Clear scope definition ensures that the engineering team knows exactly what to deliver and avoids gaps between design intent and construction reality.

1. Engineering Scope Definition

• Define discipline-wise boundaries (civil, structural, MEP, architecture).
• Identify codes, standards, and performance criteria.
• Document interfaces between disciplines (e.g., structure-MEP coordination).
• Prepare a Design Responsibility Matrix (DRM) to show who owns each deliverable.

2. Mini-Drawings (or Mini-Design Packages)

Used in large projects to control design progress in manageable sections.

Purpose:

• Divide the total design into smaller, reviewable parts.
• Enable faster approval cycles.
• Allow early start of procurement and construction.
  

Typical Contents:

• Key plan and section drawings.
• BOQ summary for that section.
• Material specification sheet.
• Design assumptions and calculation notes.
• Approval sign-off sheet.