Owner-direct work

Project work or procurement contracted directly by the owner outside the general contractor’s agreement. It may still be essential to completing and operating the project.

Why it matters

Separate contracts do not eliminate coordination needs. The schedule, access, installation interfaces, insurance responsibilities, and funding for owner-direct work must align with the overall project. A contractor’s report may not capture these obligations.

In practice

A project example

The owner separately procures kitchen equipment. Delivery dates and utility requirements must still align with building completion and the opening schedule.

General educational guidance from KOW Building Consultants. Examples are illustrative, not project records. The applicable contract, standard, program, and jurisdiction control the requirements for a specific assignment.