Metal Buildings - Metal Building Project FAQ
From small storage buildings to giant sports arenas, steel is one of the most cost-effective building materials available. No matter what you are building, most metal building projects follow the same basic process. Therefore, it can be helpful to understand the answers to some of the frequently asked questions about metal building projects. Here are answers to some basic questions people have about the metal building industry and the carious people involved.
The construction project includes all the materials that make up the metal building system, any work that needs to be completed, as well as the metal building system, erection process, foundation work, land preparation, and finish work.
What are written on contract documents?
Contract documents are agreements that outline the material and work that are to be performed. It is possible to have separate contract documents for the contractor, general contractor, and metal building dealer. These documents define the work to be completed, the pricing information, a time schedule, and any other terms pertinent to the agreement.
What work is the contractor responsible for?
contractor provides the materials and is responsible for the erection of the metal building system as specified by the contract documents.
What work is the general contractor responsible for?
The general contractor provides all materials and work for the Construction Project (including the metal building system) as specified by the contract documents.
What work is the metal building supplier responsible for?
The metal building supplier designs and supplies the materials in the metal building system in accordance with the order documents.
What work is a dealer responsible for?
The dealer orders and purchases the metal building system from the supplier and then re-sells the building to the end-user. The dealer may or may not provide erection or other services necessary to complete the construction project as the dealer is an independent contractor and not an agent for the supplier.
What work is the designer responsible for?
The designer is usually an architect or engineer who prepares design specifications for the construction project including the metal building system and its erection; and if necessary, assists in supervising the construction process for compliance with contract documents.
What work is the erector responsible for?
The erector is responsible for the assembly of the metal building system. The dealer, contractor, general contractor or another party working under a subcontract may act in the role of the erector.
What work is the end user responsible for?
The end user is the initial owner of the construction project who may occupy, lease, or resell the completed metal building.