tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74588570750160076992024-03-13T15:26:19.887-07:00Rudy GabsiRudy Gabsihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13047409097201083968noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7458857075016007699.post-69520924607767086392017-03-02T00:34:00.004-08:002017-03-02T00:36:45.463-08:00Key Differences Between an Architect And a Construction Manager<div class="MsoNormal">
Hello, my name is Rudy <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">Gabsi</span>.
Today, I will help you distinguish architecture and construction by explaining
the <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">fundamental</span> differences between an
architect’s job and a <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">construction</span>
manager’s. <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">Please read through the following
article to learn more about the distinction between these two. </span><br />
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<span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">Many times
clients come up to me and ask,“ <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Rudy</span>,
would you please tell me what the difference between an RD and an architect is
and which one should I hire for my upcoming housing project?”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Here is the thing, when you work in close
collaboration with both architects and their construction counterparts, you
gain a clear perspective of the fundamental differences between these two
equally noble professions.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Choosing the right career path<o:p></o:p></b><br />
If building and construction <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">are</span>
<span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">sorts of</span> your thing too, you should
totally go for it! Here is what you need to know first to help you make the
right career choice i.e. if you were to choose between architecture and
construction management.</div>
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<b>Educational backgrounds <o:p></o:p></b><br />
Architects have to go through a 5-year bachelor of
architecture degree inclusive of internship or several <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">internships</span>. On the other hand, construction managers undergo four-year
training in the bachelor’s <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">degree</span> in <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">construction</span> and <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">internship</span> is optional.</div>
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<b>Earnings </b><o:p></o:p><br />
On <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">average,</span> though, an
architect earns less that a <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">construction</span>
manager annually. <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">Moreover, still,</span>
depending on your locality, <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">designers</span>
will require <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">required</span> licensure to
operate which they can only obtain by passing a set licensing exam.
Construction management on the other side does not <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">need</span> any certification beyond graduation and joining professional
bodies is optional.</div>
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<b>Poles in the various stages of putting up a building<o:p></o:p></b><br />
The major difference between the roles of architecture and
construction is that the architect plays <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">a significant
role in the</span> planning process before actual construction. The
construction managers then take over major roles following the drawings of the
architect ensuring everything is going according to plan and on schedule.
During the construction period, the <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">architect</span>
only monitors the work and provides new drawings if changes to the original
design are necessary. At the end of this <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">time</span>,
once the building <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">is complete</span>, the
architect has to review the quality of the implemented design and fill out
final acceptance documentation.<br />
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<b>The bottom line: you need them both!<o:p></o:p></b><br />
<span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">Moreover, in</span>
conclusion, the art of construction <span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">requires</span>
both architecture and construction experts and knowledge equally. There is not
one without the other here just that professionals in these areas specialize on
either one. Both architects and construction managers are equally important to
the success of your project and from a financial perspective you cannot afford
to do without either on as this would cost you in the long run.<br />
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Either you end
up with a shoddy design with no aesthetic value or you have excellent drawings
but a shoddy building anyway. At least that is what Rudy Gabsi thinks! Until
next time, goodbye and good luck with your upcoming project</div>
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