You rely on a competent outside engineering firm.

Any project we do in or co-op is accompanied cost and competence of an outside firm. This licensed engineering firm writes specifications, identifies RFP recipients, evaluates responses, levels bids, performs on-site inspections, manages punch list remediation and approves invoices.

As a board member, despite my background, I do not have the breadth of experience to act in the capacity of a competent engineering firm.

Yes, it is money well worth it; and it is in line with a board’s fiduciary responsibilities.

In your case heaven forbid a safety hazard arises, one has the engineering firm as backing.