Executive Supervision

What Lyons Pre-Construction Inc. can do for you
We offer pre-construction consulting and executive supervision services for owner-builders and for those who want to be actively involved in the homebuilding process. We assess your project, provide an overview of the building process and help you plan, manage and organize the building of your home. Because each project is different, the scope of services is tailored to meet your specific needs.

The organizational tools and planning strategies we offer facilitate clear communication and help you create good, professional relationships with everyone involved in building your home. During our initial project analysis we help you see the big picture and get you on track with your project.

Complimentary Initial Consultation
In our initial meeting we learn more about you and your specific goals and desires.We explain our programs and together we determine which ones might be appropriate for you. If we decide to work together, we provide you with a contract outlining our fees and services and you provide us with a down payment to begin working on your project. For your convenience, we accept all major credit cards.

Here are some of our services:

Project organization
Document review
Site logistics and planning
Scope and budget assessment
Value engineering
Project planning
Creating a project organization system

Cost planning
Review plans
Material take-off lists
Evaluation of material costs
Selecting subcontractors
Background checks on all subcontractors
Requesting proposals from subcontractors
Bidding and contracting strategies
Reviewing subcontractor proposals
Evaluation of labor costs
Preparation for financing
Preparation for bonding

Executive supervision and management services

We understand that, as an owner-builder, you may not have the experience, the time, or the desire to supervise and manage the dozens of craftsmen, subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors and others who will be involved in the construction of your home. We can handle that for you to whatever degree you require, leaving you the freedom to be as involved as little or as much as you choose to be.

Our open book policy
We provide you with a realistic estimate for labor and materials (without the usual built-in contingencies) so that you can make realistic decisions and set priorities. Adjustments can be made in the pre-construction phase, avoiding costly change orders and delays during construction. You review all the bids and all the material quotes. You make the final decision on which bids to accept and you pay for all materials and labor directly.

Design Program
The following is an overview of our design program:
Needs assessment
Budget assessment
Design reference binder
Design research
Material sourcing
Open-book costing
Bid procurement
Adjustment phase
Custom Design Services

Custom Design Services
Lyons Pre-Construction Inc. works with some of the finest designers, craftspeople and artisans in Hawaii. Please visit the custom Design Services section of our site to learn more.

Space and function planning
Material specifications and finishes
Architectural details
Fixture specification and selection
Sourcing/supplier coordination
Bathroom design
Kitchen design
Appliance specification and selection
Color and paint consultation and selection
Faux finishes/decorative painting
Furniture/furnishings selection
Custom furniture design
Kitchen cabinetry
Built-in specialty pieces
Garden art and accessories
Indonesian art
Tropical building materials
Contemporary/primitive furniture
Art/home accessories
Electrical design and planning
Light/sound/technology integration
Telecommunication design and planning
Audio/home theatre
Structured integrated wiring systems

Assistance for Owners and Owner-Builders
We teach you how to do research to choose a sub, how to conduct the bidding process, what a subcontractor needs before making a bid, the protocol for accepting and rejecting bids, how to manage a subcontractor, how to handle inspections, insurance, accounting, taxes, workman's compensation, lien releases and the bonding process.

We assist you with:
Selecting an architect
Planning and organizing your project
Preparing a job management system
Researching subcontractors
Conducting the bidding process
Requesting bids
Reviewing the bids
Accepting and rejecting bids
Choosing subcontractors

Preparation for financing and bonding
Meticulous advance preparation helps with both the financing and construction of your home to move forward more quickly and efficiently. We show you how to protect yourselves and your money by helping you clarify before you begin construction. We help you prioritize your needs and we organize a complete financial binder including everything you require for the banking/loan process.

Here are some of the ways we help you:

Planning
Construction overview
Researching cost saving options
Selecting your team
Safeguarding your project

Organization
Organize construction process
Prepare job management system
Research subcontractors
Select subcontractors
Conduct bidding process
Reviewing bids
Protocol for accepting and rejecting bids
Insuring project

Management
Managing the construction
Managing the subcontractors
Paying the subcontractors
Lien releases
Handling inspections
Notice of completion
Certificate of occupancy

Please see our Cost Planning and custom Design Services sections to learn more.

For a well-planned project call Lyons Pre-Construction Inc.
(808) 826-7797 or E-mail us