PROJECT PLANNING
Before you speak to a builder.
The information that makes your first conversation more useful.
Start with the place and the project
Write down the site location, whether you own or control it, and what you want to build. A few plain sentences are enough to explain the aim.
Share the stage you have reached
Tell the builder whether you are exploring, designing, seeking approvals, tendering or ready to build. Share drawings if available and identify any information still being prepared.
Be clear about budget and timing
A budget expectation helps frame a discussion. If you need guidance, say so. Explain any fixed deadlines and separate those from your preferred start date.
Identify the next decision
You may need to understand feasibility, review a tender or arrange a conversation about construction. Making that next decision clear helps the team respond usefully.
Every site and project is different. Use this as a starting point for a conversation about your specific plans.