CMAR is an acronym for Construction Management at Risk model for construction.
The Caddo Parish plans to use CMAR for the design and construction of the southeast Shreveport pickleball complex. .
The CMAR project delivery model is used in construction projects where the construction manager commits to completing the project within a guaranteed maximum price. The manager is involved early in the design phase and collaborates with the project owner, architects, engineers and other stakeholders to provide input on the project design, costs and constructability.
Pros of CMAR
1. Early Collaboration and Input
2. Risk mitigation
3. Cost certainly and control
Cons of CMAR
1. Potential for Conflicts of Interest
2. Increased administrative burden
3. Limited design-bid-build opportunities
The selection of the construction manager is a key factor in the CMAR process.
More information should be forthcoming on the decision of the Caddo Parish administration to utilize the CMAR process at the Commission’s next work session on April 7 and/or its next regular meeting on April 10 if not sooner.