How to Enhance Collaboration between Architects, Engineers, and Contactors in the Preconstruction Phase

Beck Technology content marketing intern Iman Elagami wrote this article. 

Early involvement as a single team between stakeholders, architects, engineers, contractors, and the precon team results in better project alignment and can help prevent change orders. 

Here are five ways to enhance collaboration between architects, engineers, and contractors during the preconstruction phase.  

Early Involvement of Stakeholders

Early involvement of stakeholders allows for more aligned and realistic expectations for project timeliness leading to more successful outcomes. When stakeholders are brought to the table early on, they can see real-time data on how the cost evolves throughout the design and preconstruction phases. This early alignment allows for resource allocation to be more precise and helps with minimizing unexpected costs and reduces the chances of delays, keeping the project on track and within budget.    

Collaborative Tech Platforms

Construction software like DESTINI Estimator construction estimating software can be used collaboratively to keep everyone on the same page. This can be done through real-time estimate updates and easy-to-read dashboards. Stakeholders understand how budget and project deadlines evolve throughout the project's lifecycle.  

Open Communication and Defined Roles

Open communication and a set of clear roles between everyone can promote accountability and enhance decision-making but also enhance safety compliance from the start. This will also allow for improved coordination between vendors and suppliers. As a result, standards are met, and goals are achieved.  

Value Engineering and Constructability Reviews

Value engineering and constructability reviews can impact a project's overall risk mitigation and improve feasibility through the review process. This can be especially useful in identifying practical construction challenges before they happen.  

Shared Project Goals and Early Buy-In

Shared project goals during the preconstruction phase can promote effective budget adherence, improve resource allocation, and enhance client confidence which can collectively increase project efficiency and reduce financial risk. This can positively impact the satisfaction of clients as well.  

Fostering these methods early and efficiently will allow you and everyone else working on the project to collaborate as one team thus promoting more successful project outcomes.  

This is why software like DESTINI Estimator exists. The software is designed to support broader collaboration. DESTINI enables seamless data sharing helping to unify teams.

See how DESTINI Estimator changed the game for different construction companies.