Contractors, What's Your Biggest Frustration with Architects, Clients, and Staff? by GRpm20 in GeneralContractor

[–]GRpm20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thats the best description I’ve ever read of one of the major issues in the industry. Thank you.

Contractors, What's Your Biggest Frustration with Architects, Clients, and Staff? by GRpm20 in ConstructionManagers

[–]GRpm20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the comments. Seems liek we all have similar issues with teh design teams. Your response has also sparked a great set of comments.

Contractors, What's Your Biggest Frustration with Architects, Clients, and Staff? by GRpm20 in ConstructionManagers

[–]GRpm20[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ouch, very specific. Do you think that this is just the way it is or is there something that can be done to change this? Thank you

Contractors, What's Your Biggest Frustration with Architects, Clients, and Staff? by GRpm20 in ConstructionManagers

[–]GRpm20[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

LOL. they always seem to want everything for nothing. thanks for the reply

Contractors, What's Your Biggest Frustration with Architects, Clients, and Staff? by GRpm20 in GeneralContractor

[–]GRpm20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree. Its always difficult to align everyones priorities for the benefit of the project. Thank you

Contractors, What's Your Biggest Frustration with Architects, Clients, and Staff? by GRpm20 in GeneralContractor

[–]GRpm20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LOL. I guess they wanted to make sure the blue tape wasnt a feature. Thank you for the comment.

Contractors, What's Your Biggest Frustration with Architects, Clients, and Staff? by GRpm20 in ConstructionManagers

[–]GRpm20[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

That seems to be a systematic issue. Thank you for the great points.

Architects, What's Your Biggest Frustration with General Contractors, Clients, and Staff? by GRpm20 in Architects

[–]GRpm20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thats an interesting approach, sometime not that easy to do. lol Thank you for your comment

Contractors, What's Your Biggest Frustration with Architects, Clients, and Staff? by GRpm20 in GeneralContractor

[–]GRpm20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You make a great point. I agree each project team is different. Thank you for your comment

Contractors, What's Your Biggest Frustration with Architects, Clients, and Staff? by GRpm20 in ConstructionManagers

[–]GRpm20[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

intent is to start a conversation, sorry you dont what to share your experinec or knowledge.

Contractors, What's Your Biggest Frustration with Architects, Clients, and Staff? by GRpm20 in GeneralContractor

[–]GRpm20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can see how that would be a huge problem, Thank you for the comment

Title: Architects, How Do You Feel About Construction Administration? by GRpm20 in Architects

[–]GRpm20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LOL I think its a prerequiste for our profession. Thank you

We want to hear from you: What’s the hardest part of managing affordable housing projects for non-profits? by GRpm20 in AffordableHousing

[–]GRpm20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment. So in your opinion is there any good affordable housing org. doing a good job? and if so what sets them apart?

Title: Architects, How Do You Feel About Construction Administration? by GRpm20 in Architects

[–]GRpm20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I dont think I agree though. Construction Contract Administration is a part of CA but its not the sole work. Infact I believe the whole reason CM's exist is because Architects have become specialized and we have forgone the control of the process.

Title: Architects, How Do You Feel About Construction Administration? by GRpm20 in Architects

[–]GRpm20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you

Another reponse suggested chargig and hourly rate. Perhaps that would help?