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Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture Professional Practice
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Contracts Types of Architectural Contracts Verbal agreements Letter agreements Owner-generated agreements Purchase orders AIA standard agreements
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Contracts Understanding the Client/Owner Level of experience in design and construction process Do they understand the payment obligation and timing of payments? Does client understand the “standard of care” of architects Who makes the decisions for the owners? History of litigation
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Contracts Understanding Project and Owner Expectations Does the owner have a realistic understanding of the project budget? Does the owner have a realistic expectation of the project schedule? Does the owner understand the difference in the roles of: –Architect –Contractor –Owner
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Contracts Major Issues in Owner-Architect Agreements Obligation of architect to construction budget Architect’s risk Standard of care Warranties and guarantees Limitation of liability Indemnification of owner Ownership of documents Additional services Consequential damages
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Getting Your First Job Contacting Architecture Firms Research firm background Contact the most senior person, and if they have an administrative assistant, learn her/his name Send a personal letter Follow up with a phone call Even if the firm does not have an open position, try to obtain an interview Always send a thank you note and describe the meeting in positive terms
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Getting Your First Job The Interview / Meeting Show up on time! Dress professionally Bring printed copies of your resume and portfolio Listen, and try to connect something you have done to the needs of the firm Be humble, but confident Relax, smile and interact
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Getting Your First Job Important Things for Students, Architects and Interviews How to get to first base Identify your strengths Take time to create a great resume Graphics Experience Skills
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Getting Your First Job What Architects Need in Their Business Skills –Computer –Presentation –Ability to take charge –Ability to respond quickly Attitude Interpersonal skills Work Ethic
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Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture
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