{"product_id":"the-owners-representative-paperback","title":"The Owner's Representative - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eTim Fenton\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe well-informed owner has a definite advantage in the construction process. \u003cem\u003eThe Owner's Representative\u003c\/em\u003e shares insights that protect the owner's interests and help the owner play a more effective role in moving the project forward.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe discussion begins with practical steps in selecting a contractor: the request for proposal, the interview, comparing contractor fees, and evaluating their financial condition. The coverage continues with key issues throughout the construction process: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe contractor's final estimate gives us vital clues about how the project will fare in the months ahead. A method is given to systematically review these materials, looking for red flags.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe contractor's clarifications and exclusions list often includes items that shouldn't be in the final contract. The chapter on \"clarification landmines\" explains how to identify these, and offers helpful examples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChange proposals will begin to arrive soon after breaking ground. Which are valid, and are the costs reasonable? This section outlines a process to evaluate each proposal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe contractor's meeting minutes may be inaccurate, making the project record less than objective. How should that be handled? This chapter explains the owner's options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes it matter if the contractor wants to make a key staff change during the project? It may not be in the project's best interest. The chapter on staff changes explains who shouldn't be replaced and why.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen a project gets behind schedule, some owners consider offering a contractor bonus. The chapter on bonuses explains how they work and why they may not be the best course of action.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsultant reports play an important role in monitoring quality and preventing serious problems after completion. This chapter draws attention to a number of reasons they may not be protecting the owner's interests as they should.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany important questions are considered throughout the book: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould an out-of-town contractor be hired for the project?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow can the owner independently determine if the project is on schedule?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs subcontractor insurance a suitable alternative to a contractor bond?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is overbilling, how is it done, and how can it be limited?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat things should the owner ask the contractor for at the start of the project?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Owner's Representative offers a wealth of information that will benefit anyone on the ownership team, whether they work directly for the owner, represent ownership as the architect, or are involved as an owner's consultant.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 278\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.76 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 30, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":71361000308989,"sku":"9798985859089","price":57.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/3414\/0157\/files\/Uu5pYz0pyc9798985859089.webp?v=1790185951","url":"https:\/\/booktolia.com\/products\/the-owners-representative-paperback","provider":"booktolia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}