Source: Distinguished Programs

A CM for a bridge replacement project was responsible for scheduling the procurement and delivery of steel beams necessary for the project. Due to a communication error, the delivery of the beams was going to be delayed for 4  weeks. Rather than have the steel subcontractor sit idle on the job site, the CM procured steel beams from another  vendor with minimal delay, although at a higher cost. The owner made a claim against the CM for professional  negligence alleging mismanagement of the project and sought payment for associated cost overruns in excess of  $200,000.