About Us
Who We Are
CCM Construction Services, LLC (CCM) was founded to serve the growing need for active and efficient management of construction project costs. CCM clients are typically architects, engineers, owners, government agencies, and others allied to the construction industry with a sincere interest in assessing and controlling construction costs. Our staff has been involved in projects ranging from $10,000 to over $1 billion; our project experience ranges from small area renovations to major new construction endeavors. CCM specializes in design-phase cost estimating and is routinely involved in a multitude of cost and schedule-related assignments.
CCM employs highly skilled professionals with backgrounds in construction contracting, project management, finance, claims, and business consulting. Who we are, CCM in today’s economy and ever-changing construction market dynamics demands precision evaluation and management of your construction project costs. CCM cost and scheduling experts are available to assist your project teams, ensuring the highest and best use of your construction expenditures. When you are serious about managing your project costs and timeframe, engage the CCM experts to your advantage.
Core Values
The CCM Construction Services, LLC Core Values are:
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Due diligence is performed for each and every unique cost assessment
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Maintain direct communication with project team allowing clear understanding of scope of work
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On time delivery is essential
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Client confidentiality is protected at all times
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Respond to client requests, modifications, and ad-hoc assessments in a timely manner
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Adoption of American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) estimating ethics
Cost Estimating Methodology
The CCM cost estimating methodology is straightforward and a team approach – we:
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Become an active member of the project team for all cost-related aspects
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Gain an understanding of required cost and scheduling data, scenarios, segregations, and alternates
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Evaluate the appropriate construction means and methods and tabulate project quantities
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Derive estimated costs by evaluating current market conditions, special considerations, phasing, and specialty item quotes
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Develop mark-ups based on unique project parameters
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Assemble cost data and estimate particulars in a consistent and concise manner
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Share information for design team collaboration – review, comments, and input finalize deliverables incorporating all feedback from the project team
Certifications
CCM Construction Services, LLC principals and consultants have achieved various construction related certifications including:
Lifetime CPE
Certified Professional Estimator, American Society of Professional Estimators
LEED AP BD+C
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design – Building Design + Construction, US Green Building Council