Construction Administration For Texas Developers
Expert construction administration for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. From pre-construction planning through project closeout, our licensed PE team ensures your development stays on schedule, on budget, and compliant with Texas regulations.
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- Complete Project Submittal
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- +265 WWTP Projects Completed
- +165 Water/Ice Kiosk
- +40 Engineers Team
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What is Construction Administration?
Construction Administration (CA) is the critical phase where engineering design meets physical construction. For Texas developers, CA services ensure that water and wastewater infrastructure is built according to approved plans, meets TCEQ requirements, and functions as designed before your community opens.
Our construction administration team serves as your technical representative on-site, coordinating between contractors, reviewing submittals, responding to field questions, and documenting progress to protect your investment and ensure regulatory approval.
Pre-Construction Services
Plan & Specification Review
Before construction begins, we verify that contractor bid packages accurately reflect design intent and regulatory requirements. We identify potential conflicts, clarify ambiguous details, and ensure contractors have the information needed for accurate pricing.
Pre-Construction Meetings
We facilitate coordination meetings between developers, contractors, and utility providers to establish communication protocols, review schedules, and confirm submittal requirements before ground breaks.
Contractor Qualification Review
We evaluate contractor qualifications and past performance on similar water/wastewater projects to help you make informed selection decisions
Construction Phase Services
Submittal Review & Approval
Every product specification, material data sheet, and shop drawing submitted by contractors receives thorough technical review by our licensed PEs. We verify compliance with design standards, manufacturer requirements, and TCEQ specifications before approving for construction.
Request for Information (RFI) Response
When field conditions differ from plans or contractors need design clarification, we provide rapid, documented responses that keep your project moving. Our typical RFI turnaround is 48 hours or less for standard inquiries.
Site Observation & Inspection Coordination
We conduct regular site visits during critical construction phases—excavation, pipe installation, concrete pours, equipment startup—documenting work quality and compliance with approved plans. We coordinate with third-party testing agencies and municipal inspectors to streamline approval processes.
Progress Documentation
Detailed photo documentation, observation reports, and construction logs create a comprehensive record of work completion. This documentation supports draw requests, protects against future disputes, and provides verification for regulatory closeout.
Change Order Review & Recommendation
When field conditions require design modifications, we evaluate contractor change order requests for technical merit and cost reasonableness, providing you with clear recommendations before approval.
Construction Schedule Monitoring
We track construction progress against approved schedules, identifying delays early and recommending corrective actions to keep your project on timeline.
Startup & Commissioning Support
System Startup Assistance
We coordinate with equipment manufacturers and contractors during initial system energization, verifying that pumps, controls, treatment processes, and monitoring equipment function as designed.
Performance Testing
We develop testing protocols and witness performance verification for water distribution systems, wastewater collection networks, and treatment facilities. Flow testing, pressure testing, and capacity verification confirm systems meet design parameters.
Operator Training Coordination
We facilitate knowledge transfer from design team to operations staff, ensuring your maintenance team understands system operation, routine maintenance requirements, and troubleshooting procedures.
Project Closeout Services
As-Built Drawing Compilation
We work with contractors to develop accurate as-built drawings reflecting actual field conditions, installed equipment locations, and any approved modifications. These critical documents support future maintenance and expansion planning.
Punch List Development & Tracking
We conduct final inspections identifying incomplete or deficient work, coordinate contractor correction of punch list items, and verify completion before final acceptance.
Operation & Maintenance Manual Review
We verify that O&M manuals submitted by contractors include all required equipment data, maintenance schedules, parts lists, and warranty information needed for long-term system operation.
Regulatory Closeout Support
We compile construction documentation required for TCEQ permit compliance, coordinate final inspections with regulatory agencies, and support preparation of system startup notifications.
Warranty Documentation
We organize warranty certificates, equipment guarantees, and contractor performance bonds, ensuring you have complete documentation for the full warranty period.
Projects
Why Choose Modern Engineering Solutoins
Responsive Communication
Field questions and contractor submittals can’t wait days for response. We maintain direct communication channels and commit to rapid turnaround that keeps construction moving forward.
TCEQ Compliance Expertise
Texas regulatory requirements are complex and change frequently. Our team stays current on TCEQ construction standards, inspection requirements, and closeout documentation to prevent delays and ensure approval.
Cost Control Focus
We evaluate change orders critically, identifying unnecessary costs and recommending value engineering alternatives that protect your budget without compromising quality or performance.
Contractor Relationship Management
We maintain professional, collaborative relationships with contractors while firmly protecting your interests. Our goal is quality construction delivered on schedule—not conflict for its own sake.
Documentation That Protects You
Thorough construction documentation isn’t just good practice—it’s protection against future disputes, warranty claims, and regulatory questions. We create comprehensive records that stand up to scrutiny.
Flexibility When You Need It
Some projects need full-time on-site representation. Others require periodic observation and document review. We scale our involvement to match your project needs and budget, not force you into fixed packages.
Our Construction Administration Approach
We don’t treat construction administration as a checkbox exercise. Every site visit has a purpose. Every submittal review applies engineering judgment. Every RFI response considers cost and schedule impact alongside technical correctness.
Your contractor is building a system that must function reliably for decades. Our construction administration ensures they’re building it right the first time—protecting your investment, meeting regulatory requirements, and setting up your community for long-term success.
Typical Construction Administration Timeline
Pre-Construction Phase (2-4 weeks)
Plan reviews, contractor coordination, submittal protocol establishment
Active Construction (Project Duration)
Regular site observations, ongoing submittal and RFI review, progress documentation
Startup Phase (2-6 weeks)
Performance testing, operator training, system commissioning
Closeout Phase (4-8 weeks)
Punch list completion, as-built verification, regulatory documentation submittal
Total CA duration varies with project complexity and construction schedule, but our involvement adapts to your timeline—available when you need us, not consuming budget when you don’t.
Why We’re a Good Fit For Your Projects
Submittal Delays
Contractors submit incomplete or non-compliant product data, causing approval delays and schedule impacts. We identify deficiencies immediately and guide contractors toward approvable submittals.
Field Modifications Without Approval
“Easier” doesn’t always mean “correct.” We catch unauthorized modifications before they become expensive problems.
Inadequate Testing Documentation
Missing test results or incomplete documentation can delay final approval. We ensure testing agencies provide complete, properly formatted reports that satisfy regulatory requirements.
Equipment Installation Errors
Pumps installed backward, controls wired incorrectly, access provisions forgotten—these common mistakes are caught during construction, not after your first service call.
Incomplete Closeout Documentation
Missing O&M manuals, incomplete as-builts, and disorganized warranty documents create headaches for facility operators. We ensure complete, organized turnover packages.