In which delivery system is Fast Tracking unique?

Fast tracking is a project delivery method that allows for overlapping phases of a project, which can significantly shorten the overall timeline. Among the delivery systems listed, Construction Management at Risk is unique in its ability to implement fast tracking effectively.

In this approach, the construction manager is involved during the design phase, which enables collaboration between the design and construction teams. This early involvement allows for the identification of potential conflicts and modifications while the design is still in progress. As a result, certain construction activities can commence before the complete design is finalized, facilitating fast tracking.

The flexibility inherent in the Construction Management at Risk model supports this accelerated timeline since the construction manager can manage risk and resource allocation more dynamically as the project evolves. This method is distinct compared to the others, as the design-bid-build model traditionally follows a sequential approach where one phase must be completed before the next begins. Similarly, design-build and integrated project delivery, while collaborative, often do not emphasize the same level of early construction activities within the design phase as effectively as Construction Management at Risk does.