Project Overview: This flagship project involved complete site preparation and development for Brand New Church’s ambitious expansion from a 15,000 square foot facility to a new 52,000 square foot worship center on an 8-acre site. This challenging project required extensive earthwork, including cutting back into a hillside approximately 12-15 feet deep while managing substantial rock excavation. The project showcased our ability to handle large-scale site development with efficiency and precision while maintaining an accelerated schedule that far exceeded typical industry timelines.
Services Provided:
- Full earthwork services
- Storm drainage installation
- Site staking and layout assistance for other subcontractors
Challenge & Solution: The 7-month project timeline was condensed to just 3.5 months for our scope of work through efficient planning and resource allocation. Our dedication to the schedule included working through challenging winter conditions, clearing snow when necessary, and strategic staging of materials to maintain productivity even in wet conditions.
Results:
- Completed our portion of the project in less than half the expected time
- Enabled 10-month total project completion by expediting our services
- Provided ongoing technical support to the general contractor throughout construction
- Site visibility led to several new projects from contractors who observed our efficiency and site management
Personal Connection: This project holds special significance for our founder, Stephan van der Merwe, who has been a member of Brand New Church since its early days. The church’s trust in our company to handle this important expansion—despite our being a relatively new contractor for projects of this scale—reflects the personal relationships and values that form the foundation of iHawl Construction.
