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One big mistake rarely causes construction projects to go over budget. Most cost problems start earlier, in planning, budgeting, scope definition, or design coordination. On paper, a project may seem financially feasible, but once procurement starts and construction begins, hidden gaps quickly appear. Materials cost more than anticipated. Design changes increase labour costs. Timelines change. Suddenly, the original budget is no longer the case. That’s why the early planning

Sometimes construction estimates can look straightforward at first glance. A few cost sheets. A timeline. Material quantities are listed line by line. But once the review actually begins, things start to feel less certain. One contractor’s quote is noticeably higher. Another seems unusually low. One bid is just a single number on a page. Some costs appear bundled together without explanation. Suddenly, the estimate isn’t just a number anymore. It’s a puzzle. Developers, prope