Liability will be managed by means of quality control including internal and peer reviews as well as consultation with experienced professionals. In addition, I will consult with an attorney and financial advisor regarding the legal and tax implications of the specific business entity used. I will also consult with an insurance agent to determine...
The owner should be informed that the schedule that they are requesting will require additional services to be achieved, and verify that this schedule can not be adjusted to be feasible without additional services. If the schedule can not be adjusted options may include hiring more staff, working client-approved overtime, forming a joint-venture with...
By participating in continuing education activities including AIA, ICC and CalBO conventions, seminars and events; as well as meeting with product reps to understand new products and technologies, as well as ways these products are used in this state.
I would discourage this activity as it has the potential to create liability as an employer, to reduce productivity, and to compete with my business entity. In no case may any office time or resources by used for moonlighting activities.
I would consult with a qualified expert in accessibility and barrier-free design, and potentially form a joint-venture with another firm with experience in this project-type.
I will first formulate a clear mission statement and compelling marketing material following a marketing strategy that focuses on specific project-types and client-bases. In a large firm maintaining a consistent business identity will be more challenging as there are more factors and people involved, requiring clear office standards. In a small firm the greater...
Regardless of the stage of the project, the first step would be to contact the owner or owner’s representative to discuss the issue and make sure they are aware. If payment is subsequently not made, I would provide written notice that the owner has breached the terms of our contractual agreement and if payment...
a. A contract is required for architectural services unless the work is pro-bono, part of an existing on-going agreement with a client, the client has requested that no contract be formed after being informed of the statutory requirement, the work is for a licensed surveyor or structural engineer. b. The contract must contain a...
For a state-owned hospital the authorities having jurisdiction would include the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development’s Facility Development Division which would be the lead agency in the CEQA process. In addition, the State Fire Marshall, the DSA-AC would have jurisdiction as well as the Regional Water Quality Control Board, Department of Fish...
What agencies will have jurisdiction on this project? What consultants will be required on this project? What special provisions will a project of this type carry and how will that affect your scope and fee? For an essential services building such as this sheriff’s station the DSA-SS would review structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing...