking such a project and
who could address project budgeting, land clearing, and
planning and construction. The partner team would need
to oversee every element of the build and manage it under
tight budgets and deadlines. North Greece Associates
had already brought on board an architect; however, the
company wanted the partner to work closely with the
architect to ensure all details were dealt with appropriately.
SOLUTION
North Greece Associates selected Navalis Construction
Services because the two companies had an existing
working relationship (Navalis has worked on several
projects with Kravetz Realty Group) and because Navalis
had vast knowledge of building retail structures. Navalis
therefore quickly and accurately identified the steps it
needed to take to ensure complete satisfaction and overall
success. Navalis worked with North Greece Associates
in a construction management capacity, handling
planning, scheduling, budgeting, contractor selection and
management, etc. In addition, Navalis knew what areas
of risk would typically affect a retail project like Creek
House Commons. That knowledge was a critical factor
in keeping to schedules, budgets, and expectations.
BENEFITS & RESULTS
As the project moved forward, several areas of cost savings
were identified. Overall, Navalis helped to save North Greece
Associates $150,000 out of the roughly $2.2M project budget.
North Greece Associates have continued to utilize Navalis’
expertise for Creek House Commons’ tenant space buildouts. Star Physical Therapy was one of the build-out projects
that required Navalis’ Design-Build approach. Star Physical
Therapy’s ownership was thrilled with the outcome. “Working
with Navalis on build-outs for Creek House Commons’ tenants
has worked out great. Due to their extensive knowledge about the
structural aspects of the entire strip mall, it only makes economic and
strategic sense for them to oversee the work for the build-outs,” said
Brad Kuskin, managing director at Kravetz Realty Group.
“Navalis has proven their expertise and beyond that,
they have shown their commitment to us and every
project they have done for our clients. I am pleased to call
Navalis Construction Services a valued partner.”
Creek House Commons strip mall won the Small Project
Development Award from the National Association of
Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP) in 2006.
Innovative Energy Systems
Green/Utilities Space: 10,000-sq.-ft. 3-engine,
4-8-megawatt power plant
Landfill-Gas-to-Energy Power Plant
IES needed to find a reliable, experienced partner to help
them construct a new power plant for their client, Casella
Waste Systems. Casella Waste Systems typically handled
their own power-plant construction projects from start to
finish. However, for this project, the owner of Casella Waste
Systems wanted to find a partner to help with the overall
management of the power plant so that the team could have
some free time to undertake other projects and initiatives.
IES, needed a highly capable general-construction partner who
could help them take Casella Waste Systems’ vision to fruition.
They needed a strong partner who could see their vision and
the bigger picture but who could break it down into all the
minuscule details needed to successfully complete the project
on time, within budget, and per expectations. This partner
would also have to work closely with IES to ensure the client’s
needs were met each step of the way. Casella Waste Systems
would be keeping an eye on the activities from a high-level
standpoint; however, IES and the selected partner would focus
on the day-to-day management and general contracting needs.
SOLUTION
Navalis construction reviewed the architectural drawings
and suggested several ways to enhance the plan specifics. In
addition, Navalis identified several changes that would avoid
potential build risks and budget increases. In the end, the
collaboration between IES and Navalis paid off, ensuring
the initial plans met the requirements and expectations of
Casella Waste Systems executives. Very few change orders
were made as well—as a result of the solid planning efforts.
The building schedule had to be flexible enough to anticipate all
types of weather patterns in the winter months. Specific plans
were put in place to address weather conditions—to protect the
building and materials. In addition, depending on the conditions,
the schedule easily flexed to account for heavier and lighter work
shifts. Additional workers were brought on board when needed
to keep to timelines. Once construction was almost complete,
Navalis began the system-testing process to ensure all systems
(electric, plumbing, heating/cooling, etc.) were in working order. A
specific test plan was created and implemented to ensure the right
systems were tested at the right times and in the necessary order.
BENEFITS & RESULTS
The result was the creation of a state-of-the-art green facility that
met all government regulations and client expectations. “We put our
heart and soul into the project and saw the entire project through,” said
Jim Rowley, project manager at Navalis Construction Services.
“Our team collaboration helped to make this highly visible project
a true success. Working with Navalis’ team enabled us to deliver
on what we promised. The final outcome was very well received by
Casella Waste Systems’ executives,” said Peter H. Zeliff, president
and chief executive officer at Innovative Energy Systems, Inc.
MF Electronics
35,750 square feet manufacturing facility and corporate offices.
Two story steel frame structure with painted block exterior.
Former landfill site work and remediation. Fully air conditioned
facility. 4,760 square feet clean room production area.
6,250 square feet corporate offices.
Michaels Arts & Crafts
20,000 sq ft interior renovation
Complete exterior storefront and façade renovation, as well as
including new walls, soffits, ceilings, floor and wall finishes,
doors, frames and hardware, cabinets, counters, and trim.
Rochester Institute Technology
– Image Detection Laboratories
Renovations to a clean room, new rubber flooring,
painted walls, and building small, air-conditioning
rooms around two cryogenic compressors including all
associated electrical and mechanical systems.
Riverside Towers
Construction of new sales offices and tenant fitness center.
Demolition of sales office. Replaced with new glass walls,
cooling systems, interior finishes and storefront.
Rochester Housing Authority
Renovations were made to the main lobby and the first
floor offices. These upgrade not only improve the building
appearance, they also improve workflow for the office staff.
Rutgers University
Multiple ongoing contracts include interior and exterior
laboratory stainless steel fume hood renovations. Air conditioning
installations and retrofits. Hot water baseboard installations.
Sump wells, pumps and discharge systems installation.
Salon Capri
1600 sq ft full service salon was comprised of manicure, pedicure, hair
stations, break room, and unisex restroom were all part of project buildout with-in Creek House Commons Plaza in Greece New York.
New underground plumbing, concrete floors, drywall
partitions, ceilings, lighting, and floor finishes were installed
including complete mechanical and electrical systems.
Social Security Buidling(Rochester NY)
15,000 s.f. office renovation. Replace all office finishes in multi-phase
project to keep office active. Construct new employee restrooms. Install
new HVAC equipment. Replace and upgrade all computer data wiring.
Steuben Rural Electric
Cooperative
Navalis Construction proudly announces completion of a “Design-Build” project
that consist of a 5.2 megawatt Landfill Gas-to-Energy (LFGTE) plant for Steuben
Rural Electric Cooperative (SREC) and the Steuben County Department of Public
Works at the Steuben County Landfill in Bath, NY.
This technology reduces greenhouse gas emissions, establishes an independent
power source, and is expected to earn around $60 million split between SREC and
Steuben County over the next 10 years. This project also strengthens Upstate New
York’s growing reputation as a leader in developing green technology and renewable
energy. The LFGTE project was financed by a $1 million grant from the Rural
Utilities Service and a $5.6 million, Clean and Renewable Energy Bond.
Star Physical Therapy
The Design-Build process was used for this single story addition adding
more physical therapy space to this specialize facility. Interior and exterior
finishes were installed to match the existing finishes keeping the design
flowing consistently. New rubber flooring, walls, windows, doors and
ceilings were installed along with new mechanical and electrical systems.
WROC-8
Renovations for this master control room included masonry wall
removals and structural supports were necessary to accommodate the
unique layout required for this special control room.
Windows and access panels were coordinated to bring in air conditioning
systems with special wall mounting brackets with accurate positioning.
Suspended ceilings with special lighting, flooring and
wall finishes were also part of the renovations.
Xtreme Fitness
With this state-of-the-art facility on Fetzner Road that includes
renovated men’s and woman’s locker rooms, showers and saunas,
as well as a new weight training and cardio exercise areas.
University of Rochester – Donor Relations Suite
Donor Relations was an interior build-out to create
a private patient support area which consisted
of Reception area, two separate waiting areas,
consultation room, toilet room, privet administration
office, shared support staff work area, and kitchenette.
All new finishes were used including ceiling,
wall covering, ceramic tile, carpeting, window
treatment, Granite counters, and Cherry finished
mill work incorporating the Arts and Craft style.
The design is centered on a feature wall which consists
of three panels of art glass commissioned by Dr.
Burk. Our work included all electrical, plumbing, fire
protection, and Mechanical systems.
Scope of Work: Interior build-out for new
administrative offices consisting of very high end
finishes, and specialty millwork. Our work included
all mechanical and electrical systems.
With 6o years experience our clients’ trust us to
make their project a reality.
Corporate Overview
Navalis Construction Services, Inc. has mastered the art of
constructing innovative, cost-effective buildings and interior
spaces that have exceeded expectations. From constructing
“green” power plants and state-of-the-art medical laboratories
to innovating school environments and modernizing apartment
complexes and office buildings, our focus is on earning our
clients’ trust and confidence to help them take their project vision
and make it a reality. Our team is passionate about creating
structures that emit a sense of confidence, strength, and pride.
We approach each project with the ideal outcome in mind from
start to finish. We know that every detail no matter how small
is critical to the overall success of a project - and ultimately the
relationship with the client. We don’t just construct buildings,
we create an experience.
Change the way you think about construction management.
Our core team of 15 members will lead you through any project
large or small. With our proven track record of on-time budgets
and innovative core processes used today by leading companies
worldwide. Navalis construction will systematically understand,
design, and implement construction management and General
contracting solutions that meet your budget.
Navalis construction is for those ready to abandon outmoded
thinking and embrace new value creation: executives and project
team memebers will experience truly a one of a kind building
project solution with Navalis.
Quick facts
Founded in 1948
Located in Rochester New York
President: Richard Comella
Website: navalisconstruction.com
Member of: Quarter Club of Rochester,
Design-Build Institue of America (DBIA)
New York, State commercial
Association of Realtors (NYSCAR)
navalisconstruction.com
Richard Comella
Navalis Construction Services
224 Mill Street Rochester,
New York 14614
(O) 585-458-7001 | (F) 585-458-7004
www.navalisconstruction.com