Construction-Phase BMP Inspections and Certifications
Observing BMP construction and certifying the finished facility
As a stormwater facility is built, construction needs to be observed and documented so the finished facility can be compared with the approved plans. Colman Engineering provides construction-phase inspection and certification of stormwater management BMPs across Virginia. We observe construction, help catch issues early, and coordinate the as-built survey and certifications required.
Benefits
Construction-Phase BMP Inspections and Certifications
Issues caught during construction
Observing the BMP as it is built helps identify problems while they are still easier to correct. Catching a deviation early can reduce the risk of rework later on.
Built to the plan specifications
We observe construction at an agreed level to help confirm that the BMP and related facilities follow the approved plans and specifications. That documentation supports certification at completion.
A complete as-built closeout
We coordinate the as-built survey and prepare the final as-built plans, BMP exhibit, and BMP certification. You receive the recorded documents you'll need for facility approval and future recertification.
From construction observation to a certified, as-built facility
During construction of the stormwater BMP and related facilities, we provide observation and inspection at an agreed level to help confirm that the work follows the plans and specifications, identify problems early, and document progress. As the facility is completed, we coordinate the as-built survey and deliver the as-built plans, the BMP exhibit, and the BMP certification. Those records document what was actually built and set up the facility for its ongoing maintenance and future recertification.
Use Cases
Construction-phase BMP inspection fits when a stormwater facility is being built and needs observation and certification.
01
Your BMP is under construction
A pond, basin, or other stormwater facility is being built on your site. We observe the work and document that it follows the approved plans.
02
You need the BMP certified and as-builts recorded
Closeout requires a certified, as-built record of the facility. We coordinate the as-built survey and deliver the plans, BMP exhibit, and certification.
03
You want problems caught early
You'd rather resolve construction issues as they happen, rather than after the facility is finished. Ongoing observation supports that.
Tips and FAQs
This service covers the initial inspection and certification of a BMP as it is constructed, including the as-built record; it is distinct from post-construction recertification, which is the recurring check on a facility already in service. Early observation can make deviations easier to correct before the facility is complete. The as-built deliverables also become the baseline for future recertifications.
What does construction-phase BMP inspection involve?
We observe and inspect the BMP and related facilities as they are built, at an agreed level, and document construction progress to help confirm that the work follows the approved plans.
What do you deliver at the end?
We coordinate the as-built survey and deliver the as-built plans of the stormwater facilities, the BMP exhibit, and the BMP certification, the records that close out the facility.
How is this different from post-construction recertification?
This is the initial certification of a facility as it's built. Post-construction recertification is the recurring inspection and recertification of a BMP already in service over its life.
Can you catch construction problems before they're finalized?
That's a core benefit. Observing the BMP as it's built lets us flag deviations while they're still straightforward to correct, rather than after the facility is complete.
