Contracts

Change Order

Work that is added to or deleted from the original scope, which alters the original contract amount and/or completion date.

Managing Change Orders

A change order is a standard industry document that amends the construction contract. It describes the new work, the price change, and any schedule adjustment.

Process

Identify the change
Price the change (sub quotes, labor, materials)
Submit to the owner for approval
Get signed change order
Execute the work
Bill per the change order

Software

Modern change-order management is built into field-first construction software. Photos, signatures, and pricing are captured in the same platform.

Related Terms

RFI (Request for Information)
A formal process used in construction to clarify details in the plans or specifications.
Construction Contract
A legally binding agreement between the owner and the contractor that defines the scope, schedule, price, and terms of a construction project.

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