Our Earthwork Process in Kansas City
More steps go into the earthworks process than you may realize, and we take pride in optimizing every little step along the way to ensure project success. Our commitment to transparency means you’ll receive a detailed scope of work, transparent pricing, and clear expectations, outlined in a professional agreement. We maintain an aggressive schedule and prioritize timely completion, providing a seamless workflow for other trades to follow. Typically the first contractor on the job and the one everyone’s waiting on, the earthwork contractor must adhere to strict schedules. Short lead times enable us to provide a quick start, setting the pace for project success. Communication is key. Whether it’s a quick update or an in-depth consultation, we keep our clients informed. Constant company-wide communication is achieved via push-to-talk two-way radios, allowing for seamless coordination, organization, and efficiency.
All work performed by Reiss Earthworks LLC is subject to the Reiss Earthworks LLC Terms and Conditions.
Project Design
Our team does not directly offer professional services such as engineering or materials testing. If you choose to utilize external professionals for recommended specialized services, we will support and integrate their expertise into our collaborative efforts. Alternatively, if you opt to self-perform the design and engineering aspects of the project yourself, we are adaptable and committed to working seamlessly under your guidance. The choice is yours.
Project Consultation
Our process commences with either a thorough site visit, a virtual consultation, or a combination of both, tailored to suit your preferences. As we attentively absorb your project goals, we’ll craft a comprehensive plan of action. Utilizing precise measurements and elevations, we calculate labor and material needs and ultimately pricing. Additionally, we often employ visual aids such as stakes and string lines to illustrate the project, ensuring alignment with your expectations.
You can help us perform an accurate consultation by preparing the site! Please have the site mowed and accessible. Effective communication with all stakeholders is emphasized during this phase to address any concerns and align expectations. This consultation step sets the stage for a successful project by identifying restrictions and potential issues early on and ensuring that the project progresses smoothly from conception to execution.
Commitment
Establishing a clear and mutually beneficial understanding among all parties involved is crucial before beginning any work. This includes defining key elements such as project scope, timelines, costs, and responsibilities. This commitment to transparency is fundamental to fostering a professional and collaborative working relationship, all detailed within our estimate.
Pre-Construction
During pre-construction, we’ll be behind the scenes coordinating crucial details such as sourcing materials and coordinating deliveries. Our team is skilled in advanced scheduling techniques and closely monitors weather conditions to ensure the efficient completion of your project. Materials will be sourced, and deliveries coordinated. Most of the time materials will not be delivered until our arrival. We will let you know of anything due to arrive before our arrival. Utility markings will be requested for any public utilities on site. A representative for each utility will arrive at your property to locate and mark the lines. Safe digging always begins for us with engaging in “Call before you dig” for public utility markings.
Client Prepare for Earthworks Arrival
In preparation for our arrival, please discuss the following information, in detail, with anyone who will be onsite during construction. It is critical that all persons, especially children, pets, livestock, and any other potential obstruction, are always kept away from the work zone. Ensuring the safety of all individuals onsite is the most important and valued task at hand. Our work often involves the use of extremely heavy equipment with limited visibility due to blind spots and operating volumes that make it difficult to hear surrounding sounds making it inherently dangerous.
Ground Breaking & Construction
Next, we’ll bring in the heavy equipment for the second most exciting day — groundbreaking, second only to utilization. If you’re interested, we provide photo opportunities to mark this special day. Otherwise, sit back and enjoy watching the machines at work!
Completion
After careful planning and diligent work, the excavation project reaches its conclusion, revealing a transformed space. From smoothly contoured swales to precisely lasered level sites, every detail reflects our dedication to quality. We are experts in turning visions into reality.
