Services-project phases

Services	Project Phases
	Programming How the project as it relates to you, the Owner, the land, and municipality where the building will be sited is addressed. - Establish all special requirements based on function and equipment needs. - Determine all parameters; site, code, special requirements. - Establish budget.
		Preliminary Design (Schematic) The function and look of the project is determined. - Layout floor plan. - Locate building on site. - Select building systems and methods. - Design exterior of building. Development of Design Technical solutions are put to the schematic design. - Design all systems: site, floor, wall, roof, mechanical, and electrical. - Address all issues contingent on owner and code approvals. - Finalize floor plan, exterior facades. - Design interiors, fixtures, cabinets.

Documenting for Construction
Project documents convey to the contractor and governing bodies our intent in regard to the building we plan to construct.
- Complete all drawings and specifications for construction.
- Determine methods of contracting for construction.
- Submit for all necessary city, state, federal approvals.
- Review budget.

Bidding
Contractors propose a price to construct the project described by the project documents.
- Provide contractors with drawings.
- Answer all questions.
- Make changes to drawings and specifications as required to bring cost down and facilitate construction method.
- Assist in selecting contractor from bids.

Construction
The project is constructed based on the drawings and specifications.
- Initiate construction
- Review progress with site visits.
- Check and review all shop drawings.
- Answer all questions from contractors.
- Review all payment requests.
- Coordinate completion of project and turn over to Owner.