We offer Design and Supervision Service as a leading consultancy dedicated to guiding building and infrastructure projects from concept through completion. As shareholders in AEX—a major design group specializing in architectural, structural, civil, and infrastructure projects—LACC brings unmatched expertise and experience to your project. Our team of expatriates, together with our highly experienced local engineers, are based in Nigeria, working directly on-site to provide real-time coordination and supervision. We are not acting from abroad; our experts are on the ground, offering solutions and ensuring seamless project delivery without complications.
Our role as consultants is to act as your trusted advisor, coordinating with your representatives and supervising the contractor’s work on-site. We validate shop drawings, approve materials, oversee the contractor’s performance, and ensure that all works are executed according to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
Our commitment is to keep you in control of your project’s outcome without burdening you with complexities. We focus on delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the specified quality, ensuring a smooth process and successful results.
We offer flexible financial arrangements, including Fixed Fees, Percentage of Construction Cost, Hourly Rates, or Retainer Agreements, tailored to suit your project needs. Our mission is to act as your dedicated consultant, providing expert supervision and coordination that aligns with your vision and ensures a win-win outcome for all stakeholders.
We start each project with a comprehensive concept design and feasibility study to ensure your vision is viable and aligned with market, regulatory, and technical requirements. Our designs balance innovation with practicality, creating solutions that inspire confidence and drive project success.
Concept Development and Visioning: Our team collaborates closely with you to translate your ideas into innovative design concepts that reflect your project’s unique goals.
Feasibility Studies and Site Analysis: We conduct thorough feasibility studies and site analyses, assessing site conditions, regulatory constraints, and technical requirements to ensure project viability.
Preliminary Design and Cost Estimation: We provide preliminary design options and cost estimates to align the project with your budget, helping you make informed decisions from the start.
Our detailed design and documentation services ensure that every aspect of your project is meticulously planned and fully documented. We provide integrated design solutions across all disciplines to create cohesive, buildable designs.
Architectural Design and Space Planning: Our architectural team creates detailed designs that maximize space, enhance aesthetics, and meet functional requirements.
Structural and Civil Engineering Design: We deliver comprehensive structural and civil designs that ensure the integrity, stability, and safety of your project.
Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Design: Our MEP designs incorporate efficient, sustainable systems that optimize building performance and reduce operational costs.
Detailed Drawings and Specifications: We produce complete sets of detailed drawings and technical specifications that guide the construction process, ensuring clarity and precision in execution.
As your consultant, we provide design coordination and management to ensure seamless integration across all project disciplines. Our proactive approach minimizes conflicts, streamlines communication, and ensures all stakeholders are aligned.
Multi-Disciplinary Design Integration: We oversee the integration of architectural, structural, and MEP designs, ensuring a cohesive approach that addresses all project needs.
Stakeholder Coordination and Communication: Our team coordinates with all project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies, to keep everyone informed and aligned.
Value Engineering and Design Optimization: We perform value engineering to refine designs, enhancing quality while reducing costs and maximizing project value.
Navigating regulatory requirements is critical to project success. We manage all aspects of compliance, ensuring your project meets local standards and obtains the necessary approvals.
Regulatory Review and Permitting: We handle the review and submission of design documents to obtain necessary permits, keeping your project on track with local regulations.
Building Code and Standards Compliance: Our designs adhere to all relevant building codes and standards, ensuring your project is fully compliant from the start.
Environmental and Safety Compliance: We incorporate environmental and safety standards into our designs, addressing all requirements to secure approvals.
As consultants, our supervision service ensures that the contractor’s work is executed in accordance with the design, specifications, and quality standards. We validate shop drawings, approve materials, and oversee the contractor’s performance to ensure compliance.
On-Site Supervision and Inspection: Our supervisors are on-site to monitor the contractor’s work, inspect ongoing activities, and ensure adherence to design specifications and quality standards.
Validation of Shop Drawings and Material Approvals: We review and validate shop drawings, approve materials, and ensure they meet the project’s requirements before installation.
Receiving and Acceptance of Works: We oversee the receipt and acceptance of completed works, ensuring all elements meet the defined quality and compliance standards.
We provide continuous monitoring and detailed reporting to keep clients informed of project progress, ensuring transparency and proactive management.
Project Progress Tracking: We track all phases of the project, providing regular updates on design, construction, and budget status to keep you fully informed.
PI Monitoring and Performance Evaluation: Our team monitors key performance indicators to ensure project milestones are met, adjusting strategies as needed to maintain progress.
Client Communication and Reporting: We maintain open lines of communication, providing clear, concise reports that summarize progress, challenges, and next steps.
We oversee all contract administration tasks, ensuring that agreements between the client and contractor are executed correctly and that any changes or claims are managed efficiently.
Contract Administration: We manage contract execution, ensuring compliance with terms and addressing any changes that arise during the project.
Change Order Management: Our team handles change orders efficiently, evaluating their impact on scope, schedule, and budget to minimize disruptions.
Claims and Dispute Resolution: We assist in managing claims and resolving disputes between the client and contractor, ensuring fair outcomes that keep the project on track.
We ensure a smooth and organized project closeout, managing the final inspections, testing, commissioning, and handover to ensure your project is fully operational and ready for use.
Final Inspections and Punch Lists: We conduct final inspections and manage punch lists to ensure all aspects of the project are completed to the highest standards.
Testing, Commissioning, and System Validation: Our team oversees the testing and commissioning of building systems, ensuring everything operates as designed.
Handover Documentation and Training: We provide complete handover documentation and training to your operational team, ensuring a smooth transition from construction to operation.
Our support continues after construction, offering maintenance advisory services and performance evaluations to ensure your project remains at peak performance.
Maintenance Planning and Support: We provide maintenance planning and advisory services to keep your facility in optimal condition.
Performance Monitoring and Optimization: Our team conducts post-construction performance evaluations, offering recommendations for enhancements and optimizations.
Warranty and Defects Management: We manage warranty periods, addressing any defects promptly to maintain the quality and integrity of your project.