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Expertise

Pre-Construction

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Our pre-construction services include…

Dedicated project Pre-construction Managers trained in project estimating, scheduling, risk management, and design review for constructability.

Established history of employing qualified locally-owned, small-business and disadvantaged business enterprise vendors and subcontractors.

Pre-construction

Transparent estimating and cost control processes during preconstruction to manage your project to a fixed budget (cost estimating, constructability, value engineering, trend logging, and risk management).

National database of subcontractors and suppliers to ensure trade coverage across all project scopes of work.

Our approach creates an environment where partnering is encouraged to enhance collaboration, maximize value, and team efficiency.

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Pre-Construction

Why we work safe

The latest in estimating tools and construction technology:

  • Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) software
  • Earthwork and Site Utilities modeling including 3D drone mapping
  • Collaborative platforms for document storage, review and comment, and document revision control

We provide support for community relations and engagement programs on projects.

Pre-construction

MWH believes that early input results in high returns. Our Pre-construction Managers have returned hundreds of millions of savings back to our clients through value engineering over the past 30 years.

Detailed procurement and subcontract administration procedures that promote flexibility and communication with our project partners.

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Ray T. Orvin, Jr.
Executive Director
Renewable Water Resources (ReWa)

Throughout the construction process, I have found MWH to be professional and competent in their work. In addition, we appreciated the use of local Greenville-based subcontractors. This local participation was important for keeping the revenues from the project within the community.

Recent News

MWH Receives ENR Intermountain Award of Merit for Logan Regional WWTP Project

MWH was awarded the 2023 ENR Intermountain Award of Merit in the Water and Environment category for the Logan Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF). The award recognized the team’s hard work and dedication in completing the largest single capital improvement project for the City. Lance Ota, Project Manager, graciously accepted the award on behalf of the team.

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Portland City Council Authorizes Crucial Water Infrastructure Projects

MWH is thrilled to announce the achievement of a significant milestone as the Portland City Council recently authorized the first phase of construction for two vital water infrastructure improvement projects. This authorization comes on the heels of completing the preconstruction phase, where MWH closely collaborated with the project design teams and the Portland Water Bureau (PWB), starting at the 30% design milestone. Led by MWH in separate joint ventures, the Bull Run Filtration Facility and Bull Run Filtration Pipelines projects are crucial to enhancing water quality and reliability for Portland and wholesalers throughout the region. The $1.473 billion investment in these critical water initiatives marks a significant step forward for the City and demonstrates MWH’s commitment to sustainable water solutions.

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