Common Questions
What Is the Obsidian Design Group's Role?
Obsidian Design Group provides general contracting, construction management, and owner representation for residential and commercial projects. Our role depends on the engagement and may include managing the complete construction scope, coordinating qualified trades and subcontractors, overseeing schedules and budgets, and managing project documentation from planning through completion.
How Does the Management Process Work?
Our process begins with a detailed project review, scope development, budget planning, and scheduling. Depending on the engagement, we either manage qualified trades and subcontractors as the general contractor or coordinate with the owner's contractors as construction manager or owner representative.
Do We Manage the Construction Work?
Yes. Depending on the project, Obsidian Design Group may serve as the general contractor, construction manager, or owner representative. As general contractor, we manage the contracted construction scope and coordinate qualified trades and subcontractors to complete the work. For construction management and owner representation engagements, we oversee and coordinate the contractors performing work on the owner's behalf.
What Types of Projects Do You Handle?
We manage residential and commercial construction projects including renovations, home modifications, accessibility and aging-in-place improvements, interior buildouts, property improvements, and larger development projects. Our services can include general contracting, construction management, project coordination, and owner representation depending on the project.
How Do You Ensure Project Success?
We ensure success through meticulous planning, rigorous trade coordination, and constant communication. By managing the project's documentation and vendor relationships, we minimize risks and ensure the project is delivered on time and within budget.