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4 <br /> of the project. This management focus adds much value to the project. <br /> It is important to keep in mind that an adverse CMAR-Architect relationship can lead to some of <br /> the same issues that arise in a design-bid-build delivery method. By having the CMAR help <br /> select the Architect, the risk of an adverse relationship is minimized. <br /> As with any delivery method, incomplete and/or inaccurate construction drawings will result in <br /> change orders. The misunderstanding associated with the GMP is that this maximum price will <br /> not be exceeded in any case. It is important to understand that the GMP is based on the plans and <br /> specifications at the time of the GMP with some reasonable assumptions made and a reasonable <br /> contingency included. Major changes in scope will result in a change order, which increases the <br /> GMP contract. In addition, any Owner changes to the project and scope require a change order. <br /> By requiring the documents by 100% complete prior to receiving the GMP, the risk of <br /> unanticipated change orders are minimized. <br />