CMAR Resource hub

Hiring a Construction Manager-at-Risk offers early project involvement, improved coordination, cost control, and transfers the risk of cost overruns from the owner to the construction manager.

Building Excellence

The CMAR Process

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Pre-Construction

Work alongside individuals dedicated to guiding you through your internship and helping you gain the best experience possible.

02

GMP Development

Contribute to impactful projects in our communities, with assignments that offer a glimpse into a fulfilling career at Woodruff.

03

Construction

Attend community events to network with other interns, plus company-sponsored events for an inside look at Woodruff culture.

04

Project Delivery

This is a paid internship at 40 hours a week — real compensation for real work on real projects

Iowa Code Chapter 26A

Built on Transparency. Delivered with Certainty.

Resources & Templates

The Open Book

CMAR RFQ/RFP Templates

Ready-to-use-owner templates for requesting qualitfications and proposals.

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Iowa Code Chapter 26A

The legal framework governing GMP contracts and CMAR procurement in Iowa.

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Master Builders of Iowa - CMAR

Industry guidance on CMAR proejct procurement and best practices.

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Maximum Price Guide

How GMP Contracts transfer cost overrun risk to provide budget certainty.

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Open Book Cost Management

Woodruff’s transparent approach to cost visibility and stakeholder trust.

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CMAR Timeline Overview

Phase-by-phase breakdown of the CMAR process per Iowa Code Chapter 26.

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CMAR Timeline Overview

Phase-by-phase breakdown of the CMAR process per Iowa Code Chapter 26.

Your Contacts

Art Baumgartner, DBIA

Preconstruction Manager

Central, West & Northwest Iowa

Zach Hansen, AIA, Well AP

Preconstruction Manager

East and Northeast Iowa