Architects, consultants and contractors learned tips for avoiding disputes during the design and construction phase of a project, starting with mapping out their scope of work in the early stages and ensuring everyone is on the same page.

Handling Design Issues Without Disputes, part of the WeirFoulds Tools for Success series, was hosted virtually recently.

“Obviously they (consultants) are going to be responsible for preparing the actual design of course, but beyond that you do want to pay attention to what other obligations they have under the contract,” said Jeff Scorgie, partner in the construction practice group at WeirFoulds.