Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need a Project Manager?
The purpose of a Project Manager is to ensure that the whole project is co-ordinated and managed in the correct manor, to ensure that you have someone whom you can trust to safe guard your finances.
But surely that’s what I’m paying the Architect for?
Not necessarily the Architect does carry out and can project manage the project, but the Architect is more concerned about his or her primary function and that is designing the project. Most projects can come with the inconvenience of creating programs, costs analysis, constant chasing around, organising work, and checking workmanship at regular intervals. This is something he/her would rather not be doing, Architects design projects and Project Managers manage them.
Why can’t I use the Builder to manage the project?
The builder in most instances is in it for himself, one of the builders ploys can be to get as much money out of you he can, or even do as little as possible for as much money as possible. The builder will not be honest if he can make more money, he will say he’s using quality materials and not. He will drag his feet and blame you for delays, he will deliberately miss items off and say that he has not priced for it, costing you more money. Project Managers ensure that every item is priced even items unforeseen, he will ensure that any unnecessary delays will not cost anymore money; he will ensure that the program is maintained.
When should I appoint a Project Manager?
As soon as you decide that you wish to start a project, the Project Manager will direct you through the entire scheme, ensuring that Design development, Cost analysis and budgets, procurement, selection of approved skilled tradesmen, planning and building control issues and any other statutory control consents are all carried out to ensure that the project is a success.
How often do I need a Project Manager?
We tailor to the client’s needs, budget and requirements. We would like to think in a perfect world that any project would have a full time project manager, but this may prove to be very costly and unnecessary. Projects require varying amounts of time at various stages, so we will assess the project and ensure that we tailor our service to meet the client’s needs, budget and requirements.
How much does a Project Manager cost?
Our project fees vary from scheme to scheme, so to ensure that our client’s are gaining value for money an assessment will be carried out to establish the correct level of management to meet our client’s needs.