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ENGINEERING

If Rosendin must use external design consultants due Much of this is due to concern about performance;
to existing relationships or the Owner’s preference, we however, the pursuit leads should reach out to
can support that effort by leveling design proposals as Engineering and ask if the project can be supported
well as overseeing the external consultant in a “Design based on cost, schedule, or available staff. The
Manager” role. While this is not ideal from a Design- Engineering team will always be honest and upfront
Build standpoint, it ensures consistent delivery and a about our abilities.
design that is aligned to Rosendin standards.
We can start small and work our way up. If there is still
What added value does In-House concern about performance, together, we should
identify some smaller markets or projects where
Engineering offer clients? we can “get our feet wet.” Once we successfully

complete projects, we can wade into deeper water. In Quarter 4 of 2019, Rosendin had over $460 million* in awarded projects. The chart below
Having In-House Engineering offers value to our clients provides an overview of the industries with estimated award value (millions) nationwide.
in many ways. If Design-Build is out of the question, we can request
1. Ensures clear communication between the to team a design engineer and perform some of the *Includes Work Orders and Large Change Orders Transportation Commercial
12.5%
design and construction elements of a project. traditional “Consulting Engineer” tasks. Start by asking! 18.9%
The information flow inside Rosendin allows
project criteria, goals, and requirements to be How can the Engineering Group Data Center
shared easily since engineering and field already help? 8.4%
interact.
2. Enables a shorter delivery of design and Rosendin's Engineering staff are located in nearly Systems Education
2.6%
construction as the design can overlap with every office across the country and are available and 5.8%
installation drawings and early construction. accessible in the office, by phone, and email. There is Entertainment
When changes occur, there is reduced time information on Engineering's SharePoint site. A request 6.5%
to the field thanks to the close communication form is also available for project pursuits.
we have with the Project Manager and
Superintendent. The time savings can be a real The best time to get support from the Engineering
value if the entire design-build team is integrated team is at the beginning of a pursuit. When we can
and aligned. get involved early in the process, the chance of Health Care
3. Our clients can save money since we develop finding significant advantages for the pursuit is the 2.1%
our designs in conjunction with the field highest. We can support on short notice as well, but
installation team and can bring their workflow with less time comes a lower chance of finding the Heavy Industrial
1.5%
into the design from the beginning. Along with best solution for Rosendin. The Rosendin Advantage is Solar
the design team and field interface, we are highest when we work as an integrated Technical and 27.4% High Tech
able to identify prefabrication opportunities and Practical team for a single goal - a successful project Hotel 12.1%
0.5%
implement them into the design documents, for both the Owner and Rosendin. Residential Institutional
1.3%
providing tremendous value to our clients. Power 0.3%
0.1%
Are there dates/locations for the Commercial: $57.8 Heavy Industrial: $6.8 Residential: $5.8
How can you help increase our use Engineering & BIM roadshow?
of Design-Build? Data Center: $38.9 High Tech: $55.7 Solar: $126.8
You will have the opportunity to talk to Ron Wilson, Education: $12 Hotel: $2.3 Systems: $26.8
ASK! It may sound silly, but start by asking. These days, VP Engineering, and Fred Meeske, VP BIM Services, Entertainment: $30 Institutional: $1.2 Transportation: $87.1
many projects are Design-Assist, so the opportunity at your office, soon! We are currently working to align Health Care: $9.9 Power: $539K
to convert them to Design-Build is genuine. Take our with other meetings and when we can all get back
Anaheim office for example. into the office. We will publish the schedule as it is
From the beginning of the pursuit, the team identifies solidified. We look forward to meeting you!
those projects or Owners who may be open to Design-
Build and approaches them.
Opportunities exist in every market that Rosendin
operates, but we have been slow to chase them.

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