MITCHELL ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS is distinguished from traditional design firms because we can either pro-actively direct our projects from conception through construction or step in for any critical phase. Our complete Scope of Services provides comprehensive architectural design, budget development, construction management and a real estate development knowledge-base.
Planning
Good preparation and planning are the keys to a successful project. In this initial phase Mitchell Associates will help you organize your project using careful evaluation and programming, keeping in mind YOUR needs and YOUR budget.
Pre-Design Services
- Feasibility and Go/No Go Studies
- Renovate versus New Construction Studies
- Optimal Location Studies
- Single and Multiple Facility Evaluation
- Response Time Analysis
- Site Selection & Evaluation
- Space Utilization
- Master Planning
- Project Scheduling
- Training Components
- Value Engineering
- Public Participation Presentations
- Historic Preservation
- Life Safety & Fire Code Compliance
- Regulatory Agency Liaison & Permitting
- Negotiate with Utilities
- Coordinate Survey/Soils Tests/Drainage Studies
Financial Coordination Services
- Budgets and Pro Formas
- Soft Cost Analysis
- Bond Vote and Fund Raising Assistance
- Detailed Probable Construction Cost Estimating
- FEMA and Grant Application Assistance
- Life Cycle Cost Analysis
- Coordinate Market Analysis
- Project Scheduling
Design
During the Design Phase our Project Team translates your needs into solutions. We design buildings that are not only functional and durable, but also visually striking and timeless. Attention to energy efficiency and the creative use of materials and systems result in long life, easy maintenance and low operating costs.
Design Services
- Comprehensive Programming
- Architectural Design
- Renderings
- Interior Design
- Landscape Architecture
- Handicapped Accessibility (ADA)
- Complete Project Specifications
- Civil Design/Engineering
- Structural Design/Engineering
- Mechanical Design/Engineering
- Plumbing Design/Engineering
- Electrical Design/Engineering
- Energy Conservation Design
- Code Compliance
- Design Counseling
- Project Schedule Management
Bidding and Negotiation
During the Bidding Phase, the decisions of who will actually construct the project are made, based on qualifications, experience and cost. Mitchell Associates coordinates the contract preparation, defining how and under what terms each contractor must perform their services.
Bidding & Contract Services
- Prepare & Distribute Bid Packages
- Information Coordination
- Direct Bid Openings
- Review Bids & Qualifications
- Lead Contract Negotiations
- Coordinate with Attorneys
- Contract Preparation
Construction
Our role extends well beyond the design of the project. We actively lead the client though the construction process by communicating with each contractor to provide the necessary information so that the project is built within budget, on schedule, and according to the design documents. We have been builders and understand the process in a way that can only be learned by building.
Construction Services
- Construction Administration
- Evaluate Proposed Building Materials
- Lead On-Site Job Meetings
- Approve As-Builts & Manuals
- Construction Management
- Construction Inspection
- Value Engineering
- Comprehensive Construction Follow-up
- Review & Approve Applications for Payment
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Project Schedule Management