Run a Preconstruction Handoff Check

Made for General Contractors

Run a Preconstruction Handoff Check

90 min Advanced Decisions Get Something Done Need to Make a Decision

Pressure-test project readiness and produce a documented handoff checklist before field work begins.

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Use this when

You are preparing to mobilize a signed project, taking over a job from estimating, or deciding whether the current start date is still credible.

You'll need

  • Project Basics
  • Contract and Scope Documents
  • Permit and Inspection Status
  • Selection Status
  • Procurement and Long-Lead Status
  • Subcontract Coverage
  • Budget Assumptions
  • Schedule and Site Logistics
  • Mobilization Standard

You'll get

  • Every readiness category reviewed against available evidence
  • Every missing fact labeled "Not confirmed."
  • Every mobilization blocker assigned to an owner and due date
  • Every scope conflict routed to a written decision or clarification
  • Every long-lead exposure connected to a schedule activity
  • A go, conditional-go, or hold recommendation documented

By the end of this playbook

You will have:

  • Every readiness category reviewed against available evidence
  • Every missing fact labeled "Not confirmed."
  • Every mobilization blocker assigned to an owner and due date
  • Every scope conflict routed to a written decision or clarification
  • Every long-lead exposure connected to a schedule activity
  • A go, conditional-go, or hold recommendation documented

Sample

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Sample input

Project: Occupied-office renovation with a planned October 19 start.
Scope concern: Access panels appear on the plans but are excluded by drywall and not carried elsewhere.
Permit concern: Building permit remains under review; fire alarm drawings haven't been submitted.
Selection concern: Conference room glass remains open with an October 2 fabrication decision deadline.
Procurement concern: Switchgear hasn't been released despite an 18-week quoted lead time.
Coverage concern: Fire alarm and low voltage aren't awarded.
Budget concern: Electrical buyout is $28,000 over the estimate carry.
Logistics concern: Night work only, no storage, and elevator reservations require five business days.
Mobilization standard: Balanced - allow controlled mobilization with written conditions.

Sample assembled prompt

READINESS CALL: CONDITIONAL GO Critical blockers:...
Fire alarm design and subcontract coverage...
2. Switchgear release date doesn't support...
3. Building permit approval date isn't...
High-risk scope gap: Access panels are...
Obtain written scope assignment and pricing...
Controlled mobilization allowed for: - Site...
Don't release affected electrical or...
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