Technical Construction Audits Protect Your Investment and Avoid Conflicts Expert control of quality, costs, and deadlines in construction projects
As independent engineering experts, our construction audit service provides you with a technical and objective view of your project's actual status. We detect deviations, verify certifications, and document quality so you can make informed decisions and avoid costly litigation.
We offer audit solutions adapted to each phase and need of your project:
Payment Certificate and Measurement Disputes
Impartial review of work items, measurements, and prices to resolve payment conflicts and detect cost overruns.
- Payment dispute analysis
- Measurement verification
- Cost overrun detection
Execution and Quality Control Audit
On-site verification that materials, construction solutions, and finishes comply with the project and regulations.
- Material compliance
- Execution supervision
- Defect documentation
Pre-handover and Work Reception Audit
Comprehensive final inspection to create a snag list and ensure a smooth handover.
- Technical snag lists
- Final service tests
- Record consultation
Documentary and Regulatory Compliance Review
We verify that the project and its execution comply with the CTE, specifications, and applicable urban planning regulations.
- CTE compliance
- Specification comparison
- Change traceability
Technical Inspections with Instrumentation
We support our audits with tests and measurement equipment to obtain objective data on the construction status.
- Thermography and moisture
- Crack meters and rebound hammer
- Non-destructive testing
What is a Technical Construction Audit?
- On-site inspection and documentary review
- Quality, safety, and regulatory review
- Certification and economic item verification
- Non-conformity and cost overrun detection
- Technical conclusions and corrective action plan
Our Process
A clear and transparent method to resolve your case
Preliminary Analysis
We define the scope, necessary documentation, and audit objectives.
Inspection and Data Collection
We conduct the technical visit, gathering photographic evidence and measurements.
Review and Assessment
We analyze the data against the project, regulations, certifications, and contracts.
Expert Audit Report
We deliver the report with findings, conclusions, and defensible recommendations.
Experts in Expert Reports
Independence and Objectivity
Our criteria are purely technical and evidence-based.
Defensible Reports
With evidentiary value for mediation, arbitration, or legal proceedings.
Clear Actions
We propose viable and prioritized solutions to correct deviations.
Risk and Cost Control
We detect deviations in time, avoiding cost overruns and future litigation.
Audit Success Cases
" The audit detected deviations in measurements and qualities. Thanks to the report, we adjusted the certifications and avoided a very significant cost overrun.
Residential Construction Company – Barcelona
Project Management
" The expert report gave us the objective basis we needed to negotiate corrections with the developer before accepting the work.
Property Owners Association
Property Management
What is a Technical Construction Audit and When Should You Consider One?
A technical construction audit is a comprehensive and independent examination of an ongoing or recently completed construction project. Think of it as a high-precision "MOT" for your investment. It's not based on opinions, but on the objective verification of three fundamental pillars: that the quality matches what was agreed upon, that the costs align with the actual work executed, and that the entire process complies with current regulations.
You should consider an audit if you find yourself in any of these situations:
- During execution: If you have doubts about material quality, proper execution of a work item, or the validity of the certifications you're paying for.
- Before work reception: This is the critical moment to identify and document all pending fixes and defects before giving final approval and releasing retentions.
- When conflicts arise: If there's a dispute with the construction company about measurements, payments, or qualities, an audit report is the technical evidence that can resolve the conflict without going to litigation.
Our Vision: Auditing as a Prevention and Solution Tool
In our practice, we don't see auditing as merely a report of "problems," but as a strategic tool.
- As prevention: A timely audit allows detecting and correcting deviations before they become serious and costly problems. It's the most effective way to ensure final quality and avoid unexpected cost overruns.
- As a solution: When facing a conflict, our expert audit report becomes a clear and objective roadmap. It documents each finding, bases it on the contract or regulations, and proposes corrective actions, serving as a solid foundation for negotiation or, if necessary, for legal claims.
Key Areas of Our Audit
While we can adapt the scope to your needs, our audits typically focus on the most critical areas of a project:
- Cost Control (Certifications and Measurements): We verify that every euro you pay corresponds to real and properly executed work. We compare certification measurements with the reality on site, review disputed prices, and detect possible duplications or errors that directly impact your budget.
- Quality Control (Execution and Materials): We inspect on-site execution of the most important items (structure, waterproofing, installations, finishes) to ensure they conform to project specifications and comply with construction best practices. We document any non-conformities for correction.
- Risk Control (Work Reception): The final phase is the most delicate. We perform a comprehensive inspection to create a technical and complete snag list, ensuring the project is delivered under the agreed conditions and without hidden defects that might appear in the future.
Who Is Our Audit Service Essential For?
We work mainly with:
- Developers and Investors: Who need an external and independent view to ensure the profitability and quality of their investment.
- Property Owner Associations: For the reception of rehabilitation works or common elements, to guarantee correct execution.
- Construction Companies: Who want an external quality audit to validate their processes or to mediate in conflicts with subcontractors.
- Public Administrations: For the control and supervision of tendered works.
Need a Technical and Independent View of Your Construction Project?
Contact our team. We will analyze your case to propose the audit approach that best protects your interests.
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