Which delivery method involves the owner hiring both a design firm and a construction management firm?

The delivery method that involves the owner hiring both a design firm and a construction management firm is known as Construction Project Management. In this approach, the owner engages a design team to create the project plans and specifications, while simultaneously hiring a construction management firm to oversee the construction process. This dual engagement allows the owner to have specialized expertise on both the design and construction sides, which can lead to improved coordination, scheduling, and overall project management.

In contrast, other methods, like Design/Bid/Build, involve a more linear process where a single design phase is followed by the bidding and construction phase, typically with one contractor. The Design/Build method combines both the design and construction services under one contract, streamlining communication but limiting the owner's direct oversight of the design process. Similarly, the Design/Contract method (though less common in terminology) typically implies a more integrated approach rather than distinctly separating the roles of design and management, which is specifically what Construction Project Management provides through its structure.