(fn) Functional Consulting Services

Operational Essentials: Structure, stability, consistency, and scalability. We handle the operational essentials you don’t have time for.

Constructability and Quality Control: Set the foundation for success.

See below for more details.

Operational Essentials

Build for tomorrow.

Assistance in the creation of items such as:

1. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

  • Project Management SOPs – Define workflows for planning, execution, and closeout.

  • Safety & Compliance SOPs – Establish OSHA-compliant safety protocols.

  • Equipment & Maintenance SOPs – Outline procedures for inspections and servicing.

  • Quality Control SOPs – Ensure consistency in materials and workmanship.

  • Client & Contract Management SOPs – Standardize bidding, agreements, and dispute resolution.

2. Tracking Logs & Documentation

  • Project Progress Logs – Monitor milestones, delays, and completion rates.

  • Expense & Budget Tracking – Maintain financial oversight on materials and labor.

  • Equipment Usage Logs – Track machinery allocation and maintenance schedules.

  • Safety Incident Reports – Document workplace hazards and corrective actions.

  • Employee Work Hours & Productivity Logs – Ensure efficiency in labor management.

3. Defined Roles & Responsibilities

  • Executive Leadership – CEO, COO, CFO overseeing strategy, operations, and finance.

  • Project Management Team – PMs, site supervisors, and coordinators managing execution.

  • Estimating & Procurement – Cost estimators and purchasing managers optimizing budgets.

  • Field Operations – Foremen, tradespeople, and laborers executing construction tasks.

  • Administrative & HR – Office managers, payroll specialists, and HR handling compliance.

4. Organizational Charts

  • Company-Wide Org Chart – Visualize leadership, departments, and reporting structures.

  • Project-Specific Org Chart – Define roles for each construction project.

  • Subcontractor & Vendor Hierarchy – Clarify external partnerships and responsibilities.

5. Employee Evaluations & Templates

  • Performance Review Forms – Assess productivity, skills, and leadership.

  • Training & Development Plans – Track certifications and skill-building programs.

  • Job Description Templates – Standardize expectations for each role.

  • Onboarding & Exit Checklists – Ensure smooth transitions for new hires and departures.

6. Technology Integration

  • Cost code and tracking – Set up your back of house so the front of house can succeed.

  • Estimating – Assist with finding, selecting, and implementing a long term solution to estimating or improve the systems you have now.

  • Optimize – Identify pain points in the organization and see how technology such as AI or data integration can improve productivity.

Constructability | Quality Management

Plan smarter, build better, and deliver with confidence.

Constructability Essentials

  • Preconstruction Feasibility Analysis – Assess design efficiency, material availability, and site conditions before breaking ground.

  • Value Engineering Integration – Optimize designs for cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.

  • Material & Equipment Compatibility – Ensure selected materials and machinery align with project requirements.

  • Site Logistics Planning – Address access, staging areas, and workflow efficiency to minimize disruptions.

  • Design Coordination – Identify conflicts between architectural, structural, and MEP systems early.

  • Construction Method Optimization – Select the most effective techniques for speed, safety, and durability.

  • Risk Mitigation Strategies – Anticipate potential delays and develop contingency plans.

  • Stakeholder Collaboration – Improve communication between designers, engineers, and contractors for seamless execution.

Quality Control Essentials

  • Preconstruction and Coordination Meetings - ensure we are all prepared to meet expectations.

  • 911 Problem Solving - Concrete specific reviews of on-site concerns as well as schedule reviews, oversight, recovery, RFI creation and submittals.

  • Material Verification Procedures – Ensure all materials meet specifications before use.

  • Benchmarking & Performance Metrics – Use KPIs to measure quality consistency.

  • Third-Party Engineering Services - Coordination with a third party if needed to create an engineered and stamped fix for on-site “opportunities”

  • Technology Integration for QC – Utilize digital tracking systems for real-time monitoring and/or tracking.

  • Continuous Improvement Programs – Establish feedback loops to refine processes.