W R Newman and Associates

Pre-construction planning starts with a detailed, cost-effective construction plan. W. R. Newman & Associates provides construction management, design-build, and pre-construction services for construction projects. Its management work includes scheduling, value engineering, and coordination with owners on cost- and time-effective solutions. The design-build service brings design and construction together, with the company noting that its principals include a licensed architect and engineer. During pre-construction, the team develops estimates and tracks project costs, reviews designs for accuracy and efficiency, and prepares contract packages. The firm works with clients at different levels of involvement, from managing construction while owners handle other responsibilities to planning and building a project. It is based in Nashville.