As defined in theCMAA Standards of Practice (Chapter 2 – Project Management), one of the CM’s key duties during design is to act as theowner’s representative and facilitator, ensuring stakeholder communication and coordination. The SOP notes:
“The CM coordinates design review meetings and facilitates communication between the designer, owner, and stakeholders to ensure that design input and decisions are documented and incorporated as required.”
While thedesignerproduces the technical content, it is theCM’s responsibilityto manage the process so that all stakeholders can review and comment effectively within the project schedule.
References (CMAA Construction Manager Documents / Study Guide):
CMAA Construction Management Standards of Practice, 2010 Edition, Chapter 2 – Project Management, Section “Design Phase Activities and Stakeholder Coordination.”
CMAA CM Study Guide, Project Management Domain, Objective 2.3: “Facilitate owner and stakeholder input during design development.”
