Construction and Engineering Awards 2020

65 Construction & Engineering Awards 2020 BUILD BUILD Construction & Engineering Awards 2020 64 s a leading Nigerian building engineering services company, MAR&MOR continues to grow with a strong reputation for delivering quality, fully integrated building services installations and solutions. To start, Gboyega provides us with a brief overview of the firm and offers more insight into some of its specialisms. “As a whole, our primary goal is to meet customers’ construction needs through quality work and successful long-term relationships while ultimately providing client satisfaction. Typically, we design, procure, install, and maintain Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning systems (HVAC), water/ sewage treatment, firefighting and water supply systems as well as electrical power supply and distribution, network and communication systems to meet and surpass industry standards.” Understanding the requirements which are unique to each task is a fundamental part of the firm’s project management process, and as Gboyega goes on to explain, by implementing an effective management system the team have been able to establish a client’s expectations for project scope, budget, and schedule. “Naturally, we understand that excellence in project delivery is achieved through effective management and oversight of each project’s unique processes. Our step by step processes generally include a project requirement definition, design drawing management, development of a project management plan, analysis of delivery method, implementation stage management and project commissioning.” Recently, MAR&MOR Engineering concluded the Cornerstone Tower Project in Lagos, Nigeria. However, despite completing the project, the team encountered challenges along the way as Gboyega explains further. “One of the obstacles we had to overcome during this project was forex fluctuation, but we were able to manage this within the project, and even delivered the project within the stipulated project timeline and budget. “As a company, we are particularly proud of the fact that this project is LEED certified. From the outset, this was not the client’s major focus, however within the project this need Best Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Services Company - Nigeria Established in 2009, MAR&MOR Engineering Services Limited is a building services engineering company with expertise in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Plumbing Solutions, and Fire Services. Following their success in the Construction & Engineering Awards 2020, we caught up with Gboyega Amao, the Managing Director to find out more. A Sep20568 became a key focus. Being a flexible company that ultimately looks out for the satisfaction of our client, meant we were able to make this happen.” With so many competing businesses in the region able to offer similar services, Gboyega believes adequate planning and flexibility is the key to MAR&MOR Engineering remaining one step ahead of its closest competitors. “No matter how small the brief, we will not take a step without charting our course. That is why we anticipate challenges before they arise and keep maintenance and support costs low. Guided by standard principles and values, we believe every client should also be treated differently and special as the client requirements demand.” Currently, it is an exciting time to be a part of the African construction sector with massive opportunities for growth which Gboyega is clearly encouraged by. “The Africa construction market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.4% over the forecast period, 2019 – 2024. As the target destination for most large economies, Africa and in particular West Africa, is gearing up for massive growth in urbanisation and infrastructure development. Having overtaken East Africa by attracting 23% of total investments in African projects, with a value of almost $75 billion, opportunities in the West African construction industries are in the spotlight. Construction accounts for 16% of the total GDP in Africa’s largest economy, Nigeria, West Africa’s economic epicentre.” Finally, Gboyega comments on the future of MAR&MOR Engineering as we look ahead to the new year. “In the years to come, MAR&MOR will grow to be the leader in the M.E.P.F services industry in Nigeria and transform the West Africa region by 2021. For the coming year, we have projected a revenue of $300,000,000.00, and as we are currently expanding operations to other West African member states, including Senegal, these are exciting times for the business.” Company: MAR&MOR Engineering Services Limited Contact: Gboyega Amao Web Address: www.marandmor.com Best Construction Force Augmentation Consultancy - USA s honest and hardworking people, The Plato Group have offered comprehensive services to suit all construction needs since 2012. Throughout the years, the firm have not only built an impressive portfolio of work, but also a loyal client base and countless positive reviews which highlight the extraordinary work the team at The Plato Group effortlessly provide. To start, Jennifer begins by giving us a brief overview of the firm and offers of an more insight into its typical client base. “Leading the way in force augmentation, we have subject matter experts supporting diverse missions for the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Interior, Naval Facilities Engineering Command, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Naturally, we focus on military construction projects, providing oversight and management personnel, meeting the exacting qualification standards of the U.S. agencies responsible for these taxpayer- funded projects”. Operating in the construction industry often brings fierce competition to the table, but as Jennifer goes on to explain, implementing a client-focused approach has been a key factor behind the firm rising to the forefront of the industry. “At The Plato Group we constantly strive to help clients improve their process and quality of work. With our team of subject matter experts in military, construction, and government procurement, we are devoted to the best interests of our clients. Our motto is Semper Praesens (Always Present), and as a key component, our personnel are committed to every project, every time”. Bringing the interview to a close, Jennifer signs off by commenting on the future of The Plato Group and even shares one or two plans which the firm have in place for the remainder of 2020 and beyond. “Currently, we are providing management personnel for the construction of a new clubhouse for the West Point Golf Course at the US Military Academy which is a big project of ours. Looking ahead to what the future holds, we will continue to expand regionally so we can serve more private-sector general contractors.” Ultimately the future looks bright for The Plato Group as they continue their meteoric rise to success, further establishing themselves in the industry as one of the best construction force augmentation consultancies in the USA today. Company: The Plato Group Contact: Jennifer Plato Web: www.plato.group A Based in Texas, The Plato Group is a multi-faceted contractor specialising in force augmentation. Following their recent success in the Construction & Engineering Awards 2020, we caught up with the firm’s Jennifer Plato to find out more about the extraordinary work the team at The Plato Group provide and how they have built a reputation for being one of the best construction force augmentation consultancies operating in the industry. Aug20378