Project Management for Designers and Facilities Managers

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DESIGN FIRMOPERATIONS

This chapter discusses a number of issues internal to design firm operations including profit planning, pricing models, and project design fee budgeting. A detailed knowledge of these topics is vital for design firm managers. Neither projects nor design firms can be effectively operated without a full understanding of these subjects. Owners/facility managers also benefit greatly by knowing how design firms operate. For example, in comparing design fee proposals from competing consultants, ...