The industry expects structural engineers to design cost effectively, but is that reasonable? Don't worry, we used to expect the same. But then we realized structural engineers... - aren't trained in cost estimating, - have never estimated a building before, and - don't use cost data to inform decisions. "You can't manage what you don't measure." The reality? Seemingly insignificant design decisions greatly impact the bottom line. At H+O Structural Engineering, we developed the H+O Cost Index. It integrates cost analysis with structural engineering, giving us the ability to uncover hidden cost-saving opportunities. In our journey, we've learned just a 5% improvement in structural efficiency can improve total hard costs by 1%. What would those savings mean for your next project? 🎯 #construction #leadership #engineering #architecture #realestate
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The "overdesigned" diagnosis overlooks 2️⃣ key considerations, BUT that doesn't mean managing costs isn't important. 👇🏼 1️⃣ Engineering a structure is a big responsibility, life safety is first and foremost. It takes years to develop the technical acumen and judgment to manage everything thrown at you. Assuming an engineer just knows construction costs by being in the industry is an oversight. 2️⃣ Rushed design schedules, poor coordination, development indecision, too much on their plate, etc. etc. can all lead to inefficient designs. There is a lot going on in high-pressure, fast-paced industry beyond an engineer simply being "conservative." This makes it EXTREMELY challenging for an engineer to manage costs without the proper training and systems to support them. At H+O Structural Engineering, we developed the H+O Cost Index. It integrates cost analysis with structural engineering, giving us the ability to uncover hidden cost-saving opportunities. We've helped customers just like you identify $500k, $800k and even more than $1MM of savings on their projects. How would those savings impact your project? #construction #leadership #engineering #architecture #realestate
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It's unreasonable to expect a structural engineer to design a cost-effective building without: - being trained in cost estimating - ever having done an estimate, or - using cost data to inform design decisions. Prove me wrong. 👇🏼 #engineering #structure #realestate #architecture #leadership
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I’d like to update you that, per the owner's request, I have removed the design post I previously shared. The project is still under development and has not yet been completed. I’ll keep you posted with any new updates as they come. Thanks for your understanding and continued support. #StructuralDesign #StructuralEngineering #EngineeringDesign #CivilEngineering #BuildingDesign #StructuralAnalysis #EngineeringUpdates #Construction #DesignEngineering #EngineeringExcellence
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We found ~$450,000 of savings in a composite steel podium. How? . . . Quality standards backed by data. When something falls outside the standard, we know to dig in to understand why. Without the quality standards, you don't know when to dig. 💡 The truth is seemingly insignificant design decisions greatly impact the bottom line. At H+O Structural Engineering, we developed the H+O Cost Index. It integrates cost analysis with structural engineering, giving us the ability to uncover hidden cost-saving opportunities. We've helped customers just like you identify $500k, $800k and even more than $1MM of savings on their projects. Would those savings help your project move forward? #construction #leadership #engineering #architecture #realestate
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How to Overcome Common Challenges ✨ Ever faced design challenges because of misalignment between the architect and structural engineer? 🤔 One common issue is when architectural designs look great but are hard to implement due to structural limitations or high costs. Solution: Foster Close Collaboration ✔️ Regular communication between architects and engineers from the start. Frequent plan reviews to ensure feasibility. Understanding engineering constraints from the beginning Need help with your project? Let’s talk and find solutions together! 📩 #ArchitecturalDesign #StructuralEngineering #ConstructionPlanning #TeamworkInConstruction
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