PROJECTPRO | Procurement & Supply Chain Services

ProjectPro is a procurement consulting company for developers, builders and contractors that specializes in residential and light commercial projects. At ProjectPro we have developed and refined a method of bidding and buying out projects that delivers significant savings while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Whereas the traditional Design-Bid-Build Process results in average project hard costs of $110 per square foot, the ProjectPro Process results in average project hard costs of $92-$95 per square foot. We lower costs for our clients using an innovative approach to analyze on-site labor requirements, eliminate unnecessary mark-ups by purchasing materials directly from manufacturers, reduce waste and identify cost saving opportunities.

The ProjectPro Process is comprehensive and our approach emphasizes assisting all sub-contractors in the bidding process in order to ‘level the playing field.’ All sub-contractors are evaluated based on three key criteria and final selection is based on overall performance across these categories: (1) Competitive Bid Pricing, (2) Project Manager / On-site Supervisor Experience, and (3) Willingness to work cooperatively to produce the greatest overall value for the owner without compromising quality or sacrificing margin & profits.

THE PROJECTPRO GUARANTEE

For every dollar invested in our procurement services, we will save you at least $10 in hard construction costs.

That’s a 10x return on your investment. Guaranteed.

Contact us for a free project cost savings analysis

PROJECTPRO SERVICES

Precise Material Lists

Our precise material lists include all material and labor quantities for both rough & finish.

  • Structural Shell: framing lumber, sheathing, hardware, roof trusses, stucco, exterior trim, roof tile, gutter, downspout, insulation, drywall, doors, and windows
  • Interior Finishes: floor coverings, paint, interior trim, shelving, cabinets, countertops, lock sets, bath hardware, lighting & plumbing fixtures, and appliances

Note: all vertical construction phases

Product Finish Selections

We go through the actual finish product selection process on behalf of our client, which includes all finish products listed below. We assemble an electronic file that contains photos, product descriptions, brand & model (if applicable) and target pricing. The intent is provide as much detail as possible so all sub-contractors are bidding the project consistently.

Finish Products: hardware, siding, roofing, doors & windows, floor coverings, paint, interior trim, shelving, cabinets, countertops, lock sets, bath hardware, lighting & plumbing fixtures, and appliances

Value Engineering

All projects are truly unique and each offers a wide range of opportunity along with the project owner’s willingness to entertain a varying range of suggested project enhancements, so whereas the specific process we use varies accordingly the significant savings it generates for the owner and/or general contractor does not. Contact us to learn how our value engineering assessment can benefit your project.

Bid Package Submittals Management

We provide all Sub-Contractors with Bid Instructions, Product Finish Selections, and a Bid Submittal Worksheet that includes all material & labor quantities. Subs are instructed to provide unit pricing and to identify and provide all ‘Bid Addendum’ items that require additional comment or express concerns with either material lists or product specifications.

Comparative Bid Analysis

 

Our sub-contractor comparative analysis includes a side-by-side comparison of all sub-contractor bids by phase to identify additional areas of opportunity. For example, if material costs vary by bid, then we can assist a sub in his procurement negotiations so his overall bid is more competitive. We also have a consortium of manufacturers that we represent, all of whom aggressively pursue and price multifamily projects. Our strong network of pre-qualified suppliers allows us the opportunity to procure many materials at a lower cost and coordinate the purchase with the subcontractor, resulting in a lower overall project cost.

All procurement and sub-contractor selection services are offered as part of a comprehensive package, limited custom package, or as individual services.

About ProjectPro

ProjectPro is a supply chain and procurement consulting company for builders, developers and contractors that specializes in residential and light commercial construction. We lower costs for our clients using an innovative approach to eliminating waste and unnecessary mark-ups by purchasing materials directly from manufacturers and identifying cost saving opportunities.

We offer a range of services and products, including customized training sessions that are developed specifically for your pre-construction team. all sessions are interactive, hands-on, and designed to teach participants how to implement proven methods that effectively reduce costs without squeezing sub-contractor margins. We customize the training curriculum based on the project(s) your team is currently bidding or buying out and cover the following:

  • How to establish your internal budget based on quantifiable measurements for labor and material
  • How to establish target budgets for all phases to result in a lower overall project cost
  • How intentionally overlapping selective portions for scope of works results in lower costs
  • Why material and labor should always be bid separately