Allied Recovery International, 780 Parkwood Drive, Harrisonburg, VA 22802-2413, USA, ARI@AlliedRI.org
ARI’s competitive edge with quality construction is two-fold. First, our implementation model, with our skilled construction managers working at the job sites and conducting our own procurement, assures more quality control and reduces the risk of corner-cutting and corruption. Secondly, by identifying staff and construction companies with good track records and reputations, and then contracting with them to reward performance, timeliness, and promote client satisfaction.
Our Approach
Direct management
State-of-the-art design, analysis, and construction capabilities
Collaboration and partnerships with other organizations and local communities to support a holistic approach to providing for beneficiaries
Quality control and assurance program
PROJECTS
Taking a "hands-on" approach we do the actual management of construction projects working in partnership with local private sub-contractors. We consider this approach as more successful, in ensuring accountability, timeliness, and quality as well as a way to build capacity of contractors and workers in efficient and safer construction techniques. This further helps to create new jobs within the private sector. We plan for ARI to hold to a size that allows us to operate in this fashion.
From the background experience of carefully selected program staff, ARI brings expertise in construction of new housing developments, building of single and multi-family residences, feeder roads, healthcare facilities, schools, and water and sanitation facilities. Our sound approach to shelter and other construction in a humanitarian setting includes a commitment to beneficiary and community participation in our projects, use of appropriate and cost effective technology, and particular expertise in structures that incorporate seismic safety.
In order for families to fully recover from disasters, ARI develops strategies that address needs beyond its construction expertise and scope of funding. While ARI remains steadfast in being recognized for its shelter and construction expertise, we form collaborative and joint funding partnerships with other NGOs that are recognized as experts in sectors other than construction.