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By the Numbers

Over the last 30 years, we’ve been busy

100+
million sq. feet managed
183
cities with completed projects
$1 bn
average annual project volume

Your project, our passion

At VVA Project & Cost Managers, we become an integral part of your team, serving as trusted advisors who are deeply invested in your success. Our mission is to deliver successful projects that enhance the built environment for the benefit of others by focusing meticulously on your interests and goals from start to finish. With specialized expertise across all phases—from planning to occupancy—we’re committed to delivering value that elevates every aspect of your project. We are proud to be part of Drees & Sommer, a global leader in sustainable and innovative project management for the real estate, infrastructure, and industrial markets, enhancing our ability to deliver even more value to our clients through expanded global insights and resources.

The VVA advantage

Since our founding in 1994 in New York City, VVA has grown into a national presence with a local touch, operating from coast to coast.

Our strength lies in the depth of our team’s experience and our broad industry knowledge, as well as our comprehensive suite of Quantity Surveying services that cover the entire project lifecycle. Our independent advice and in-house expertise, certified by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, ensure cost-effective management and risk minimization, keeping our clients in complete control of their projects.

Whether it’s navigating complex project details or managing costs effectively, our most senior leaders stay actively involved in every project, ensuring that our high standards of quality and accountability are always met.

Technical precision at every stage

Our team is comprised of industry veterans with expertise in building infrastructure, construction, and real estate transactions. VVA’s licensed professionals—including Engineers, Architects, and construction experts—bring a level of technical precision that ensures all aspects of your project are analyzed thoroughly, offering both qualitative and quantitative insights.

This rigorous approach to quality assurance covers everything from initial design to final execution, ensuring your project is built to succeed.

Our Core Values

Community

We believe in nurturing a workplace that fosters a sense of belonging, purpose, and mutual respect. Our commitment also extends into the community at large through active support and participation with volunteer initiatives and philanthropic efforts.

Accountability

As trusted partners to our clients, we take our role seriously, acting as a seamless extension of their teams. We approach our work with humility and a profound sense of duty to uphold the highest standards of quality and effectiveness, ensuring results that not only meet but exceed expectations.

Trust

At the core of our operations lies unyielding integrity. We hold ourselves accountable for delivering high-quality services, fostering long-term relationships built on trust, and ensuring that every decision is made with the highest ethical standards.

Teamwork

Success is a team effort. We embody the spirit of collaboration, recognizing that collective action is far more powerful than individual endeavor. Together, we face challenges, celebrate successes, and work towards shared goals.

Adaptability

Every project brings its unique challenges and opportunities. We draw from our diverse experiences to adapt our strategies, ensuring tailored, effective solutions for every client.

Initiative

Leadership and initiative are key to our approach. We anticipate needs and drive projects forward with confidence and expertise, ensuring we meet objectives efficiently and effectively.

Meet the VVA team

The team that’s been putting smiles on client’s faces for over three decades.

Careers at VVA: Where Talent Meets Opportunity

At VVA, every career is a path to building excellence—both in the structures we create and the careers we nurture. Here, your work will contribute to groundbreaking projects and your growth will be supported by our collective expertise and a team that values innovation, commitment, and above all, the success of its people.

Our Commitments

At VVA, we thrive on challenging conventional wisdom, constantly questioning the status quo to find better, smarter ways to achieve project success. Our commitment to innovation means that we never settle for the “way things have always been done.” Instead, we leverage fresh thinking and best-in-class technologies to tailor our approach to each unique project and client need.

Our adaptive strategies ensure that we remain at the forefront of the industry, seamlessly integrating the latest advancements to enhance efficiency and outcomes. This dynamic approach allows us to evolve alongside our clients and the broader industry landscape, ensuring that our solutions are not only relevant but also revolutionary. By treating every project as a distinct opportunity to innovate, we are able to offer bespoke solutions that truly reflect the individual goals and challenges of our clients. At VVA, innovation isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a pledge to our clients and a fundamental aspect of how we deliver superior project management and cost management services.

At VVA, we value our employees, and it is our mission to build diversity in our teams, give equity of voice, and inclusion of everyone at all levels of our company. While our business is to deliver successful projects, we aim to grow as an environment where the values of our employees and clients, as well as the diverse nature of the communities in which we serve are well represented. We are committed to building a culture of belonging and empowerment where everyone can bring their authentic, whole self to work. We strive to bring a diversity of thought into all the services we provide, as we build amazing spaces that bring people together. As a core value, VVA is committed to providing better representation, opportunities, and support to underrepresented groups and to be a part of the change to bring increased diversity, equity, and inclusion into the construction and real estate industry.

At VVA, we integrate sustainability and social responsibility into every aspect of our operations and client collaborations. Our approach combines impactful internal policies with proactive engagements to promote a sustainable and responsible future.

Internally, our commitment involves:

  • Smart Travel and Remote Work: Encouraging public transport and remote working to reduce our carbon footprint, with over 30% of our workweek conducted remotely.
  • Resource Optimization: Utilizing existing office assets and repurposed furniture, operating comprehensive recycling programs, and minimizing paper use through digital measures. We also extend the life of electronic devices through repurposing or donations.

In partnership with our clients, we lead sustainable project management practices:

  • Building Certifications and Energy Efficiency: Assisting clients in achieving LEED, WELL, and Fitwel certifications, and participating in energy efficiency programs like NYSERDA rebates and ICAP to optimize energy use.
  • Employee Wellness Centers: We partner with clients to design and build employee wellness centers, viewing these facilities as crucial to promoting social responsibility and enhancing workplace well-being.
  • Custom Sustainability Strategies: Developing tailored strategies that balance environmental goals with business objectives, helping clients advance sustainable development.

Through these efforts, VVA not only adheres to environmental best practices but also empowers our clients to achieve sustainability and wellness goals that benefit their organizations and society at large.

Build your project more efficiently with VVA.

Have a project that needs expertise from project and cost management specialists? Talk to our team today.