Services
Pre-Construction Services for Agri-Industrial Projects
Strategic planning, feasibility analysis, budget development, and site evaluation that sets your grain elevator, feed mill, biofuel, or agri-industrial facility project up for success — before a dollar is committed to construction.
Why Pre-Construction Matters
Decisions Made Early Cost Less Later
Industry research consistently shows that 80% of a project’s total cost is determined in the first 20% of the project timeline. Todd & Sargent’s pre-construction services front-load the intelligence, planning, and collaboration that drives better outcomes throughout every subsequent phase of your project.
Feasibility Studies
We evaluate the technical, regulatory, and economic viability of your proposed facility or expansion — including site suitability, utility availability, environmental constraints, zoning requirements, and
rough-order-of-magnitude budgeting — before you commit to full-scale development.
Site Analysis & Selection
Our civil and structural engineers assess candidate sites for soil conditions, bearing capacity, drainage patterns, access road requirements, utility infrastructure, zoning compliance, and proximity to rail, road, and water transportation. We help you choose the right site for long-term operational efficiency.
Preliminary Budget Development
Using historical data from hundreds of agri-industrial construction projects combined with current material pricing, labor rates, and equipment costs, we develop detailed preliminary budgets that give you realistic cost expectations and defensible project economics early in the decision process.
Master Project Scheduling
We develop comprehensive master project schedules identifying critical path activities, long-lead procurement items, seasonal construction windows, and regulatory timeline dependencies. Knowing your schedule constraints before design begins is essential for protecting your operational startup target date.
Permitting & Regulatory Support
Our team identifies every required permit — building, environmental, stormwater, air quality, dust management, and utility — and develops a permitting strategy calibrated to your project timeline. We coordinate directly with authorities having jurisdiction on your behalf.
Value Engineering
Pre-construction is the highest-leverage phase for value engineering. Our integrated team of engineers, estimators, and project managers reviews every design concept for cost-efficiency opportunities that preserve function and performance while reducing capital cost.
Pre-Construction Deliverables
What You Receive from Our Pre-Construction Phase
Every Todd & Sargent pre-construction engagement produces a defined set of deliverables that give project owners the information they need to make confident go/no-go and design decisions.
Site evaluation report and geotechnical investigation summary
Conceptual facility layout and preliminary process flow diagrams
Detailed preliminary project budget with line-item breakdown
Master project schedule with milestones and critical path identification
Permit identification matrix and regulatory submission strategy
Long-lead equipment and structural steel procurement plan
Utility and infrastructure assessment report
Value engineering options and alternatives analysis
Risk register with probability ratings and mitigation strategies
Project delivery method recommendation (design-build vs. design-bid-build)
Regional workforce and subcontractor availability analysis
Preliminary construction phasing and logistics plan
Pre-Construction FAQs
When should I engage Todd & Sargent for pre-construction services?
The earlier the better. Pre-construction services are most valuable when engaged during the project evaluation phase, before significant design or financial commitments have been made. Even a preliminary feasibility study can save significant cost by identifying site, regulatory, or budget issues before they become expensive problems.
Does pre-construction engagement commit me to using Todd & Sargent for construction?
Pre-construction engagements are structured as separate agreements. Many owners use our pre-construction services to validate project viability and develop a budget, then proceed to a design-build or construction contract with us. We are transparent about this flexibility from the beginning.
How long does a pre-construction phase typically take?
A pre-construction phase for a new grain or feed facility typically takes 4–12 weeks depending on scope. Simple feasibility studies can be completed faster. Projects requiring extensive site analysis, geotechnical investigation, or complex regulatory review may take longer.
Invest in Planning. Save on Construction.
Contact our pre-construction team to discuss feasibility, budgeting, or site evaluation for your next agri-industrial facility project.
