9th December 2005, 06:12 PM
I'm willing to go with a complementary role, as I think the two are looking for slightly different things....I'm looking mainly to see that the WSI is being upheld, whereas in my opinion the consultant is looking to see that the site is being carried out properly but in the most efficient manner - his/her client (the developer) is receiving best value. Get that condition discharged as easily (and efficiently - different than cheaply) as possible.
I would expect consultants to visit sites - that is what they are paid for, after all - but I would not accept a consultant's report as a substitue for my own visit. In fact, around here, the consultant ringing to tell me there's nothing there and to not bother visiting is usually enough to have me reaching for my boots! But then again, I'm suspicious by nature.
Happy Friday (off to the pub!)
ML