CLIENT RECOMMENDATIONS
"Sim/Tech
has championed the writing and approval of Basis of Design (BOD) documents
that we take to regulatory agencies and to management to get buy-in. Sim/Tech
provided guidance through the design process, and they managed the construction
process effectively. They anticipate construction problems, warn us of
the problems, and help us devise remedies. All the while, Sim/Tech has
been very responsive to our needs. They strive for and achieve the highest
quality work. Most importantly, they understand what is meant by a "turn-over
date". They make it happen."
—Frederick A. Johnson, Ph.D. - Avigen click
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"The work that you and your management company did to complete the
improvements… was quite exceptional." "Considering the
tight schedule we imposed on ourselves for the improvements required to
move… I was surprised we completed on time." "I will always
consider Sim/Tech first for all of our future construction needs."
—Larry B. Cox - Isys (now Cognex-Isys)
"Sim/Tech
has provided efficient and professional preconstruction, construction,
and commissioning services for our pilot manufacturing, laboratory and
office facilities. The projects ranged in complexity and cost and each
was successful in achieving our corporate goals. Simon has a great wealth
of knowledge in the area of construction and especially highly technical
biotechnology facilities. His expertise and leadership enhanced the project
team. His focus for budget and schedule is in the clients best interest
and we have benefited."
—Michael Mainini - Scios Nova Inc.
"I want
to congratulate you on what promises to be yet another very successful
effort. Your grasp of the crucial issues-schedule, coordination, and cost
efficiency has allowed us to satisfy Somatix's requirements within a very
narrow time frame. Your in-depth knowledge of all issues related to Laboratory
construction was critical to an effective decision making process. I feel
Sim/Tech is a uniquely qualified organization. Clients receive tremendous
value, well beyond those services typically expected from a General Contractor.
Furthermore, they can rely on your performance and trust that their interests
will be well served."
—Robert Baum - Baum|Thornley Architects regarding Somatix Therapy
Corporation project
"The
work performed was done to our full satisfaction even though it had to
be done under difficult conditions. In one case, we saved more than 10%
on the project estimate."
—Chaim Gur-Arieh - California Brand Flavors
"I would
like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation for the time
and the careful thought you have put into each of our construction projects.
It is the consensus here at Somatix that you have played a large role
in the success of these projects as well as the decision making process
to get there. We know that with you involved, construction will proceed
smoothly with minimum impact on the day-to-day operations and will be
completed on time within budget constraints. I must admit that I consider
you not just as a contractor, but as part of the Somatix operations team.
I will look forward to working with you further on the rest of our planned
facility expansions."
—Claude Miller - Somatix Therapy Corporation
"All
of us at Taymor wish to thank you and your team for the fine job you did.
Not only did you complete the project faster than expected and under budget,
but you also assisted us in securing a choice location plus long term
financing. It has been a pleasure working with Sim/Tech."
—N.L. Zalkow - Taymor Industries
"I feel
that the conscientious efforts of yourself and your field staff contributed
greatly to the construction of tenant improvements for PIXAR, which display
both good design and quality workmanship. In addition, the fast track
schedule, which was accelerated to less than eleven weeks, has met with
a relatively minor amount of overtime costs." "...cost and schedule
are the two criteria which determine the success of the project. The management
and construction practices, which Sim/Tech employed at PIXAR's new 43,000
sq. ft. facility, enabled our client (PIXAR) to move into their new facility
on time and into an atmosphere which will benefit their operations."
"...I hope to be able to work with you again in the future."
—Al Sever - Don L. Beck Associates, Inc. regarding PIXAR Studios
project
"I would
like to thank you for your successful design and construction of our volatiles
laboratory. Flexible design, swift completion, and cost constraints were
sensitive issues in the selection process. I am happy to tell you that
we were extremely pleased with your performance. Sim/Tech was able to
achieve our objectives by being very flexible in the design stage, completing
construction quickly, and keeping this project within budget. We have
several projects over the next three years ...and I look forward to our
continued association. We will highly recommend you to others."
—Robert P. Di Rienzo - B C Analytical
"...I
want to congratulate you on the excellent job Sim/Tech did in meeting
budget, schedule and quality for the Department of Health Services Toxics
offices." "...this was a very ambitious schedule. With your
construction management skills and excellent choices of subcontractors,
you were able to complete 44,000 sq. ft. of office space in 8 weeks. Our
review ...shows a high level of quality workmanship, extra care and attention
to details that make for a successful project."
—Milton Morgan - Morgan Associates regarding Department of Health
Services Toxics offices
"…the
expedited completion ...surpassed their expectations." "You
helped establish our budget and determine alternatives for obtaining design-build
services on this building renovation." "…clarified criteria
that total prices were known with minimal contingency." "…met
our required completion date even though permits were issued one month
late. Furthermore, you accomplished this without increasing the component
costs of subcontract construction even though there was considerable overtime."
"Yet, the bottom line is the quality of your company's performance...
pride of this project's accomplishment based upon the design and construction
you delivered."
—Marc Kasky & Robert De Goff - Fort Mason Foundation
"Being
an architect in Philadelphia and having a project in California"
"….was pleased to find how easily we communicated. I have great
admiration for you and your company in providing the support, the technical
ability, and the quality construction that was needed. This has been one
of the most memorable work experiences of my career and I hope we have
the opportunity to work together again."
—Robert L. Owen - Architect regarding Bay Cablevision (now TCI)
project