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Fernando Ervedeira Explains How Value Engineering Guides His Work in Civil Construction and Strengthens the Relationship Between Clients and Companies
When I decided to accept the invitation to join the We Are Group team in 2023, one question guided me: who do I want to build with moving forward?
This begins the account of Fernando Ervedeira, a professional with extensive experience in the civil construction sector. Throughout his career, he has witnessed how many companies still focus only on execution and delivery, overlooking the essential: to generate real and sustainable value for the client.
The Proposal of We Are Group and the Application of Value Engineering
At We Are Group, Fernando found a different approach, consolidated in its organizational culture. More than just building offices and stores, the company’s purpose is to deliver intelligence at all stages of the construction process. This differential is materialized in the practice of Value Engineering, a concept that originated in the United States in the 1940s and has spread worldwide in recent decades.
Since 2023, when he joined the team, Fernando realized that this method is not limited to “adjusting costs to the budget.” In fact, it involves rethinking each project strategically, always asking: how to achieve the same results, or even better, with more efficiency, less waste, and smarter investment?
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China built the largest railway station in Asia in just two years, with 475,200 m², solar energy, welding robots, and smart technology.
Why Value Engineering Is Essential in Today’s Market
According to Fernando Ervedeira, adopting value engineering means respecting the client’s investment. Additionally, it represents the possibility of doing more with less, without compromising quality, safety, and adherence to deadlines. For him, aesthetics can be debatable; however, quality, safety, and fair costs are non-negotiable.
Thus, working with this philosophy requires a consultative stance. Fernando emphasizes that the market increasingly seeks construction companies that think alongside the client, propose solutions, and master the technique. That’s why We Are Group stands out: it acts as a strategic partner, not just as a contractor.
Practical Results and Concrete Gains
According to Fernando, putting value engineering into practice brings consistent results and clear benefits:
- Less waste and more cost control, from conception to delivery.
- Optimization of materials and construction methods, always focusing on efficiency.
- Significant reduction of rework, preventing delays and extra costs.
- Improvement in the final performance of the construction, ensuring functionality and durability.
- Conscious and shared decisions, which strengthen mutual trust between client and company.
These factors, continuously implemented by We Are Group since 2023, consolidate a culture of excellence that goes beyond mere execution of works.
Fernando Ervedeira’s Personal Motivation
For Fernando, this philosophy is what motivates him to be at We Are Group. He emphasizes: “here we don’t just deliver buildings; we deliver value, vision, and cultivate long-term relationships”. This way of thinking redefines how contractors and clients relate, creating a solid foundation of trust and sustainable results.
Invitation to the Market
Finally, Fernando extends a direct invitation to developers, investors, and project managers. For him, those seeking more than just a company that executes find in We Are Group a strategic partner. Since 2023, the company has been prepared to operate from planning to delivery, placing value engineering at the center of all decisions.
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