At Build Contracting, we believe that the success of every restaurant renovation or construction project begins long before the first hammer strikes. That’s why our comprehensive Pre-Construction Services are designed to align your vision with reality—on time, on budget, and built to last.

This critical phase isn’t just about blueprints and budgets—it’s about strategy, foresight, and collaboration. We partner with you from day one to eliminate guesswork, reduce risk, and set the stage for a seamless build experience tailored specifically to the unique demands of the hospitality industry.

Our Pre-Construction Offerings Include:

• Preconstruction Consultation
We start by listening. Through in-depth discussions, we clarify your goals, operational needs, brand identity, and timeline—transforming your concept into an actionable roadmap.

• Site Evaluation
Not every space is restaurant-ready. Our team assesses structural integrity, utility access, zoning compliance, egress requirements, and neighborhood dynamics to ensure your location supports both function and foot traffic.

• Cost Estimation
Transparency is non-negotiable. Using real-time market data and decades of trade relationships, we deliver accurate, line-item cost projections—so there are no surprises later.

• Design Development
Working hand-in-hand with architects and designers (or leading the process ourselves), we refine layouts for optimal kitchen flow, seating efficiency, ADA compliance, and guest experience—all while preserving your aesthetic vision.

• Scheduling
Time is revenue in the restaurant world. We create realistic, phased construction schedules that minimize downtime and align with your soft opening and marketing plans.

• Bidding & Subcontractor Selection
We vet and manage a trusted network of licensed, insured subcontractors—specializing in commercial kitchens, HVAC, plumbing, and fire suppression—ensuring only qualified partners touch your project.

• Planning Services
From phasing logistics to temporary service rerouting, we anticipate every operational hurdle so your business can keep running—or launch without delay.

• Permit Expediting
Navigating municipal approvals can stall projects for months. Our in-house permitting specialists fast-track submissions, respond quickly to reviewer comments, and maintain open communication with city departments to keep approvals moving.

• Collaborative Web-Based Documentation Management
All plans, contracts, change orders, and communications live in a secure, cloud-based platform—accessible to you 24/7. No more lost emails or version confusion.

• Code & Life Safety / Peer Review
Before construction begins, our experts conduct rigorous reviews to ensure full compliance with local building codes, health department regulations, fire safety standards, and accessibility laws—critical for passing inspections on the first try.

• Structural / Peer Review
We validate that architectural designs are not only beautiful but structurally sound, identifying potential conflicts between mechanical systems, load-bearing elements, and spatial layout early—saving costly rework later.

• Design Assist
When speed-to-market matters, our Design Assist approach integrates builders into the design phase early, offering constructability feedback, value engineering, and material alternatives that enhance performance without compromising design intent.

Why It Matters for Restaurant Owners
Unlike generic contractors, we understand that a restaurant isn’t just a building—it’s a high-performance machine where every inch must earn its keep. Our pre-construction process ensures your space is engineered for efficiency, durability, and ambiance from the ground up.

By investing in thorough planning upfront, you avoid delays, budget overruns, and operational headaches down the line. With Build Contracting, your project doesn’t just get built—it gets built right.

Let’s lay the groundwork for your next great dining destination—before a single wall goes up.