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Owner of Zafra Construction

Manuel Tapia Vargas

President

Zafra Construction is a New York–based construction management and BIM consulting firm serving Queens, New York City, and projects across New York State. The firm provides construction management, BIM/VDC, project controls, and owner’s representation services for public-sector and private construction projects, including infrastructure, laboratory, transportation, and commercial developments. Zafra supports owners, agencies, designers, and contractors by providing independent advisory services focused on planning, coordination, scheduling, cost control, and risk management throughout the construction lifecycle.

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Zafra Construction integrates artificial intelligence–supported BIM coordination, data-driven scheduling, and analytical project controls to improve decision-making and project transparency. AI-enabled workflows are used to identify coordination conflicts, evaluate schedule risk, analyze construction sequencing, and support proactive issue resolution before impacts occur in the field. These tools complement professional judgment and industry experience, allowing project teams to make informed, timely decisions based on accurate data rather than assumptions.

 

As a construction management consultant, Zafra typically acts as an owner’s representative or advisor, helping clients navigate complex procurement processes, consultant coordination, and contractor oversight. Services may include preconstruction planning, constructability reviews, BIM coordination support, schedule development and analysis, cost tracking, change management, and performance reporting. This approach is particularly valuable on public-sector projects in New York City, where regulatory requirements, technical complexity, and stakeholder coordination demand structured management and accountability.

 

Zafra’s focus on practical technology application ensures that artificial intelligence, BIM, and data analytics are used to support clear communication, reduce uncertainty, and improve predictability on construction projects. By combining experienced construction professionals with modern digital tools, Zafra Construction helps project teams deliver safer, more coordinated, and more reliable outcomes for owners and stakeholders across Queens and the greater New York City region.

Contact Us

Our Location

31-00 47th Ave, Suite 3100, Long Islan City, NY 11101

Phone

718-973-5258

Email

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