SOLUTION

WJE began with an initial hands-on condition assessment from suspended scaffold at representative locations around the building and adjacent roof surfaces. Based on these findings, the extent of conditions requiring repair were quantified for budgeting purposes, and the scope of work for facade restoration was tailored to the owner’s budget requirements based on the priorities identified by WJE. The restoration design was also sensitive to the requirements of Philadelphia’s facade inspection and historic preservation regulations.

During construction, WJE performed a 100 percent hands-on condition assessment and worked collaboratively with the contractor to monitor the utilization of the repair allowances that were identified prior to the start of the project. Reallocation of the allowances in real time during construction permitted additional work to be completed beyond the initial scope, which was supported by the owner’s commitment to maximizing the impact of the repair project and reducing required maintenance over a longer term. At the conclusion of the two-year project, WJE developed as-built drawings documenting the work that was performed for future reference.