The City of Greer’s Facilities Team manages 63 diverse structures spread across various locations, presenting unique logistical challenges due to the separation of facilities. The custodial staff ensures all city buildings are thoroughly cleaned and maintained, while also supporting city events by keeping spaces clean and ready for use. The maintenance team handles repairs, oversees subcontractors, and ensures facilities remain in optimal condition, contributing to the smooth operation of city services and events.

The City of Greer's projects team oversees the planning, design, execution, and completion of capital projects and improvements. They ensure projects are aligned with organizational priorities by defining objectives, engaging professional designers, selecting qualified contractors, and monitoring construction to maintain quality and compliance. Their work concludes with inspections and final approvals to deliver efficient, high-quality, and lasting results.

1. Pre-Design

• Scope of Work: The specific objectives and deliverables of the project are defined, establishing clear parameters to guide subsequent phases.

• Requirement Gathering: Detailed input is collected from stakeholders, including operational needs, regulatory compliance, and budgetary considerations, to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.

2. Design

• Professional Services: Qualified design professionals, including architects and engineers, are engaged to develop plans and specifications.

• RFQ and RFP Process: Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) or Requests for Proposals (RFP) are issued to select service providers based on expertise, approach, and value.

• Submittal: Design documents are reviewed and approved to ensure compliance with the defined scope of work and requirements.

3. Contractor Acquisition

• Monitoring Subcontractor Entities: Subcontractor qualifications are evaluated and verified to maintain project standards.

• Adhering to Scope of Work: Contractors and subcontractors operate within the established scope, maintaining quality and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

4. Closeout

• Punch List: Outstanding items or deficiencies are identified and addressed before project completion.

• Inspection: Final inspections are conducted to confirm that all work has been completed to specifications and standards, ensuring readiness for operational use.