Services

As your trusted Development Consultant, THE BELAIRE GROUP effectively manages the development of new projects and the redevelopment of existing communities.

By identifying and mitigating risk, we are committed to guiding you through the complexities of project development and campus re-positioning. We lead your team of stakeholders and consultants through a comprehensive process that integrates operational needs within functional and relevant environments for aging.

Our shared goal is to deliver communities that allow Residents to thrive and Staff to excel in the delivery of services that support your mission.

Development Assessment

COORDINATION OF MARKETING, OPERATIONS AND FINANCE ENTITIES

The Belaire Group manages the efforts and activities of each entity to develop a plan, schedule, and budget that supports the Organization’s objective to deliver services and amenities within market relevant environments.

community assessment surveys (cas)

Understanding the physical resources enables us to assist you in providing a plan to add, replace, and/or enhance existing infrastructure and amenities. It also allows us to help you explore and define opportunities for repositioning and new project development. This is a crucial first step in protecting your existing assets, preparing you to reposition an aging community, or evaluating the acquisition of other assets.

MARKET STUDY PARTICIPATION

As an organization considers whether to enhance their existing community, or to build a new community, we work closely with third party Market consultants to understand how competition may impact your proposed projects, and to exceed expectations in what you deliver to the market.

EVALUATION OF THE ZONING and entitlement PROCESS

An understanding of all zoning and building regulatory issues ensures the project meets licensing and code requirements, receives its certificate of need, and conforms to local and regional development criteria.

PROJECT VIABILITY

We assist financial consultants in measuring the project and constructions costs with respect to the total Operational goals that are necessary to provide services, while maximizing return on investments.

SITE SELECTION and ACQUISITION

The Belaire Group can assist you in the selection and evaluation of a site, and acquisition opportunities that best maximize client services to remain relevant in the markets you serve.  We work closely with the Owner, Marketing team, and financial team to define a PMA (Primary Market Area), assess the site’s physical characteristics, and define the Due Diligence process specific to the planned development.

DUE DILIGENCE

In evaluating and planning a development or redevelopment project(s), we manage the efforts of the development team in obtaining final site plan approvals, while delivering programs and designs that conform to the requirements of all applicable governing authorities.

Designing a Plan

visioning

The Belaire Group lends our expertise in helping our clients to define project scope by understanding market expectations and organizational objectives.

PROGRAMMING

We work with the Operator and design teams to advance concepts for unit count, unit mix, massing studies, and blocking diagrams that help in the evaluation of systems, specifications and the final space program.

PROJECT BUDGET AND SCHEDULE

The Belaire Group can provide and manage project budgets and schedules, specific to pre-design and construction durations, with built-in flexibility to mitigate changes to the program or capital resources.

MASTER PLANNING

The Belaire Group manages the creation of an overall budget, schedule, and design that not only meets regulatory requirements for the program, but also considers the phasing, sequencing and logistics necessary to execute the long-range goals of your Organization.  Planning ensures your community is better positioned to grow with the expectations of Residents and needs of Staff members.

DESIGN MANAGEMENT

During the design process, we seek appropriate approvals from the Operator as plans advance to ensure your Mission is achieved within the appropriate budget, schedule, and return on investments.

PROJECT SCOPE

We assist the design team in defining the Scope of Work and type of delivery required to meet budget, schedule, program and design expectations.

CONSULTANT SCREENING, QUALIFYING & MANAGEMENT

The Belaire Group assists the Owner in selecting the right Design and Construction Team members by: identifying candidates and defining the selection criteria; preparing and distributing requests for proposals (RFPs); making final recommendations; and preparing Professional Agreements for Owner authorization.

Construction Oversight & Monitoring

ON-SITE OWNER’S REPRESENTATION

The Belaire Group will routinely visit the site and attend Owner, Architect, and Contractor meetings as a representative of the Owner to review budgets, change orders, schedule, and the progression of on-site work. We provide monthly risk analysis to avoid delays to construction, increases to cost, and potential liquidated damages.

CONSTRUCTION BUDGET AND SCHEDULE

The Belaire Group works closely with the Contractor and design team to develop realistic project construction budgets and milestones. We keep stakeholders appraised of potential risks while simultaneously working with the appropriate team members to quickly develop effective solutions to budget shortfalls and schedule interruptions.

VALUE ENGINEERING AND COST MANAGEMENT

From the establishment of the GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price / Construction Budget) and throughout the duration of construction, we manage the Project Budget by holding accountable all parties responsible.  As potential conflicts arise, we mitigate variances from budget and schedule, manage and negotiate change requests, and understand opportunities to improve budget, efficiencies, and the lifespan of equipment and environments.

CONTRACTOR BID/NEGOTIATIONS

During the bidding process to establish a Contract GMP, The Belaire Group evaluates the costs proposed by the Contractor in order to identify any potential discrepancies between the intent of the design and the cost of the work.  Using our knowledge of current and previous construction costs, we prepare a proprietary bid matrix to evaluate contractor bids against the project budget.

CONTRACTOR PAYMENT APPLICATION EVALUATION

In conjunction with our regular site visits, we review the Contractor’s request for payment application with regards to the progress of construction, compliance with the terms of the agreement, and Architect’s assessment that the work in place conforms to the intent of the design

COORDINATION OF PERMITTING

We monitor the activities of the Contractor to ensure the delivery of required occupancy permits from all agencies having jurisdiction.

Project Delivery, For Owner Occupancy

FF&E SELECTION & INSTALLATION

The Belaire Group manages the FF&E selection process between Owner and Interior Designer to meet Operator and market expectations. Additionally, we can oversee the FF&E budget and installation to meet pre-opening requirements for Owner occupancy.

VENDOR MANAGEMENT

In preparation of Owner Occupancy, we work closely with preferred vendors to deliver environments that meet service program expectations that are consistent with your unique brand of services.

PUNCH LIST AND QUALITY REVIEW

We consistently observe and manage the efforts of the design and construction teams to advance the best in design and the delivery of quality constructed environments.  We set and manage standards of excellence throughout the entirety of the project and as required by approved design and construction documents, warranty, and maintenance criteria.