The Basics
- Traditional approach
- Architect prepares design and construction documents, which describe the work in detail
- Architect is responsible to keep project on schedule and budget
- Contractor(s) bid on the work
- Contractors build the project
Advantages to the Project Owner
- Traditional, proven approach
- Single point of responsibility for construction
- Competition, because of the open bid process
Disadvantages to the Project Owner
- Some architects ignore budget and schedule constraints