Owners Save Money with Low Change Orders
Posted on June 5, 2020
R.E. Dimond and Associates provides comprehensive building system design services from conception to completion. We are proud of our Construction Administration team who provides inspection services, acting as the Owner’s Representative.
Construction Administration oversees a contractor’s work to ensure construction techniques, materials and equipment are aligned with contract documents. Proactive observation of a contractor’s progress helps maintain the successful and timely completion of the project and reduces change orders in the field.
These services earn R.E. Dimond and Associates continued business with Indiana State University. Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Technology change orders totaled less than one percent of construction costs on the last four major renovations.
“R.E. Dimond and Associates has provided MEPT Engineering and Construction Administration services for Indiana State University for more than 40 years. Their Construction Administration presence on campus and rapid response to project issues minimizes unexpected change orders and keeps our projects on schedule and on budget.”
College of Health & Human ServicesIndiana State University
MEPT Construction Cost: $12,638,892
MEPT Change Orders: $45,388
Change Orders: 0.4%
The renovation & expansion of the College of Health & Human Services included major upgrades to improve temperature control and air quality with complete replacement of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and technology systems in the existing building as well as new systems in the addition.
Fine Arts Building
Indiana State University
MEPT Construction Cost: $4,453,000
MEPT Change Orders: $6,500
Change Orders: 0.1%
Renovation of the 1940s Fine Arts Building included replacement of critical mechanical and electrical systems that have become obsolete. R.E. Dimond and Associates designed a custom air handling unit that was built in place to accommodate the tight space and historic fabric of the building.
Sycamore Towers Dining
Indiana State University
MEP Construction Cost: $4,184,861
MEP Change Orders: $39,111
Change Orders: 0.95%
With the renovation of four residential halls in Sycamore Towers, updating the connecting dining hall completed the project. Single zone large HVAC variable units provide air for the shared dining room. Demand controlled ventilation was utilized given the large variation in occupancy.
Hulman Center
Indiana State University
MEP Construction Cost: $17,339,494
MEP Change Orders: $9,630
Change Orders: 0.05%
The Hulman Center is undergoing a massive 150,000 sf renovation which includes new mechanical and electrical systems, a new facade, updated concourses, and renovated upper and lower bowls which will feature a 10,000 sq. ft grand welcome lobby pavilion, a new box office suite, emergency and medical triage suites, new concessions and restrooms, as well as locker rooms and training facility renovations.