Coordination With Architects and Engineers

Coordination with architects and engineers is a critical part of regulated residential construction and renovation projects. This coordination ensures that design intent, structural requirements, building codes, and permitting standards are aligned before construction begins and throughout the project lifecycle. MDI Custom Homes is a licensed general building contractor specializing in residential projects that require permitting, inspections, and coordinated oversight across multiple trades. Our work is centered on code compliance, structural responsibility, and proper approvals—ensuring each project is planned, executed, and finalized in accordance with local building requirements.

For projects involving permits, structural changes, or engineered systems, this coordination is typically managed by a licensed general contractor.

What Does Coordination With Architects and Engineers Mean?

Coordination refers to the process of aligning architectural design, engineering requirements, and construction execution into a single, buildable plan.

Architects and engineers are responsible for design and technical specifications. The general contractor is responsible for ensuring those documents are constructible, code-compliant, and suitable for permit review and inspection.

Effective coordination prevents conflicts between drawings, structural requirements, and real-world construction conditions.

When Are Architects or Engineers Required?

Architect or engineer involvement is commonly required for projects that include:

Local building departments often mandate sealed drawings from licensed professionals before permits are approved.

The Role of the General Contractor in Coordination

For permitted or regulated projects, the licensed general contractor typically coordinates communication between architects, engineers, and the building department.

This includes:

The contractor serves as the point of accountability once construction begins.

Why Coordination Matters Before Permits Are Submitted

Poor coordination before permit submission often leads to:

Proper coordination improves permit review efficiency and reduces revisions during inspections.

Coordination During Construction

Coordination does not end once permits are issued. During construction, coordination may include:

  • Clarifying engineering details for inspectors

  • Addressing field conditions that differ from plans

  • Requesting engineer clarifications or revisions when required

  • Ensuring inspections align with approved documents

This ongoing coordination helps keep construction moving without compliance issues.

How Coordination Supports Inspections

Inspectors rely on approved plans and engineering documents to verify compliance. Proper coordination ensures that:

  • Construction matches permitted drawings

  • Structural elements are built as designed

  • Inspection questions can be answered quickly

  • Corrections can be resolved without delays

Well-coordinated projects typically pass inspections more smoothly.

Coordination With Architects and Engineers at MDI Custom Homes

MDI Custom Homes coordinates with architects and engineers as part of its managed renovation and construction process.

For projects that require permits, MDI Custom Homes coordinates architectural and engineering documentation, pulls permits under its general contractor license, and manages required inspections through final approval.

This coordination helps reduce delays, improve compliance, and support successful project outcomes.

Summary

Coordination with architects and engineers is essential for projects involving permits, structural work, or regulated construction. It aligns design, engineering, permitting, and construction into a unified process.

For permitted renovation and construction projects, this coordination is a core responsibility of the licensed general contractor managing the work.