PJM_Owner_Hired_Consultants Flashcards
(15 cards)
What is the key difference between architect-hired and owner-hired consultants?
Architect is contractually responsible for their own consultants’ scope, schedule, and fee, but not for owner-hired consultants.
What are common examples of owner-hired consultants?
Geotechnical engineers, surveyors, and specific design consultants like kitchen designers.
What is the architect’s responsibility with owner-hired consultants?
Coordinate with their services to align with the architectural intent and other consultant designs.
Is the architect responsible for coordinating the work of owner-hired consultants?
No. The owner is responsible for coordinating the scope, schedule, and fee of their own consultants.
What does B101 Article 3.1.2 state?
The architect shall coordinate its services with the services provided by the owner’s consultants.
What does B101 Article 5.8 state?
The owner shall coordinate the services of its own consultants with the services of the architect.
If the owner’s consultant misses a deadline, who is responsible?
The owner is responsible. The architect may be entitled to a schedule extension.
What is the risk if the architect takes on coordination of owner-hired consultants?
They become responsible for scope, schedule, and fee and assume additional risk.
Can the architect take on coordinating owner-hired consultants as a service?
Yes, but only as a supplemental service with appropriate compensation and contractual agreement.
What does B101 Article 3.1.3 imply about consultant timelines?
Architect includes time for owner’s consultants in their schedule, similar to owner’s review time.
What can happen if an owner-hired consultant’s work is incomplete or inaccurate?
The architect is not responsible but should notify the owner upon discovering the issue.
What risk is there in owner-hired consultants being late?
The architect can request a schedule adjustment, but if architect hired the consultant, they cannot.
Why might architects prefer to directly contract with a consultant?
To ensure control over quality, scope, and deadlines, and maintain professional accountability.
What is one potential downside of working with owner-hired consultants?
Misalignment in scope or deliverables can cause schedule delays and added work without compensation.
When should an architect consider accepting responsibility for owner-hired consultants?
When compensated properly as a supplemental service and risks are clearly managed.
