Scope of Work
Describe work in measurable terms, reference drawings and specifications, and attach exhibits. Precise scope limits disputes about what is included or excluded from the contract price.
A precise written agreement reduces disputes, clarifies payment and acceptance milestones, and documents responsibilities such as permits, insurance, and lien waivers. Well-drafted terms protect both owner and contractor by setting remedies, deadlines, and contingency procedures.
Typical users include general contractors, subcontractors, property owners, construction managers, and design professionals who need a formal record of project terms before work begins.
Describe work in measurable terms, reference drawings and specifications, and attach exhibits. Precise scope limits disputes about what is included or excluded from the contract price.
State contract sum, retainage percentage, progress payment schedule, milestones, and remedies for late payment. Tie payment releases to documented acceptances and lien waiver delivery.
Specify start date, critical milestones, substantial completion standard, float, and liquidated damages or delay excusable events to allocate time-related risk.
Require written change orders for scope, price, and schedule adjustments. Describe approval authority and a process for pricing unforeseen conditions.
Set required insurance types and limits, naming conventions for additional insureds, and performance/payment bond requirements where applicable for owner protection.
Define notice periods, negotiation, mediation, arbitration or court selection, choice of law, and venue to streamline conflict resolution and limit litigation expense.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signature fields | Place signature, date, and initials where required. |
| Signer order | Set role-based routing: contractor then owner. |
| Authentication | Use email plus optional SMS or KBA as needed. |
| Attachments | Include drawings, permits, and insurance certificates. |
Ensure the e-signature platform supports PDF and DOCX, secure storage, and an audit trail that captures timestamps and signer attribution.
Effective upon last signature; starts notice and warranty periods.
Date construction may begin per schedule.
Milestone for occupancy and retainage triggers.
Due after punch-list completion and lien waivers.
Release timing tied to final acceptance and lien clearance.
Contract signed and site mobilization begins.
Permits obtained and preconstruction submittals approved.
Progress phases completed and inspected.
Punch list cleared and final payment processed.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial, no card | No | No | Limited trial | Limited trial |
| Bulk Send | Yes (Business Premium+) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No envelope cap | 100 envelopes/user/yr | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
Tim Martin used digital execution to complete project contracts without in-person meetings.
Dan Rotelli centralized contract routing through an integrated signing workflow.