N.M. Code R. § 1.5.8.8 – Discussion

A. As used herein “construction management services” is given a broad and general meaning to describe a project delivery method that, for any duration from conception to completion of the construction project, applies appropriate management techniques to project planning, design and construction in order to control time and cost and assure quality for the project owner. Such overall services may include advisory consulting services, reviewing or preparing cost estimates, reviewing or suggesting program requirements or other similar functions. The program of services requested and applied to a particular project should be one which is appropriate to the size, type and complexity of the project and the needs of the using agency. The construction management process is most effective when employed from the beginning of the project, allowing the CM, the owner and the design professional(s) to identify and resolve issues of value and constructibility prior to the construction phase of the project.
B. Whereas in this rule, “construction manager” is more specific and applies to the necessary professional qualifications and experience of the “person” in order to meet the specified scope of work, goals and objectives as established by the using agency and set forth in a competitive solicitation. The construction manager’s primary task is to represent the interests of the owner throughout all phases of the project.
C. When utilizing construction manager services for a construction project initiated by a state agency or local public, the responsible state agency or local public body rather than the construction manager assumes the risk and responsibility for the project.
D. Advisory consulting services such as cost estimating, reviewing, or suggesting program requirements, lighting and acoustical consulting and other special purpose services may be procured without meeting the specific requirements of these regulations.
[4/15/98; Recompiled 11/30/01]