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47-Point Construction
The complete GC closeout reference — covering punch lists, as-builts, lien waivers, O&M manuals, retainage release, and compliance docs. Check off items as you go.
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Executed prime contract including all approved amendments and modifications
Admin
Owner-approved schedule of values (final revision)
PM
All executed subcontractor agreements with current insurance certificates on file
Admin
Approved submittals log — all required submittals stamped and archived
PM
Building permit copies on file (original + all revisions)
Admin
GC/PM punch list walk completed with all items documented
Field
Owner/architect punch list walk completed and items recorded
Field
All punch list items resolved with documented confirmation
Field
Subcontractor sign-offs obtained for each trade scope
PM
Photo documentation of all completed punch list items archived
Admin
Written owner acceptance of punch list completion received
PM
AHJ final inspection completed and signed off
Field
Certificate of occupancy (or final occupancy approval) obtained
Admin
As-built architectural drawings compiled and delivered to owner
PM
As-built MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) drawings delivered
PM
As-built structural drawings delivered (if applicable)
PM
Shop drawings archive organized and transferred to owner
Admin
RFI log finalized — all RFIs closed, answers archived
PM
Submittal log finalized — all submittals approved and archived
PM
Change order log finalized — all COs fully executed
Legal
Material and equipment test reports / inspection reports archived
Admin
O&M manuals assembled for all building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression)
Admin
Equipment manufacturer warranties collected and delivered to owner
Admin
GC workmanship warranty letter issued (1-year standard, or per contract)
Legal
Subcontractor workmanship warranties collected and forwarded to owner
Admin
Roofing warranty issued and delivered (manufacturer + installer)
Admin
Special warranties (waterproofing, glazing, structural, etc.) collected
Admin
Owner training sessions completed for all major building systems
PM
Attic stock / spare materials and replacement parts delivered and inventoried
Field
Conditional lien waivers collected from all subs and suppliers through final application
Legal
Unconditional final lien waivers collected from all subs and suppliers upon final payment
Legal
GC final application for payment submitted with required backups
Admin
Retainage release documentation prepared and submitted to owner
Legal
Final executed change order covering all unresolved scope items
Legal
All stored materials invoices cleared and reconciled
Admin
Certificate of substantial completion executed by all parties
Legal
Notice of completion filed with the county recorder (where required)
Legal
Final payment received and subcontractor final payments disbursed
Admin
OSHA 300 log completed and filed; incident reports archived
Admin
Final building inspection passed and sign-off received from building dept
Field
Fire marshal inspection completed and approval received
Field
Health department inspection completed (if food service or medical)
Field
Elevator inspection certificate obtained (if applicable)
Admin
LEED / green certification documentation compiled and submitted (if applicable)
Admin
Utility connection confirmations (electric, gas, water, telecom) obtained
Field
Keys, access cards, fob codes, and combinations inventoried and delivered to owner
PM
Jobsite demobilization complete — trailer, temp power, fencing, portable toilets removed
Field
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