Construction Administration
When reconstruction projects reach the actual construction phase, Richard Avelar & Associates offers Construction Contract Administration Services. The Construction Administration team takes responsibility from the Owner for the overall oversight of the reconstruction project with the ultimate goal providing interpretation of the construction documents and verifying the quality of the reconstruction work being performed.
Contract Administration Services include:
- Provide monthly progress reports to Owner outlining such items as job progress, problem/solutions, action items, approved changes, financial updates, etc.
- Should the need arise, secure approval and administrative change orders if any contract specifications, drawings, or documents are altered or changed during the course of construction
- Visit the site on a weekly basis to observe the progress of construction and compliance with the plans
- Interpret the construction documents and issue any necessary clarifications or modifications
- Develop and implement procedures for the review and processing of applications by Contractors for progress payments
- Monitor construction costs by keeping track of overall expenses
- Review Contractor Close Out documents including as-built drawings, applicable Contractor and Manufacturer warranties and/or guarantees, assure final sign-off on City Permits
- Approve final progress payment to Contractor upon receipt of all necessary final documents