Jon Skinner, PE
Construction Engineering Regional Practice Leader
Construction-First Thinking
For Smarter, Safer Builds
As construction projects become more ambitious and complex, successfully navigating from concept to completion requires more than just a solid design—it demands smart planning, technical precision, and seamless coordination from the very start. Even the smallest jobs require thoughtful execution to ensure safety, efficiency, and cost control.
Pre-Construction Specialty Services
- Pre-Bid Consulting + Value Engineering
- Construction Feasibility Studies
- Peer Reviews
- Erection Sequencing + Temporary Stability
We evaluate designs through a construction-first lens to uncover opportunities for improvement—whether that means creating innovating construction solutions, optimizing material use, or introducing more efficient systems.
Our insights help contractors build smarter bids and owners maximize ROI.
We provide early-stage evaluations to determine whether a concept can be executed effectively in the field.
Studies may include:
- Construction Sequencing, Site Phasing + Logistics Planning
- Crane Studies - quantity, reach, lift capacity, interference checks
- Temporary Works Integration - leveraging permanent elements to reduce temporary works
We offer independent, third-party reviews that go beyond code compliance—spotting design conflicts, inefficiencies, or buildability issues early.
These reviews improve constructability and reduce rework, delays, and cost.
We help teams plan how a structure will go up—not just how it will stand when complete.
This includes temporary stability analysis, shoring strategies, and sequencing solutions that keep jobsites safe and efficient during construction.
