Categories & Submission Information CATEGORIES, DESCRIPTIONS & FORMS REQUIRED 1. Production Builder of the Year: s A, B & C Please see form A for submission requirements. Please see page 4 for sample score sheet. Description: Any publicly traded or privately owned company that constructed homes based on stock plans. To be eligible, a home must be available for viewing by the judging committee. To be eligible, a company must have built a minimum of ten homes from December 1, 2014 to October 31, 2015. 2. Custom Builder of the Year: s A & D Please see form D for submission requirements. Please see page 5 for sample score sheet. Description: Any builder that has constructed a single-site uniquely designed single family home. To be eligible, a builder must have completed at least one home from December 1, 2014 to October 31, 2015. 3. Remodeler of the Year Project Under $50,000: s A, C & E Please see form E for submission requirements. Please see page 6 for sample score sheet. Description: Any builder that made upgrades to an existing home. To be considered for this award the project must be under $50,000 and be no more than two remodeled rooms. Construction must have been completed between December 1, 2014 to October 31, 2015. 4. Remodeler of the Year Project $50,000 and Over: s A, C & F Please see form F for submission requirements. Please see page 6 for sample score sheet. Description: Any remodeler that made upgrades to an existing home with at least one wall from the original structure retained, The total cost of the remodel must be $50,000 or more with any number of rooms being remodeled. Construction must have been completed from December 1, 2014 to October 31, 2015. Continue to Page 2 for Additional Categories, Descriptions, and s Required SUBMIT NOMINATIONS If you have any questions about the forms or process, please contact Dan Hogan (520) 349-1408 or dhogan@tep.com Please return your submission to the SAHBA offices by no later than Monday, November 16, 2015: Southern Arizona Home Builders Association Attn: 2014 Awards Submission 2840 N. Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716 (520) 795-5114 Page 1
Categories & Submission Information CATEGORIES, DESCRIPTIONS & FORMS REQUIRED 5. Trade Partner of the Year: s G & H Description: Any business involved directly in construction of a home but is not a building company. Examples include: framer; electrician; heating and cooling installer; tile setter; cabinet maker; landscaper; drywall hanger; and painter. This category is for businesses only and not for an individual. 6. Builder Sales Manager of the Year: s I & J Description: Someone who manages on-site sales people. This award is given based on closed sales volume, work ethic, customer service and overall commitment to make a positive contribution to their company, SAHBA and our community. 7. Builder Sales Professional of the Year: s K & L Description: Someone who demonstrates outstanding on-site sales accomplishments. This award is given based on closed sales volume, work ethic, customer service and overall commitment to make a positive contribution to their company, SAHBA and our community. 8. Associate Firm of the Year: s M & N Description: Any associate member business that supplies goods or services to other members, but is not directly involved in construction of a new home. Examples include: engineering firm; equipment and product suppliers: printer: utility company; security firm; advertising agency; mortgage company; title company; bank; and consultants. This category is for businesses only and not for an individual. 9. Individual Member of the Year: O Description: This award honors someone who consistently helps SAHBA through active participation and support of our organization. This person is a proactive ambassador for our organization and the building industry in general. This category is for an individual only and not for a business. SUBMIT NOMINATIONS If you have any questions about the forms or process, please contact Dan Hogan (520) 349-1408 or dhogan@tep.com Please return your submission to the SAHBA offices by no later than Monday, November 16 2015: Southern Arizona Home Builders Association Attn: 2014 Awards Submission 2840 N. Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716 (520) 795-5114 Page 2
Categories & Submission Information CATEGORIES, DESCRIPTIONS & FORMS REQUIRED 1. Companies and individual members are encouraged and welcomed to self-submit an entry(s). 2. If company or individual won in a category last year, they are not eligible in that same category this year. 3. The company/individual must be a member in good standing at the time of the submission and when the award is given. 4. Submissions must be completed in full to be considered. 5. All submissions in the Production Builder category will have on- site visits by the judges. A company representative must be present. Any projects or homes in the Production Builder category, visited by the judges must be completed and not judged in prior years. 6. Additional sheets for more explanation are accepted for all nominations. Please label response with award type and category name. 7. Submissions in the Custom Builder category DO NOT REQUIRE on site visits by judges. 8. Only dues paying members of the Remodelers Council are eligible for Remodeler of the Year Awards. Please return your submission to the SAHBA offices by no later than Monday, November 16, 2015: Southern Arizona Home Builders Association Attn: 2014 Awards Submission 2840 N. Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716 (520) 795-5114 Page 3
INTERNAL EVALUATION 50% of Total Score SAHBA Member Awards Production Builder Sample Score Sheet These sample score sheets are provided to give Production Builders a better understanding of the judging criteria. If you have any questions about the evaluation process or criteria, please contact Dan Hogan at (520) 349-1408 or dhogan@tep.com CRITERIA Weight SAHBA Involvement 20% Consider items such as: Leadership roles (Executive Board, Advisory Council, Committee Chair); Attendance and extent of participation at meetings, events and additional support to SAHBA Community Activity 10% Consider items such as: Charitable and service organization membership; public service Industry Reputation 10% Consider items such as: Phone interviews from trade partners, associate members and customers; Registrar of Contractor record Business Experience 10% Consider attributes such as: Management quality; professional affiliation; awards; ethics and longevity SITE VISIT EVALUATION 50% of Total Score CRITERIA Weight Site and Integration 12.5% Takes advantage of site assets and solves site problems; respects site topography; preserves and/or enhances existing vegetation; is attractive from on-site and off-site locations and makes a positive contribution to the neighborhood Home Design 12.5% Appropriate for the market (or owners); comfortable indoor and outdoor spaces; uniqueness and innovation; energy efficiency; provides good value for the price Construction 12.5% Component quality (windows, doors, HVAC, foundations, insulation, framing, etc.); workmanship; energy efficient and components and methods; use of new materials and methods; areas under construction (if any) are organized and clean Finishes 12.5% Fit and Finish appearance; attention to detail; innovative materials and components; attractiveness; and durability Page 4
INTERNAL EVALUATION 50% of Total Score SAHBA Member Awards Custom Builder Sample Score Sheet These sample score sheets are provided to give Custom Builders a better understanding of the judging criteria. If you have any questions about the evaluation process or criteria, please contact Dan Hogan at (520) 349-1408 or dhogan@tep.com CRITERIA Weight SAHBA Involvement 20% Consider items such as: Leadership roles (Executive Board, Advisory Council, Committee Chair); Attendance and extent of participation at meetings, events and additional support to SAHBA Community Activity 10% Consider items such as: Charitable and service organization membership; public service Industry Reputation 10% Consider items such as: Phone interviews from trade partners, associate members and customers; Registrar of Contractor record Business Experience 10% Consider attributes such as: Management quality; professional affiliation; awards; ethics and longevity PRODUCT EVALUATION 50% of Total Score CRITERIA Weight Description of Project 12.5% Include customer preferences, needs and requirements Home Owner Testimonials or Letters of Recommendation 12.5% Photo & Video Samples of Home Interior, Exterior and Outdoor Spaces 12.5% Systems, Processes and Innovation 12.5% For example: Green Build; Energy Efficiencies; Water Conservation; Use of Materials, etc. Page 5
INTERNAL EVALUATION 50% of Total Score SAHBA Member Awards Remodeler Sample Score Sheet These sample score sheets are provided to give Remodelers a better understanding of the judging criteria. If you have any questions about the evaluation process or criteria, please contact Dan Hogan at (520) 349-1408 or dhogan@tep.com CRITERIA Weight SAHBA Involvement 20% Consider items such as: Leadership roles (Executive Board, Advisory Council, Committee Chair); Attendance and extent of participation at meetings, events and additional support to SAHBA Community Activity 10% Consider items such as: Charitable and service organization membership; public service Industry Reputation 10% Consider items such as: Phone interviews from trade partners, associate members and customers; Registrar of Contractor record Business Experience 10% Consider attributes such as: Management quality; professional affiliation; awards; ethics and longevity SITE VISIT EVALUATION 50% of Total Score CRITERIA Weight Design and Integration 12.5% Takes advantage of living or outdoor space; unique or innovative; preserves and/or enhances existing home Construction 12.5% Component quality, energy efficiency and green quality; workmanship; areas under construction (if any) are organized, clean and tidy Finishes 12.5% Fit and Finish appearance, attractiveness and attention to detail; innovative materials and components; and durability Owner Satisfaction 12.5% Written testimonials and owner s comments Page 6
Information SAHBA INVOLVEMENT Please include leadership roles (i.e. member of Executive Board, Advisory Council, Committee Chair), attendance at meetings and events (i.e. general membership events, mixers, committee meetings, volunteering/participating in Home Show, Legislative Breakfast, etc.), sponsorships and any efforts to increase SAHBA membership throughout the year. COMMUNITY ACTIVITY Please articulate charitable and service organization memberships and public service. REPUTATION Provide one to three references with telephone numbers who will be available for a short phone interview. This may include only one each of any of the following - trade partner, consultant, SAHBA member or customer. References must be directly related to the time period: 12/1/14 to 10/31/15. Registrar of Contractor record will also be considered in scoring reputation. BUSINESS EXPERIENCE Including but not limited to management quality, professional affiliations and industry awards (with dates), ethics, and longevity. A
Production Builder of the Year GENERAL INFORMATION Company Name: Contact: Title: Address: City/State/Zip: SUBMITTED BY Name: AWARD CATEGORY List information for time period: 12/1/14 to 10/31/15 Number of Home Closings: SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS Submission s A, B, & C for Production Builder See page 4 for additional information References - 1 to 3 required (Available for phone interviews) Interior and/or exterior photos and/or videos (Need not be professional) Copy of brochure and/or collateral materials to include floor plans and elevations from community of requested site visit B
Production Builder of the Year & Remodeler of the Year SITE VISIT INFORMATION The second step of the evaluation is a site visit. Please complete the information below with your requested community to be judged. Site visits will be coordinated with one-week advance notice. Please list the contact person below for coordination of date and time of the site visit. Name of Builder/Remodeler: Community/Project: Address: Directions: CONTACT Name: Phone: Email Address: C
Custom Builder of the Year GENERAL INFORMATION Company Name: Contact: Title: Address: City/State/Zip: SUBMITTED BY Name: SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS Submission s A & D See page 5 for additional information References - 1 to 3 Required (Available for phone interviews) Interior and/or exterior photos and/or videos (Need not be professional) Copy of rendering of the home, site plan, specifications and any promotional or collateral materials D
Remodeler of the Year - Project Under $50,000 The project must be under $50,000 and have no more than two rooms being remodeled. GENERAL INFORMATION Company Name: Contact: Title: Address: City/State/Zip: SUBMITTED BY Name: PROJECT DESCRIPTION Brief description of work performed: Number of Rooms Completed: Budget for Project: SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS Submission s A, C & E See page 6 for additional information References - 1 to 3 required (Available for phone interviews) Interior and exterior photos of remodeled areas of home (Need not be professional) E
Remodeler of the Year - Project $50,000 and Over The project must be $50,000 or more and can have any number of rooms being remodeled. GENERAL INFORMATION Company Name: Contact: Title: Address: City/State/Zip: SUBMITTED BY Name: PROJECT DESCRIPTION Brief description of work performed: Number of Rooms Completed: Budget for Project: SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS Submission s A, C & F See page 6 for additional information References - 1 to 3 required (Available for phone interviews) Interior and exterior photos of remodeled areas of home (Need not be professional) F
Trade Partner of the Year GENERAL INFORMATION Company Name: Address: City/State/Zip: Contact: Title: SUBMITTED BY Name: SAHBA INVOLVEMENT Please include leadership roles (i.e. member of Executive Board, Advisory Council, Committee Chair), attendance at meetings and events (i.e. general membership events, mixers, committee meetings, volunteering/participating in Home Show, Legislative Breakfast, etc.), sponsorships and any efforts to increase SAHBA membership throughout the year. COMMUNITY ACTIVITY Please articulate charitable and service organization memberships and public service. G
Trade Partner of the Year REPUTATION Provide one to three references with telephone numbers who will be available for a short phone interview. This may include only one each of any of the following - trade partner, consultant, SAHBA member or customer. References must be directly related to the time period of business activity noted. Registrar of Contractor record may also be considered in scoring reputation. BUSINESS PRACTICES/EXPERIENCE Please explain qualifications for consideration of Trade Partner of the Year. Examples of professionalism, quality and workmanship, cooperation with other trades, scheduling, service, management quality, professional affiliations and awards, ethics and longevity will be considered in evaluaion. H
Builder Sales Manager of the Year GENERAL INFORMATION Company Name: Address: City/State/Zip: Name of Nominee: SUBMITTED BY Name: SAHBA INVOLVEMENT Please include leadership roles (i.e. member of Executive Board, Advisory Council, Committee Chair), attendance at meetings and events (i.e. general membership events, mixers, committee meetings, volunteering/participating in Home Show, Legislative Breakfast, etc.), sponsorships and any efforts to increase SAHBA membership throughout the year. COMMUNITY ACTIVITY Please articulate charitable and service organization memberships and public service. I
Builder Sales Manager of the Year REPUTATION Provide one to three references with telephone numbers who will be available for a short phone interview. This may include only one each of any of the following - trade partner, consultant, SAHBA member or customer. References must be directly related to the time period of business activity noted. BUSINESS PRACTICES/EXPERIENCE Number of homes sold by Sales Team from 12/1/14 to 10/31/15: Number of years as a New Home Sales Manager: Number of people under current supervision: List the Sales Manager and Sales Team successes for the time period noted: J
Builder Sales Professional of the Year GENERAL INFORMATION Company Name: Address: City/State/Zip: Name of Nominee: SUBMITTED BY Name: SAHBA INVOLVEMENT Please include leadership roles (i.e. member of Executive Board, Advisory Council, Committee Chair), attendance at meetings and events (i.e. general membership events, mixers, committee meetings, volunteering/participating in Home Show, Legislative Breakfast, etc.), sponsorships and any efforts to increase SAHBA membership throughout the year. COMMUNITY ACTIVITY Please articulate charitable and service organization memberships and public service. K
Builder Sales Professional of the Year REPUTATION Provide one to three references with telephone numbers who will be available for a short phone interview. This may include only one each of any of the following - trade partner, consultant, SAHBA member or customer. References must be directly related to the time period of business activity noted. BUSINESS PRACTICES/EXPERIENCE Number of homes sold by individual from 12/1/14 to 10/31/15: Total sales volume from 12/1/14 to 10/31/15: Site(s) worked: List the Sales Professional s successes for the time period noted: L
Associate Firm of the Year GENERAL INFORMATION Company Name: Address: City/State/Zip: SUBMITTED BY Name: SAHBA INVOLVEMENT Please include leadership roles (i.e. member of Executive Board, Advisory Council, Committee Chair), attendance at meetings and events (i.e. general membership events, mixers, committee meetings, volunteering/participating in Home Show, Legislative Breakfast, etc.), sponsorships and any efforts to increase SAHBA membership throughout the year. COMMUNITY ACTIVITY Please articulate charitable and service organization memberships and public service. M
Associate Firm of the Year REPUTATION Provide one to three references with telephone numbers who will be available for a short phone interview. This may include only one each of any of the following - trade partner, consultant, SAHBA member or customer. References must be directly related to the recent and/or current business activity. BUSINESS PRACTICES/EXPERIENCE Please articulate reasons for consideration for Associate Firm of the Year. Examples of professionalism, quality of service, cooperation, scheduling, timelines, management quality, professional affiliations and awards, ethics and longevity will be considered in evaluation. N
Individual Member of the Year GENERAL INFORMATION Company Name: Address: City/State/Zip: SUBMITTED BY Name: SAHBA INVOLVEMENT Please include leadership roles (i.e. member of Executive Board, Advisory Council, Committee Chair), attendance at meetings and events (i.e. general membership events, mixers, committee meetings, volunteering/participating in Home Show, Legislative Breakfast, etc.), sponsorships and any efforts to increase SAHBA membership throughout the year. REPUTATION Provide one to three references with telephone numbers who will be available for a short phone interview. This may include only one each of any of the following - trade partner, consultant, SAHBA member or customer. References must be directly related to the recent and/or current business activity. O