No. 10 - Choose Your Method of Construction
Traditional Architect/Contractor Relationship. Under this scenario, you hire an architect to draw
the plans and then put the plans out for bid to several general contractors.
- Design/Build. This option is available with firms that are able to handle both the architectural and
construction.
Construction Management. This is a cost-plus arrangement. The construction operates nearly the
same as in the first two options; however, the church hires a manager for the project who oversees
its construction. Subcontractors contract directly with the church and the church pays the bills at the
end of the month. This process allows the church to save the 5% to 10% markup from the general
contractor, and possibly sales tax. This option offers the most flexibility and "hands-on" opportuni-
ties to the church. For the past seven years, this has been the most popular option among the
clients that we've worked with.
Construction Management with a Guaranteed Maximum. Same as the standard construction
management, but with a guaranteed maximum, not-to-exceed cap.
