SAN FRANCISCO—Whether ground-up construction or an extensive remodel, it is not uncommon for assumptions or the silo activity of team members to derail the process. As the design evolves, it is important to routinely take a pulse check to ensure project goals including budget are still being met, says Amy Bradac, founder/CEO and Carlo Torrano, architect and project manager of Bradac Co.

Bradac says there are three strategies that will bring a greater degree of transparency to a project and help to minimize both design and budget surprises. Using these strategies in unison will ensure a high level of alignment within the project team and bring the most benefit to the overall project.

Pre-Construction Services: Get a General Contractor on Board Early

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Lisa Brown

Lisa Brown is an editor for the south and west regions of GlobeSt.com. She has 25-plus years of real estate experience, with a regional PR role at Grubb & Ellis and a national communications position at MMI. Brown also spent 10 years as executive director at NAIOP San Francisco Bay Area chapter, where she led the organization to achieving its first national award honors and recognition on Capitol Hill. She has written extensively on commercial real estate topics and edited numerous pieces on the subject.