Construction Delivery Methods Explained: A Guide for Hotel Owners
Introduction: Selecting the right construction delivery method is crucial for ensuring the success of your hotel construction project. Different methods carry distinct advantages, risks, and implications. Understanding these clearly helps hotel owners make informed decisions aligned with their project goals. Waterbourne offers deep expertise in advising and managing various delivery methods tailored specifically to each project’s unique needs.
Key Construction Delivery Methods:
- Construction Manager as Advisor (CMA): The Construction Manager as Advisor method involves a dedicated construction expert who provides comprehensive project oversight without directly performing construction activities. This approach offers:
- Enhanced transparency through detailed budgeting and cost reporting
- Proactive risk management with regular assessments and mitigation strategies
- Advocacy for the owner’s interests throughout the project lifecycle
- Efficient coordination between all project stakeholders
Ideal For: Hotel owners seeking maximum transparency, proactive budget management, and independent oversight.
- Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc): This approach combines advisory and direct construction responsibilities, with the construction manager acting both as advisor and builder. Key benefits include:
- Single point of accountability for simplified project management
- Early and ongoing involvement in the design and planning stages
- Enhanced project timelines through integrated management of construction activities
Ideal For: Hotel projects that benefit from streamlined communication, clear accountability, and integrated planning and execution.
- Traditional General Contracting: Under this method, owners hire a general contractor who manages all construction activities under a fixed-price contract. Advantages and considerations include:
- Simplified project management through a single responsible entity
- Less transparency in financial reporting, as costs and margins are typically bundled
- Limited owner involvement in detailed project decisions
Ideal For: Straightforward projects with well-defined scopes and fewer variables or complexities.
Why Choose Waterbourne’s Client-Focused Approach? Waterbourne specializes in providing detailed insights and expert guidance across all construction delivery methods. Our approach prioritizes:
- Detailed financial transparency
- Robust and proactive risk management
- Strategic subcontractor and vendor selection aligned with client interests
- Collaborative and clear communication throughout the project
Waterbourne’s expertise ensures that the selected delivery method aligns closely with each hotel owner’s strategic goals, budget, and timeline requirements.