Begin the Closeout of the Project at the Start: Intelligent engineers always start with the end in mind.

The article points out the need for consulting engineers to always start a project with the end in mind. Topics covered include the project delivery methods in a client's building program, such as design-build, construction management, and integrated project delivery, the project's close out requirements and the requirements that should be submitted to the consulting engineer within 45 days after equipment submittal approval.