Common use of THE PROFESSIONAL Clause in Contracts

THE PROFESSIONAL. If retained and so designated by the Authority, a Professional architect or engineer may act as the agent for the Authority in the administration of the contract and may perform any or all of the functions stated herein. The Professional will, as determined by agreement with the Authority, visit the site to review progress in accordance with the contract drawings and specifications, attend job conferences, approve applications for payments, make progress reports to the Authority and review and accept/reject the Contractor's Schedule of Values. The Professional has the authority to interpret the Contract Documents, reject work which does not conform to the Contract Documents, review and approve shop drawings, prepare drawings and specifications for change orders or modifications, participate in completion inspections, prepare as-built drawings, and review and approve all catalog data, manufacturers operating and maintenance instructions, certificates, warranties, written guarantees, and related documents required by the contract. The Professional may perform additional functions as determined by the Authority necessary to protect the Authority's interest.