Selecting a general contractor and construction company is a major decision that has serious effects on the ultimate success or failure of the project. A good construction team can exceed expectations and deliver quality results on time and on budget. A poor construction company might deliver subpar results that may exceed the allotted budget and timeframe. It is essential to know the qualities that are strong indicators of a reliable construction company.
A Record of Success
One of the best ways to begin to evaluate a company’s potential is by looking at its track record. How experienced is the construction company? Have they worked on the types of projects you need? Have they consistently delivered and earned a reputation for excellence? The past, in no way guarantees the future, but it is a clear indicator that the construction company has the potential, resources, and skills needed for your project. An experienced construction company should be able to answer all of your questions and demonstrate a deep-level of knowledge in your industry.
Effective Risk Management
Effective risk management is a crucial characteristic for any commercial construction company. Effective risk management by the construction company will protect its customers from financial damage in the event of an accident, lawsuit, or other costly incident. The construction company should be able to meet all surety requirements for the project and as a whole, they should be financially stable. Risk management must be deeply integrated into the daily operations of the company.
A Diverse Team
A diverse, experienced workforce vital for the success of a project. The construction company should employ a range of professionals and laborers including estimators, architects, project managers, engineers, surveyors, administrative assistants, safety inspectors, QA/QC inspectors, crew foreman, operators, truck drivers, mechanics, and more. The more resources and skills the construction company brings to the table the better.
Embraces Technology
A quality construction company is also one that stays current with technology and is constantly looking for ways to innovate and deliver ever better results to customers. This includes a wide range of technological advancements such as modern, state-of-the-art equipment and machinery, software and tech advances that improve workflow and efficiency, and a general embracing of emerging construction methods that yield greater quality, reduced cost, or better overall results. Effective use of technology allows the construction company to work smarter and more efficiently in a wider range of environments and scenarios.
Emphasizes Safety
There is simply no excuse for a construction company to ever compromise on safety. With heavy equipment and sometimes dangerous materials (all of which are an intrinsic part of a construction site) the potential for accidents and injuries is very high. These risks must be offset with safety training, OSHA compliance, daily safety inspections, and internal safety initiatives. A poorly-trained worker or dangerous worksite creates a hazard to personnel, property, and equipment that cannot be compromised or overlooked.
Allco embraces all of these must-have qualities and characteristics of a dependable construction company. We have completed over $1 billion worth of construction projects in Texas and Louisiana. We are frequently ranked in the Top 100 Texas Contractors by Engineering Record News Magazine. We emphasize an innovative, centralized approach to risk management that permeates through every aspect of our daily operations. We bring this level of expertise and passion to our industry-leading safety program, our quarterly safety conferences, and our weekly safety meetings. We have developed a diverse workforce that is highly-trained and employ experts in a full array of tasks. Finally, every Allco team member has enthusiastically embraced technology; we continually seek new opportunities to innovate and deliver even greater value and benefits to our customers. Allco is your full-service construction company.
