Pickering provided a full-time resident engineer and construction administration services for a new Future Electronics specialty distribution center Southaven, MS. The project included a 250,000 SF first floor and an 80,000 SF mezzanine. The construction administration services were for 40 hours per week for a period of eight months. The scope of services included: Act as Future Electronics' primary point of contact with the general contractor. Inspect construction periodically for compliance with contract documents and approved shop drawings. Document construction progress with weekly reports and photographs Issue bi-weekly progress report including any schedule revisions to Owner. Coordinate field and laboratory testing performed if these services are under direct contract with the Owner. Review test results for compliance with contract requirements. Review and coordinate issuance of Owner-generated purchase orders for construction materials. Meet weekly with contractor and his subcontractors to review work schedule and verify proper coordination by the general contractor. Advise Owner of actual or potential delays. Monitor all correspondence including proper shop drawing, submittals and approvals. Review, modify and/or recommend approval of contractor applications for payment as determined by project status and acceptability of work in place. Coordinate resolution of construction related problems involving the Owner, designer or regulatory agency when appropriate. Review and administer proposed Owner generated change orders. Provide input as to cost, need, constructability and schedule impact. Coordinate receipt and delivery to contractor of Owner supplied furnishings, fixtures and equipment. Coordinate system start-ups and check outs. Coordinate and lead final inspection and acceptance tests. Receive all system operations and maintenance manuals from the contractors and provide to the Owner. Monitor completion of Final Punch list items.

Construction Administration Southaven, MS Construction Cost $40 million with equipment $10 million building package Completion Date 2004