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What happens during preconstruction?
A practical look at the decisions that shape a project before work begins.
Start with the brief
Preconstruction begins by clarifying the owner’s priorities, available design information, budget and target dates. The team identifies what is known and where further investigation is needed. This helps distinguish a working assumption from an agreed requirement.
Make the options visible
Estimating, scheduling and constructability reviews allow the team to compare options before major commitments are made. Procurement planning highlights long-lead items, while logistics planning considers access, storage and the sequence of work.
Turn information into decisions
A useful preconstruction review ends with actions: what needs approval, who will resolve outstanding information and when the next decision is due. The level of detail develops as the design progresses.
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