PJM_Delivery_Methods Flashcards
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What is a project delivery method?
A strategy that defines the organization, contractual relationships, and responsibilities of key players for a project.
What factors should be considered when advising on a delivery method?
Client goals, experience, need for control, pricing strategy, and preferred interaction with constructor.
What are the most common project delivery methods?
Design-Bid-Build (DBB), Design-Build (DB), Construction Management (CMa, CMc), and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD).
What contracts are typically used in Design-Bid-Build?
AIA B101 (Owner-Architect), AIA A101 (Owner-Contractor), AIA A201 (General Conditions).
What is Design-Negotiate-Build?
A variation of DBB where the owner negotiates pricing with selected contractors instead of competitive bidding.
What is the role of a Construction Manager as Advisor (CMa)?
Provides constructability and cost input; does not build the project.
What are the contracts used with CMa?
B132 (Owner-Architect), C132 (Owner-CMa), A132 (Owner-Contractor).
What is CMc (Construction Manager as Constructor)?
CM provides pre-construction advice and later constructs the project, often under a GMP.
What are the risks of fast tracking a project?
Uncoordinated documents, scope changes, errors in early bid packages.
What is the main feature of Design-Build?
Single contract between owner and design-builder.
What contracts are used in contractor-led Design-Build?
A141 (Owner-Design-Builder), B143 (Design-Builder-Architect).
Who is the architect’s client in Design-Build?
The Design-Builder.
What is a potential downside for the owner in Design-Build?
Reduced quality oversight and loss of an independent architect’s advocacy.
What is Bridged Design-Build?
Design architect develops design; then a design-build entity executes it with the original architect as owner advisor.
What defines Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)?
Early involvement, shared risk and reward, collaborative decision-making.
What AIA contracts support IPD?
A195 (Owner-Contractor), B195 (Owner-Architect), A295 (General Conditions).
Why is selecting a delivery method an early priority?
It defines roles, relationships, staffing, planning, and contract documents.
What should be considered when selecting a delivery method?
Project scope, budget, schedule, owner experience, quality expectations, and team dynamics.
