Building Project Oversight

Independent, professional oversight for renovation, repair, and capital improvement projects — protecting owners, investors, and boards from costly mistakes.

Independent Oversight. Informed Decisions. Better Outcomes.

Building projects often fail not because of bad intentions, but due to miscommunication, incomplete scopes, poor sequencing, or lack of independent oversight.

Building Project Oversight is a professional, third-party service designed to support owners, investors, and property managers by monitoring construction or renovation projects from an objective standpoint. Our role is not to manage contractors, but to observe, document, and report on progress, quality, and adherence to the agreed scope of work.

Part of the OverSEEIt Network of Inspectors North America Wide

Every OverSeeIt inspector is an InterNACHI® Certified Professional Inspector (CPI)® at a minimum. We have the most skilled and trusted inspectors in the industry. To attain the CPI designation, they’re required to complete a rigorous training program of accepted industry standards for construction and inspection. And in order to maintain their certification, they must take additional continuing education annually, pass a comprehensive exam every three years, and abide by other requirements related to ethics and standards.

Project and Contractor Oversight Services

The inspector will oversee and coordinate the different aspects of your home renovation or other construction project to ensure that you get the best work out of your contractor, and make sure that your project is completed on schedule and according to your specifications and contract.

New Construction Phase Inspections

The inspector will perform several assessments of your new home as it's being built. These include a foundation inspection, a pre-drywall inspection, and a final inspection when construction is completed. These phase inspection will ensure that your home is being built to your specifications, and catch any deficiencies before they become problems later in the building process.

Builder’s Warranty Inspection

This is a comprehensive evaluation of the interior and exterior of your new home and its major systems and components, which is conducted during the 11th month of your occupancy – before your builder's one-year warranty expires – so that you don’t have to go out of pocket for the repair of covered items. Our inspectors are Certified 11th Month Warranty Inspectors.

Investor Consulting

This service will help you assess a property's potential to yield a positive return. The inspector will provide you with an overview of the property's condition, including the possibility of any big-ticket repairs in the near future. This service is essential for helping you maximize your investment while minimizing any expensive surprises.

Final Walk-Through Inspection

The final walk-through is one of the most important aspects of the home-buying process. Your inspector can evaluate the property's condition before the closing date. Your report will help you resolve any issues that the seller failed to address, including negotiated repairs or improvements. The inspector can also confirm that any repairs or upgrades done after the initial home inspection were completed properly.

Custom Services

OverSeeIt inspectors can also be hired to perform home inspections and other types of speciality inspection and testing services.

Who Benefits from Building Project Oversight?

This service is ideal for:

• Commercial property owners and investors

• Multi-unit and apartment building owners

• Condominium boards and property managers

• Landlords completing major repairs or upgrades

• Buyers overseeing post-purchase renovations

• Lenders or partners requiring third-party documentation

• Note:

We act independently and do not perform construction work or accept referral fees from contractors.

What Is Building Project Oversight?

Building Project Oversight is a non-invasive, observational service focused on:

• Confirming work appears to follow the approved scope and plans

• Identifying visible deficiencies or inconsistencies during construction

• Documenting progress at key project milestones

• Providing clear reporting for owners and stakeholders

• Flagging concerns early, before they become costly corrections

This service is commonly used during renovations, capital upgrades, insurance repairs, or deferred maintenance projects.

SCOPE OF OVERSIGHT

1. Pre-Project Review: Review of scope, drawings, quotes, and timelines (as provided).

2. Site Visits & Progress Checks: Scheduled site observations during active work.

3. Workmanship Observations: Visual review of installations, materials, and sequencing.

4. Change Order Awareness: Identification of deviations from the original scope.

5. Photo Documentation: Time-stamped images documenting project progress.

6. Milestone Reporting: Written updates at agreed project stages.

7. Deficiency Identification: Noting visible issues requiring clarification or correction.

8. Final Walk-Through Support: Observation of completed work prior to project sign-off.

WHAT THIS SERVICE IS NOT (IMPORTANT CLARITY)

To maintain independence and clarity, this service does not include:

• Construction management

• Contractor supervision or direction

• Design or engineering services

• Code compliance inspections

• Trade certification or performance testing

  Where specialized evaluation is required, we can recommend appropriate professionals while remaining independent.

PRICING OPTIONS and DELIVERABLES

Option 1 — Hourly Oversight

Starting at $155 per hour + GST - Ideal for short-term projects or advisory support.

Option 2 — Site Visit Packages

• Single Site Visit & Report

  • Starting at $495 + GST - Includes on-site observation, photo documentation, and written summary.

• Three-Visit Oversight Package

  • Starting at $1,350 + GST - Designed for start / mid-project / pre-completion stages.

• Five-Visit Oversight Package

  • Starting at $2,150 + GST - Best for multi-phase or longer renovation projects.

Option 3 — Ongoing Project Oversight (Monthly)

Starting at From $1,950 per month + GST

• Includes:

  • Regularly Scheduled site visits

  • Progress documentation

  • Ongoing communication with the owner or manager

  • Monthly summary report

Every Building Project Oversight engagement includes:

• Written oversight summaries

• High-resolution photo documentation

• Clear identification of observed concerns

• Progress confirmation at key milestones

• Independent third-party documentation

FAQ

Q: Can you stop a contractor from doing work incorrectly?

No. We do not direct or control contractors. We document and report observed issues so owners can address them promptly.

Q: Is this the same as a draw inspection?

No. While similar in structure, project oversight focuses on quality and scope alignment rather than payment authorization. Although, we also do Draw Inspections!

Q: Do you work with insurance or restoration projects?

Yes. This service is commonly used for insurance-related repairs.

Q: Can this be combined with inspections?

Yes. Many clients pair this service with pre-purchase, post-repair, or re-inspection services.

Our Qualifications:

Bring Clarity and Accountability to Your Building Project

If you’re investing significant capital into a building project, independent oversight can help reduce risk, prevent misunderstandings, and support better outcomes.