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Often, the
best approach to helping a building client to
clearly identify his specific needs and wants is to
‘shut up and listen.’ Obviously, one begins any such
process with trust. The client may bring only a
fundamental understanding of construction to this
association, but an insight to resource requirements
and schedule constraints. The general contractor may
be able to bring needed technical expertise, but can
be confused by the specific ‘wants and needs’ of the
client. In reality, few owners (or contractors) know
everything there is to know about the level of
requirements, or total working parts of each
building assembly during early stages of
construction planning. On each project, it is the
job of a general contractor or construction manager
to assemble the professional resources needed to
ensure building success. Companies that can source
an established, qualified network of subcontractors
for professional input increase the likelihood of
project success, and help meet the varied and
expanded project needs of today’s typical building
client. Project planning that incorporates a team of
industry professionals goes far toward providing a
clearer understanding of a project’s scope, and the
full extent of those resources necessary to achieve
success. In the end, successful projects are almost
always about successful communications. The input of
qualified experts can increase chances of success.
And as all parties (client, contractor and
subcontractor team) listen to understand each need,
it is more likely that all expectations will be met.
Trumbull-Nelson is preparing for an active fall
construction season. Local ongoing building projects
include the Howe Library addition, the Dartmouth
College Rugby Clubhouse, and the Church of Christ
addition/alteration, in Hanover, NH; addition and
renovations to the Community Care Center at Alice
Peck Day Memorial Hospital, and addition to the
Spectra facility, in Lebanon, NH; the new Quechee
Gorge Visitor Center, in Quechee, VT; and
significant site and landscape work at the Montshire
Museum, in Norwich. Trumbull-Nelson continues work
at the Stratton Mountain School, in Stratton
Mountain, VT and recently began a substantial
renovation project in Killington, VT for the
Killington Mountain School.
We all hope that fall brings improved weather
conditions. Summer 2004 may be one of the wetter
seasons in recent memory. There has been little
weather-related impact to our construction work (or
dispositions!) as a result of this unusual
phenomenon. But we will be most happy to see sunnier
skies in the months ahead!
Our current issue of Constructive Images features
information on our recent entry into concrete
stamping services. The process offers clients a way
to create uniquely designed pool decks, patios and
courtyards, resembling brick, slate, fieldstone,
tile and wood products. This issue also highlights
Trumbull-Nelson’s broad depth in millwork, painting
and sitework.
We hope that you enjoy the Fall 2004 Issue of
Constructive Images. If we can provide any
assistance to help you move your construction
Project forward, or if you would like to talk about
your building ideas, please give us a call.
Sincerely,
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