How early planning helped Westshore Vehicle Storage keep its expansion moving
When Westshore Vehicle Storage needed more room to meet growing demand, the path seemed straightforward: expand the facility and create additional capacity for customers.
But before construction could move ahead, the project team had to address a challenge below the surface. Underground electric facilities were located where improvements were planned.
It’s the kind of infrastructure challenge that can complicate a construction project if discovered too late. For Westshore Vehicle Storage, identifying it early created an opportunity to plan accordingly and keep the expansion moving forward.
Solving for what’s underground
During the early stages of the project, the team determined that underground electric facilities would need to be relocated to accommodate the planned improvements.
Working with Spring Engineering, Tampa Electric coordinated with the project team to align infrastructure work with the broader construction schedule. Addressing the relocation early helped reduce the risk of delays and supported a smoother expansion process.
Keeping the project moving
Large projects often involve multiple organizations, timelines and moving parts. Clear communication and collaboration can make all the difference.
For Westshore Vehicle Storage, coordination among project partners helped keep the expansion on track and position the business for future growth.
"Tampa Electric's responsiveness, collaboration and focus on problem-solving helped keep our project on track and supported our client's continued growth," said Richard M. Bekesh, AIA, president of Spring Engineering Inc. "They were valued partners every step of the way."
Planning today for tomorrow’s growth
Westshore Vehicle Storage's expansion represents an investment in the future of its business and its ability to serve a growing customer base.
It also offers useful insights for other businesses considering construction, expansion or site improvement: some of the most important project considerations may not be visible above ground. Bringing key partners together early can help identify infrastructure needs, reduce risks and avoid costly delays.
By planning ahead and working collaboratively, Westshore Vehicle Storage successfully created room for future growth while keeping its project moving forward.
Planning a construction or expansion project? Learn how Tampa Electric can help you prepare for your energy needs at TampaElectric.com/Construction.