PROJECT DESCRIPTION

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The value engineering study of this 58,231 SF, two-phase, new building included a three story building divided into two wings. The structure is pile supported with concrete floors, and has a roof superstructure with round columns and concrete shear walls.

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This study offered opportunities for lowering project cost; specifically noting foundation systems, building structural systems, mechanical equipment locations, building footprint, and site electrical systems as areas where significant costs may be reduced. 

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​MENG Analysis developed $5,751,000 worth of cast saving proposals.

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Key proposals included:

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• Reuse of demolition materials for fill in lieu of structural support

• Constructing the building out of steel in lieu of concrete

• Changing curtainwall to storefront at the main lobby

• Reduction in scope of the gray water system

• Allowing additional HVAC control systems to reduce overall cost

• Alternative lighting controls using low voltage switching

• Changing the south building to a double loaded corridor