A construction consulting agreement establishes the terms and conditions of a working relationship between a client and the individual hired to assess a construction project. The contract will spell out pertinent details such as the payment terms, what duties the consultant will be expected to perform, when the project will start, and how the agreement may end. The document also informs both parties that the consultant will act as an independent contractor and must manage their tax obligations.
This Construction Consulting Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made between [CONSTRUCTION CONSULTANT NAME] (the “Consultant”) and [CLIENT NAME] (the “Client”) on [MM/DD/YYYY] .
WHEREAS, the Consultant is a professional engaged in the business of providing construction consulting services;
WHEREAS, the Client wishes to secure the Consultant’s services in relation to a construction project;
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing and the mutual covenants and agreements hereinafter set forth, the parties agree as follows:
1. SERVICES. The Consultant shall provide the Client with professional construction consulting services, including but not limited to providing advice on construction design and project management. The Consultant shall provide such services in a professional and timely manner. Additional services include [ADDITIONAL SERVICES (IF ANY)] .
2. FEES. The Client shall pay the Consultant an hourly rate of $ [RATE] /hour for the consulting services provided.
3. TERMINATION. Either party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice to the other party.
4. GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of [STATE] .
5. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement constitutes the agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.
6. AMENDMENTS. Any amendment or modification of this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.
Consultant Signature: _______________________
[CONSTRUCTION CONSULTANT NAME]
Client Signature: _______________________
[CLIENT NAME]
A construction consultant is an experienced professional that uses their specialized knowledge to provide insights into construction projects. They often work for government agencies, consulting firms, contractors, and legal firms. Many construction consultants have a degree in construction management, engineering, or architecture. These individuals help prevent and solve any problems a construction project may face.
A construction consultant might specialize in any number of construction-related fields. Some common specialties include:
Construction consultants can be brought on at any stage of the project development. The number of consultants hired on a project will depend on that project’s scope and budget. Generally, the consultant’s duties fall into three (3) categories.
Any successful construction project requires significant planning before on-site work can begin. Construction consultants are often contracted during the planning phase in order to:
When construction begins, construction consultants will often visit the work site and review reports to inspect the project’s progress. The consultants will use their experience to solve problems the project may face, improve efficiency, and ensure the project remains on budget.
It is crucial to determine what went wrong if a construction project fails. Another essential job a construction consultant may perform is identifying how and why a project failed in order to prevent future projects from facing the same fate.
