Clear scope definition ensures that the engineering team knows exactly what to deliver and avoids gaps between design intent and construction reality.
1. Engineering Scope Definition
- Define discipline-wise boundaries (civil, structural, MEP, architecture).
- Identify codes, standards, and performance criteria.
- Document interfaces between disciplines (e.g., structure-MEP coordination).
- Prepare a Design Responsibility Matrix (DRM) to show who owns each deliverable.
2. Mini-Drawings (or Mini-Design Packages)
Used in large projects to control design progress in manageable sections.
Purpose:
- Divide the total design into smaller, reviewable parts.
- Enable faster approval cycles.
- Allow early start of procurement and construction.
Typical Contents:
- Key plan and section drawings.
- BOQ summary for that section.
- Material specification sheet.
- Design assumptions and calculation notes.
- Approval sign-off sheet.
“Breaking large designs into mini-packages accelerates decisions and reduces rework.”