Specifications include, but are not limited to: Construction Manager (the “CM”) firm to provide cost estimating, value engineering, and construction phase services related to the Project. Planning, Preconstruction and Design Management Services may include: Gain familiarity with Project needs, budget, and timing. Confirm scope and program requirements. Conduct meetings with site staff and design team to refine detailed scope and program, including compliance with Material and Construction Standards. Review proposals received from firms for preconstruction phase for scope and reasonableness to provide recommendations to the County. Review level of effort and associated costs for reasonableness and appropriate quantity. Interact with design consultant as needed to obtain appropriate scope and level of effort. Design Phase duties may include: Monitor design phase schedule and progress throughout all phases. Review design phase submittals and recommend approval. Monitor Project budget to ensure compliance with the County’s established budget. Ensure the Project is properly maintained in tracking software. Review invoices for reasonableness, correctness, and appropriate charges. Provide weekly status reports in prescribed format. Attend weekly program meetings. Participate in and maintain minutes of critical design phase meetings. Assist in bidding preparation and award process. Participate in pre-bid meetings. Facilitate the functioning of an integrated project delivery team. Additional tasks associated with successful project management.
