Hello everyone,
As a newcomer to the forum, I have a question and would like to briefly outline the situation first:
That is the current situation.
Due to the lack of trust, we now want to involve a construction manager (site manager) as a kind of independent overseer. From our layperson perspective, we need help with:
I understand that freelance construction managers (civil engineers) are usually compensated according to HOAI (official scale of fees for architects and engineers in Germany). This is not an option for us, as the architect is already being paid on that basis.
We think someone who could be available for a certain number of hours per week and handle all necessary issues within that time would be more suitable.
Now to the actual question: Does anyone know of reasonable examples of compensation arranged on an hourly basis? What would be considered fair in this context?
I appreciate any suggestions, Werner
As a newcomer to the forum, I have a question and would like to briefly outline the situation first:
- Due to family circumstances, I unexpectedly found myself in the role of the client/homeowner (not the focus of this post)
- The project involves an existing building that is being extended (not a listed building, total area about 120m² (1,290 sq ft))
- We no longer fully trust the appointed architect (non-transparent tendering process, unclear and too high cost developments, several other issues)
- With legal advice, the contractual situation was clarified, and it was established that further cooperation would make sense after addressing the defects, as long as the contracts allow
That is the current situation.
Due to the lack of trust, we now want to involve a construction manager (site manager) as a kind of independent overseer. From our layperson perspective, we need help with:
- Reviewing the scope of work specifications for the trades
- Monitoring construction processes (does what the architect plans operationally make sense? Will we be adequately advised, or will important points be overlooked?)
- Checking already obtained quotes (regarding price and general plausibility)
- Inspecting completed work on site for basic quality standards
- Being a contact person for questions that arise during the course of such a project
I understand that freelance construction managers (civil engineers) are usually compensated according to HOAI (official scale of fees for architects and engineers in Germany). This is not an option for us, as the architect is already being paid on that basis.
We think someone who could be available for a certain number of hours per week and handle all necessary issues within that time would be more suitable.
Now to the actual question: Does anyone know of reasonable examples of compensation arranged on an hourly basis? What would be considered fair in this context?
I appreciate any suggestions, Werner
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