Sometimes one of the biggest delays in construction has nothing to do with the build itself but rather the time-consuming nature of tracking down signatures. Paper-based forms, documents and contracts require cumbersome back-and-forth exchanges, which not only delay progress, they are also more easily prone to getting lost.

This is why many contractors, including us, are relying on digital tools like DocuSign for construction to collect legally binding signatures electronically. Once a document is signed, it is safely stored online so it can be easily referenced at any time.

How DocuSign is Used for Construction

Paperwork is the name of the game in construction. From signing contracts to onboarding subcontractors and submitting change orders, signatures are required to move forward with nearly every phase of construction.

DocuSign speeds up this process significantly and also saves money.

For contractors, the digital integration with software applications like Procore or CMiC that they may already be using is also helpful for creating a seamless process and workflow.

Important Considerations When Using DocuSign

Signatures collected digitally via DocuSign meet the strictest security standards. Once an agreement is signed, it is lawful and admissible in court. DocuSign “automatically generates and stores a robust audit trail for every agreement” and complies with U.S. ESIGN Act and UETA according to their website.

Users asked to sign a DocuSign agreement do not need a DocuSign account, and forms can easily be accessed and signed on a mobile device.

Given the convenience and ease, it’s no surprise that timelines for obtaining signatures can shrink from weeks to less than a day in many instances.

If you have questions about how DocuSign can be used for construction, let us know!