TYPICAL PROJECT PHASES

SCHEMATIC DESIGN 

  • ·Integration of adjustments from Concept Design following costing review

  • Development of unresolved aspects of the Concept Design

  • Investigation of entitlement process and regulatory requirements

  • Preliminary contact with Building Department (if required)

PLANNING

  • Preparation of drawings and supporting

    documentation for planning application

  • Management of application process and

    liaison with planning department

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

  • Coordination of consultant engagement

    and input

  • Development of interiors including palette,

    finishes, appliances, fixtures and joinery design

  • Investigation of building servicing systems

    such as heating and cooling

  • Consideration of landscape design

  • Review of cost estimate

DOCUMENTATION

  • Development of drawings and supporting documentation to obtain a building permit

  • Management of application process and liaison with Building Department

CONTRACTOR SELECTION

  • Advise on contractor procurement method

  • Preparation of documents for bidding

  • Management bidding/contractor negotiation

  • Review and advise on bids received

CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

  • Preparation and execution of building contract

  • Overseeing construction process including:

  • Periodic site inspections

  • Management of contractor queries, progress claims, and variation requests

  • Monitoring and reporting of progress

  • Administration of completion, defects, and finalization of the contract