Services

Risk review.
On your schedule.

Fixed-fee engagements for commercial construction teams and owner's representatives who need structured risk clarity — without a lengthy consulting retainer.

01 — Entry Point

Risk Scan

A focused 60-minute conversation to identify where your tender is most exposed. No deliverable document — verbal risk identification and a clear picture of where attention needs to go before submission.

The right starting point if you've never worked with us before. A straightforward first step before committing to a full review.

$500 / session
Remote · One session
  • 60-minute focused risk conversation (remote)
  • Verbal identification of top exposure areas
  • Named assumptions and scope gaps
  • Recommendation on whether a full review is warranted
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02 — Core Service

Structured Pre-Tender Review

A full working session before submission. We review your drawings and scope, walk through the estimate assumptions in depth, and deliver a written risk summary your team can act on — within 24 hours.

Designed for estimators, PMs, and owner's representatives on commercial, institutional, or multi-unit residential projects from $500K upward.

$1,500 / session
Remote · Written summary included
  • 90-minute structured review session (remote)
  • Pre-session drawings and scope review
  • Written risk summary delivered within 24 hours
  • Named assumptions and flagged exposure areas
  • Change order precursor identification
  • 30-day follow-up included
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03 — Advisory Retainer

Monthly Risk Advisory

Ongoing risk oversight across multiple tenders and active projects. For teams who want structured clarity every month — not just before a single bid.

At two full reviews plus a site risk review per month, the retainer delivers more than $4,500 in per-session value at a fixed monthly rate. Minimum 3-month engagement.

$2,000 / month
Remote · 3-month minimum
  • Two pre-tender reviews per month
  • One site risk visibility review per month
  • Unlimited email access between sessions
  • Quarterly process review and recommendations
  • Priority scheduling on all sessions
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Book a Session

Send your tender details.
I'll tell you where the risk lives.

All reviews conducted remotely. Serving Canadian construction teams coast to coast. I'll follow up within one business day to confirm timing and scope.

General contractors Owner's representatives Commercial · Institutional · Healthcare Projects $500K and up
No problem — describe your situation below and I'll suggest the right starting point.

No spam. No sales calls. I'll respond personally within one business day.

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Prefer email? trish@construction-explained.com

"Trish flagged two scope gaps I'd completely missed. Saved us from a painful change order conversation mid-project."

Senior PM · Commercial GC
Why it works
  • 30+ years across all sides of the contract
  • Healthcare, education, and commercial sectors
  • Contractor PM, estimator, and owner's rep experience
  • Canadian projects from $100K to $350M
  • Remote delivery — no travel costs or delays

Response time

I respond personally within one business day. For tight deadlines, note your tender date and I'll prioritize.