The typical timeframe to notify the project owner or the owner’s rep of a change is 5 to 10 days, but this changes from contract to contract. Failing to inform or follow the right notification process can cause a change order to be rejected or payment withheld. In general, construction contracts will require parties to provide notice of any changes to the scope of work within a certain number of days.
The contract should provide specific guidelines on how to manage and process the change order.Ĭhange orders will not only alter the project scope and schedule, but they can also affect a contractor’s liability and put their payment at risk.
In many instances, the construction contract dictates the change order process. It details the changes in the scope of work, cost, and schedule that are required. A change order is a document used to alter the original agreement on a construction project.