Challenge: Peak was challenged with constructing a new business park, including site work and infrastructure, and two (2) speculative warehouse facilities, along with coordinated highway upgrades and turn lanes. The site contained wetlands and did not have gas availability onsite. Additionally, Peak was entering a new geographical market and thereby establishing relationships with subcontractors and navigating local municipalities and understanding their processes.
Solution: At the start of the project, Peak worked intimately with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) regarding the Highway 78 upgrades and two (2) new turn lanes into the park. The team frequently communicated with regular updates and transparent collaboration to ensure alignment of expectations during the project. The project site was swampy and contained protected wetlands. Peak assembled a strong team including both testing and earthwork subcontractors to mitigate. Cement stabilization was selectively used in crucial areas, followed by onsite testing and approval processes to ensure a stable subgrade, all while maintaining the wetlands. No gas was available onsite, so the team installed propane tanks to temporarily meet energy needs – 15,000 gallon tank for Building 1 and three (3) 1,000 gallon tanks for Building 2. Entering a new geographical market necessitated clear and consistent communication with the county and subcontractor team, which was critical to establish the new relationships. Peak exerted a significant effort to invest in building these relationships within the local community to foster trust and collaboration. Ultimately, Peak successfully delivered the park and gained new long-lasting relationships within the community.
