14 December 2023
Why Do Schools Consistently Face Budget Overruns on Projects?

Discover how to keep your project on budget and schedule with our 4 pre-project stage steps.
Design and Construction of all school, aged care, or hospitality refurbishments can either be a minefield of cost and time blowouts, mixed in with a lack of communication and ad hoc updates from your contractors or...
Alternatively, the process can be fully transparent with the help of a reputable design-and-construct team. Constant communication, proactive management, and guidance give clients peace of mind and focus on day-to-day operations. Project success depends on the Design (Architectural Team) and Construction (Builder) teams clearly understanding the client’s needs and project deliverables while aligning with the allocated budget. Construction teams must have detailed designs and documentation to reference when completing construction projects; this will assist with meeting client expectations and delivering their desired vision.
Planning is the key to all projects, more importantly the Pre-Planning (sometimes called feasibility) of a project to is imperative to ensure you know the desired vision and outcomes of a project are achievable.
· Obtain & understand project requirements & desired outcomes
· Obtain budget expectations & requirements of the project
· Obtain any site information & inspect existing site conditions
· Set a timeline for the remaining 3 phases of the process
· The design team develop concepts and project options
· Concepts are shared with the client at Project Control Group (PCG)
· Further essential design development produced
· Design team & construction estimating team collaborate to
· Formulate a realistic budget analysis
· Preliminary design & cost estimates are presented to the client at PCG
· List of anticipated 3rd party consultants required for the project
· Outline of high-level project delivery schedule
Following these steps ensures the client is set up for success from the beginning, allowing the project teams to deliver the vision and complete it on time, within budget, and to the highest possible quality.
We are a team of Architects, Interior Designers, and draftsmen collaborating with Estimators, Builders, and tradespersons who Specialise in the Design and Construction of Inspiring Environments that enrich the quality of life of those who inhabit the Education, Aged Care, and Hospitality Sectors.
Our mission is to build lasting relationships with our clients by consistently exceeding expectations and maximising outcomes within their budgets.
We're here to help you achieve exceptional outcomes. Whether planning a new project or seeking expert guidance, Coverite Projects is your trusted full-project partner. Share your project needs with us, and let’s explore how we can bring your vision to life.