Zero-Six Consulting

We work with our clients to identify current gaps and potential threats; explain problematic issues and offer resolutions that ensure quality standards are met and cost-effective solutions are delivered. In order to consolidate The University of Texas System operations from five antiquated buildings into one efficient location, the 19-story Replacement Office Building (ROB) and parking garage was conceptualized for downtown Austin. We can help you preserve history by performing a forensic study on the exterior building envelope and provide an assessment report outlining the existing conditions, remaining life expectancy, and repair recommendations to ensure your building meets today's performance expectations.

We will utilize the most cutting edge processes to provide the absolute best services with the most talented team available while maintaining the highest integrity. Zero/Six Consulting, LLC was founded in 2003 by Bill Coltzer Jr., AIA in response to an industry wide need for higher performing and cohesive building envelope systems. Since its establishment, Zero/Six has become a leader in delivering innovative solutions for the creation and maintenance of better building envelopes. A firm focused solely on building envelope integrity, we have assembled a staff of professionals with diverse skill sets - Architects, Engineers, LEED Green Associates, Registered Roofing Observers (RRO), Project Managers, and Field Specialists - to achieve the necessary "whole building" approach.

The pre-construction phase is where mistakes can be addressed and where crucial decisions can be implemented to minimize maintenance related life cycle costs and maximize the sustainability of a building. Bringing together design and construction, Zero/Six delivers comprehensive pre-construction services that ensure every design produces buildings that provide long-term weather resistance and energy efficiency, regardless of the size or complexity. Zero/Six pre-construction services protect the owner's investment, maximize the contractors bottom-line and enhance the architects design, so that like Rome, what we build will stand the test of time.

Standing tall in the midst of complex projects defined by competitive bids, high risk situations, evolving technologies and increasing environmental efficiency standards is no easy task. Our full-range construction services from conceptual design through construction administration assists our clients in tackling everyday challenges that arise during the construction process. Our expertise helps determine strategic goals and implementation plans that maximize the value within budget limitations, schedule conflicts, environmental concerns, and other factors that occur during the creation and maintenance of facilities.

Unlike a building's interior components, roofs are susceptible to severe weathering, foot traffic, expansion, contraction and abuse, which can result in accelerated roof system degradation. Z6 Consulting is one of the few companies in Texas who are ISO/IEC 17025 accredited in roof uplift test FM Global 1-52 and ASTM E907. As such, we are uniquely positioned to assure your roof meets all applicable building codes and insurance/warranty requirements. Z6 set out to be the leader in roof uplift testing by building our own improved version of a typical testing chamber.

The environment is a merciless foe and it is the client who is the one left to deal with mistakes on the building envelope made during the construction phase. Zero/Six's vast experience in construction management offer our clients' innovative ideas and proven solutions that contribute to the overall success of the project from planning, coordinating and commissioning through the life of the project and beyond. Our diverse background in the field allows our team to offer invaluable insight into all perspectives of the project, resulting in more thorough management of the construction process that ensures quality standards are met and flexible, cost-effective solutions are delivered.