Begin with responsibilities
The right delivery approach depends on the project and the level of involvement you want. Establish who develops the design, appoints consultants, procures the contractor and manages decisions before comparing service proposals.
Look closely at the handovers
Design information, pricing and construction decisions need a clear route between the client, architect, consultants and contractor. Ask how each team member receives information and how changes will be reviewed.
Understand the appointment
An integrated service can bring design and delivery coordination together, but its scope should be explicit. Contractor obligations, professional appointments, payment arrangements and the treatment of changes belong in the agreed project documents.
Match support to the project
Some clients need design and documentation; others want continuing support through construction. Discuss both the service you need now and what may be useful at the next stage.
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