Being an Effective Construction Client

Chapter 5What services do clients need from their design team?

by Adrian Dobson

“In selecting the design team, the aim is to find the best balance between technical expertise, management competence, costs, professional service and, of course, design quality. The importance of strong working relationships between the team members is also critical, as effective collaboration lies at the heart of all successful projects.”

Introduction

This chapter describes the professional design and management services that a client needs to deliver successful building projects and the various ways in which a client can commission appropriate professional advisers.

Commissioning architecture

Whether you intend to construct a new building, or extend ...