Renovation or construction of:
offices and tertiary buildings

What are the challenges for the construction or renovation of a low-carbon commercial building?

Define the challenges in terms of activity and use:

Understanding users' uses and needs is essential when planning office buildings. Indeed, offices are workplaces, living spaces in which employees spend most of their time, their well-being and productivity being closely linked to the layout and design of these spaces. Identifying users' specific needs, such as the frequency of meetings, the number of people who will occupy the offices, their mobility or telecommuting preferences, is therefore crucial. Careful analysis of user needs will therefore be the starting point for our work in programming an efficient building that's uniquely yours.

Design a reversible building:

We're no longer building for 30 years, but for 100. The ecological emergency requires us to take a long-term view of construction projects. But as companies evolve, so do their needs. Reversibility is therefore a central concept in the construction of green office buildings. The design of a reversible building requires essential anticipation and an innovative approach to architecture, in order to respond effectively to changes in society, the economy and the environment. Reversibility, an alternative to building demolition, can be achieved through large multi-functional platforms that avoid dividing walls, thus encouraging functional transformation in the future. To achieve this, it is essential to consider the building's morphology right from the design stage, taking into account the different regulations applicable to different types of program.

Design a compact building:

The least polluting m² is the one we don't build. Compact office building design is an effective way of reducing the building's carbon footprint. Indeed, building construction is responsible for a large quantity of greenhouse gas emissions, particularly during the production of building materials and energy consumption for heating, ventilation and lighting. By building compactly, we reduce the total surface area of the building, which in turn reduces the amount of materials needed for its construction, as well as the amount of energy required to heat, cool and light it. So it's vital to draw up a program that optimizes the surface areas required, and to plan mixed, modular spaces that can accommodate several functions at different times.

Why call on the services of an Assistant Project Manager for the construction or renovation of commercial buildings?

Save time and experience

There are several crucial reasons why it is essential for a project owner to be accompanied by a project management assistant (PMA) when undertaking the construction or renovation of a commercial building. First of all, an Assistant Project Manager provides technical, legal and administrative expertise to ensure the success of the project. By supervising and coordinating the various stages of the project, the AMO ensures that quality and safety standards are met, and that deadlines and budgets are kept under control.

In addition, the AMO acts as a mediator between the project owner and the various players involved in the project, such as architects, contractors and local authorities. This facilitates communication and conflict resolution, helping to maintain a harmonious working atmosphere and avoid costly delays.

In addition, the AMO can play a key role in addressing environmental and energy issues, helping the client to integrate sustainable and eco-responsible solutions into the project, which can not only reduce costs in the long term, but also enhance the company's reputation.

Last but not least, the presence of an AMO brings reassurance to the project owner, as he can rely on a professional to advise him throughout the process. This minimizes the risks associated with the construction or renovation of a commercial building, and ensures the success of the project as a whole. In short, working with an Assistant Project Manager is a wise choice for project owners wishing to bring their commercial real estate projects to a successful conclusion in an efficient, compliant and environmentally-friendly manner.