Delegated design comes into play in construction when a general contractor or subcontractor assumes responsibility for some aspect of a project’s design. This can occur with any project delivery type, and adds a new layer of responsibility — and potential liabilities — for construction companies.
Delegated design, though, shouldn’t be confused with the methods a contractor uses to perform its work. As long as a contractor meets the requirements laid out in the plans and specifications — and as long as the contract doesn’t state otherwise — then the construction company can use the building practices it deems necessary.
