{"id":4399,"date":"2021-10-21T22:57:40","date_gmt":"2021-10-21T22:57:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sanaglobalprojects.com\/?p=4399"},"modified":"2021-11-14T17:19:08","modified_gmt":"2021-11-14T17:19:08","slug":"roles-of-construction-companies-consultants-and-clients-in-construction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sanaglobalprojects.com\/construction-knowledge-base\/roles-of-construction-companies-consultants-and-clients-in-construction\/","title":{"rendered":"Roles of Construction Companies, Consultants, and Clients in Construction"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
Every building, road, or skyscraper starts from the conceptualization of the project. It then develops into a project plan that sees that concept come to life.<\/span><\/p> Clients adopt various options for their projects: some hire construction companies while others contract private individuals and subcontractors themselves. Elements of any construction project thus heavily rely on which route they choose.<\/span><\/p> There are three key players involved in a typical construction project: the client, project consultants, and contractors.<\/span><\/p> \u00a0<\/span><\/p> Clients range from business people, private individuals, property development companies, local government units, the central government, or other similar entities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p> They have the plan, vision, and role in describing what the construction companies will build, approve the concept, and fund the project.<\/span><\/p> Since the project revolves around their specific needs, they are automatically the first point of contact.<\/span><\/p> \u00a0<\/span><\/p> \u00a0<\/b><\/p> \u00a0<\/span><\/p> The construction company then assesses the client\u2019s desires. It ensures that it will meet all the specifications the client lays down. In case of alterations, they must duly notify the client of such changes.<\/span><\/p> \u00a0<\/span><\/p> Consultants are an indispensable part of a construction project because they have a primordial role in advising clients on different fronts. It could pertain to the design, government regulations, costs, etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/p> Consultants are critical during the project’s design phase and ensure that it has the structural strength that can aptly support the design and construction cost. They can be architects, cost consultants, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, and electrical engineers.<\/span><\/p> Why hire consultants? Consulting firms have a pool of experts at your disposal who have often worked with similar projects and can give you helpful advice regarding yours. They can also anticipate issues and help you prevent them.<\/span><\/p> \u00a0<\/span><\/p> \u00a0<\/p> \u00a0<\/p>\u00a0<\/h2>
1. The Client\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>
Key roles a client plays include:<\/b><\/h3>
Ensuring that management arrangements are in place for the project.<\/span><\/h4><\/li>
Select a resourced and competent Principal contractor.<\/span><\/h4><\/li>
Ensure there is enough time and resources available for all parts of the project.<\/span><\/h4><\/li>
Facilitate co-operation between their employees and contractors.<\/span><\/h4><\/li><\/ul>
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2. The Consultant<\/b><\/h2>
Key roles of a construction consultant:<\/b><\/h3>
Offer an expert opinion when a client needs it regarding technical or\u00a0civil engineering<\/a>\u00a0issues. It could be for a short time or prolonged.<\/span><\/h4><\/li><\/ul>