What is the norm to get a scope of work from a project manager?

[Irma Leibas]

I’m under contract for my first house flip and using a hard money loan, which requires a scope of work. I had a general contractor walk the house with me, but I haven’t received a response after a few days. I found another gentleman who is more of a project manager, who isn’t licensed and has been having subs visit the house to get me a bid. He seems diligent, but it’s taking longer than expected. How long does it usually take for a bid? I went under contract on Friday afternoon and walked the house with the project manager on Monday morning. I’m nervous because I have a time frame for the purchase agreement. I can’t close in 15 days; that’s my first mistake! 

[Bruce Woodruff]

I don't know what the PM guy has going on...is he working for himself or you, or who? He won't work for free, that's for sure.

I would stick with finding a good GC and let him develop the SOW with you. Go back and forth on it a few times to get it as comprehensive and detailed as possible...this will avoid issues later on in the project.

To develop a good SOW should take only a few days or 2-3 meetings. To get that transferred to a solid budget/bid could take 1-2 weeks ....they have to get subs out to give them a solid number and then compile all this into a contract document that makes sense to everyone.

As the others have said - this is critically important! Take the time to find a really good GC and make sure that your SOW/Proposal/Contract are rock solid and define every detail of the project. PM me if you need any help.

Best of luck!