Commercial Construction
Commercial Construction Manager, Design Build, and General Contractor
Creating a functional, yet practical, space for businesses can be a delicate process. The work environment of your commercial space has a direct impact on your business’s performance. That is why we work hard to deliver high-quality service for commercial construction projects that are thoughtful, timely and cost-effective.
BCI Construction has a reputation for delivering such projects through exceptional planning, development, and management. As a trusted Minnesota commercial building company, we work hard to establish good communication between the owners, professional service teams, subcontractors, and vendors in a collaborative manner that yields positive success over, and over, again.
Our team is well-versed in commercial construction projects, from creating a functional retail or office space to intricate construction and remodeling designs. We consider all the building elements that are important to a space, such as energy efficiency, aesthetics, functionality, durability, maintenance, security, and much more. Our company has completed countless retail and office construction projects across Minnesota. We have worked to build a positive reputation for new construction, remodeling, and renovation for restaurants, retail spaces, entertainment venues, offices, and many other commercial businesses.
What Is Commercial Construction?
Commercial construction describes the process of building structures where businesses can operate and provide their products or services to the public. The look and location of your commercial space can play a big role in a company's success. The commercial construction process is the culmination of thoughtful collaboration between multiple teams and professionals. The process should end with the raising of a space where businesses can work to serve their communities.
Difference Between Commercial and Residential Construction
Commercial and residential construction sound similar on their face, but there are important differences between each type of project. Here are the key details of what makes commercial construction different from residential construction:
- The outline and flow of the buildings are different. The main focus of commercial construction is to create a functional place for businesses to work from, while residential spaces are made for people to live in.
- Commercial projects are generally larger in scale and scope than residential construction projects.
- Because of their size, commercial projects often take longer and cost more money to complete.
- Commercial construction requires specialized skills and expertise. Different types of facilities need specific equipment, materials, and permits not necessary for residential buildings to fulfill their operations. Insurance also becomes more complex because of these requirements.
Our Commercial Projects
Take a look at a few of our completed commercial construction projects below:
Retail Spaces
Entertainment Venues
Levels of Commercial Construction
Commercial construction projects can be described in three categories depending on their size and complexity. These variables will define the construction timeline and the costs of the project.
Small, Mid, and Large-Scale Projects
Small-Scale Construction Projects
Small-scale construction projects are any renovations, repairs, or installations that don't transform a building's design or overall footprint. These projects usually take less time and fewer crew members to complete. Examples of small-scale construction projects include installing windows, office remodels, or system upgrades.
Mid-Scale Construction Projects
Medium-scale construction projects expand the capabilities of a commercial building by reinforcing structures or adding new facilities, such as an additional floor or wing for a pre-established structure. Major interior renovations also count as mid-scale projects. Projects at this scale tend to take at least several months to complete.
Large-Scale Construction Projects
Large-scale construction is any project that significantly changes the design of a building or creates a brand-new structure. The BCI construction crew will work with the property owner to craft a building that lives up to their vision down to the finest detail. Large-scale projects are much more complex and take more preparation, development, and collaboration to execute. Specialized equipment or local permits may also be needed to begin construction.
Building can be an overwhelming experience if you don't have the right partners. BCI Construction is one of the top construction companies in Minnesota because our teams combine construction expertise with a sincere commitment to putting our client's interests at the heart of every decision. Contact us today to start the building process and bring your construction dreams to life.
Did you know?
BCI has worked with the following national chains and many more:
Applebee’s
Bath & Body
Burger King
Chipotle
Cost Cutters
Express
Erbert’s & Gerbert’s
Grizzly’s
Papa Murphy’s
Anytime Fitness
Scheels
MidCountry Bank
Minnwest Bank
Kinko’s
Krispy Kreme
McDonald’s
Eddie Bauer
US Bank
Wells Fargo