COORDINATION OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

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10.1 COORDINATION OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

The designer should encourage communication with, and develop a rapport with,

construction personnel by being supportive and cooperative when problems or disagreements

occur. Communication should begin as early as possible in the planning and design stages.

Ideally, the concept of the proposed work would be discussed with construction and

operations personnel, followed by a review of plans and specifications prior to finalization.

The formality of these actions can vary, but it is good practice to document the results in

order to prevent future misunderstandings.

The designer should visit the job site occasionally when the work is going well, and

frequently when it is not, not to infer a lack of trust in construction personnel, but simply to

demonstrate an understanding of the importance of competent construction. These visits also

familiarize the designer with construction practices, as well as informing construction

personnel of the factors which went into the design of the work. They can then better

distinguish between those changes in site conditions which are significant and those which are

not. At the same time, construction personnel should be encouraged to notify the designer

of significant site changes.

10.2 SPECIALIZED CONTRACT PROVISIONS

The following areas offer opportunities for insuring that contract provisions provide

a framework for quality workmanship, fair and efficient contract administration, and a

maintainable project:

Specifications and bid items;

Restrictions imposed by river conditions;

Preconstruction verification of design ;

Stone gradation and quality;

Specifications for commercial products; and

Documentation of as-built condition.

Specifications should also clearly address environmental aspects of the work, as

discussed in 10.3.

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