Services Provided
DPS caters to projects that don’t fall within any standard practices.
Support Artists through the execution of projects
Act as a liaison to Developers who have a Public Art requirement
Collaborate with Contractor Teams to ensure the challenging elements of projects are executed efficiently
Create opportunities for Architects to design outside industry standards
Consult and advise on operations of any business
Work with Private Clients for any unique residential or private project
The DPS Process
Clarify The Vision:
The first stage is to meet with the client, understand their project, discuss engagement options, and build mutual trust to ensure a strong working relationship.
Schematic Design:
We will begin initial research to consider the viable options. We will cast a wide net during this phase to explore the many paths the project could follow, working with the client closely to determine the most preferred, considering the final product, timing, and budget.
Design Development (DD):
During this phase, we will build a team to develop the details needed to execute the project. This phase of the project will conclude with a confirmed budget, confirmed schedule, and confirmed plan of execution. We will bring in the experts necessary to develop the plan and begin consulting with the team planned to utilize it for the execution. We will flush out as many unexpected challenges as possible and build contingencies for those that cannot be identified.
Project Execution:
During this phase of the project, we will engage the necessary team to execute the established plan. We will execute agreements negotiated during DD and work through the project as planned, keeping all stakeholders and teammates informed as the project progresses. If we run into unexpected hurdles or delays, we will develop solutions to present to the team to make a decision together.
Project Wrap-Up:
We will perform a financial analysis of the project to compare budget versus reality. We will review and document any lessons to be carried forward. We will audit all files to ensure proper documentation is complete to ensure all details are clear in case future reference is necessary. We will perform a team debrief to discuss the success of the project and ensure the entire team has the opportunity to grow from the experience.
Artist Collaboration
DPS Collaborates with Artists at all stages of their careers. Whether working with emerging talents striving to reach the next level or established veterans with extensive portfolios, we serve as the trusted bridge between artistic concepts and physical reality. We are happy to:
Integrate into an Established Artist Team
Guide emerging artists through the different phases of a project, providing opportunities to learn how to execute independently.
Take on all logistics of a project to allowing the Artist to focus on embracing their creativity.
We have worked with various artists and can assist in bringing the right artist into a team that fits a project.
While it is ideal to join a team early, we can seamlessly integrate at any stage.
Construction Project Management
We bring years of experience across residential, commercial, and civil construction, adding value for developers, architects, contractors, and any client tackling complex builds. If your project falls outside of standard practices, we develop and execute a path for success through:
Management of all phases of a project, with the versatility to be engaged at any stage of a project.
Curate the perfect team for any project.
Integrate into an existing team.
Research and Development of methods and materials.
Explore alternative options to ensure clients can make informed decisions.
Define, track, and report on budgets and schedules.
Problem resolution to optimize schedules and budgets.
Manage Design Development Phases to establish CD’s and the WBS to identify project pathways.
Contract negotiations, Permit Acquisition, fabrication oversight, quality control(on-site or remote), installation execution, project documentation, and financial analysis
Management of all collaborators involved in the project at any phase.
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Leverage DPS relationships
Develop new relationships as needed
On-site management and demobilization efforts
Project Closeout
Operations Optimization Consulting
Incoming cash and outgoing cost forecasting
Profit and Loss Analysis to identify areas of improvement
Proposal Review
Estimating and Job Costing
Documentation of Standard Operating Procedures
Strengthen existing and develop new vendor relationships
Utilize our worldwide network as appropriate
Develop and Implement Employee Training Programs