One of J. Tucci Construction Corporation's most notable success stories, the Saks Fifth Avenue flagship store renovation, required skillful navigation through a myriad of challenges. The 80-year-old building had to be completely rebuilt while the store continued daily operations.

Timing was crucial to the successof this project. J. Tucci worked closely with the architects, engineers and the Saks operations team to coordinate the sequence of construction, supply deliveries, clean-up and merchandise transfers. The organization, efficacy and on-time execution of each phase belied the host of structural challenges and logistical hurdles met by the team throughout the process.

Short-term Protection
With the Saks renovation, safetyand uninterrupted retail sales were a top priority. The leadership of J. Tucci Construction Corporation implemented all of the necessary risk management protocols to maintain secure construction sites. The construction team worked discreetly, keeping sites hidden from view, and throughout the process, coordinated their efforts with the Saks team to guarantee that day-to-day operations ran smoothly.

Long-Term Asset Coverageand Managing Risks
Designated by the City of New York as a landmark building, the historic facade of Saks had to remain intact, including each original brick. When the project necessitated the creation of a passageway through the 10th floor facade of the building, meticulous planning and execution ensured the preservation and restoration of every brick.

Navigating the tight space between buildings and moving materials safely through the 10th floor passageway was a treacherous and risky proposition. But the team safely guided materials and equipment through the opening, in some instances with only inches of leeway to spare. Precise and conscientious preparation maximized utility while minimizing structural impact onthe historic facade.

Clearing the passageway presented only one of many logistical challenges that the J. Tucci Construction Corporation management team successfully maneuvered during the Saks renovation.