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Updated almost 4 years ago, 03/16/2021

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Architect cost relative to project budget?

Cody Anderlini
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Hi All,

Thank you for creating such a positive place for people to educate themselves, it’s much appreciated! First project here, bought some industrial property in cash about 60 days ago. Since the I have had it cleared, soil work done, survey done, civil engineer is almost complete and I am looking for an architect. I have received quotes that are all over the board, ranging from $11,000 - $54,000. The project consists of two steel structure buildings, 19,200sq’ total space. Curious if anybody out there has a general rule of thumb for how much an architect should cost relative to the total project budget, or any other data driven way of keeping subs honest?

I don’t believe it’s as simple as “you get what you pay for.” People see a 28 year old trying to develop property and are quick to have their hands out. I don’t mind paying for the right service, but I’m not a fan of leaving money on the table either.

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