The Resources of a Large Firm with the Customer Service of a Small Company

Responsiveness, accessibility and attention to detail - clients of F.J. Sciame Construction Co., Inc. repeatedly characterize the firm by citing these three qualities. These traits, and more, have enabled Sciame to become the preeminent builder of highly designed and technically sophisticated projects. With its innovative ideas and techniques, the firm has satisfied clients throughout the Tri-State Area, earning numerous awards for its work.

Sciame has been a stand-out in the construction industry since opening its doors in 1975. A large part of the firm’s success stems from its belief that satisfying the client is the first priority. Sciame fulfills this commitment by making it a standard practice to complete projects within budget and on time.

This “client first” attitude cultivates a total team commitment within Sciame for each client and each project. Because of their extensive knowledge and experience, the team members at Sciame are capable of handling virtually any project. Their expertise has been applied to a broad range of projects in a variety of sectors, including:

· Educational Facilities

· Restaurants

· Retail Facilities

· Residential

· Historic Restorations

· Museums/Cultural Centers

· Corporate Interiors

· Research Complexes

· Medical Facilities

Sciame approaches each project with the goal of fostering a partnership that benefits all parties involved in the project – the owner, the owner’s representative, the architect, the engineer and other consultants. The Sciame project team stays with that client and project from concept to completion.

Where Building is an Art

Sciame strives to exceed the client’s expectations in terms of the design. “Where Building is an Art” has become a trademark of Sciame because of the company’s meticulous examination and evaluation of each detail of the project. CEO Frank Sciame’s sensitivity to, and appreciation for, quality and specialized design have become values of all the members of Sciame. The firm takes pride in making sure the design intent is realized by applying creative approaches to means and methods including the extensive use of mock-ups and by matching the proper trade or specialty subcontractor with each project. Excellent relationships with subcontractors allow Sciame to continually provide competitive pricing. An in-house database is utilized to control and monitor the company’s estimating, purchasing and procurement activity. The project manager handles all these responsibilities for the client – providing a single source of knowledge and responsibility throughout the project. This approach has consistently resulted in the firm’s ability to exceed client expectations and has maintained Sciame’s reputation as a company with the resources of a large firm, but the intimacy, agility and efficiency of a small company. These proven methods also translate into numerous award-winning projects, such as:

§ 2006 AIA New York Chapter Architecture Honor Award for the expansion and renovation of the Pierpont Morgan Library & Museum

§ 2005 Cultural Project of the Year Award for the Pierpont Morgan Library & Museum by McGraw Hill’s New York Construction magazine

§ 2006 Lucy G Moses Preservation Awards for the restoration of Historic Front Street in the South Street Seaport and the Center Section of Higgins Hall at Pratt Institute from the New York Landmarks Conservancy

The list of awards and honors for Sciame and its projects is extensive. While the accolades recognize Sciame accomplishments, it is still customer satisfaction that drives this firm.

Sciame’s organizational structure is crucial in enabling the firm to provide such a high level of customer satisfaction. The head of each of the firm’s multiple divisions leads a tight-knit team that is driven by the determination to succeed. While able to draw on the resources and expertise of the firm as a whole, each division focuses on its own specific projects. This provides an increased level of extensive experience and personal service to each client. This unique structure enables individuals within a division to rapidly develop their professional abilities. Innovation and creativity are encouraged within divisions as every team member works to efficiently solve the challenges of each particular project. While the divisions operate independently on the day-to-day project management, they all operate with the same Sciame ideals and goals. Division heads meet on a regular basis to share and compare ideas, methodologies, successes and other matters. Cross-divisional committees have been formed to study and refine company methods for project management, estimating/purchasing/procurement, cost management and field operations.

With the world of construction continuously undergoing changes, the best choice for any project is Sciame. The firm has the attitude, the people, the desire and the work ethic to make any project it works on a piece of art. Sciame has the internal structure and experience to adapt to any change and meet any challenge. For 31 years Sciame has been meeting and exceeding client expectations on project after project.