Development + Construction Project Management for Growing Brands.
ABOUT REALM
We serve as your in-house project manager, guiding franchisees from lease signing to opening day with expert coordination, competitive bidding, and hands-on construction oversight.
Your Roadmap from Site Selection to Opening Day
WHY YOU WERE REFERRED
MOST FRANCHISEES ARE DOING THIS FOR THE FIRST TIME
You have a full-time job, family responsibilities, and a lot riding on the success of this new location. Most franchisees want to stay focused on pre-sales and preparing to launch, not coordinating contractors, interpreting design plans, or navigating city permitting. Your franchisor has seen the same challenges come up again and again. That's why they introduced you to Realm.
01
You're Doing This for the First Time
Buildouts involve a new language,design plans, contractor scopes, permit submittals, city comments. Even sharp, capable owners get tripped up by the technical details. We know the process cold so you don't have to learn it the hard way.
02
Design Mistakes Are Expensive
Missed brand requirements or layout errors don't surface until construction, when changes cost real money and real time. We align design with franchise standards from the start and review every set of drawings before they go out for bids.
03
Hiring a GC Too Early Will Cost You
Franchisees who bring on a contractor before running a competitive bid typically overpay by tens of thousands of dollars. We manage the bidding process, comparing scope, price, and schedule, so you get fair pricing and a realistic timeline.
04
Permitting Delays Trigger Rent Before Revenue
City review timelines vary widely, and missteps extend them further. A stalled permit means you're paying rent on a space you can't open yet. We manage every submittal and city touchpoint to move things as efficiently as possible.
OUR REACH
WHERE WE WORK
Active projects coast to coast across the country.
YOUR TEAM
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
Every project is supported by a dedicated two-person lead team, an Account Manager and a Project Manager, backed by specialists in permitting and construction. Your Account Manager is your primary point of contact. Your Project Manager owns the technical side. Both are looped in on your project from day one.
Account Manager
Coordinates communication across all parties, provides regular project updates, and ensures you always know where things stand. Your go-to for questions, timelines, and next steps.
Account Manager
Coordinates communication across all parties, provides regular project updates, and ensures you always know where things stand. Your go-to for questions, timelines, and next steps.
Project Manager
Oversees all technical construction details: drawing reviews, contractor coordination, schedule tracking, and draw request verification. Manages the day-to-day on the ground so you don't have to.
Project Manager
Oversees all technical construction details: drawing reviews, contractor coordination, schedule tracking, and draw request verification. Manages the day-to-day on the ground so you don't have to.
Permitting Specialist
Supports early-stage permitting and franchise coordination. Manages submittals, city communications, and keeps the permit process on track across jurisdictions.
Construction Specialist
Supports the Project Manager with construction-phase details: inspections, punch lists, contractor communication, and closeout documentation.
Permitting Specialist
Supports early-stage permitting and franchise coordination. Manages submittals, city communications, and keeps the permit process on track across jurisdictions.
Construction Specialist
Supports the Project Manager with construction-phase details: inspections, punch lists, contractor communication, and closeout documentation.
COMMON ROADBLOCKS
Even with experienced guidance, construction projects involve moving parts. These are the challenges that still come up, and how we handle them so they don't become your problem.
Existing Conditions
Hidden plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or structural issues can surface once construction begins. We work quickly with the architect and contractor to evaluate solutions and minimize schedule impact.
You're not managing this on your own, we respond fast and keep it moving.
Existing Conditions
Hidden plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or structural issues can surface once construction begins. We work quickly with the architect and contractor to evaluate solutions and minimize schedule impact.
You're not managing this on your own, we respond fast and keep it moving.
Drawing Revisions
New information from the city, landlord, or contractor sometimes requires plan updates mid-stream. We coordinate revisions between consultants and keep the project moving without letting it stall.
Revision cycles are normal. We manage them so they don't derail the schedule.
Drawing Revisions
New information from the city, landlord, or contractor sometimes requires plan updates mid-stream. We coordinate revisions between consultants and keep the project moving without letting it stall.
Revision cycles are normal. We manage them so they don't derail the schedule.
Permit & City Delays
Review timelines vary by jurisdiction, and city comments may require responses and revisions before approval. We stay engaged throughout — submitting, responding, and advocating for your project.
We've navigated hundreds of jurisdictions. We know how to keep things moving.
Permit & City Delays
Review timelines vary by jurisdiction, and city comments may require responses and revisions before approval. We stay engaged throughout — submitting, responding, and advocating for your project.
We've navigated hundreds of jurisdictions. We know how to keep things moving.
GC Scheduling & Material Delays
Labor availability, inspections, and long-lead materials can impact timelines. We monitor progress closely and communicate schedule impacts early so you're never caught off guard.
Early awareness means early action, not surprises at the finish line.
GC Scheduling & Material Delays
Labor availability, inspections, and long-lead materials can impact timelines. We monitor progress closely and communicate schedule impacts early so you're never caught off guard.
Early awareness means early action, not surprises at the finish line.
