Frequently Asked Questions

Construction consulting involves providing expert guidance and support throughout the construction project lifecycle. This includes services like estimating, scheduling, project controls, and operational systems. We help contractors, developers, and owners optimize their projects for success.

We work with a variety of construction industry professionals including general contractors, subcontractors, developers, and property owners. Our clients range from small local contractors to large national firms, and we tailor our services to meet each client's specific needs.

We have experience across various project types including commercial, residential, industrial, infrastructure, and mixed-use developments. Our team adapts our expertise to the unique requirements of each project type.

R&B Construction Consulting serves clients across the United States. Many of our services can be provided remotely, allowing us to efficiently support projects nationwide. For on-site requirements, we coordinate travel arrangements as needed.

Our estimating services include quantity takeoffs from drawings and specifications, budget development and validation, bid package preparation, value engineering analysis, and subcontractor bid evaluation. We use industry-standard software and proven methodologies to ensure accuracy.

Absolutely! We develop and maintain CPM schedules, create look-ahead schedules, perform schedule updates, conduct delay analysis, and help with recovery planning. Our schedulers are experienced in major scheduling software like Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.

Project controls involve monitoring and managing project performance to ensure you stay on budget and on schedule. This includes change order management, cost tracking and forecasting, documentation, and claims support. Strong project controls help protect your bottom line and provide documentation if disputes arise.

We offer both! Some clients need help with a specific project or task, while others benefit from ongoing consulting relationships. We can structure our engagement to match your needs, whether it's a one-time estimate, monthly scheduling support, or full-project oversight.

Our pricing varies based on the scope of work, project complexity, and duration of engagement. We provide customized quotes for each project after understanding your specific needs. Contact us for a free consultation and proposal.

We offer both hourly and fixed-price arrangements depending on the nature of the work. One-time deliverables like estimates or schedules often work well as fixed-price projects, while ongoing consulting may be billed hourly or as a monthly retainer.

While we don't have a strict minimum project size, we typically work on projects valued at $500,000 or more. However, we're happy to discuss smaller projects and see if we can help. Reach out to us with your project details.

Getting started is easy! Simply request a quote through our website or contact us directly. We'll schedule a discovery call to learn about your project, then provide a tailored proposal outlining our recommended approach and pricing.

To provide an accurate quote, we typically need: project type and scope, project value and timeline, specific services needed, available drawings and specifications (if applicable), and any current challenges you're facing. The more information you can provide, the more accurate our proposal will be.

Turnaround time depends on project complexity and scope. A straightforward estimate might take 3-5 business days, while larger, more complex projects may require 2-3 weeks. We'll provide an estimated timeline during our initial discussion and work to meet your deadlines.

We're proficient in industry-standard software including Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, Excel, and various project management platforms. We adapt to your existing systems when possible and can recommend tools that fit your needs.