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lever construction planning

Elevate your Company

Outsourcing the Planning

Contract when needed.  Avoid high salaries and overhead expenses.

Immediate Access to Qualified Professionals

Cost-Efficient Outsourcing with All-Inclusive Packages

Eliminate recruitment processes and the risk of make a bad hire

"Give me a LEVER long enough and a fulcrum on which to place it, and I shall move the world."

- Archimedes

What I Do

Owner Representation

Concept and Budget Validation:  Assessment of project viability by aligning initial concepts with budget constraints to establish realistic planning.

Customization of Plans:  Tailoring of architectural and engineering designs to meet specific project needs, delivering unique and functional outcomes.

Conceptual images:  Creation of visual representations to aid communication and refinement of ideas during the early planning stages.

Quality Assurance:  Implementation of quality checklists to ensure project deliverables meet specified standards and expectations.

Zoning Application:  Research local legislation and application submission to secure zoning compliance and necessary project approvals.

Use and Occupation Permits:  Facilitation of permits required for legal use and occupation, including petition for change of use.

Planning

Construction Methods and Cost Optimizations:  Recommendations for efficient construction methods and cost-saving strategies to maximize project value.

Energy Efficiency:  Integration of sustainable solutions to reduce energy consumption and enhance environmental performance.

Projects Review and Determination of Requirements:  Analysis of designs to identify gaps and define clear requirements for successful execution.

Specification Book:  Compilation of product specifications and scope of services to guide execution and ensure quality standards.

BIM Modeling and Clash Detection:  Creation of intelligent 3D models to identify and resolve design conflicts before construction.

Matrix of Responsibilities and Communication Plan:  Development of structured plans to clarify roles and streamline communication among all parties.

Estimates

Parametric Estimate:  Provision of faster cost projections using high-level metrics like historical value per square footage and particular variables.

Assembly Estimate:  Detailed breakdown of costs by project components, providing clarity on material and labor allocations.

Detailed Estimate:  Precise cost calculations based on quoted and accrued expenses to support cost control and feedback loop.

Bidding:  Preparation and management of bid packages to ensure competitive and accurate proposals for project success.

Cost Control

Project Dashboard:  Centralized, real-time overview of project progress, costs, and timelines for effective decision-making.

Purchasing Assistance:  Support on quotations, pricing unlocks, and tracking of deliveries, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials.

Bill Smoothing:  Distribution of project expenses across phases to maintain consistent cash flow and reduce financial pressure.

Payment Records:  Documentation of payments through legally backed receipts to ensure transparency and compliance with contractual obligations.

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About Me

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Otavio Pereira

Estimator and Project Manager

Otavio Pereira is a construction planner and estimator. During his studies in Civil Engineering, his interest in construction planning grew after the realization that finance is a larger problem in construction than execution challenges.

His thesis, "The Application of BIM Software for Quantification of Residential Buildings", landed him in the role of Cost Estimator, where for the next two years alongside a team of engineers and architects planning and estimating multiple residential towers.

Now, as the founder of Lever Construction, Otavio is pursuing ambitious goals in construction planning, striving for excellence at every step. With an unwavering commitment to innovation, he challenges conventional approaches, setting a new standard for project success.

Contact

ADDRESS

Plymouth, MA 02360

EMAIL

[email protected]

PHONE

508-388-2738

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