Stage 9 Construction Period

Before construction can begin, the client must sign a contract with the builder. This contract will outline the anticipated schedule for the various stages in the project as well as the schedule for payments being made to the builder at the completion of each stage of the project.

As we have engaged the Architect to provide a complete service it is their job to see that the builder completes their obligations in terms of fulfilling the contract.

It is important from the start of the project that the client does not interfere with this process by speaking directly to the builder without the architect present in relationship to issues covered in the contract. The architect should be referred to by builder and client alike so the process flows smoothly with clear lines of communication.

The contract we used with the builder was the Australian Building Industry Contract, which was developed by the Royal Australian Institute of Architects and the Master Builders Association.

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