STAGE 1 : APPRAISAL AND DEFINITION OF THE PROJECT

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Receive, appraise and report on the Client’s requirements with particular regard to site information, planning and statutory regulations and budget. Advise the Client on:

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• Procedures to meet his requirements.

• The need for appointment of consultants.

• Method of contracting.

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STAGE 2 : DESIGN CONCEPT

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Advised by any consultants appointed, prepare a design concept in broad outline showing intended space provision, planning relationships, materials and services to be used Advise the Client on:

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• The technical and functional characteristics of the project as proposed.

• The estimated costs in relation to the budget.

• The anticipated project programme.

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STAGE 3 : DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

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• Develop the design concept in sufficient detail to :

• Define the construction of the building.

• Spatially coordinate the work designed by consultants and specialists.

• Review the design with the relevant authorities.

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STAGE 4 : TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION

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• Prepare construction documentation and coordinate the documentation with the work designed by consultants and specialists.

• Obtain approval from the relevant authorities.

• Review the estimated costs of the works in relation to the budget.

• Prepare documents to procure offers for the execution of the works.

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STAGE 5 : CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION AND INSPECTION

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• Obtain offers for the execution of the works and advice the Client regarding the award of the building contract. 

• Prepare contract documentation and arrange for the signing thereof. 

• Administer and perform the duties assigned to the Architect in the building contract.

• Provide the Client with as-built drawings, certificates, relevant technical data and guarantees from suppliers on completion of the works.