I know you may be wondering, “What can an Expediter do for me?” Well, let me tell you.
First and foremost, I would like to say you’ve made the right decision to become more informed about the process by reading this. Without being too long-winded, I’ll break down some key takeaways to the value you’ll gain by working with an Expediter. Also, while there are different types, at Comporth we are Real Estate Expediters and our focus is on Permits, Licenses, Certificates, and Tax Compliance.
A Real Estate Expediter is very knowledgeable about managing projects and legal procedures when dealing with government paperwork and deadlines. The aim is to efficiently save on time and costs while successfully obtaining issuance of a specified application. To accomplish this, a thorough understanding of the local building codes, zoning requirements, and permitting process is needed.
Real Estate Expediters gain experience from overseeing many building projects and overcoming obstacles of their own.
This enables the ability to get approvals quickly for every step of construction (from drawing plans to installing electrical and plumbing systems) and project requests. Project Owners and Managers invest in an Expediter to avoid costly delays (which can result from incorrect paperwork filing or mismanaged construction) at the beginning of a project, or for an intervention if the project is already underway. Expediters remove certain obstacles by knowing how to complete and submit forms correctly while knowing how to navigate the approval system.
Think of it as having someone who will get your project shovel-ready as quickly as possible and will advocate your best interest to city employees in a way they will understand.
While we take care of essential responsibilities, like speaking to city hall officials and filing paperwork, this allows Project Managers and Contractors to focus on the project. Overall, this allows the project team to remain on track to meet its deadline. Expediters can act as a liaison between the construction company and government departments responsible for issuing Permits. This route allows for improved communication and a smoother process. Our communication helps ensure everyone is informed at each project stage, along with many other benefits.
Key Benefits of Comporth Expediters
Comporth helps clients develop plans, bridge delays in change orders, meet deadlines, implement local tax-saving programs, and follow regulations correctly. Planning ahead can help you gain a more accurate timeline when budgeting for a construction project. Whether commercial or residential, timelines in particular are a fundamental factor in estimating costs. To lower costs and increase profitability, clients usually try to complete projects as soon as possible. Spending more time can lead to paying additional labor and overhead. Expediters can provide a reliable understanding of how long a project can take along with its costs. Timelines are reviewed alongside Design Professionals and Project Managers and immediately corrected as necessary. Once an expected timeline is in place, the Expediter monitors it closely and will spot potential delays from a mile away.
One of the main ways to cut costs is by preventing delays and penalties associated with violations. There are certain rules and regulations to follow for permits, licenses, and construction site safety. We offer the ability to reduce the risk of construction delays, fines, and project shutdowns as a huge benefit. This is done by following the rules for Permits and making sure all necessary Permits and approvals are obtained before construction begins saving time and money. Also, with regulation and policy frequently changing, Expediters stay up to date with code changes and added or adjusted laws affecting construction to help navigate through compliance rules. This is a great way to avoid fines and delays by remaining compliant throughout the building phase.
Comporth decodes Philadelphia’s regulations and policies, such as the proper order of permits, inspections, and plan requirements, so that our clients and their project team have a clear roadmap to success. Expediters help clients understand and implement fire codes, energy efficiency, material lists, natural disaster preparedness, waste removal, and accessibility requirements that can be subject to examiner interpretation if the proper narrative is not provided. When it comes to permits, Expediters assist clients in preparing, filing, and retrieving approval on applications including zoning, occupancy, electrical, plumbing, and “Make Safe,” to name a few, and navigate the approval process from start to finish saving time and money on projects while streamlining the construction process.
Additionally, Expediters can be an efficient way to reduce costs when working directly for the design team. For example: If an architecture firm requires an expert on local building codes or land use planning, instead of paying someone to start with limited knowledge, an Expediter can be hired without missing a beat. Since this would be for a Client’s specific project, it can pass the cost on to the client.
At Comporth, we can offer performance-based and “complete date” guarantees to help manage the associated risks and provide a greater level of security.
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We look forward to speaking with you about how we can help.
Sincerely,
The Comporth Team
