Who creates the Scope of Works document for a residential build?

There is no single Scope of Works document for a house. As the owner you define what you want built, and your designer and engineers turn that into drawings and specifications. Each trade or builder you engage should then have a written scope that states what is included, what is excluded, the materials, and who supplies what. A quantity surveyor can help prepare scopes and a bill of quantities. A clear scope is the best protection against variations and disputes, and a lawyer should review any significant contract that relies on it.

In MyBuildHub: use the MyBuildHub templates as a starting point for trade scopes, attach the final scope to each contract, and link it to the matching budget line.

Check yourself: your designer, your quantity surveyor, and a lawyer for significant contracts.

General information only. It is not legal, financial or professional advice and may not apply to your project. Confirm requirements with your regulator, your certifier or a lawyer before acting.