Post-frame construction is no longer just for agricultural barns. From large commercial car dealerships and strip malls to residential garages and barndominiums, post-frame offers versatile storage and shelter solutions.

With clear span trusses that allow open-concept layouts without load-bearing walls, pole barn construction has gained popularity. They boast energy-efficient benefits and are fast to construct. 

A pole building is a large financial investment, which is why it is important to select a post-frame company with which you are confident. Each company has pros and cons, so it is essential to understand what support you will have in each stage of the construction process.

Each company's project management capabilities can vary. This blog will discuss what FBi Buildings offers for comprehensive project management.

8 Benefits of Comprehensive Project Management

At FBi Buildings, we understand that constructing a new post-frame building or upgrading an existing one is a significant investment. That's why we offer Comprehensive Project Management to ensure your project runs smoothly from start to finish.  

Comprehensive Project Management means we handle every aspect of your construction project, so you don't have to. From the initial concept and design to the final walkthrough, our team oversees each phase with meticulous attention to detail. 

Compared to competitors, some only sell a DIY pole barn kit, others are smaller and just erect your building, or some have the same salesman who sold you the building to manage your project. 

Each has pros and cons, but having dedicated team members for each phase of the construction process ensures that your project has individuals dedicated to each step instead of trying to juggle multiple phases of the building process for multiple clients simultaneously.

1) Initial Consultation and Design

FBi Buildings wants you to build with confidence, which is why we offer multiple free resources. After reading our blogs, watching the Post Frame Channel on YouTube, and doing hours of research on pole barns, you may be curious whether your budget will allow for stone wainscoting or steel or a mansard overhang instead of a porch.

We encourage everyone to try our FREE 3D Design Online Tool. This allows you to try various sizes and color combinations and add them to your property with Google Earth.

Next, you can submit your design for a free quote. Our inside sales team will contact you to verify your information and connect you with a local Project Sales Consultant. They will connect with you to review the size and scope of your project. They will visit the building site and review any site prep your lot may need before construction can begin.

Once the initial design and project plan are determined, your Project Sales Consultant will give you a detailed quote and walk you through the estimate. From here, you can modify it if you want to add more windows or scale back the number of cupolas. Finalizing as many details as possible at this step is important to ensure future change orders do not add time and money to your overall project.

2) Design and Engineering

Not all post-frame companies have in-house engineers, which benefits our customers since most post-frame structures are unique. Whether you want to add a second floor, build a custom facade on the front, or ensure your building can withstand wind and snow loads, our engineers are here to help!

Our team is here to help collaborate and bring your custom pole barn dreams to life. They have 60 years of post-frame construction experience to help you navigate this process. Once your project is signed, you will start the next phase of your construction project.

3) Efficient Permitting Process

Permits need to be pulled before we can break ground. Our dedicated Pre-Construction Coordinator is pivotal in facilitating the preliminary phases of construction projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Securing building permits.
• Analyzing financing and contract particulars.
• Adeptly managing alterations to orders.
• Overseeing the resolution of any pending or absent details. 

Our Pre-Construction Coordinator will be your main contact through permit acquisition, is responsible for getting you building permits, and is your primary contact before a project manager is assigned.

4) Project Manager 

A Project Manager will be assigned to your project based on your location. They will be your main point of contact through the construction phase. 

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the construction execution and communicating about site readiness and schedule. The Project Manager may not be on the site during the construction phase but will work daily with the crew foremen to ensure a smooth construction experience. 

5) Procurement and Logistics

Our Remington, Indiana, location has multiple teams with which your project manager will work. First, they work with our purchasing team to procure the materials for your project.

Next, FBi Buildings builds multiple elements of your pole barn in-house. From constructing post-frame trusses to pre-drilling metal panels and packaging all necessary materials, we have processes in place to prepare and package all materials so that our crews can efficiently construct your project.

Next is the logistics of getting materials to your site. We have a fleet of drivers that will drop off materials and necessary equipment to construct, such as our QLYFT building system.

In addition, we have several drop lots across our territory. These facilities allow machines and materials to transport to your site quickly, thus saving you time and money.

6) Construction Management

Nothing is worse than spending thousands of dollars and getting flaky communication from a contractor. We eliminate that frustration by having a dedicated Project Manager who will keep your project aligned from the materials to the building process. We make it seamless.

We understand that changes will happen, so our project managers will assist with change orders as they arise and try to keep as close as possible to the project timeline. By having clear project goals and objectives, we can ensure deadlines are met, and you get the facility you desire.

Our Project Managers will keep you updated on your building schedule so you know what is happening with your project. You can also address any concerns, and our team will address them right away.

7) Quality Assurance

We understand that we might not be for everyone or fit everyone's budget, but quality materials are essential for every FBi building project. We use the best materials to ensure the structural integrity of each building we construct.

These include:

• Lifetime warranty screws
• Metal
• Lumber
• Paint

FBi Buildings takes pride in our work. That is why we have a warranty that is hard to beat! You can rest assured that your building is built to last.

8) Final Walkthrough

For most FBi Buildings projects, we build the shell, and a general contractor will help build out the remainder of your project. Some customers have us install batt insulation and steel interior liner wall and ceiling packages, while others subcontract interior finishes.

Once FBi Building's portion of your project is complete, our crew foreman will walk through it with you to ensure everything meets your expectations.

Why Choose FBi Buildings for Your Pole Barn Project?

FBi Building's Comprehensive Project Management is designed to make your life easier and your project more successful. FBi Buildings manages all aspects of your construction project, saving you time. By streamlining processes and ensuring efficient resource use, we help keep your project within budget. Our commitment to deadlines ensures your facility is ready for use as planned.

With our strong warranty and commitment to customer satisfaction, you can trust that your pole barn will be built to last. Don't settle for anything less than the best - choose FBi Buildings for your next construction project.

Ready to get started? Call us at (800) 552-2981 or click the button below for a free pole barn estimate.

Do you have more questions about pole barn project management that are not covered in this article? Please contact FBi Buildings at 1.800.552.2981 or click here to email us. If you are ready to get a price, click here to request a quote and a member of our sales team will call you.