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Adams County Government Center | Colorado

Client

Adams County
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Adams County Government Center | Colorado

Client

Adams County

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

The new Adams County Government Center is aimed to consolidate one of Colorado’s fastest growing counties into one centralized campus that will last 100 years. Phase I, the Administration Building, consists of a 330,000 square feet; 5-story building that will combine employees from 15 departments such as: the Board of County Commissioners, Assessor, Clerk and Recorder, Treasurer, Elections, County Attorney, Planning and Development, Public Works, Veterans Services and the Workforce and Business Center. Environmental sustainability, openness, and security are key factors in engaging the campus with nature and creating a responsive, interactive environment for users and visitors alike.
Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion | Colorado

Client

University of Colorado Hospital
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Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion | Colorado

Client

University of Colorado Hospital

Overview

In 2007, a clinical core expansion to the north side of the existing inpatient tower was completed, consisting of operating rooms, a cardiovascular area, ICU and NICU beds, and common areas. Also included was interior fit-out of floors 7-12 of the shelled space of the inpatient tower for medical/surgical, rehabilitation, pulmonary, bone marrow transplant, oncology and cardiac beds.

Rider Levett Bucknall reviewed individual bid packages, negotiated contracts with the contractor and provided schedule review reports to the hospital, providing administrators with an independent assessment of construction durations and completion dates.
Arizona State University Weatherup Center | Arizona

Client

Gould Evans (Design Architect)
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Arizona State University Weatherup Center | Arizona

Client

Gould Evans (Design Architect)

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

In 2009, Arizona State University opened the doors and the courts of a new 49,000 square foot training facility for the men’s and women’s basketball teams. Weatherup Center—only the sixth basketball practice facility in the NCAA Pac-10—includes two full-size practice courts, coaches’ offices and film rooms, training area, classrooms, storage and equipment rooms.
Armed Forces Retirement Home | Washington, DC

Client

DiMella Shaffer
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Armed Forces Retirement Home | Washington, DC

Client

DiMella Shaffer

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

Built on a historical landscaped campus overlooking the U.S. Capitol, the Armed Forces Retirement Home Washington campus has been home to thousands of former enlisted military since its establishment in 1851. To keep pace with changing needs in senior care, the campus is undergoing much-needed renovations and additions, including the construction of a new health care building and commons. At approximately 162,000 square feet, the new facility will support 36 long term care and 24 memory support residents in addition to providing modern administrative, kitchen, wellness, clinic, library and activity spaces.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided milestone cost estimating services to architect, DiMella Shaffer, throughout design and development of the project’s bridging documents. ”
National Center for Atmospheric Research Supercomputing Center | Wyoming

Client

H+L Architecture
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National Center for Atmospheric Research Supercomputing Center | Wyoming

Client

H+L Architecture

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Scheduling

Overview

The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) and its managing organization, the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) are are collaborating to construct a supercomputing center dedicated to advancing scientists’ understanding of climate, weather and other Earth and atmospheric processes. The 150,000 square foot facility will contain some of the world’s most powerful supercomputers as well as a premier data storage and archival facility.

Rider Levett Bucknall prepared the initial construction budget and provided milestone estimates throughout design. We also developed the overall project schedule, established dates and durations for the major design and construction activities and material procurement dates.
Bank of America Fit-out | Massachusetts

Client

Gensler
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Bank of America Fit-out | Massachusetts

Client

Gensler

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

Spread over six floors of an iconic high-rise in Boston, are newly renovated offices for financial services company, Bank of America. Occupying over 200,000 square feet, the reconfigured and redesigned office now provides quality, customer-facing office space, state-of-the-art business support facilities and a new conference center. As the top floor of the lower podium of the building, the windowed conference center provides clear views of the surrounding Boston Financial District.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost management services to Gensler throughout the design phase of the project, including evaluation of several design alternatives. The firm prepared independent milestone estimates of the construction cost and reconciled the budget with the project’s Construction Manager.
Barnstable Municipal Airport | Massachusetts

Client

AECOM
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Barnstable Municipal Airport | Massachusetts

Client

AECOM

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

With design features reminiscent of the old military aircraft hangars scattered throughout the Cape region, the new 34,500 square foot terminal building at the Barnstable Municipal Airport (HYA) will accommodate ticketing areas, baggage claim and baggage make-up facilities, a gift shop, a restaurant, passenger and baggage screening areas, secure and non-secure holding rooms and offices for airline, airport management and Transportation Security Administration personnel. The terminal is designed to LEED® Silver standards.
Barrow Replacement Hospital | Alaska

Client

Arctic Slope Native Association
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Barrow Replacement Hospital | Alaska

Client

Arctic Slope Native Association

Services Provided

Market Analysis, Cost Estimating, Project Management

Overview

A new 100,000 square foot hospital facility is being constructed to serve the 5,000 residents of Barrow, Alaska, the northernmost community in the U.S. At four times the size of the facility it’s replacing, Barrow Hospital will feature primary and specialty care areas, a full pharmacy, laboratory, therapy space, emergency department, dental department and other health spaces. Because of the unique conditions of the landscape, the building will be constructed on pilings, supporting the building three feet off the ground to prevent heat loss and allow air to pass beneath the building.

Since an initial Market Analysis Study in 2006, Rider Levett Bucknall have provided cost consulting services throughout the design process and have now been commissioned to provide full project management and contract administration services on the project.
Benaroya Concert Hall | Washington

Client

LMN Architects
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Benaroya Concert Hall | Washington

Client

LMN Architects

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

The Benaroya Concert Hall accommodates two performing halls in a complex that is thoroughly integrated into downtown Seattle. The rectangular form of the 2,500-seat S Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium and the circular Samuel and Althea Stroum Grand Lobby that surrounds it are at the center of the site. The project also includes a block-long glass-enclosed arcade along Third Avenue which was designed to link the building’s various components and offer additional retail space.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost estimating services.
Blackstone Hotel Renovation | Illinois

Client

Sage Hospitality Resources
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Blackstone Hotel Renovation | Illinois

Client

Sage Hospitality Resources

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Change Order Reviews

Overview

Known as the “Hotel of Presidents” and one of Chicago’s best examples of Modern Beaus-Arts architecture, the Blackstone Hotel, underwent a $125 million, full-scale historic renovation beginning in 2005 and reopened its doors as The Blackstone a Renaissance Hotel in March of 2008. The renovation resulted in 332 rooms, 12 suites, and 13,230 square feet of meeting space. The 23-story hotel is now equipped with a health club and business center.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided independent cost advisory services to the client which included construction cost estimates and independent peer reviews of select change order proposals submitted by the contractor.
Bourbon Steak at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess | Arizona

Client

Strategic Hotels and Resorts
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Bourbon Steak at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess | Arizona

Client

Strategic Hotels and Resorts

Services Provided

Project Management

Overview

The Scottsdale Fairmont Princess, a AAA Five-Diamond luxury resort complex, underwent an extensive capital improvement program throughout the property. The scope included construction of Bourbon Steak, an upscale American steakhouse by award winning Chef Michael Mina.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided proactive and hands-on project management services, and delivered this project, in addition to several others on the property, within an extraordinarily short schedule. All projects were completed on schedule, despite a directive to change construction teams mid-stream and evolving design changes throughout the construction period.
Burlingame Ranch Affordable Housing | Colorado

Client

City of Aspen
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Burlingame Ranch Affordable Housing | Colorado

Client

City of Aspen

Services Provided

Cost Management, Project Management

Overview

The City of Aspen is developing a large-scale multifamily affordable housing project at Burlingame Ranch in Aspen, Colorado. Phase I of the affordable housing development is complete and includes a total of 84 one, two and three bedroom townhome units in fifteen buildings, plus seven single-family residential lots. Phase II will consist of an additional 167 units, including 161 multifamily units in fifteen buildings, plus six single family homes, three parks and an integrated recreational trail system.

An extension of city’s internal project staff for Phase II of the project, Rider Levett Bucknall is responsible for managing cost, schedule, consultant contracts, project documentation, public outreach, and implementation of a strategic work plan to deliver the project within the project budget and schedule.
Central DuPage Hospital Bed Pavilion, Illinois

Client

Cadence Health
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Central DuPage Hospital Bed Pavilion, Illinois

Client

Cadence Health

Services Provided

Activation and transition program management

Overview

RLB│Garrison coordinated the purchase and delivery of all FF&E by working with numerous stakeholders to prepare for operational occupancy of Cadence Health’s new bed tower.

Working with Cadence Purchasing and vendors RLB│Garrison ensured all assets were delivered, installed, tested, training completed, and all functions are in place to ensure a patient risk free opening.

RLB│Garrison developed and managed a comprehensive hospital loading and activation schedule, task team structure encompassing all loading, commissioning and activation work plans and activities, and the patient move schedule and team.
Central DuPage Hospital, Illinois

Client

Cadence Health
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Central DuPage Hospital, Illinois

Client

Cadence Health

Services Provided

Program management, project management

Overview

RLB│Garrison acted as program and project manager for the Central DuPage Hospital expansion and transformation of its Winfield, Illinois campus into a state-of-the-art medical center known for its cardiac care and orthopedics facilities. As project manager, RLB│Garrison was responsible for implementing a Facilities Enhancement Plan that constituted the third largest and most complex Certificate of Need issued in the history of Illinois, as the transformation would take place in an occupied facility and occur in multiple phases.

New buildings on the campus included the Ambulatory Services Pavilion for medical office suites and outpatient hospital services, two new parking structures, a storm water retention pond, gas farm relocation, a new campus access route and other site improvements.
Chandler Heights Police Substation and Environmental Educational Center | Arizona

Client

Deutsch Architecture Group
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Chandler Heights Police Substation and Environmental Educational Center | Arizona

Client

Deutsch Architecture Group

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

Showcasing a collaborative effort among three City departments: Municipal Utilities, Police and Community Services, the Chandler Heights Police Substation and Environmental Educational Center was shaped by the idea that hands-on education can transform attitudes and actions. The 38,000 square foot structure provides a multi-generational, interactive environmental education facility incorporating arts and crafts areas, a nature discovery room, exhibit areas and classrooms, all designed to enhance awareness on subjects related to the environment, ‘green’ living, water conservation, and other outdoor topics. The award-winning project also includes a police substation.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided independent cost estimating services to Deutsch Architecture Group for the mechanical systems of the project.
Chuan Body + Soul Spa at the Langham Hotel | Massachusetts

Client

TRO/Jung Brannen
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Chuan Body + Soul Spa at the Langham Hotel | Massachusetts

Client

TRO/Jung Brannen

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

The Langham Hotel Boston, recently unveiled its newly renovated Chuan Body + Soul spa, completed on budget with the help of Rider Levett Bucknall’s cost managers. The spa provides massage rooms, a fitness studio, swimming pool, whirlpool and sauna.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided milestone cost estimating services including the evaluation of several design alternatives to assist the owner in selecting the final design.
Denver Botanic Gardens Revitalization | Colorado

Client

Tryba Architects
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Denver Botanic Gardens Revitalization | Colorado

Client

Tryba Architects

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

The Denver Botanic Garden’s Master Plan addresses the programmatic and physical elements of the York Street Campus, illustrating conceptual designs for long-term development of the gardens and supporting facilities. Additional supporting facilities on the boards include several new greenhouses, a new pedestrian bridge, a visitor services building, a café, a library and a new 150-vehicle parking structure. The existing 47,000 square foot iconic conservatory will undergo a renovation to help ensure that the Denver Botanic Gardens remains recognizable.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided conceptual cost estimating services to establish project budgets for the significant campus improvement plan which assisted in establishing funding needs for the redevelopment.
Digital Media Incubator & Film Production Studio | California

Client

Arquitectonica
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Digital Media Incubator & Film Production Studio | California

Client

Arquitectonica

Overview

The sleek 28,000 square foot Digital Media Center for Santa Ana Community College features a two-story welcome center, a business incubator for developing digital media businesses, classrooms, and production facilities for Santa Ana College TV/Video department and SAC-TV.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost estimating services at the construction documents phase of pre-construction. Our estimate provided the design team and Owner with an accurate budget to compare with solicited bids, ensuring a more fair and reasonable tender outcome to the bid process.
Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City | Missouri

Client

Ellerbe Becket
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Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City | Missouri

Client

Ellerbe Becket

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Cost Reconciliation

Overview

The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City building comprises an eleven-level office tower above a three-level operations center with a seventy-foot, below grade vault and a remote vehicle inspection facility.

Rider Levett Bucknall developed the construction budget very early in the programming and concept design phase of the project. Because we understand the complexity of designing a visible federal structure post 9-11, we effectively priced the optimum levels of force protection for the structure and advised on cost impacts of standoff distances and the placement of blast and ballistic-proof glazing.
Four Seasons Hotel and Residences | Colorado

Client

Confluence Builders LLC / 1111 Tower LLC
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Four Seasons Hotel and Residences | Colorado

Client

Confluence Builders LLC / 1111 Tower LLC

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

The new 850,000 square foot, high-rise project is the tallest building to be built in Denver since the 1980’s and will be donned the tallest residential tower and fourth highest building in the city. The Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences comprises of 45 floors of 102 luxury residential units over 239 hotel guest rooms. In the last year 46,119 tons of concrete, 2,450 tons of reinforcing steel and 200 tons of post-tensioning cable have been used on the project.

Rider Levett Bucknall undertook a peer review of the general contractor’s general conditions and requirements. Since the contractor chose to self-perform the cast-in-place concrete structure, a significant cost component of the project, Rider Levett Bucknall prepared an independent quantity take-off and estimate to compare and reconcile with their submitted cost proposal.
Harvard & Highland Luxury Condominium Residences | Washington

Client

Goodman Real Estate
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Harvard & Highland Luxury Condominium Residences | Washington

Client

Goodman Real Estate

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Cost Reconciliation

Overview

Completed in 2010, this private gated enclave of luxury condominiums rests on a tree-lined street in Seattle’s North Capitol Hill. Boutique buildings feature concrete, steel, and masonry construction for durability, beauty and relevance to the surrounding neighborhood of the Harvard-Belmont Historic District. Thirty-eight grand condominium residences range from 1,635 to 3,745 square feet and offer residents coffered ceilings, hardwood flooring, spacious living spaces, and gourmet kitchens set among lushly landscaped courtyards with water features.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided Goodman Real Estate with a constructability review and construction cost estimates. During bidding, Rider Levett Bucknall reconciled estimates with contractor bids to determine fair pricing.
Hawaii Convention Center | Hawaii

Client

Hawaii Tourism Authority
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Hawaii Convention Center | Hawaii

Client

Hawaii Tourism Authority

Services Provided

Site Selection, Cost Estimating, Preconstruction Project Management, Project Monitoring, Close-out Project Management

Overview

The state-of-the-art convention center for the State of Hawaii boasts a 200,000 sq ft exhibition hall with drive-on floor access and 350 pounds per square foot floor load capacity. The center also contains 149,768 square feet of meeting space, a registration lobby, a ballroom, meeting rooms, two theaters with tiered seating, and a production kitchen. The center is topped with a 2.5 acre landscaped rooftop garden.

During development Rider Levett Bucknall worked directly for the owner to establish a construction budget and schedule for the project. We provided technical assistance to the State of Hawaii with selection of a site and of a design-builder. During both the design and construction phases, Rider Levett Bucknall managed cost and schedule issues. Rider Levett Bucknall continues to conduct annual facility condition assessments and provide critical guidance to the management company and the State.
Herberger Theater Center, Phoenix

Client

Gould Evans Associates
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Herberger Theater Center, Phoenix

Client

Gould Evans Associates

Services Provided

Cost Management

Overview

Built in 1989 in the heart of downtown Phoenix, the Herberger Theater Center re-opened in the fall of 2010 after undergoing an extensive $12 million renovation. The original 63,000 sq ft cultural facility houses 800-seat, 330-seat, and 120-seat theaters and public amenity space. New features include refurbished theater seating, new house finishes and lighting, new stage floors, ADA and back-of-house upgrades, and new signage and wayfinding. A new donor lounge and balcony was added to the second floor art gallery, while the public amenities received new finishes, furnishings, and specialty lighting.

During design, Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost management services to the project architect, Gould Evans Associates, LC.
Hilton Grand Waikikian | Hawaii

Client

Hilton Worldwide
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Hilton Grand Waikikian | Hawaii

Client

Hilton Worldwide

Services Provided

Project Management

Overview

Completed in late 2008, The Grand Waikikian is a new 38-story, multi-million dollar luxury time-share tower located at the entrance to Waikiki on the island of Oahu. This development included significant demolition of existing structures, utility relocations and upgrades within an operating resort.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided complete project management services for the preconstruction and construction of this development. Despite the project’s complexity and a late construction start, Rider Levett Bucknall’s aggressive and proactive approach to schedule and budget management resulted in completion $9 million under budget and two months ahead of schedule.
Hilton Kings’ Land, Phase I | Hawaii

Client

Hilton Grand Vacations
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Hilton Kings’ Land, Phase I | Hawaii

Client

Hilton Grand Vacations

Services Provided

Project Management

Overview

Phase I of the Kings’ Land timeshare resort was completed in June 2010 with the public opening of the final two timeshare buildings. This first phase of construction on the sprawling Hilton Grand Vacations Club property at Waikoloa Beach Resort included construction of ten timeshare buildings with a total of 198 one-, two- and three-bedroom units. Phase I also included an Operations Center sized to serve the entire project build-out and a Village Center comprised of the Clubhouse, bistro, bar, fitness center, game room and day care activities center. When all five planned phases are completed, there will be a total of 802 timeshare units.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided project management services for Phase I development and off-site improvements. We oversaw the pre-contract, construction, and post-construction phases and our work includes obtaining subdivision approvals, onsite and offsite infrastructure and road improvements in addition to project oversight.
Hotel 1000 at Madison Tower | Washington

Client

Murray Franklyn
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Hotel 1000 at Madison Tower | Washington

Client

Murray Franklyn

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Constructability Review

Overview

The new Madison Tower comprises of a 24-story building with 47 luxury condominiums above a 14-floor, 120-room luxury boutique hotel. Located on the top 10 floors, the condominiums will range in size from 845 to 3,850 square feet. Condominium owners can take advantage wine storage, private roof-top patio, dog park and all hotel amenities. Hotel 1000 will feature a restaurant, full-service spa, fitness center, about 7,000 square feet of meeting and event space, and a landscaped outdoor event patio.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost estimating services and a constructability review for the developer.
Hyatt Center, Illinois

Client

Pritzker Realty Group, LLC.
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Hyatt Center, Illinois

Client

Pritzker Realty Group, LLC.

Services Provided

Owner’s representative

Overview

RLB│Garrison served as Owner’s Representative for design and construction of building common areas and tenant space plus construction contract oversight, close-out and building commissioning. An award-winning landmark building, Hyatt Center anchors Chicago’s west Loop and serves as headquarters to Hyatt Corporation,

Designed by celebrated architects Pei Cobb Freed & Partners, the building’s spectacular three-story lobby merges indoor with outdoor spaces, creating a true urban retreat. The project was awarded the Chicago Sun Times’ Development of the Year in 2005.
Indiana Convention Center | Indiana

Client

RATIO Architects
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Indiana Convention Center | Indiana

Client

RATIO Architects

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

The existing Indiana Convention Center is undertaking its fifth expansion by the addition of 800,000 square feet of exhibition, pre-function and meeting space. Upon completion, the Convention Center will enhance its ability to host conventions and tradeshows benefiting both the City of Indianapolis and the State of Indiana and will function as a focal point for business and entertainment attractions and a gateway to a new football stadium.

During design, Rider Levett Bucknall prepared elemental cost estimates to parallel the estimates prepared by the Construction Manager (CM) and participated in reconciliation of the estimates. After the Schematic Design phase, Rider Levett Bucknall’s estimate was within 0.4% the CM’s estimate.
Inn of the Mountain Gods | New Mexico

Client

Mescalero Apache Tribe
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Inn of the Mountain Gods | New Mexico

Client

Mescalero Apache Tribe

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Project Management

Overview

The expanded Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino complex comprises a 277-room hotel, a casino with 1,000 slot machines and 34 table games, an exhibition center and a shelled-in spa.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost consulting and project management services throughout the life of the project, making recommendations on the most effective use of funds, enhancing control of the scope of work, and utilizing the best use of individual project team members’ expertise.
Irvine Valley College Performing Arts Center | California

Client

Gould Evans (Design Architect)
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Irvine Valley College Performing Arts Center | California

Client

Gould Evans (Design Architect)

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

Completed in 2007, this state of the art Performing Arts Center serves the theatre, music and dance programs at Irvine Valley College and provides a venue for visiting artists and feature performances. At the physical heart of the building is a 400-seat main theatre with a single-level balcony that wraps around the orchestra pit, creating a close audience experience. The facility includes an additional 200-seat theater, a small music hall, dressing rooms, costume shop, design scene shop, green room, box office, design lab and music lab.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided milestone cost estimates during design. We worked closely with the design team to reconcile project costs at each milestone stage and assisted value engineering efforts by pricing various options.
JW Marriott at Cherry Creek | Colorado

Client

Sunstone Hotel Investors
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JW Marriott at Cherry Creek | Colorado

Client

Sunstone Hotel Investors

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

The JW Marriott Hotel in Cherry Creek North comprises a nine-story tower of 191 guest rooms over two levels of restaurant, back of house, and guest services areas. A grand central staircase leads from the lobby to the second floor which accommodates conference spaces, dining facilities, fitness center, and salon and spa.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided independent cost advisory services to the developer including validating the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) submitted by the contractor and confirming that the proposed scope of work met the Marriott design guidelines.
Kyrene Water Administrative Building | Arizona

Client

Deutsch Associates Architects
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Kyrene Water Administrative Building | Arizona

Client

Deutsch Associates Architects

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

Completed in 2007, the Kyrene Water Administrative Building is the two-story, 23,000 square foot maintenance, administrative, conference and office complex serving the City of Tempe. The project features numerous sustainable design components such as the roofing system, insulation and exterior walls which are constructed from recycled household products including Styrofoam trays and aluminum cans. Natural lighting and an innovative HVAC design affords significant energy savings as well as optimized comfort and flexibility for occupants.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost estimating services to the design team.
Lake Washington School District | Washington

Client

Lake Washington School District
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Lake Washington School District | Washington

Client

Lake Washington School District

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Life Cycle Costing

Overview

Covering 76 square miles and supporting close to 24,000 students, Lake Washington School District, which manages 3.2 million square feet of building property, including 51 elementary, junior high, and high schools.

Since 2007, Rider Levett Bucknall has been working with the District to develop a Life Cycle Cost model for its medium- and long-range bond planning. Populated using operating and maintenance data from several schools that have been recently constructed, the model forecast that capital expenditure of $2.1 million could result in a savings of nearly $25 million over the 50 year life cycle of the property. If applied to determine design decision for future schools, this model can save the district approximately $650 million in operational, maintenance and replacement costs over 50 years.
Larkspur Hospitality | California

Client

Larkspur Hospitality
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Larkspur Hospitality | California

Client

Larkspur Hospitality

Services Provided

Cost Consulting, Project Management, Scheduling

Overview

Larkspur Hospitality Hotels recently acquired the Cartwright (now Larkspur Hotel, Union Square), Monticello (now Hotel AbRi) and Villa Florence hotels and promptly invested roughly $4 million in each property for renovations. Various upgrades at the properties included enclosure of stairs and/or elevators, ADA room reconfigurations/guest room and bathroom remodels, ground floor lobby renovation, seismic upgrades, and exterior and interior renovations.

Rider Levett Bucknall understands the operational needs of hotels and recognizes the importance working with hotel staff to select the best construction sequencing plan that minimizes the impact on hotel operations. Rider Levett Bucknall provided project management, cost management and scheduling services for the renovations at all three properties as an extension of Larkspur’s internal staff.
Macallen Building | Massachusetts

Client

Pappas Enterprises
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Macallen Building | Massachusetts

Client

Pappas Enterprises

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Value Engineering, Cost Reconciliation

Overview

The Macallen Building, a 13-story residential building located in Boston, Massachusetts, incorporates 144 condominium units, structured parking, and a sustainable ‘green roof.’ Built using eco-friendly structural materials and sustainable design practices, the Macallen Building is the first residential building in Boston to be LEED® Certified by the U.S. Green Building Council.

In our role as Cost Manager, Rider Levett Bucknall prepared elemental quantity take-offs at the design development phase and assisted the client in identifying alternative methods of design and construction through Value Engineering methods. Rider Levett Bucknall then coordinated negotiations with the Contractor and owner to establish a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP).
Meadowlands Stadium | New Jersey

Client

New Meadowlands Stadium Corporation
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Meadowlands Stadium | New Jersey

Client

New Meadowlands Stadium Corporation

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Change Order Reviews

Overview

The 2.1 million square foot New Meadowlands Stadium occupies 40 acres and, when built, was the second-largest stadium in the NFL. As the permanent shared home for both the New York Giants and the New York Jets NFL franchises, the stadium will seat 82,500 fans within an intimate seating bowl, including 10,000 club-level seats and approximately 200 luxury suites. The new facility will boast improved parking and transit options, enhanced tailgating opportunities, a new plaza radiating from the stadium filled with fan-centric activities, and cutting edge sound and signage.

Rider Levett Bucknall prepared early stage conceptual cost estimates to address the financial impact of proposed construction alternatives. During construction, Rider Levett Bucknall monitored contractor change order requests, which often involved the development of independent cost estimates to compare with the contractor’s, or the review of the contractor’s estimate along with comments and suggested adjustments.
MGM CityCenter | Nevada

Client

Cost Estimating, Change Order Reviews
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MGM CityCenter | Nevada

Client

Cost Estimating, Change Order Reviews

Overview

CityCenter Las Vegas is a large-scale, multi-use development located on 67 acres of the famous Las Vegas Strip. The project consists of the ARIA Resort and Casino, a 4,004-room gaming resort; three luxurious non-gaming hotels including Mandarin Oriental, Vdara and Veer Towers which include approximately 2,400 residences. The property also includes retail and entertainment spaces, theater, spa, parking garage and an on-site power plant.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost consulting services throughout this project. In the early stages, our cost estimates and advice helped guide the design process to achieve budget targets. As the project progressed into construction, we evaluated non-conforming work and ensured that MGM Mirage received credits from the general contractor prior to settlement of the final account.
Military Communities | Hawaii, Washington

Client

Trimont Real Estate Advisors
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Military Communities | Hawaii, Washington

Client

Trimont Real Estate Advisors

Services Provided

Feasibility Studies, Construction Monitoring

Overview

Rider Levett Bucknall began working with TriMont in 2004 with a commission to provide construction monitoring and cost management services on the Halsey Terrace Navy housing development in Hawaii. Since then we have provided similar services on five other similar developments in Hawaii and the Pacific Northwest to total 2,900 new and renovated homes as well as several community centers.

Prior to construction, Rider Levett Bucknall reviewed and confirmed construction costs, schedule and contract documents to confirm viability. Our work then continued on throughout the construction process to monitor the progress of construction and ensure that the work in place is equivalent to the work invoiced. Specifically Rider Levett Bucknall reviewed pay applications and change orders, conducted monthly site inspections and compiled monthly progress reports.
Money Store National Headquarters, California

Client

Money Store Inc.
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Money Store National Headquarters, California

Client

Money Store Inc.

Services Provided

Owner’s representative, project management

Overview

The Money Store National Headquarters in Sacramento, California is a unique 400,000 square foot addition to the West bank of the Sacramento river. Design orientation of the building is based on the principles of feng shui. In addition, the exterior of the building employs a “one time” laminate glazing system along with a viscous damping addition to the structural system to address seismic activity. The power and mystery of the great Sumerian Ziggurat at Ur pyramid served as inspiration for the owner in influencing the building’s design.
Mt. Rainier National Park Paradise Inn and Visitor Center | Washington

Client

Fletcher Farr Ayotte Inc
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Mt. Rainier National Park Paradise Inn and Visitor Center | Washington

Client

Fletcher Farr Ayotte Inc

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

At 5,400 feet, renovation of the Mount Rainier Paradise Inn historic grand lodge to meet current structural and ADA accessibility requirements and construction of a new 20,100 square foot visitor’s center was challenging, at best.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost estimating services to the design team for both distinctive structures. The construction costs for this project were affected by the challenges of working at such a high elevation, including extreme temperature and heavy snowload. In the estimates, Rider Levett Bucknall took into account the delicate natural environment with special consideration of everything from design elements to transportation of materials to the site, so that the design team and, subsequently, the owner were well aware of all possible costs and potential scheduling conflicts.
Northern Arizona University Applied Research and Development Building | Arizona

Client

Burns Wald-Hopkins
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Northern Arizona University Applied Research and Development Building | Arizona

Client

Burns Wald-Hopkins

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

The Applied Research and Development Building at Northern Arizona University’s Flagstaff campus consolidates much of the University and community research activities, as well as providing wet and dry labs for commercial use. In keeping with the University’s environmental focus, this building achieved LEED® Platinum Certification through the U.S. Green Building Council.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost estimates during design. Because of Rider Levett Bucknall’s role as a third party cost advisor, the client was able to complete the project within the capital expenditure limitations established by the University.
Northern Arizona University Business Administration Building | Arizona

Client

Jacobs (formerly Carter Burgess)
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Northern Arizona University Business Administration Building | Arizona

Client

Jacobs (formerly Carter Burgess)

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, RElifing

Overview

Northern Arizona University’s College of Business Administration building offers a unique learning environment designed to encourage interaction between students and faculty. The facility incorporates classroom seating for 1,000 students, 60 faculty offices, a career resource library, and a 200-seat auditorium for both the college and the local community. The building was designed to achieve LEED Silver Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided milestone cost estimates, reconciled project costs and assisted Value Engineering efforts by pricing various options. Because of Rider Levett Bucknall’s role as a third party cost advisor; the client was able to complete the project within the capital expenditure limitations established by the owner.
Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Prentice Women’s Hospital, Illinois

Client

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Prentice Women’s Hospital, Illinois

Client

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Services Provided

Activation and transition program management

Overview

RLB│Garrison led an alliance which included The Carter Group and Walsh Consulting Group to procure and install all Group 2 and non-medical equipment and FF&E at the new Prentice Women’s Hospital in Chicago. The team was also responsible for building loading, equipment commissioning and certification, asset management, site logistics and patient relocation from the old hospital.

Through aggressive bidding and cost negotiations, the alliance was able to bring the project to closure at millions of dollars below budget and on schedule despite the absence of a functional loading dock.
Oregon Department of Forestry Headquarters | Oregon

Client

SRG Partnership
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Oregon Department of Forestry Headquarters | Oregon

Client

SRG Partnership

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Value Engineering, Cost Reconciliation

Overview

Situated on a historic 10.5-acre campus in Salem is the Oregon Department of Forestry’s 52,960 square foot headquarters building. The structure, built to house operations and public services offices, was designed to be compatible with the existing State Forester’s Office and surrounding grounds and stone walls that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In some places, materials were salvaged from existing buildings for use on the new structures. Because of the sustainable and ecological design, the structure earned a Silver LEED® Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost management assistance to the Architect and Owner to ensure the LEED® Certification goals were realized, while still adhering to a strict budget. To do this, we implemented Value Engineering sessions to evaluate the program with regards to initial capital expenditure and whole life performance, quality, and operating costs.
Parkview Regional Medical Center, Indiana

Client

Parkview Health
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Parkview Regional Medical Center, Indiana

Client

Parkview Health

Services Provided

Activation and transition program management

Overview

RLB│Garrison and The Carter Group are providing move coordination and building load readiness for the new Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Carter and RLB│Garrison have developed and are currently implementing a comprehensive building and patient readiness master schedule, participated in FF&E deliveries, installations, testing and commissioning management, and developed and managed the move of patient-related equipment during the migrations of patients into the new hospital.

Construction began in September 2008 and the hospital is opening Spring of 2012.
PGE Park Renovation | Oregon

Client

City of Portland
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PGE Park Renovation | Oregon

Client

City of Portland

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Cost Monitoring

Overview

Due for completion shortly before the Portland Timbers first home game on April 14th, 2011, PGE Park’s $31 million renovation and expansion will house the country’s newest Major League Soccer team. Improvements to the venue will reconfigure the park to MLS requirements and increase seating capacity to 24,000. New features include a public plaza entrance, a new covered 4,000 seat stand with sit-down restaurant, family decks, and a 12,000 square foot sports rehabilitation clinic.

Rider Levett Bucknall is providing cost management services to the City of Portland for all pre-construction and construction-related cost verification.
Phoenix Children's Hospital | Arizona

Client

Phoenix Children's Hospital
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Phoenix Children's Hospital | Arizona

Client

Phoenix Children's Hospital

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Feasibility Study, Dispute Review Board

Overview

A $588 million, 1.1 million square foot expansion is set to transform the existing Phoenix Children’s Hospital into a world-class pediatric medical campus that will set a new standard in children’s healthcare. Included in the project are an 11-story patient tower, a highly-visible main entry boulevard, renovations to existing outpatient facilities, an increase to 632 licensed beds, a new Level 1 Trauma Center, beautifully landscaped grounds, and parking facilities for staff and the public.

Rider Levett Bucknall was hired directly by the owner to provide third party cost estimating and feasibility studies for each phase of the project on the Thomas Campus as well as for upgrades, additions and renovations to the five additional locations of Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Rider Levett Bucknall Corporate Counsel, has also been appointed to the project’s Dispute Review Board to help solve project disputes should any arise during construction.
Phoenix College Fine Arts Building and Maintenance and Operations Complex | Arizona

Client

DLR Group
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Phoenix College Fine Arts Building and Maintenance and Operations Complex | Arizona

Client

DLR Group

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Cost Reconciliation

Overview

Maricopa County Community College District – one of the largest community college districts in the U.S. – recently completed development of a new Fine Arts building and Maintenance and Operations Complex for the Phoenix College campus. The 28,000 square foot Fine Arts building provides studio space, general purpose classrooms, faculty and support spaces, a gallery and gift shop, and outdoor learning spaces while the 8,500 square foot Maintenance and Operations Complex provides new space for craft maintenance shops, shipping and receiving functions, custodial storage, grounds maintenance and equipment storage, maintenance and administrative offices, as well as a large outdoor storage compound.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost consultancy services to DLR Group throughout design, including cost modeling, cost studies for alternate design concepts, milestone cost estimating and cost reconciliation with the Construction Manager at Risk.
Phoenix Convention Center Expansion | Arizona

Client

Leo A Daly / Populous
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Phoenix Convention Center Expansion | Arizona

Client

Leo A Daly / Populous

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Value Engineering, Scheduling

Overview

The Phoenix Convention Center expansion provides a spacious, high-tech and client-friendly facility with approximately 2.7 million square feet total. Adding 570,000 square feet of meeting and exhibition space, the new facilities provide three times the amount of space on the same site as the original buildings. The Phoenix Convention Center is now one of the top 20 convention centers in the United States in terms of size.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost estimating services, change order analysis and scheduling advice throughout design and construction. Current Rider Levett Bucknall staff previously served on the convention center’s management team, overseeing the expansion program through planning, design and construction phases. Rider Levett Bucknall staff also served as management consultants for the project, preparing for occupancy and opening.
Phoenix Symphony Hall | Arizona

Client

Leo A Daly / Populous
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Phoenix Symphony Hall | Arizona

Client

Leo A Daly / Populous

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

Concurrent with Phase 1 of the Phoenix Convention Center expansion, neighboring Phoenix Symphony Hall underwent a $20 million renovation. Home to the Phoenix Symphony, Arizona Opera and Ballet Arizona, Phoenix Symphony Hall now features better accessibility for physically challenged patrons; an expanded lobby; improved accessibility to the box office; all new seats; new carpeting and wall finishes; a new roof; and new quieter air conditioning and heating system.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided multiple concept estimates for design alternatives to assist the City of Phoenix in selecting the best design concept.
Port of Portland Headquarters/ Long-Term Parking Garage | Oregon

Client

Port of Portland
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Port of Portland Headquarters/ Long-Term Parking Garage | Oregon

Client

Port of Portland

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Cost Reconciliation

Overview

Completed in 2010, the Port of Portland headquarters consolidated all major Port departments into one, 205,000 gross square foot building. The structure consists of three floors of office space atop seven floors of public airport parking. The garage has a total of 3,500 parking spaces and features pedestrian and utility tunnels, elevators, walkways, and utilities.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost estimating services to the Port of Portland and worked closely with ZGF Architects LLP throughout multiple phases of design. Services also included peer review estimates and reconciliation with the contractor’s bid estimates.
Portland State University Shattuck Hall Renovation | Oregon

Client

SRG Partnership
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Portland State University Shattuck Hall Renovation | Oregon

Client

SRG Partnership

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Value Engineering

Overview

Originally constructed in 1914, Portland State University’s Shattuck Hall got a $13.9 million facelift in 2008. Renovation of the 95-year-old building intentionally exposed new and original systems amidst state-of-the-art upgrades including a metal and concrete shop, a kiln foundry, model-making room, computer lab, architecture studio, and other interior and exterior structural improvements. Sustainable design features are projected to save an average of $13,000 in operational costs and resulted in a LEED® Gold rating from the U.S. Green Building Council.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided independent cost reviews at design milestones to cross check and reconcile with the budgets prepared by the CM/GC. We also assisted with value engineering and the costing of various additive alternates throughout design.
Prudential Plaza, Illinois

Client

Prudential Insurance Company of America
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Prudential Plaza, Illinois

Client

Prudential Insurance Company of America

Services Provided

Owner’s representative, tenant coordination

Overview

RLB│Garrison served exclusively as the Owner’s Representative to the Prudential Insurance Company of America for the design and construction of the Prudential Plaza project in Chicago’s East Loop. This assignment spanned ten years and included the construction of a new 64 story office tower, the shell and core renovation of the existing historic 41-0story building, and the coordination of 2,000,000 square feet of retail and tenant projects.
Regional Biocontainment Laboratory | New Jersey

Client

University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
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Regional Biocontainment Laboratory | New Jersey

Client

University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Value Engineering

Overview

The Regional Biocontainment Laboratory is a 35,000 square foot, state of the art lab capable of research projects requiring the highest levels of bio-containment security involving virulent biological strains. Much of the design is unique and employs construction materials and methodologies designed to maintain strict control of all air movement within the building, including wall thicknesses, sealants, and electronic monitoring systems.

Rider Levett Bucknall was commissioned directly by UMDNJ to perform detailed independent construction cost estimates during design for comparison to the contractor’s estimates. We were also asked to estimate the value of each Value Engineering opportunity which had been identified during workshops.
Royal Hawaiian Hotel | Hawaii

Client

Kyo-ya Management Company
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Royal Hawaiian Hotel | Hawaii

Client

Kyo-ya Management Company

Services Provided

Project Management

Overview

Known as the ‘Pink Palace of the Pacific,’ the Royal Hawaiian Hotel is not only one of the most recognizable and historical landmarks in Waikiki, it is also one of the most luxurious destinations on Oahu. In December 2008, after an accelerated seven month construction schedule, a major renovation was completed on the property which included upgrades to the porte cochere, the addition of a new world-class pool deck, a new fine dining beachfront restaurant, and modernization of 350 of the unique guestrooms and suites.

As project and cost manager, Rider Levett Bucknall was successful in maintaining the strict phasing plans while accelerating the fast tracked schedule and controlling project costs.
Rumfire at the Sheraton Waikiki | Hawaii

Client

Kyo-ya Management Company
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Rumfire at the Sheraton Waikiki | Hawaii

Client

Kyo-ya Management Company

Services Provided

Cost Consulting, Project Management

Overview

At the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel on Waikiki Beach, an existing dark, enclosed food service space was gutted and rebuilt into a hip, light and airy bar and restaurant which opened to rave reviews in 2008. The renovation exposed windows that had been previously covered up and added fire pits and a unique curved display kitchen where guests can watch their tapas being prepared.

Rider Levett Bucknall is providing cost management and project management services to the client for the RumFire bar as well as for construction of new restrooms for the lobby and casual dining restaurant, Ingredients.
San Diego County Medical Examiner and Forensic Center | California

Client

Harley Ellis Devereaux Architects
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San Diego County Medical Examiner and Forensic Center | California

Client

Harley Ellis Devereaux Architects

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Value Engineering

Overview

Completed in 2009, the Medical Examiner and Forensic Center provides San Diego County with 84,002 square feet of new autopsy, storage, laboratory and administrative space. The facility also provides space for forensic services, necropsy and autopsy exams, evidence management, toxicology, training, bereavement and other support spaces.

Rider Levett Bucknall created a cost framework for the project’s design and thereafter produced milestone estimates reconciled against other peer estimates. Rider Levett Bucknall provided Value Engineering and constructability advice throughout the design process. We gave San Diego County reliable benchmarked cost advice regarding sustainable design options with minimal cost impact in order to achieve legislated requirements for sustainability in the state of California.
SCORE Jail | Washington

Client

DLR Group
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SCORE Jail | Washington

Client

DLR Group

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

Built on a 16 acre site, South Correctional Entity or SCORE Jail is a 164,000 sq ft, 802-bed state-of-the-art correctional facility in Washington built to house misdemeanor offenders. With a strong emphasis on cost and space efficiency, the SCORE Jail has created nationwide attention with its unique space saving, pie-shaped housing blocks.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost consulting services to the design team on the project, providing milestone cost estimates and pricing of alternate design schemes.
Skagit Valley Hospital | Washington

Client

KMD Architects
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Skagit Valley Hospital | Washington

Client

KMD Architects

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Value Engineering

Overview

A 220,000 square foot expansion to the existing Skagit Valley Hospital increased patient care space and expanded and improved hospital operations. The new three-story structure is dedicated solely to clinical services and was designed in a “patient-friendly” configuration to improve patient access, create better departmental interconnection, and incorporate the most up-to-date technology and health care trends.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided milestone cost estimating services, conducted Value Engineering workshops and reconciled our estimates with the general contractor. Our proactive review of all design options enabled an early resolution of the desired design and our Value Engineering efforts resulted in overall savings of 2-5%.
Stevenson School Casco Residence Hall, California

Client

Stevenson School
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Stevenson School Casco Residence Hall, California

Client

Stevenson School

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Value Engineering

Overview

Designed by architects Hornberger + Worstell, the two-story, 12,000 sq ft residence hall is located on the edge of the residential precinct at the gateway to the 53-acre campus. The facility is designed to include accommodations for resident students, faculty family apartments, and support space. The building’s multi-wing configuration allows appropriate gender separation of dormitory rooms while joining in a multi-level common room at the intersection of the residential wings. The project incorporates sustainable features and will become the campus’ first LEED® Gold new-build structure.

For this project, Rider Levett Bucknall worked directly with the owner, Stevenson School, providing cost management, value engineering and sustainability pricing.
Streamline Tower | Nevada

Client

Streamline Tower LLC
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Streamline Tower | Nevada

Client

Streamline Tower LLC

Services Provided

Project Management

Overview

At 21 stories (271 ft tall), the 275-unit condominium tower will offer residents luxurious finishes and amenities, surrounded by the city’s new Entertainment District, complete with shopping, restaurants and nightlife. The development features a roof top pool and terrace offering dramatic views of the Las Vegas Strip; an up-scale workout center, clubhouse, business center, and valet parking and secured parking.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided independent contract administration, project management and cost estimating services to the owner during the construction phase. In addition, we assisted the owner in managing the relationship with the contractor by establishing and maintaining an on-site presence throughout construction to monitor the costs and the progress of the work.
Sun Tran Bus Storage, Maintenance and Fueling Facility | Arizona

Client

GLHN Architects & Engineers
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Sun Tran Bus Storage, Maintenance and Fueling Facility | Arizona

Client

GLHN Architects & Engineers

Services Provided

Provided: Cost Management

Overview

The multi-phase Sun Tran project includes the development of a comprehensive master plan, design, and construction of a facility to house maintenance and operations for a 250-bus fleet. The project comprises 129,000 sq ft of enclosed space and 65,000 sq ft of additional covered space on a 21-acre site and was designed to achieve LEED® Silver Certification.

Rider Levett Bucknall was brought on board the design team to develop independent, third party cost estimates during the schematic design phase to provide a likely total project cost including LEED® Silver Certification premiums and site development costs.
The Childrens Hospital | Colorado

Client

The Chidren's Hospital
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The Childrens Hospital | Colorado

Client

The Chidren's Hospital

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Cost Reconciliation, Change Order Management

Overview

Located on the Fitzsimons campus, the new Children’s Hospital provides a single location for children’s clinical care, education, research and advocacy. The 1.2 million square foot complex comprises a 270-bed inpatient hospital, an ambulatory care center, and a 250,000 square foot office building. Key patient-friendly features include single-occupancy inpatient rooms, family lounges, 6.6 acres of outdoor green space with play areas, and kids-only indoor activities and entertainment spaces.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided independent construction cost consulting services during design. We critiqued the contractor’s proposed general conditions at bidding and reconciled with the contractor’s estimate prior to the GMP agreement. During construction, we reviewed, validated and negotiated the cost of contractor-initiated change orders.
The Garlands of Barrington, Illinois

Client

Barrington Venture, LLC.
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The Garlands of Barrington, Illinois

Client

Barrington Venture, LLC.

Services Provided

Design and construction consulting, owner’s representative

Overview

The Garlands of Barrington is a national, award-winning Continuous Care Retirement Center in Barrington, Illinois. RLB│Garrison served as the Owner’s Representative and construction management consultant for the project. The project consists of 282 high end condominiums with outstanding amenities plus assisted living and skilled nursing facilities. Entitled “A Cruise Ship on Land” by the suburban Daily Herald, the Garlands contains four dining areas, a performing arts center, and a surround sound theatre.

The project was awarded the American Institute of Architects 1st Place Award for Senior Housing in 2005 plus the National Association of Homebuilders 1st Place Award for Multi-Family Housing for 2005.
Thirty Meter Telescope, Hawaii

Client

TMT Observatory Corporation
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Thirty Meter Telescope, Hawaii

Client

TMT Observatory Corporation

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

When completed later this decade, the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) near the summit of Mauna Kea in Hawaii will be the largest, most advanced and powerful optical telescope on Earth. A primary mirror 30 meters in diameter – made up of 492 hexagonal mirror segments – will permit the telescope to focus more sharply (12 times sharper than what is achieved by the Hubble Space Telescope) and collect more light than smaller telescopes, allowing images of fainter objects. This will enable astronomers to study objects in our own solar system and stars throughout our Milky Way and its neighboring galaxies, and to monitor forming galaxies at the very edge of the observable Universe.

Rider Levett Bucknall prepared an independent cost estimate for the fabrication and erection of the rotating enclosure for the TMT Observatory Corporation.
Thurston Elementary School | Oregon

Client

Mahlum Architects
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Thurston Elementary School | Oregon

Client

Mahlum Architects

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Value Engineering

Overview

The new Thurston Elementary school’s two-story classroom wings are connected by one-story public zones with low rooflines that embrace the K-5 population. Large wood-framed glass walls bring light and views from the outdoors deep into these transparent connectors, which house the entry, library and commons. Additionally, these two-story glass walls connect the children to the learning garden outside and allow for student interactivity. Public spaces, such as the commons, encourage access to the outdoor learning courtyards where students can follow the rainwater cycle in runnels and bio-swales.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided SRG Partnership with cost estimating services throughout design. Our services included value engineering and pricing of a variety of additive alternates.
Tower at PNC Plaza │Pennsylvania

Client

PNC Financial Services
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Tower at PNC Plaza │Pennsylvania

Client

PNC Financial Services

Services Provided

Cost Management

Overview

Rising to 33 stories near the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers, The Tower at PNC Plaza will represent the innovative and pioneering spirit of Pittsburgh and become the new headquarters for PNC Financial Services Group. Designed to exceed LEED® Platinum certification, the 800,000 sq ft tower will be one of the world’s most environmentally friendly skyrise buildings. Rider Levett Bucknall provided the construction cost management services to PNC and the design team, led by Gensler, through the design phase.
U.S. Department of Energy Research Support Facilities | Colorado

Client

Northstar Project Management
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U.S. Department of Energy Research Support Facilities | Colorado

Client

Northstar Project Management

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Scheduling

Overview

When completed in 2010, the U.S. Department of Energy’s Research Support Facilities on the campus of its National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) promise to become a prototype for energy efficient office buildings. Designed to exceed the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED® Platinum rating, the new 219,000 square foot facility is expected to be the first Net Zero Energy Building of its kind—it will produce as much energy as it uses.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided independent cost consultancy and scheduling services.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Replacement Hospital | Colorado

Client

Skidmore Owings & Merrill / H+L Architecture / Cator Ruma / S.A. Miro
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Replacement Hospital | Colorado

Client

Skidmore Owings & Merrill / H+L Architecture / Cator Ruma / S.A. Miro

Overview

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost consultancy and scheduling services during the design and construction of a 1.1 million square foot replacement hospital for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The campus will house inpatient towers, ambulatory care buildings, diagnostics and treatment buildings, a nursing home, research and development buildings, connected via underground service tunnel. Support facilities include structured parking garages, warehousing, automated transport system and central energy plant.
University of Denver Law School | Colorado

Client

University of Denver
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University of Denver Law School | Colorado

Client

University of Denver

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

The Frank H. Ricketson Jr. Law Building is home to the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. In addition to office space, classrooms and breakout rooms, the four-story building accommodates the Law Library and Technology Center for Legal Research. The facility utilized recycled materials and sustainable design, earning it the U.S. Green Building Council’s Gold LEED certification – it is the first law school building to be certified in the U.S.

Rider Levett Bucknall assisted the owner in establishing the overall project budget and provided milestone cost estimating services during design. Additionally, we assisted the University in reconciling costs prior to the Guaranteed Maximum Price agreement.
University of Hawaii John A Burns School of Medicine | Hawaii

Client

Architects Hawaii Ltd.
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University of Hawaii John A Burns School of Medicine | Hawaii

Client

Architects Hawaii Ltd.

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

The John A. Burns School of Medicine is an education and research complex for the University of Hawaii. The medical education building has 114,000 square feet of instructional space including faculty offices, a medical library, an auditorium, and virtual learning laboratories. The 184,000 square foot biomedical sciences building offers state-of-the-art laboratory and office space for academic researchers, biotechnology and bioscience companies.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost estimating services during design to ensure that the project remained within the specified budget without compromising the needs of the project. We assisted the client with contract negotiations with the contractor which resulted in a 1.5% estimate to bid variance.
University of Oregon Ford Alumni Center, Oregon

Client

University of Oregon
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University of Oregon Ford Alumni Center, Oregon

Client

University of Oregon

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

The Cheryl Ramberg Ford & Allyn Ford Alumni Center is now a dynamic new point of entry to the University of Oregon’s Eugene campus. Home to the University’s Alumni Association, Foundation, and Department of Development, the facility provides first-class event and gathering space for alumni, campus activities, and the community. It also serves as a critical base for university outreach and advancement. Amenities at the 60,000 sq ft center include a welcoming lobby and lounge, conference rooms, a board room, a ballroom, and multi-purpose gathering spaces to ensure broad and varied use.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided cost estimating services to the University of Oregon.
University of Oregon Lorry I Lokey Laboratory | Oregon

Client

SRG Partnership
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University of Oregon Lorry I Lokey Laboratory | Oregon

Client

SRG Partnership

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

Lorry I. Lokey Laboratories, a signature research center associated with the Oregon Nanoscience and Microtechnologies Institute (ONAMI) was recently completed at the University of Oregon’s Eugene campus. The facility comprises an above grade lobby over a laboratory encased in bedrock 19 feet below the surface with teaching, office, and building support space totaling 30,500 square feet.

Rider Levett Bucknall assisted with the establishment of realistic capital costs for the project from the onset and provided detailed cost planning, cost control and scheduling services throughout the design process. This required Rider Levett Bucknall’s cost management, value engineering, life cycle costing reconciliation and phasing analysis expertise.
University of the Pacific Library Expansion | California

Client

WMB Architects
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University of the Pacific Library Expansion | California

Client

WMB Architects

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

Rider Levett Bucknall provided initial benchmarking with comparable projects and thereafter milestone estimates to assist designers design to a cost for a 16,463 square foot, three-level addition to the existing library and minor renovation to the 1,360 square foot recital hall. Scope included mechanical/electrical upgrades, structural upgrades, architectural upgrades and all associated demolition for creating additional book storage space and public library area. Some value engineering advice was also provided.
Van Cise-Simonet Detention Center | Colorado

Client

OZ Architecture / Ricci Greene Associates
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Van Cise-Simonet Detention Center | Colorado

Client

OZ Architecture / Ricci Greene Associates

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Cost Reconciliation, Value Engineering

Overview

Rider Levett Bucknall provided construction cost estimating services along with cost option studies, reconciliation and value engineering services throughout design of a new, 430,864 square foot detention facility for 1,500 inmates awaiting sentencing in one of the facility’s two arraignment courts. A secured underground tunnel connects the Detention Center to the new courthouse, both of which join a new U.S. Post Office, parking garage and improved public plaza as part of the $378 million Downtown Justice Center Project. This project is targeting LEED™ Silver NC certification.
Warrenville Cancer Center, Illinois

Client

Cadence Health
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Warrenville Cancer Center, Illinois

Client

Cadence Health

Services Provided

Activation and transition program management

Overview

RLB│Garrison provided construction oversight along with activation and transition program management for the purchase, delivery and installation of all FF&E and major equipment at the new Warrenville Cancer Center. Working with the general contractor, CDH Purchasing and vendors, RLB│Garrison ensured all assets were delivered, installed, tested, training completed and all functions in place for a patient risk-free opening in July 2010.
Waterfront Toronto Simcoe Wave Deck | Ontario, Canada

Client

Waterfront Toronto
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Waterfront Toronto Simcoe Wave Deck | Ontario, Canada

Client

Waterfront Toronto

Services Provided

Quantity Surveying

Overview

In the summer of 2009, the $5 million Simcoe Wave Deck, a visible portion of the Waterfront Toronto project, celebrated its grand opening. As an extension of the existing concrete walkway, this unique pedestrian bridge is constructed of timber decking supported by a structural steel base cantilevered over Lake Ontario in a distinctive wave-like pattern. The Wave Deck is an integral part of the Central Waterfront Public Realm portion of the $17 billion Waterfront Toronto revitalization project.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided full cost estimating services up to pre-tender stage. We were also peripherally involved in the tender review process, providing cost comparisons to the estimate. The project was completed under budget at a construction cost of 2% under the budgeted cost estimate.
Westfield Galleria at Roseville Mall | California

Client

Westfield LLC
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Westfield Galleria at Roseville Mall | California

Client

Westfield LLC

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Value Engineering, Construction Monitoring

Overview

Westfield LLC recently completed a $260 million, 400,000 square foot expansion to the Galleria at Roseville Mall, bringing the property to a total of over 1.4 million square feet of retail. The expansion featured the introduction of luxury retail space as well as a new upscale dining terrace. The Galleria at Roseville is located 20 miles northeast of Sacramento in one of the fastest growing regions in the entire nation.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided independent cost estimating and budget verification prior to the project starting construction and continued during construction by providing the lender with an independent review of monthly progress and payment request verification. Even though a redesign delayed the construction start of the project by three months, the opening schedule was maintained and acceleration costs were offset by a value engineering effort.
Westfield University Towne Centre, California

Client

Westfield
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Westfield University Towne Centre, California

Client

Westfield

Services Provided

Owner’s Representative

Overview

Westfield’s University Towne Centre (UTC) in San Diego, California is currently undergoing an extensive renovation, addition and modernization. Phase 1 includes an update to the mall’s appearance with taller store façades, a fourteen-screen ArcLight premium cinema, an expanded 24-Hour Fitness Super Sport Club (triple the size of the current gym), an organic produce restaurant, Tender Greens, a remodeled dining terrace and food court, additional public seating throughout the mall, and a new family lounge and children’s play area. Future phases include an additional 750,000 square feet of retail space added to the current 1 million sq ft, with more than a dozen new shops and restaurants.

Rider Levett Bucknall is currently providing Owner’s Representative services on behalf of Westfield for all phases.
Wyoming Welcome Center, Wyoming

Client

Anderson Mason Dale Architects
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Wyoming Welcome Center, Wyoming

Client

Anderson Mason Dale Architects

Services Provided

Cost Estimating

Overview

The new, 27,500 sq ft Wyoming Welcome Center – planned along I-25 on the Wyoming/Colorado border – was designed to be a fresh and progressive introduction to the State of Wyoming. The Center includes a visitor center, a rest area and offices for Travel and Tourism employees. Anderson Mason Dale Architects’ design incorporates various sustainable design concepts including daylighting and energy conservation. In addition, development of a natural wetlands environment populated with native plants will surround the facility and serve as an outdoor environmental learning landscape, with trails and site structures promoting visitor interaction with Wyoming’s rich ecology.

Rider Levett Bucknall provided independent milestone cost estimates.
Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home | Hawaii

Client

Hawaii Health Systems Corporation
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Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home | Hawaii

Client

Hawaii Health Systems Corporation

Services Provided

Cost Estimating, Value Engineering, Project Management

Overview

Completed in 2007, The Yukio Okutsu State Veteran’s Home is a 55,100 square foot assisted living facility in Hilo, Hawaii. The new residence will have a single story administrative area and a two-story section with 96 private residence suites and nursing areas. The facility includes private lounge areas, library, activities rooms, common and family dining areas and the exterior is landscaped with secured private courtyards.

The success of this project is due, in part, to Rider Levett Bucknall’s establishment and maintenance of a team environment. Throughout the duration of the project, the Veteran’s Center experienced a few scope changes which caused the project to go 9% over budget. As project and cost manager, Rider Levett Bucknall made it a priority to bring the project back to the original budget. Through conducting many Value Engineering sessions the project budget was returned back to the target. In addition, we were able to add back $750,000 worth of construction that had originally been value engineered out while maintaining the original modified budget.