PHOTO: AERO PHOTO things, the Nexans project model seems a viable alterna- tive. “YPS tends to build relationships,” says Swain. “More and more you see companies building teams like this. The low bid process is important but across-the-board people are realizing prequalification to ensure jobs are done right, on time and within budget, are all just as im- portant. YPS focuses on including everyone involved as part of the team and showing them the respect and con- sideration they deserve for their efforts.” Murphy agrees the relationships established through prior shared work experience benefited this project. “On both the design side and in the field there were people who knew each other, and had experience working to- gether. That ensured better communication and a good understanding between everyone involved on this project from the start, right through to the final stages.” Bleger agrees the relationships and trust established through the earlier projects played an important role here. “We were asked to design-build a very unique compo- nent. YPS trusted us to know what we were doing and get the job done. This is a structure unlike any other and we are pleased to have had the opportunity to be in- volved, and be part of the team.” Swain says his company is proud to have been part of this project. “This project deserves recognition as some- thing that will help the region through its job creation and the industry through its example of a job done well.” 3 The South Carolina Construction News — July/August 2013 – 7