Efficient Fit-Outs That Protect Your Opening Date

From retail and restaurants to clinics and office build-outs, we plan and execute tenant improvements with landlord coordination, after-hours work options, and end-to-end trade management—so you can open on schedule.

Modern Metro Contracting commercial fit-out — retail/office interior in Vancouver

Commercial Renovations & Fit‑Outs in Vancouver

Night/weekend work options to minimize downtime
Coordination with landlords & building management
Millwork, MEP trades, and inspections handled end-to-end

Why Choose Us

Schedule-Driven Execution

Tight look-ahead schedules, after-hours work windows, and landlord milestone coordination to protect your opening date.

  • Work in occupied buildings
  • Weekend/night shift capability
  • Inspection & elevator booking

End-to-End Trade Management

MEP, millwork, glazing, and finishes managed under a single point of accountability with QA/QC at each gate.

  • Shop drawings & submittals
  • Lead-time risk planning
  • Deficiency tracking through turnover

Clean, Professional Sites

Dust/noise control and daily cleanup suitable for mixed-use buildings and adjacent tenants.

  • HEPA air scrubbers & barriers
  • Noise & vibration windows
  • Loading & waste logistics plans

Our Process

Test-Fit & Scope. Review plans/LL workletter, site walk, utility locations, budget & schedule targets.
Permits & Submittals. City permits, landlord approvals, engineering, shop drawings, procurement.
Construction. Demolition, rough-ins (MEP), inspections, drywall/finishes, millwork, equipment set-up.
Inspections. Trade inspections, fire/life-safety verifications, deficiency closeout.
Turnover. Cleaning, training, as-builts & O&M manuals, occupancy handoff.

What You Get

Controls & Coordination

  • Two-week look-ahead schedule
  • Permit & inspection tracker
  • Landlord coordination log

Closeout Package

  • As-built drawings (PDF)
  • O&M manuals & warranties
  • Equipment start-up documentation

Occupancy Handoff

  • Final clean & deficiency list
  • Fire/life-safety sign-offs
  • Keys/access documentation

Typical Timeline & Cost Range

Project Type Typical Duration Typical Range (CAD) Notes
Retail TI Commercial 6–12 weeks $120–$250 / sq ft Brand fixtures & lighting packages drive cost; landlord workletter may offset scope.
Restaurant / Café Commercial 10–20+ weeks $200–$450 / sq ft Kitchen MEP, ventilation, grease interceptor, and health authority add complexity.
Office Build-Out Commercial 6–14 weeks $100–$220 / sq ft Glass fronts, acoustics, and AV/data influence price and schedule.
Medical / Dental Clinic Commercial 12–24+ weeks $220–$500 / sq ft Specialized plumbing, shielding, millwork, and devices (compressor/vac) required.
Quick Service Kiosk Commercial 4–8 weeks $40k–$120k total Compact scope; mall approvals and off-hours constraints apply.

*Ranges reflect Vancouver & the Lower Mainland and are refined after a site visit, landlord review, and defined scope.

Commercial Renovation — FAQs

Can you work to brand standards?

Yes. We build to franchise/brand kits, maintain finish standards, and submit required photos and sign-offs for corporate approvals.

Do you handle signage?

We coordinate with your signage vendor for power, blocking, and installation windows. City sign permits and landlord approvals can be included.

Can you work nights/weekends to reduce downtime?

Yes. We schedule after-hours shifts, noise windows, and elevator bookings as required by building management or mall operations.

Do you manage permits and inspections?

We submit for municipal permits, coordinate trade inspections, and handle fire/life-safety sign-offs through occupancy handoff.

What contract formats do you offer?

We commonly use CCDC 2 (stipulated price) for defined scopes, CCDC 3 (cost-plus) for evolving scopes, and construction management options when speed and flexibility are critical.

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