12 Months Prior to Ground Break - Insurance Discounts

As early as 12 months prior to project start, owners can begin negotiations for reduced insurance rates by presenting their plans for risk mitigation through implementation of their construction verification plan. Insurance carriers appreciate any efforts that their clients take to reduce uncertainty. So when presented with a plan for third party recording of every significant operation on a job site, they become absolutely giddy.

Given the newness of Construction Verification, it also pays to introduce it to the project early to allow all partners to plan for the incorporation of CV data into their own project plans. For example the architect can incorporate it into the RFPs issued to specialty consultants. By utilizing online access to project data, consultants can reduce their site visits. Also, they may add their own images and data to the project database. These changes allow for a more efficient use of the consultants' time at a reduced expense to the project budget.

6 Months Prior to Ground Break - Project Verification Planning

Owners can begin preparation of their project verification plan by creating a central record of accepted technical standards as determined by the architect and other specialty consultants (e.g. building envelope, mold, acoustical, etc.) This central record contained within the project verification plan will serve as a touchstone throughout the project, providing the Construction Verification Tech with a time-saving reference that will be readily available for answering simple questions during the project.

2 to 4 Weeks Prior to Ground Break - Pre-Construction Condition

Recording for the Pre-Construction Condition Report usually begins 3 - 6 weeks prior to ground break. Scheduling this assessment a few weeks before construction gives the contractor ample time to review the data to make any last minute course corrections that might be necessary (e.g. altering the truck route to the site.)

Project Start - Party Time!

Here's where it all comes together as the finalized Project Verification Plan is delivered to the contractor and the owner. This is also a good time to conduct an orientation meeting to familiarize all project partners with the protocol for communication between them and the CVTs during the project.

Full Verification starts with the foundation and then continues until wallboard installation begins. On occasion, verification will continue through installation of finishes, landscaping, etc.