HiFive Church Group Responsibility Matrix	HiFive	Architect	Contractor	Capital Consultant
Conduct FREE Initial Consultation READ MORE >Because we value your role as steward of church resources, we typically perform initial exterior/interior design services, graphic support and systems analysis at no charge.
Single point of contact for all design, architectural and construction responsibilities READ MORE >Other church contractors often work with a separate architect, while HiFive offers architects and contractors under the same roof – which means a single point of responsibility for you, and is yet another way that HiFive can save you money.
Integrate with and become part of your church's culture READ MORE >If even for a brief time, we become part of the fabric of your church in order to truly understand your needs and culture. In other words... We Listen.
Take the time to understand the ministry vision of church leadership READ MORE >Because architects can be overly concerned with billable hours, they often prematurely end the design process, leaving you with a design that may not work and/or exceeds your budget.
Take the time to understand the programmatic needs of ministry leaders and staff READ MORE >Each church is a unique project. Adequate time must be taken by the design staff to truly understand your needs.
Evaluate and align property capacity with vision and needs READ MORE >To ensure your project not only meets immediate needs, but also builds toward the future, HiFive will engage your building teams, ministries, administration, and staff in Master Planning for future expansion.
Provide Capital Campaign Consulting READ MORE >Having the Designer, Builder and Capital Campaign Consultant under the same roof provides a plethora of advantages to the overal project. Our capital campaign consulting experience is invaluable to any church considering building or expanding.
Provide concepts and graphic design services for your Capital Campaign READ MORE >Our in-house team can assist in helping crafting your Capital Campaign's theme and design elements.
Shepherd you through the lending process and assist with construction financing READ MORE >Since raising capital and financing growth are often new to ministries, we can help you find the right lending partner to make your vision a reality
Align Vision and Ministry Needs within Master Plan READ MORE >Our design staff will ascertain that the master plan is both functional and an extension of your vision.
Analyze GIS data of subject property READ MORE >The Geographic Information System is a great analytical tool often overlooked by designers.
Analyze Infrastructure Requirements, including all utilities READ MORE >Lack of early research into site and building infrastructure is one of the leading causes of change orders. We go through great lengths to eliminate these.
Property Search and Acquistion READ MORE >HiFive can also assist churches in finding and acquiring land for new construction.
Preliminary Zoning Research READ MORE >This is often overlooked but can contribute heavily to the cost of a project if not done corretly. It is one of the first things HiFive performs on every project.
Zoning Application and Representation READ MORE >We prepare the drawings and submission package for you. We also represent you at the zoning hearing.
Create Existing Space Utilization Plan READ MORE >It's important for us to know where you've been before we can help you plan the perfect campus for the future!
Prepare Preliminary Master Plan Documents READ MORE >Knowing what your Master Plan is will help both your church and HiFive guarantee that we build the perfect campus for your ministry.
Determine Appropriate Phasing of Master Plan READ MORE >Our church design team wants to help you build the perfect church for your ministry. Our vast experience in church design will assist you in making sure your new church building is the perfect fit for your needs.
Perform Financial Analysis and Initial Funding Review READ MORE >We've found that most architects, contractors and capital consultants are not particularly skilled at this. HiFive is.
Prepare Site Plan, Floor Plans and Elevations READ MORE >One we understand your vision, ministry, culture and needs, we design a unique plan to meet those needs. And we continue the design process until you're satisfied.
Prepare 3-D Concept Models READ MORE >HiFive will frequently provide 3-D models of your building as we move through the design and building process.
Prepare Accurate Preliminary Budget READ MORE >HiFive fully respects the finances of the church. Therefore, we painstakingly work to make sure the original estimate matches the final cost as closely as possible.
Maintain full supervision and project management throughout entire project READ MORE >Our experienced and dedicated project managers will ensure your happiness with the project from beginning to end.
Reputation for minimal change orders READ MORE >Unfortunately, too many builders low ball the originally estimated cost, and then proceed to file numerous change orders which add significant cost to the project. HiFive is proud of their record of less than 1.5% average change orders, which maximizes client savings compared to our competitors.
Reputation for consistent, on-time and on-budget projects READ MORE >We cherish and embrace the intricate, labor-intensive aspects of church development projects, while practicing constant vigilance in managing budgets.

* HiFive will never charge for the initial consultation. We're not sure about everyone else.
† Not sure. Some do. Many don't.