Central Cities Navigation Center Project
In partnership with the County of Orange, the City of Garden Grove, the City of Fountain Valley, and the City of Westminster, NexGen Construction Management successfully delivered a federally funded renovation project for a transitional behavioral facility.
The project’s goal was to create a safe, comfortable, and functional space that would provide essential services for individuals in need of temporary housing and support.
Scope of Work
The project involved a complete renovation of an existing facility while ensuring that operational continuity was maintained. NexGen’s team coordinated closely with municipal partners to meet federal funding requirements, local safety codes, and regulatory standards.
Key project priorities included:
- Enhancing functionality and flow of the facility to support daily operations.
- Creating a welcoming environment for residents and staff.
- Maintaining compliance with city safety and regulatory guidelines.
Challenges
Delivering a federally funded project with multiple public partners required coordination across agencies and careful management of evolving requirements.
Additionally, construction activities had to be completed with minimal disruption to ongoing services at the center.
━ Solutions
NexGen implemented a proactive project management strategy, emphasizing:
- Collaborative scheduling to align city and county expectations.
- Change order negotiations that protected project value
- Communication transparency with all stakeholders to minimize operational disruption.
These approaches ensured that the renovation was executed efficiently while meeting every technical and operational goal.
━ Key Results
Achieved $300,000 in cost savings through effective project management and negotiation.
Completed ahead of schedule, maintaining full facility operations during renovation.
Received positive recognition from stakeholders and was featured in the LA Times and multiple city websites.
Impact
The completed Central Cities Navigation Center now provides a safer, more functional, and more dignified environment for individuals seeking transitional care and support.
The project stands as an example of NexGen’s ability to deliver mission-driven public projects with efficiency, accountability, and lasting community benefit.