CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Construction projects have traditionally used the design-bid-build method to deliver projects. The architect draws the plans, contractors bid on it, and the low bidder is awarded the project. Often, the project can be a painful experience for owners, riddled with design errors, intense fighting and lawsuits over change orders, cost overruns, or few bidders. Project owners also quickly find their day-to-day responsibilities suffer as they get overwhelmed by the number of construction issues and decisions needing constant, immediate attention and decisions with limited information. 

In the face of all this drama, construction delivery methods have evolved as officials have discovered the serious benefits of using Construction Management instead. Construction Management (CM) is a delivery method that offers a solution to the problems of the traditional approach. In this method, the client selects a trusted advisor, the CM, to guide them through the design and construction process from the earliest stages. The CM's role is to serve as the owner's advocate, ensuring the highest quality and speed at the best cost.

Shireman's team has been the leaders in Construction Management in Southern Indiana for the past five decades, especially in local government projects and commercial work. Mark was a pioneer in bringing CM to the market, starting in the 1970s. Together, they have successfully managed hundreds of millions in taxpayer dollars.

From the start, instead of a few designers working alone, you get the Shireman team of actual builders to partner alongside them and you—budgeting and giving cost options, helping to avoid design errors, picking the best-value regionally available materials and systems, and giving advice on all aspects of construction to the team. 

When the plans are complete, Shireman recruits' contractors and subcontractors to bid on the work competitively. Due to our long and deep relationships in the regional construction industry, we typically attract many more bidders than most architects or other CMs. 

Our team provides daily project management, giving you the peace of mind that your project is in good hands. We manage your selected team throughout construction, inspecting the work daily, scheduling, checking the money down to the penny, fighting off cost increases, and managing project-related public relations for you. We serve as your agent throughout the project, taking the risks/headaches of construction off your plate – all while keeping you closely informed. 

Call Shireman to get the results you need—less headaches and projects that finish on time, under budget, and with the quality you deserve.