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construction , there are always variables that are completely out of our control : weather , shortages , utility timeline delays , and many other things . It ’ s how we work together to push forward through these challenges that matters the most .”
The business takes this one step further by also ensuring that relationships with its supply chain network are just as strong . “ We love nurturing long-term relationships with subcontractors and suppliers . Those professional relationships are extremely valuable when something goes wrong such as weather delays , delayed product deliveries , material shortages , unavailability of products , or whatever it happens to be . When you have a positive history with the trades , vendors , subcontractors , suppliers , and team members and we need help overcoming a problem they are willing to do so ,” Emily expresses .
Circular construction
When asked about sustainability , the team of leaders respond by outlining that the quality of McCON ’ s work speaks to the inherent nature of keeping its carbon footprint as small as it can . “ A huge part of our values means building it right and never cutting corners . This applies to everything from sitework , concrete , foundations , landscaping , utilities , and especially the building itself . Doing things the right way means the building will last as long as possible . A simple example is avoiding ‘ dead air ’ spaces where mold can grow , causing building materials to fail .
“ We use climate-resilient building materials as applicable to each area of the country . For example , the methods of construction for masonry allow for dry stack masonry in the south , but that method can fail in the states where it freezes . Another example is that the materials used for vapor barriers vary widely from northern to southern states . Being aware of and following these standards not only ensures proper compliance with local building codes but also ensures the building will stand the test of time .
“ Everyone is looking for ways to save energy . We have seen huge savings in energy use through LED lights , more efficient exhaust systems that are UL-rated for the application rather than oversized to meet code compliance requirements , and much more . We are testing DOAS make-up-air systems that can greatly reduce the amount of conditioned air needed , thus reducing electrical expenses by seven-to-ten percent . During restaurant remodels , we are changing all fixtures from fluorescent to LEDs to reduce energy consumption by another seven-to-ten percent ,” says Chris .
The conversation then comes to a close on the topic of the future , for which the three leaders share their optimism . With a strong number of projects in the pipeline , the trio looks forward to a busy few years ahead . “ Our remodel and double drive-thru projects allow for the optimization of resources and minimization of waste throughout the building life cycle . A buzzword we have been hearing so much recently is the concept of circular construction , but we have been putting this idea into action since the 1990s . Everyone brainstorms together to ensure spaces are used thoughtfully on every project .
“ Another goal we have as a business is to continue to become licensed in more cities and states around the country so we can grow into new locations as our clients wish to grow . Beyond that , we would like to build our team to increase capacity and enable us to respond to all of the requests for building projects that come our way . This means hiring more team members in every department both in the office and in the field ,” Emily concludes . ■
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