Independent Certifier
About Our Independent Certifier Services
A.W. Hooker Associates Ltd. is a leader in the Independent Certifier role of services, having pioneered the role in 2007 with the Durham Consolidated Courthouse. We've completed over 25 projects in the Independent Certifier role, including hospitals, LRTs, highways, and courthouses. We know the importance of thorough commissioning with attention to detail as part of the completion process in these cases.
Key Clients: Infrastructure Ontario, City of Ottawa, City of Edmonton.
Expertise in P3 Models: Proficient in DBF, BFM, and DBFM development models.
The Benefits
- Leadership & Experience
- Extensive Portfolio
- Seamless integration with various project teams and delivery methods.
- Thorough Commissioning
Contract Monitoring & Payment Certification
What is Contract Monitoring & Payment Certification?
Contract Monitoring & Payment Certification is a service that ensures the accurate and timely tracking of a construction project’s progress and the verification of payments. It involves regular oversight and detailed assessments to confirm that all contractual obligations are met and that payments are justified and correctly processed.
The Benefits
- Regular Monitoring: Continuous oversight of the project to track progress and ensure compliance with contractual terms.
- Monthly Assessments: Conducts regular, monthly reviews of payment applications and field progress to accurately assess the level of project completion.
- Discrepancy Resolution: Addresses discrepancies in payment applications with the General Contractor.
- Detailed Reporting: Provide comprehensive reports including site photographs, project progress, cash flow analysis, payment justifications, change orders, and any financial concerns.
- Substantial Completion Verification: Reviewing and certifying that the project has reached substantial completion and meets the required standards.
Project Monitoring
What Is Project Monitoring?
Project Monitoring is a critical service in construction project management that involves continuous oversight and evaluation to ensure the project stays on track, on budget, and meets the specified quality standards. It provides an independent assessment of the project's progress, financial health, and potential risks, offering valuable insights to both owners and lenders.
The Benefits
- Preliminary Report that assesses the completeness and accuracy of budgets, financial plans, construction plans, contracts, and permits.
- Periodic Status Reports on costs to date, work completed, cash flow projections, and any deviations from the original plan.
- Early identification of potential risks and issues that could impact the project, enabling proactive management and mitigation.
- Offers security for Lenders by ensuring that their capital is protected from undue risks, is being managed effectively and is progressing as planned.
- Helps owners secure financing by demonstrating that the project is well-monitored and financially viable.
Change Order Management
What Is Change Order Management?
Change Order Management is a service that Manages changes in project scope, ensuring that any alterations are documented, priced, and approved without disrupting the overall budget and schedule. Changes can happen for many reasons: sometimes technical or contractual documents are interpreted differently, the design changes, schedules run over or get delayed because of permits or inadequate schedule allowance, overtime or a change in the availability of labour or material.
The Benefits
- Fair Cost Impact Assessment, we evaluate changes post-contract to determine cost responsibility fairly and reasonably.
- Provides clear methods for resolving changes, and preventing bigger issues.