Ep.1655 - Why Builders Must Be Involved During Design Development

In this episode, Jason continues the IPCS series by explaining why superintendents and project managers must be actively involved during design development. Builders need time to update the production plan, logistics, zone maps, procurement log, risk register, mobilization strategy, and temporary utility plans before construction begins. Without their early involvement, the project is likely to start without a stable team, an achievable plan, or the preparation needed to execute smoothly. What you'll learn in this episode: Why builders should be engaged by the middle of design development. How early planning improves logistics, procurement, mobilization, and system selection. Why underground utilities, temporary services, permits, and site preparation must be addressed early. How builder involvement supports constructability, prefabrication, and an achievable budget and schedule. Why delaying the project team's involvement can cost weeks or months during mobilization and foundations. Are your builders shaping the project before construction begins, or inheriting an incomplete plan when it is already too late? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw