Integrating constructability reviews

[Buadset 0]

Clients often ask whether constructability reviews should be formalised in contracts or handled informally by design teams. We debated whether a contractual requirement would slow design or ultimately strengthen delivery. Has anyone had experience making these reviews a standard part of project agreements?

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On a civic centre project, mandating constructability review services in the contract ensured accountability. The design team, contractor, and owner representatives collaborated in structured sessions that highlighted access, sequencing, and safety considerations. By requiring these reviews formally, potential conflicts were identified before tendering, which streamlined procurement and reduced claims. The contractual approach turned what might have been optional into a disciplined process, ultimately benefiting schedule and budget outcomes.