DAVISREED CONSTRUCTION
As Group Manager at DavisReed , Derek Krider is overseeing a major expansion of the iconic Waterfront Beach Resort at Huntington Beach , California , and is doing so using the latest technology , bringing together talents of all ages and stages of development . Furthermore , the company is leveraging innovations in construction methods and supply chain management to deliver the project on time and on budget .
The Waterfront Beach Resort Project DavisReed ’ s remit is to add 152 new hotel rooms to the existing 290 guestroom hotel , of which 106 will be suites . Furthermore , the whole complex will be renewed through a number of tasteful additions , including ballrooms , meeting spaces , pre-function areas , a new swimming pool , outdoor function lawns , new restaurants , a pool bar , and even a roof top lounge .
Additionally , the existing hotel is being renovated . This work
“ Frankly , after you ensure the skill and expertise is there , it ’ s all about chemistry ”
– Derek Krider , Group Manager
includes revamping the lobby and Porte Cochere , adding a new spa , refurbishing back of house spaces , and reforming the restaurant and sundries store . A completely new bar and restaurant space will also be added , and the swimming pool and surrounding patios will also be completely renovated . The gross area for expansion will stand at 307,230 square
of construction completed by the start of 2018 .
feet with all phases
“ This is a GMP project where we have taken a collaborative , open-book approach with the owner ,” Krider explains . “ The on-site ownership team is extremely knowledgeable and construction savvy . Their expertise and understanding has contributed to a fully synergistic environment where
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