Projects

&#8226 Residential
&#8226 Commecial
&#8226 Repairs

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&#8226 Licensed
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&#8226 Bonded

Counties

• Orange
• Los Angeles

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Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Construction Projects from Small Repairs to New Structures

Contract Pricing

Overview

Fixed-Price Construction Contracts

At Western Energy Contractors, we offer Fixed-Price Construction Contracts to provide clarity and cost certainty for your project. Under this model, we agree on a set price for the entire project scope before work begins, ensuring transparency and budget control.

Hierarchy and Payment Structure

  1. Initial Agreement: A detailed proposal outlines the project scope, materials, timelines, and the total fixed cost. This contract minimizes financial surprises by locking in the budget upfront.
  2. Draw System: Payments are made in installments, known as “draws,” at predetermined milestones throughout the project. Examples of draw stages include:
    • Completion of site preparation
    • Framing and structural milestones
    • MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) installations
    • Final inspections and project closeout
  3. Use of Draws: Draws are used to cover labor, materials, and other operational costs tied to each stage. This ensures project continuity without financial bottlenecks and allows for smoother cash flow management.

Benefits of Fixed-Price Contracts

  • Predictability: Provides a clear budget and prevents scope creep.
  • Risk Mitigation: Cost overruns fall on the contractor unless there are approved change orders.
  • Trust: Clients gain peace of mind with clearly defined deliverables and payment schedules.

We align our practices with industry standards, including AIA contract models, to ensure professionalism and fairness in every project.

Overview

Cost-Plus Contracts

For clients seeking flexibility and transparency, Western Energy Contractors offers Cost-Plus Contracts. Under this model, you pay for actual project costs plus a predetermined fee, ensuring full visibility into expenditures.

Hierarchy and Payment Structure

  1. Initial Agreement: A comprehensive agreement specifies the fee structure (percentage or fixed fee), reimbursable costs, and reporting requirements.
  2. Cost Tracking and Invoicing: Costs are itemized and documented, including labor, materials, equipment, and overhead. Clients receive regular detailed invoices for review.
  3. Fee Structure:
    • Cost-Plus-Fee: A percentage or fixed fee is added to the reimbursed costs.
    • Cost-Plus with Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP): Provides an upper limit to the total cost for added security.
  4. Draws and Payments: Payments are made as costs are incurred, ensuring real-time alignment with project progress. This model fosters collaborative decision-making, as clients are directly involved in managing expenses.

Benefits of Cost-Plus Contracts

  • Flexibility: Ideal for projects with undefined scopes or variable conditions.
  • Transparency: Clients have full access to cost reports and expenditures.
  • Customization: Allows adjustments as project needs evolve.

Our Cost-Plus approach promotes trust and collaboration while aligning with AIA-recommended best practices, ensuring fairness and accountability.

Overview

Design-Build Services

At Western Energy Contractors, our Design-Build Services streamline the construction process by combining design and construction under one contract. This integrated approach fosters collaboration, reduces costs, and accelerates project timelines.

Hierarchy and Workflow

  1. Single Point of Responsibility: We handle everything from concept to completion, eliminating the need for multiple contracts and ensuring clear communication throughout the process.
  2. Collaborative Design Phase: Clients work directly with our design team to align vision, budget, and project goals. Early-stage collaboration reduces change orders and costly delays during construction.
  3. Integrated Construction Phase: With the design finalized, our team moves seamlessly into execution, ensuring a smooth transition and efficient delivery.
  4. Flexibility and Value Engineering: Real-time adjustments optimize costs, materials, and methods without compromising quality.

Benefits of Design-Build

  • Efficiency: Faster project delivery by overlapping design and construction phases.
  • Cost Savings: Reduces expenses by streamlining workflows and minimizing errors.
  • Simplified Process: One contract, one team, one unified vision.

With our Design-Build approach, we prioritize collaboration and efficiency, ensuring a hassle-free experience and exceptional results for our clients. Let us bring your vision to life with a streamlined and effective process.