Beyond Assembly: Turn Metal Building Projects into a Competitive Advantage Through Collaboration

Frank Melo • April 9, 2025
Pre-engineered metal buildings represent a critical intersection of engineering precision and field execution within the complex world of commercial construction. When general contractors and engineering firms are looking for an ideal installation partner, they're making a decision that will impact everything from adhering to schedule to long-term building performance. Double Black Construction has positioned itself as more than just an assembly team – they've the strategic partner who transforms what could be project challenges into competitive advantages.

Technical Expertise Working on Your Behalf
Metal building systems have evolved into sophisticated engineered solutions that require construction teams to fully understand the complex details of making components work together and preparing the concrete foundation that can support the resulting load in any terrain. While pre-engineering has simplified on-site construction, it still requires a dependable and experienced team to best know how to execute the details of the plan. Double Black Construction bring its history of pre-engineering expertise to every project:
  • Specialized engineering knowledge: Their team includes professionals with specific knowledge in foundations, structural design and complex load paths that are unique to this form of structural production.
  • Advanced modeling integration: Capability to work directly with building information modeling (BIM) systems to identify interferences before they become field issues.

"What separates exceptional erectors is their ability to read between the lines of technical drawings," explains John Lohan, vice president of construction for Double Black. "Detecting potential issues before they impact the critical path requires both experience and technical depth that some teams simply don't possess." 

Risk Mitigation Through Precision Planning
For general contractors, sticking to schedule with absolutely certainty represents one of the most valuable project currencies. Double Black Construction has developed methods that minimize timeline risks:
  • Pre-installation verification: Thorough review of foundation and anchor bolt placement before materials arrive on site, preventing costly realignment delays.
  • Comprehensive material handling: Specialized equipment and protocols that eliminate material damage common with less experienced crews.
  • Weather contingency planning: Strategic phasing approaches that maximize productivity even during challenging conditions. [Read about how Double Black Construction is able to construct in extreme climates and during winter.]

Recent projects have demonstrated how this approach translates to measurable advantages. Double Black Construction completed a welding shop in Nanaimo, a storage shed in Langley and a jet fuel pump facility at Vancouver’s YVR airport that required overcoming mechanical complications and tight deadlines by demonstrating unified communication with clients to complete the projects on time and on budget.

Reliable Schedules Using Specialized Crews
The efficiency difference between general labor crews and specialized metal building installation tradespeople becomes most apparent when measuring production rates. Double Black Construction consistently delivers:
  • 30% faster completion rates using pre-engineering than for similar projects using traditional construction materials and methods,
  • Specialized, professional crews with dedicated teams focused specifically on preparing foundations, primary structural framing, and wall and roofing system components.

For general contractors, this translates directly to guaranteed project timelines that allow the client to begin operations exactly as planned.

Quality Assurance Systems That Deliver Certainty and Add Value
The Double Black Construction has developed proprietary quality control (QC) protocols with a goal to exceeding industry standards. The company’s leadership actively engages with engineering and design teams and applies strict QC culture to enhance project outcomes:
  • Progressive inspection methodology: Regular review of progress and documenting at each finished phase of installation rather than solely at completion
  • Dimensional control protocols: Laser-based verification systems that ensure alignment tolerances adhere to manufacturer specifications
  • Weathertight verification: Comprehensive testing of envelope systems before project completion.

"The key to successful projects comes down to organization and good punch lists," Lohan notes. "Punch lists serve as a critical quality control measure, ensuring all project elements are thoroughly reviewed, completed and inspected to the highest standard before final handover." 


Work with Us: Strategic Partnership, Not Just Subcontracted Labor
For general contractors and engineering firms facing the challenges of today's construction environment, the selection of an ideal metal building erector represents more than just a scope assignment – it's a strategic decision that impacts overall project success.

Double Black Construction has positioned itself as a true partner that brings specialized expertise, risk mitigation capabilities and measurable performance advantages to every project. By elevating building construction to a strategic advantage, they can become a strategic partner that will help increase your construction capacity, raise your competitive value and grow your business. When your next project demands certainty, expertise and excellence in metal building erection, Double Black Construction is a clear choice in delivering confidence.
To discuss these opportunities with Frank Melo and our leadership team, use our Contact Us page or speak with us directly at
(833) 322-2722. You're also welcome to email us at info@DoubleBlackConstruction.com so we can provide you with a free consultation.


About the author:
Frank Melo has a construction civil engineering technology and business background with over 25 years of experience as a business owner and contractor. He was born and educated in London, Ontario and now divides his time between projects primarily in Ontario and British Columbia. He can be contacted at Double Black Construction at (778) 951-4766 or by email at frank@doubleblackconstruction.com or through LinkedIn.

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