Using an At-Risk Construction Manager In this more recently developed arrangement, Construction Management functions are coupled with General Contracting, and the Management firm assumes some of the financial risk for the final cost. Who does what? The Construction Manager hires the project's subcontractors directly. The money is handled as a lump sum or cost plus and the Construction Manager is able to keep closer direct control over the budget. This approach works best for owners who need to set a guaranteed maximum price for a project, and owners who can benefit from the direct cost controls an at-risk management firm provides. We have done some of the nation's premier projects using the At-Risk Construction Management approach. We're seasoned professionals in this method and can escort you through all the steps.