Before construction
Preparation
Visit the property and carry out an initial appraisal
Assist the client in preparing the client’s requirements
Identify alternative solutions for the project
Advise on the need for services by consultants or specialists
Survey and prepare drawing of site and/or buildings as required.
Arrange investigation of soil or structural conditions
Design
Prepare a preliminary design and discuss with the client
Develop the final design
Prepare an approximate estimate of cost
Submit the final design proposals and approximate cost for approval
Provide services in connection with party wall negotiations
Make an application for detailed planning permission
Construction information
Co-ordinate and integrate any designs provided by others
Prepare drawings and other information required for construction
Make an application for Building Regulations approval
Prepare (a) specification (b) schedule of works
Advise on appropriate form of building contract, its conditions and the responsibilities of the client, the architect and the builder.
Construction
Tender Action
Prepare documents required for tendering purposes
Advise on builders to be invited to tender for the work
Invite, appraise and report on tenders
Construction work
Advise on the appointment of a builder
Prepare the building contract and arrange for it to be signed
Provide the builder with the information required for construction
Visit the site to see that the work is proceeding generally in accordance with he contract
Certify payments for work carried out or completed. Advise on financial outturn
Provide or obtain record drawings showing the building and its services and give general advice on maintenance
After handover
Make final inspections and arrange for correction of any defects
Agree final account and issue a final certificate
Other services may include extra drawings, models, dispute negotiation, identifying sources of grants.
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