Over $50 Million – THL Construction Management

19399 Yonge St. Holland Landing

thlcmca on November 8, 2024

Scope

It is a new development consisting of townhouses and a commercial building with a common underground parking. THL was contacted by the Owner to assist in resolving the final challenging issues they needed to address in order to achieve the required zoning. In particular, THL was requested to prepare a detailed Construction Management Plan.

Solution

THL collected up all the issues and concerns of York Region, East Gwillimbury, and the design team by reviewing the available documents plus meetings. Next solutions to each of the problems were identified and discussed with the municipal reviewers. Once they accepted the approach, the Construction Management Plan was finalized. The entire project was completed in 4 weeks, and the Owner achieved the zoning thereafter.

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Commercial

55 Thompson, North Bay

thlcmca on November 8, 2024

Scope

Includes developing the master plan for the construction of a new 5 Phase development which includes residential, commercial, a stormwater pond with discharge to Lake Nipissing, and required roadways. THL was contacted by the Owner to oversee the master planning and develop a cost effective program for the construction of all 5 phases.

Solution

THL retained the consultants and provided significant input into the design concepts. As well an overall project cost analysis and scheduling plan was developed. Meetings were held with the City to obtain approval on the Master Plan so work can proceed.

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Residential

Commercial

600 Dixon Road, Toronto

thlcmca on November 8, 2024

Scope

Includes the construction of a new building on the same site as an existing hotel. THL staff were contacted by the Owner to provide overall Program Management Services from the conceptual stage to construction.

Solution

Developed a project workplan and cash flow, then retained all of the consultants and proceeded with the design. This included all Site Plan Applications, Zoning, Permit Applications, Tenders, and Construction Contract Awards. Also prepared project proforma and summary packages which were presented to potential lenders and investors. Prepared overall project budgets and monthly cost tracking reports for lenders. Prepared overall project schedule then tracked progress using MS Project.

41 George St. Brampton

thlcmca on November 8, 2024

Scope

Includes the construction of a new building beside City Hall to provide space for additional staff. THL staff became involved when the project was 95% complete, well over budget, and the current project team were unable to achieve final occupancy and closing all permits so that the developer could be paid their final monies. Contacted by the Owner to find solutions to the issues holding up the closure, then implement these solutions. The ongoing monthly project overhead cost was over $50,000.

Solution

Over 1,100 issues were delaying the project closure. This included issues related to building and garage water infiltration, green roofs, fire alarm system, magnetic locks, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and windows. Challenging technical solutions were developed by working with the consultant team. Then the trades were contacted to quote on the required upgrades, then complete the work. All work was overseen by THL staff.

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Commercial

165 Elm Ridge, Toronto

thlcmca on November 8, 2024

Scope

Includes demolishing two smaller buildings on the site then constructing one larger high rise. THL was contacted by the Owner to provide Program Management Services to assist in obtaining the Zoning Bylaw Amendment/Site Plan Approval then continue to offer overall Program Management through the permit applications, tenders, and construction.

Solution

Working with the lead architect, after 4 months, the first full Site Plan Application, as well as Zoning, was submitted. Zoning Bylaw Amendment was obtained after 12 months. THL issued Requests for Proposals and recommended the majority of the project consultants. Now, our ongoing role is to ensure all development and other activities continue on the targeted schedule. THL also prepares monthly Project Cost and Project Funding Status Reports, as well as those required by CMHC for financing.

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Residential

thlcmca on November 8, 2024

Scope

It is a new, second rental building on the same property as the original rental building. THL was contacted by the Owner to assist in resolving the final complex design issues to obtain the Notice of Approval with Conditions. Plus provided an overall project cost analysis and scheduling plan.

Solution

THL focused on addressing the key City and design issues such that the Notice of Approval with Conditions (NOAC) was issued 6 months after we began work. THL is now retained to oversee the entire project, which includes resolving the NOAC conditions, completing the Parkland Dedication, and leading the design team in preparing the permit drawings. As part of this THL conducted a Value Engineering exercise to optimize the building design.

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Residential

thlcmca on November 8, 2024

Scope

THL staff became involved when the project was 30% complete, considerably stalled, well over budget, and dramatically behind schedule. Contacted by the Owner to find solutions to the issues holding up the project, then implement these solutions to get the project moving at a faster pace. The ongoing monthly project overhead cost (“burn rate”)was over $120,000.

Solution

Critical issues delaying construction involved resolving over 400 major issues including façade, structural, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and windows. Challenging technical solutions were developed by working with the consultant team and trades. Then the consultants issued Site Instructions as required, changes in scope were negotiated with the Trades if needed, then construction was completed. Achieving building occupancy and constructing all 284 residential condos was the focus, to have the purchasers move in and the remaining monies be paid to the Owners. As part of this process, prepared and published monthly financial statements and cost tracking. Reviewed the tenant fit out packages and confirmed work was completed as per the agreements.

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Residential

Commercial

thlcmca on October 30, 2024

Scope

THL staff became involved when the project was 80% complete, well over budget, and dramatically behind schedule. Contacted by the Owner to find solutions to the issues holding up the project, then implement these solutions to bring the project to closure. The ongoing monthly project overhead cost (“burn rate”) was over $150,000.

Solution

Critical issues delaying construction involved resolving over 200 major issues. Challenging technical solutions were developed by working with the consultant team and trades. Then the consultants issued Site Instructions as required, changes in scope were negotiated with the Trades if needed, then construction was completed. All work was overseen by our team.

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Residential

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55 Thompson, North Bay

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600 Dixon Road, Toronto

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41 George St. Brampton

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165 Elm Ridge, Toronto

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