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Stage 5 > Construction
5.5.3.3 Check that the client’s instruction to proceed has been given and
confirmed in writing.
5.5.3.4 Check that the client has settled all accounts submitted to date.
5.5.3.5 Check appointing documents with respect to services and fees:
• if the services, cost or time targets are different from those
agreed with the client, agree a formal variation by letter or
deed as appropriate
• if the extent of professional services for Stage 5 is not yet
settled, agree with the client and confirm in writing
• if the methods and levels of charging for Stage 5 are not yet
settled, agree with the client and confirm in writing.
Remember that the agreed services must reflect the role of the architect
under the form of building contract selected. Inform the client in
advance if more frequent visits are required than those allowed for in the
agreement and which would incur additional expenditure.
5.5.3.6 Assess the office resources needed for Stage 5 and ensure that
they are available and adequate.
5.5.3.7 Confirm contract administration and site inspection services and
frequency and procedures for site visits for Stage 5.
5.5.4
Client
5.5.4.1
If a clerk of works or site inspector is to be appointed, check
whether the client has confirmed the appointment.
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5.5.4.2 Remind the client that any insurances for which they have
accepted responsibility should have been taken out. Policies
should be kept available for inspection by the contractor at all
reasonable times.
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5.5.4.3 Discuss with the client the main contractor’s master programme.
Draw to the client’s attention significant dates by which any
further decisions or information will be needed, and by which
any persons directly employed are programmed to start and
finish.
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