All parties in a construction project deserve to work under a fair contract ... one in which everyone's interests are represented during the drafting process.
COAA is Charter ConsensusDocs-Endorsing Organization
ConsensusDocs was founded in 2007 under the leadership of 20 organizations in the architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry (including COAA) with one goal in mind: to help the industry build a better way by developing contracts that protect the best interests of the project. In order to do so, the ConsensusDocs Coalition created a process dependent upon trust, collaboration, and innovation.
That coalition now includes 40 diverse organizations representing all sides of the table - Owners, builders, designers, trade contractors, sureties, and others.
COAA Members save 20% on ConsensusDocs. Use discount code UM963KBE.
By fairly allocating risk and incorporating best practices, ConsensusDocs helps you reduce costly claims and contingencies, saving your project time and money.
Jim Teahan Tehan Ltd.
I prefer ConsensusDocs to other industry form contracts. Off the shelf, they are clear and comprehensive and allocate risk reasonably to all project members. They strive to serve the project rather than any single participant. They are also easy to edit to reflect the particular needs of an owner on any given project. Owners can maintain edited templates that reflect their way of doing business on issues like payment, insurance, submittals and disputes. There's not a better form of contract in the industry.
Construction Management At-Risk (CM At-Risk) is among the top project delivery methods in the design and construction industry. But are you maximizing its potential with your contracts?
Join this webinar for a deep dive into the benefits of utilizing CM At-Risk and explore best practice contracting approaches. Gain clear insights and actionable strategies from our expert panel on topics such as:
Risks in Pre-Construction Services: Learn to manage risks associated with the performance of pre-construction services and how CM At-Risk differs from design-bid-build.
Defining Cost-of-the-Work: Get a detailed look at the importance of defining the cost-of-the-work.
Contingency and Shared Savings: Understand the role of contingency in project budgeting and how shared savings provisions can be structured to benefit both the owner and contractor while managing risk.
Risk of Loss Transfer: Gain clarity on when and how the risk of loss shifts between parties in a CM At-Risk contract, and how to manage these transfers to minimize potential disputes.
Consequential Damages: Learn about updated language in the ConsensusDocs 500 around consequential damages and how better definitions can help parties define exclusions based upon insurance proceeds actually paid.
Directed Changes: Review the use of interim directed changes (A.K.A. construction change directives) from an owner that may not impact the schedule or cost.
Warranties for Owner Work: Examine key considerations for properly managing warranties on owner-provided work, ensuring all parties are clear on their responsibilities and risks.
Insurance Requirements for Builder’s Risk: Explore the recent changes to builder’s risk insurance and what these updates mean for your project’s protection.
Attorney’s Fees: Clarify how to handle attorney’s fees in the event of a legal dispute and how to safeguard your project and budget from unexpected legal expenses.
Whether you're an owner, contractor, or legal professional, this session will help you tackle the most common challenges in CM At-Risk contracting and keep your projects running smoothly, with fairly allocated risks and protections.
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Construction Management At-Risk (CM At-Risk) is among the top project delivery methods in the design and construction industry. But are you maximizing its potential with your contracts? 