Optimism is an important quality for anyone taking on a commercial construction project in Florida, but equally important (if not more important) is realism. Although owners may be eager to break ground and contractors are motivated to meet expectations, critical steps cannot be overlooked in haste. When corners are cut or contractors are not thoroughly vetted, major setbacks can eventually rear their heads and cause the project to stall out – or worse, end indefinitely.

It’s when this happens, and things go wrong, that construction consultants like us get called in to complete a forensic analysis.

What is Forensic Investigation?

It’s a scenario we see all too often: a project grinds to a halt due to oversights made during pre-construction. These oversights often involve incomplete or missing permits, inadequate planning or errors in coordination. Though they may seem small or insignificant at the time, these issues can completely derail a build and leave owners frustrated and unsure of how to move forward.

When this happens, we are brought into a project and asked to put on our detective hats. Through a forensic investigation, we dig into the history of the build to piece together the chain of events that led to the current breakdown. What went wrong, when did it happen, and who was responsible? These are the questions we answer to get the project back on track.

We’ve encountered builds that have no permits or proper architectural drawings yet somehow already have foundational work in place. These types of issues are usually the result of poor coordination, miscommunication and underestimating the complexity of managing a commercial project.

Small oversights like not properly vetting contractors or missing key details in the scope of work can snowball into costly mistakes that delay the project indefinitely. Poor oversight from the outset can turn a smooth build into a forensic nightmare down the road.

Prevention is Key. It Starts During Pre-Construction.

At Seacoast Consulting Group, we know that attention to detail is the cornerstone of successful project management. From Day 1, we work on a project owner’s behalf to ensure that every bid is thoroughly evaluated, every contract is negotiated with precision, and all necessary permits are secured. By meticulously documenting every phase, we minimize the risk of unexpected issues that could bring the project to a standstill.

Contact Us at Seacoast Consulting Group and Seacoast Construction for Your Next Project

Whether you’re just getting started with a new build or need help recovering from a project in disarray, we’re here to guide you through the process and ensure that your buildout is completed on time and on budget. Contact our office at Seacoast Consulting Group and Seacoast Construction to schedule a free consultation. Let us help steer your project to success – no forensic investigations required.