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Building construction is not an easy task. There are not only a lot of moving parts in the process of construction; behind the scenes, there is a flurry of activity. The larger the building project, the more complex it is to attain funding...

Construction managers (CMs) are often involved in large and complex construction projects. CMs offer a unique skill set and experience as they are trained specifically for building construction management through a higher education degree...

In project delivery methods, a commonly heard term is "at risk." It sounds precarious although, in reality, it is about assigning risk for a project. Typically associated with guaranteed maximum prices (GMPs) or construction contracts with a...

There are many ways to build a building. The "how" is referred to as the project delivery method. These various methods came about for many different reasons and trends within the building construction industry. Design-build (DB) is one of...