Construction Document Review

Mistakes caught on paper cost nothing. In the field, they cost everything.

We review your construction documents and specifications before they reach the contractor — finding the coordination gaps, spec conflicts, and undefined scopes that become RFIs, change orders, and budget overruns.

$0.
Cost of a paper fix
before bid
200+
Avg. RFIs on a
complex data center build
3x
Typical cost multiplier
field vs. paper fix
§ 23
Coordination conflict
CRAC unit discharge conflicts with structural beam at grid C-4. No maintenance clearance per OEM specs.
High
§ 16
Spec gap
Div. 26 references NFPA 70E compliance but no arc flash study is specified. Contractor will RFI — owner pays.
High
§ 08
Needs clarification
Door hardware schedule omits Div. 28 access control interface spec. Undefined at bid — change order likely.
Med
§ 11
Resolved in review
Generator fuel day tank sizing reconciled with runtime spec. Corrected before bid issue.
Fixed
Issues found
Before bid · Phase 1 review
0
Projects reviewed include data center, commercial, and healthcare builds across the US
10MW+ Hyperscale Tier III & IV Facilities 50,000+ sq ft Builds Colocation Campuses Commercial & Healthcare Builds
Who's Behind the Review

We read drawings
the way your
contractor will.

Preempt Global was founded by Joe Rossi, a construction manager with nearly a decade of experience on some of the most complex building projects in the United States — including mission-critical data centers, commercial facilities, and ground-up builds at a major national architecture firm.

We look at your drawings the way a contractor would — with dollars in mind. We're not checking boxes. We're hunting for the coordination gaps, missing specs, and undefined scope items that generate RFIs, change orders, and budget overruns. Think of us as your owner's second set of eyes — on the documents before they ever leave your desk.

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"Most problems in the field started as a missing note on a drawing."
5–10 years managing complex construction projects
Background at a top-tier national architecture firm
Data center, commercial, and healthcare projects across the US
Virtual-first — we work with owners & PMs nationwide
Pricing

Know the cost before
the contractor does.

Scoped to your project size and phase. No hidden fees, no retainers.

Starting at
$1,597.
Per review phase
Full coordination & spec conflict review
Itemized issue log with severity ratings
Delivered before your bid date
Scoped to your project — custom quote available
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Larger projects or multi-phase engagements? We'll scope it to fit. Reach out and we'll respond within one business day.

We work across data center ground-up, commercial renovation, medical office, and retail build-out.

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Catch it on paper.
Before it costs you.

Send us your documents before they go to bid. We'll find the issues your contractor will charge you to fix later.

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Our process

A complete review before your contractor sees a single page

We work directly with you or your project team — virtually, efficiently, and well before your bid date. No site visits. No disruption to your design team's schedule. Just a thorough, independent read of your documents by someone who understands both sides of the table.

1
Week 1
Document intake & scoping call
You share your construction document package via secure file transfer. We hold a 30-minute scoping call to understand the project, your concerns, and your bid timeline so we know exactly where to focus.
Full CD package or specific divisions — your call
Review priorities set based on your project's risk profile
NDA executed before any documents are shared
2
Week 1 – 2
Deep document review
We read your documents the way a sharp contractor will — cross-referencing drawings against specifications, flagging coordination gaps, identifying undefined scopes, and noting anything that will generate an RFI or change order if left unresolved before bid.
Architectural, structural, MEP, and all spec divisions
Drawing-to-spec cross-reference at every major system
Constructability assessment against industry standards
3
Week 2
Issue log & findings report
You receive a structured, prioritized issue log with every finding organized by severity, division, and recommended resolution. Each item includes what was found, where it lives in the documents, and the likely field consequence if it's not resolved before bid.
Critical, high, medium, and informational tiers
Direct drawing sheet and spec section references
Recommended resolution path for every finding
4
Week 2 – 3
Debrief & resolution support
We walk you and your team through the findings in a live session. We clarify priorities, answer questions, and — if needed — stay engaged through addenda to help your architect resolve issues before the documents go to bid.
Live walkthrough with your team and architect if desired
Priority resolution roadmap tied to your bid date
Optional addenda review to confirm fixes were made
Sample issue log · Div. 26
Excerpt
Electrical findings — pre-bid review
§ 26 05 53 · Dwg E-201
Arc flash study not specified
Spec references NFPA 70E labeling but no study is called for. Contractor will RFI — could delay switchgear 6–8 weeks.
Critical
§ 26 24 16 · Dwg E-104
Panel schedule exceeds feeder capacity
LP-4A shows 312A connected load on a 200A feeder. Conflict between E-104 and E-302. Architect response required before bid.
Critical
§ 26 09 23 · Spec 3.4
Lighting control commissioning undefined
Spec requires LLLC commissioning but no responsible party is identified. Likely change order if not clarified at bid.
High
§ 26 05 19 · Dwg E-001
Conductor sizing note conflicts with schedule
General note calls for #12 AWG min; branch circuit schedule shows #14 AWG on several circuits.
Med
Bottom line
Items 1 and 2 alone represent an estimated $85K–$140K in change order exposure and a potential 6-week schedule impact if not resolved before bid.
Scope of review

Every system. Every division.
Every conflict.

We don't skim. A Preempt Global review covers the full scope of your construction document package — cross-referencing every discipline against specifications and against each other. If there's a conflict hiding in your documents, we find it before your contractor does.

01
Architectural & structural
Drawing-to-spec coordination
Accessibility & egress gaps
Envelope & waterproofing conflicts
Door hardware & opening schedules
02
Mechanical & HVAC
CRAC / CRAH unit coordination
Duct routing vs. structural conflicts
Cooling load spec vs. equipment schedule
Controls & BAS interface specs
03
Electrical & power
Panel schedule vs. feeder capacity
Arc flash & NFPA 70E compliance
Generator & UPS system specs
Lighting control coordination
04
Low voltage & technology
Structured cabling pathways
Security & access control interfaces
Fire alarm system coordination
Div. 27 / 28 spec completeness
05
Plumbing & fire protection
Suppression system design basis
Pipe routing vs. structural conflicts
FM Global / insurance requirements
Backflow & isolation valve specs
06
Specifications — all divisions
Spec vs. drawing conflicts
Proprietary vs. open spec language
Submittal & RFI procedure gaps
Missing division coverage
07
Constructability
Sequence of work feasibility
Equipment access & delivery paths
Long-lead items not flagged
Commissioning requirements undefined
08
Commercial & healthcare
Tenant coordination & fit-out specs
Base building vs. TI scope conflicts
Medical office & retail MEP completeness
Renovation scope & phasing conflicts
Not sure which divisions you need reviewed?
We scope every engagement together. Tell us your bid date and your biggest concerns — we'll tell you exactly where to focus.
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Why Preempt Global

We've been on both sides of the table. That's the difference.

Architecture and field experience — not one or the other
We bring formal architectural and design training plus real owner's rep and project management experience. We know how documents are made and how contractors will read them. That dual lens is exactly what a pre-construction review requires.
We work for you — not the design team
No relationship to defend, no fee at risk if we call something out, no incentive to soften what we find. You get the unvarnished truth before bid day.
Specific findings — not vague observations
Exact document reference, spec section, what was found, and what happens in the field if it isn't resolved. A prioritized action list your architect can work from the same day.
Virtual-first means faster and leaner for you
No travel overhead. No site visit scheduling. Turnaround in two weeks or less on most projects, anywhere in the US.
"
"The review caught a critical conflict between our generator sizing spec and the fuel system design. Our architect fixed it in addendum 2. That one item alone would have been a $180,000 change order and a three-week delay at minimum."
DM
Director of Development
Colocation data center operator · Southeast US
2wk
Typical review
turnaround
100%
Virtual —
anywhere in the US
$0
Cost to fix a finding
on paper
1st
Independent eye
on your CDs
Construction management and owner's rep background. We've sat at the design table and at the owner's table — on data centers, commercial facilities, and healthcare builds. We understand the pressures, the shortcuts, and exactly where documents fall apart.
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Your next project
deserves a second set of eyes.

Send us your document package before it goes to bid. We'll tell you exactly what we see — and what it would cost you if nobody looked. Most reviews turn around in two weeks or less.

NDA before any documents are shared
2-week turnaround
Virtual-first — nationwide
No retainer required
Get in touch
We respond within one business day
Service area
Nationwide, United States
Virtual-first — no site visits required
Primary focus
Data centers, commercial & healthcare construction
From $5M medical office to $100M+ hyperscale builds