Management
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
All Construction Sites should employ a Project Manager, to properly organise the day-to-day operations on the site. The role of a Project Manager is to create a safe and functional construction site, and work within realistic time schedules. Calling trades and organizing work on site is the responsibility of the Building Contractor, but a Project Manager will ensure that the job is running smoothly, without unreasonable overlapping of trades, and working with the Builder to keep high standards and to the agreed work schedule.
The Project Manager will properly supervise all areas of construction, and be in attendance for all concrete pours and other major structural stages.
Finishing trades are vital to achieve the outcome that was originally intended at the Design Stage. Having the Project Manager as being the same person who Designed the Home obviously has unique advantages. The Project Manager can also approve Builders Progress Payments.
Generally, weekly visits to the site are advised, and confirmed with a short report to the Client sent by email that same day.
SYSTEMS
R.L. Fisher is a qualified Registered Builder, and proficient Architectural Designer. This combination of skills in design and construction provides a complete over-view in the workings of the Residential Construction Industry. These skills expand into Marketing and managing people.
Oakley brings together all of the Professionals, Tradesmen and Specialists necessary to produce high quality projects in an organized and efficient manner.
Oakley keeps a careful eye on changing trends within the real estate market, and responds quickly as the need arises.
INDEMNITY INSURANCE
All Building Contracts in W.A. are protected by a Home Building Indemnity Insurance. This Indemnity is fully transferable for a six year period, and provides the Home Owner with the peace of mind against any structural failure or water damage. Purchasers will receive a Certificate of Insurance when they take possession of their new Dwelling.
TIME TO COMPLETE THE PROJECT
Generally, the following time schedule is applicable to most building projects.
Site Appraisal: 0
Land Purchase: 0
Concept Design: 6 weeks
Council Development Approvals: 12 weeks
Working Drawings & Specifications: 3 weeks
Builders Quotations: 3 weeks
Building License: 2 weeks
Pre-Start: 2 weeks
Construction Period: 35 weeks
TOTAL DEVELOPMENT: 63 weeks
Of course, these times are general estimates. Issues that may vary these time estimates could be:
Delays in Council Approvals
Poor supply of Building Materials and Labour
Inclement Weather