This stage aims to prepare coordinated construction documentation suitable for statutory submission, pricing, and construction. Convert design intent into measurable, contract-ready information. Finalise specifications, schedules, and detailing. Submit to local authority for approval where required. Facilitate procurement and contractor appointment
Professional Outputs;
Site inspection reports, revised construction drawings, practical completion certificate, snag lists.
- Stage 1 – Inception
- Stage 2 – Concept & Viability
- Stage 3 – Design Development
- Stage 4 – Documentation & Procurement
- Stage 5 – Construction
- Stage 6 – Close-Out
PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT
- Report and error.
- Troubleshooting.
- Request additional files.
- Wish list.
DOCUMENTS
Useful documents and templates to download.
| Payment certificate template. | Snag list template. |
| Practical Completion certificate template. | Meeting register. |
| Site instruction register. | Site meeting minutes. |
| Non-conformance notice template. | Health and Safety file checklist. |
| Site Visit Report Template. | Variation Order Template. |
| Delay Notice Template. | Extension of Time Assessment Template. |
| Latent Defect Record Template. |
CHECKLISTS
Useful checklists to help you keep track of the chaos.
| Approved Construction Drawings Available On Site. | Contractor Insurance and Guarantees Verified. |
TOOLS
Useful tools for architects
| Snag list tracking system. | Payment certificate calculator. |
| Cashflow Projection Tracker. | Variation Impact Calculator. |
| Contractor Performance Log. |
PORTALS
Useful non-affiliated portals that every architect needs to use.
| CIDB contractor verification portal. | Municipal inspection booking portals. |
| NHBRC inspection booking portal. | Blog – Stage 5. |
| Department of Labour (OHSA reference). | Local fire department inspection booking. |
| Compensation Fund (Department of Employment and Labour). | COID Registration Verification |
LEGISLATIVE REFERENCES
Useful links to legislative archives.
| SANS 10400 | SANS XA |
| SACAP |
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