Insights on Henson Construction Co.

CM at Risk vs. General Contracting: Which Is Right for Your Oklahoma Project?

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Every building project starts with a decision that shapes everything after it: how will the project be delivered? For most Oklahoma owners, the choice comes down to two methods — traditional general contracting (design-bid-build) and Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR).

What Is a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) in Construction?

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000

If you’re planning a project using Construction Manager at Risk, you’ll hear one term constantly: GMP, or Guaranteed Maximum Price. Here’s what it means and why it matters.

The short definition

A Guaranteed Maximum Price is a contract ceiling. The construction manager guarantees that the cost of delivering a defined scope of work will not exceed a stated amount. If actual costs run higher, the contractor covers the difference. If they come in lower, savings are typically shared with or returned to the owner, depending on the contract.

How Preconstruction Services Save Owners Money (Before Ground Is Broken)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The cheapest place to change a building is on paper. Moving a wall during schematic design costs an eraser; moving it after the studs are up costs time, money and goodwill. That’s the logic behind preconstruction services — and why experienced owners insist on them.