Any major construction project has many factors to consider. While you might be primarily thinking about the design and final product, you should also consider legalities, contracts, compliance, and what you don’t know about what you don’t know. That’s where a construction consultant comes in.
Working with a knowledgeable construction consultant can give you peace of mind knowing you don’t have to know it all yourself.
The role of a construction consultant is to ensure that all you have to do is communicate what you want from the finished project, they figure out everything else. In addition, they understand industry standards, codes and regulations, so you won’t have to worry about local or state compliance issues.
We’ve discussed several factors to help you understand why it’s important to have a construction consultant for your next project.
Construction Consulting Helps You Understand Legalities
Do you know all of the licensing, zoning, and compliance laws for your area? Most people don’t, and the good news is they don’t have to with a knowledgeable construction consultant.
There are also many different legalities you have to follow with significant construction projects. Some contractors understand all of the laws, but many will not take the time to understand each one, the ones that will place the project in jeopardy.
What Could Go Wrong During a Construction Project?
Legal claims can come from many sources during a construction project. For example, a contract breach might occur that prompts legal action. There could be an accident on the property that leads to a severe injury or death. Other Owners at your condominium could sue if they believe they are being exposed to harmful matter resulting from your project.
These are just a few examples of issues that could occur, so hiring a construction consultant will likely prevent most issues, and if they happen, help you navigate through them properly.
Ensure Projects Are Completely Timely and Within Budget
Construction consultants are experts in the construction industry. They know what common delays are, what things cost, and what reasonable expectations should be.
Most Owners don’t know these things, so having an expert on your side is invaluable. They will hold the construction managers accountable for any delays or issues they cause that lead to additional costs.
If major problems occur, they can provide expert testimony to attorneys to help build a legal case, if necessary.
Work With Experienced Construction Consultants
Working with an experienced construction consultant is essential. With so many different things that can go wrong during a construction project, you can never be too safe. A professional construction consultant will have experience dealing with issues like:
- Building code compliance
- Structural engineering
- Design evaluation
- Infrastructure
- Quality concerns
- Construction defects
- Accident investigation
- Pricing discrepancies
- And much more
A seasoned construction consultant could be a valuable Expert Witness in a legal proceeding. In addition, their knowledge and expertise are invaluable if you ever need to sue your construction company for any reason.
So when you hire a construction consultant, make sure they have enough experience to be able to address any potential issue that arises.
Paul Johnson, with Gryphon Consulting has more than 35 years of experience in the construction industry. During this time, he has completed hundreds of construction projects and gained invaluable experience. We now offer construction consulting and expert witness testimony for large-scale construction projects.
When you’re spending hundreds of thousands (or even millions) of dollars on a project, you can’t afford for your construction team to cut corners. As your construction consultant, we will guide you through the process and protect you through every phase.
Contact us today to learn more about our expertise and how we can help.