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We would like to think that a construction contractor’s work meets all of the requirements of a design on every project, but that does not always happen. Architects and engineers (A/Es) can include in their scope of services the responsibility of construction contract administration to include…

In a general sense, you cannot choose which laws apply to you. You cannot unilaterally decide which laws apply and disregard (opt out) others. Laws are established by governing bodies (federal, state, local) and apply to everyone within their jurisdiction. However, in certain situations,…

In design professions and construction, owners solicit proposals for their projects from industry firms that they believe are qualified to do the work. This risk management article focuses on how to respond to requests for proposals (RFPs). But before discussing the response, some basic contract…

Successful public relations raises a design firm’s profile and reinforces its brand and market positioning, whether the firm is small, medium or large. This also applies whether the firm is newly established or has a long-standing practice of architecture or engineering. Each firm should have some…

Managing risks in the design professions requires effective leadership in the practice of architecture and engineering. Leadership in the practice can be defined as the ability to combine expertise, experience and ethics to lead a team to a successful outcome through positive actions, including: —…

Participating in professional associations can help architects and engineers (A/Es) enrich their careers and simultaneously contribute to the advancement of their professions. — IT’S A PERSONAL CHOICE — The decision about which organizations to join and participate in is a personal choice. Each A/E…

In the design professions and construction industry, the right of entry is necessary for project success, as it allows designers, construction teams, contractors, and other authorized personnel to access the site for various activities. Right of entry, also known as right of access, is a legal term…