Design and construction with architectural precast concrete are simplified when all parties are working as cooperative partners. Clearly defining the scope of work and the responsibilities of the involved parties by means of the contract documents is critical to achieving a high-quality structure. This article provides a guide for all parties involved in a precast concrete project and defines the responsibilities of each party. These responsibilities and relationships between the parties should be defined in the contract documents for a particular project. This course will offer 2.0 continuing education units.

UPDATE: From the Spring 2013 issue of ASCENT magazine, this article offers 2 HSW Learning Units of continuing education after successfully passing the assessment quiz.