Programming
The process of discovering the qualitative and quantitative requirements for a project; compiling this data into written, numeric, and graphic form; and developing a project budget and schedule.
Code Research
The investigation into relevant local, state, and federal regulations; the research of all applicable code requirements; and the development of egress and accessibility plans.
Site Analysis
The evaluation of the project including feasibility studies; the research of regulatory restrictions; and the consideration of environmental conditions, access to utilities, landscape design, and urban planning.
Schematic Design
The development of conceptual design solutions and alternatives; the evaluation of engineering systems and project costs; and the preparation of drawings, models, area calculations, and graphic presentations.
Design Development
The refinement of the building design including construction details and material selection; the preparation of design documents; and the review of these documents for conflicts between building systems.
Construction Documents
The written and graphic instructions used in the construction of the project including plans, elevations, sections, and details; the cross-referencing of these documents; and the incorporation of the work of consultants.
Engineering Coordination
The selection of structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and other building systems; the integration of these systems into the building design; and the coordination of work from consulting engineers and designers.
Material Specifications
The gathering of product literature and information; the analysis and selection of building materials and systems; and the creation of a project manual to communicate the requirements and quality expected during construction.
Cost Estimating
The estimating of probably construction cost including materials and labor; the preparation of quantity calculations; the evaluation of life-cycle cost information; and the consideration of value analysis opportunities.
Contract Negotiation
The establishment and administration of the bidding process, issuance of addenda, and evaluation of substitutions; the review of bidder qualifications and proposals; and the selection of contractors.
Construction Administration
The observation of construction for conformance with drawings and specifications; the processing of change orders and requests for information; and the review and approval of applications for payment.
Project Management
The planning, organizing, and staffing of a project; the budget and scheduling; the leading and managing of the project team; and the documentation and monitoring of the progress.