Which delivery method facilitates the ability to fast track a project?

The choice of CM at Risk as the delivery method that facilitates fast tracking a project is based on its unique structure. In CM at Risk, a construction manager is engaged early in the project, often during the design phase. This early involvement allows for greater collaboration between the design and construction teams, enabling overlapping of design and construction activities. As a result, various construction phases can commence before the entire design is completed, which significantly accelerates project timelines.

Fast tracking benefits from this approach as it allows for a more dynamic and flexible execution process, minimizing delays that could arise from waiting for complete design approval before starting on the construction. Moreover, this delivery method can adapt to changes more readily during the project, facilitating continued progress even as design modifications are made.

In contrast, other methods like GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price), BID BUILD, and Design-Bid-Build typically involve a linear approach where design must be fully completed before construction can begin, potentially leading to longer project durations due to this sequential nature.