With the recent collapse in commodity prices the size and number of resources project has diminished markedly in recent years._x000D_
Coupled with the disappearance of the "open cheque book approach", this has led to a revival of the lump sum or turn key project._x000D_
The key features of this mode of development are compared with the "owner managed" and "reimbursable cost plus fee" alternatives - with respect to schedule, cost and quality control. Key facts for the successful implem- entation of this mode of development are identified. However, the approach is not advocated for all projects and the potential shortfalls are also identified.