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Design Review & Proof Checking

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Design Review & Proof Checking

Independent structural design review and proof checking services to verify compliance, accuracy, and constructability. We provide third-party structural design review and proof checking services for consultants, contractors, developers, and authorities—helping reduce risk, improve constructability, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.

What This Service Covers

Our Design Review & Proof Checking service provides an independent, objective assessment of structural designs prepared by others. The focus is on identifying errors, omissions, non-compliances, and optimization opportunities—without altering design ownership unless specifically instructed.
This service can be engaged at various project stages, including concept design, detailed design, IFC submission, or prior to construction.

Types of Review & Checking

Typical Deliverables Include:

Design Review

  • Review of structural concepts and design assumptions
  • Assessment of load paths and structural systems
  • Verification of design approach and methodology
  • Identification of coordination and constructability concerns

Proof Checking

  • Independent verification of structural calculations
  • Cross-checking of member sizing and detailing
  • Validation of load combinations and design criteria
  • Compliance checks against specified design codes

Value Engineering Review

  • Identification of overdesign or inefficiencies
  • Optimization suggestions (where permitted)
  • Constructability and cost-efficiency feedback

Scope of Checking & Deliverables

Typical Review Scope Includes:
  • Review of design basis and assumptions
  • Checking of analysis models (logic and parameters)
  • Verification of calculation accuracy
  • Review of drawings for consistency and clarity
  • Identification of design risks and coordination gaps

Deliverables

  • Review comments and marked-up drawings
  • Formal review or proof-check report
  • Summary of observations and recommendations
  • Clarification responses (as part of agreed scope)

The exact scope is defined clearly at project initiation to avoid ambiguity.Clarification responses (as part of agreed scope)

Codes & Standards Reviewed Against

We perform reviews against a wide range of international design codes, including:
  • ACI / ASCE
  • Eurocodes
  • IS Codes
  • BS Standards
  • CSA
  • AS
Code selection and review criteria are confirmed during project kickoff.

Our Review Process & Independence

Our review process is structured to ensure independence, objectivity, and traceability.
Key aspects include:

  • Review conducted by engineers independent of the original design team
  • Structured checklists and review templates
  • Clear distinction between mandatory corrections and advisory comments
  • Documented responses and closure tracking

This ensures transparency and defensibility of the review outcomes.

Quality & Risk Management

Design reviews and proof checks play a critical role in reducing project risk by:
  • Identifying critical errors before construction
  • Reducing change orders and rework
  • Improving coordination between disciplines
  • Enhancing confidence for clients and stakeholders

Our review outputs are designed to support informed decision-making, not replace the original designer’s responsibility unless contractually agreed.

How Clients Engage Us for Design Review

Clients typically engage us for review and proof checking through:
  • Fixed-scope review assignments
  • Time-based or hourly review support
  • Independent reviewer role across multiple projects
Refer to the Engagement Models & Pricing page for details.

Related Services

Design Review & Proof Checking is often combined with:

BIM & Structural Modeling

Shop Drawings & Detailing

Project Engineering & Construction Support

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