Remote Construction Oversight Strategy

Introduction

StrideArc was engaged by a developer overseeing multiple construction sites to implement a remote supervision strategy that maintained accountability without requiring constant on-site presence. With investor reporting, lender coordination, and construction billing all in motion, the client needed a way to document progress, validate draw requests, and identify potential issues in real time.

The engagement focused on integrating visual documentation technology to support transparency and decision-making throughout the buildout phase.

Project Overview

● Client Type: Multi-Site Developer

● Engagement Focus: Remote Construction Oversight and Accountability

● Objectives: Implement a scalable oversight system to track site progress, validate contractor billings, and identify construction issues across multiple locations without requiring continuous on-site supervision.

The Challenge

StrideArc was brought in during early construction to support a client managing multiple buildouts across separate sites. The client needed to maintain control over construction quality, billing accuracy, and schedule progress without dedicating staff to full-time site supervision. Existing processes relied on periodic site visits and contractor reporting, leaving gaps in visibility that created risk for investors, lenders, and ownership.

“Without consistent documentation, everything from progress verification to plan updates became reactive. We needed a way to see the job without being there.”

— Owner’s Rep, StrideArc

The client required a system that could document field conditions regularly, support draw validation, and detect construction issues early—without adding operational overhead or slowing down project timelines.

The Solution

StrideArc recommended a remote documentation strategy using OpenSpace, a 360° camera platform that captures full jobsite walkthroughs tied to floor plans and timestamps. Weekly walkthroughs were scheduled every Friday, allowing each site to be documented consistently without disrupting the field team’s workflow.

“OpenSpace let us build a visual record that covered progress, accountability, and coordination without relying on someone to take perfect notes.”

— Field Strategy Advisor, StrideArc

StrideArc used the footage to support remote oversight in three key areas: tracking progress relative to the schedule, reviewing conditions for draw submittals, and flagging early-stage issues before they were covered. The walkthroughs were also used to review field conditions tied to mid-construction plan changes, reducing the need for invasive inspections or extensive rework.

The Outcome

The remote oversight process gave the client consistent, verifiable visibility across all active construction sites. Weekly OpenSpace walkthroughs created a continuous visual record that supported draw validation, identified issues before they were concealed, and reduced dependence on in-person inspections.

The footage also provided a reference point for evaluating mid-construction design changes, allowing the team to assess mechanical routing and adjust plans without extensive demolition. Stakeholders—including ownership, investors, and lenders—were able to review progress independently, improving alignment and reducing response time for critical decisions.

Key Takeaways

StrideArc implemented a technology-based oversight system that improved visibility, reduced risk, and supported decision-making across multiple job sites without requiring on-site presence.

● Weekly 360° walkthroughs created a continuous, timestamped record of field conditions

● Visual documentation supported draw approvals and reduced reliance on contractor reporting

● Early-stage issues were flagged before finishes concealed critical areas

● Design adjustments were validated using existing footage, avoiding costly demolition

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Remote Oversight for Multi-Site Construction