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Free Project Handover Document

Handover of [project] to [client/operator]

Project Summary As-Built Documentation Warranties & Guarantees O&M Manuals Outstanding Defects Utility Meter Readings Key Register

Project Handover Document

Use this template to handover of [project] to [client/operator].

Template Metadata

Field Details
Category Construction
Owner [Team or owner]
Version [Version number]
Effective Date [Date]
Review Cycle [Monthly / Quarterly / Annual / Event-based]
Status [Draft / In Review / Approved]

Project Summary

Project name, address, client, contractor, contract value, practical completion date, and defects liability period.

Item Details Owner Status
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

As-Built Documentation

Table listing all as-built drawings, specifications, and records being handed over, with document reference, revision, and format (hard copy / digital).

Item Details Owner Status
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

Warranties & Guarantees

Table listing each warranty: element (e.g., roofing, HVAC), supplier/subcontractor, warranty period, start date, expiry date, contact details, and any conditions.

Item Details Owner Status
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

O&M Manuals

List of operation and maintenance manuals provided, organised by building system (structural, mechanical, electrical, fire, lifts, etc.).

Item Details Owner Status
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

Outstanding Defects

Table of known defects at practical completion: item number, location, description, responsible party, agreed rectification date.

Item Details Owner Status
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

Utility Meter Readings

Table recording meter readings at handover: utility type, meter location, meter serial number, reading, date.

Item Details Owner Status
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

Key Register

Table of all keys and access devices handed over: door/area, key type, quantity, key number/code.

Item Details Owner Status
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

Maintenance Schedule

Table of recommended maintenance tasks by building system: system, task, frequency, next due date. Be thorough and precise. This document becomes the building's permanent record.

Item Details Owner Status
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]
[Item or requirement] [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] [Owner] [Open / Complete]

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

Review and Signoff

Document review conclusions, approvals, unresolved items, and next review date.

Role Name Date Notes
Preparer [Name] [Date] [Notes]
Reviewer [Name] [Date] [Notes]
Approver [Name] [Date] [Notes]

Template Structure

What the Project Handover Document Includes

Use this construction template as a starting point, then customize each section to match your internal workflow, evidence, and signoff needs.

1

Project Summary

Project name, address, client, contractor, contract value, practical completion date, and defects liability period.

2

As-Built Documentation

Table listing all as-built drawings, specifications, and records being handed over, with document reference, revision, and format (hard copy / digital).

3

Warranties & Guarantees

Table listing each warranty: element (e.g., roofing, HVAC), supplier/subcontractor, warranty period, start date, expiry date, contact details, and any conditions.

4

O&M Manuals

List of operation and maintenance manuals provided, organised by building system (structural, mechanical, electrical, fire, lifts, etc.).

5

Outstanding Defects

Table of known defects at practical completion: item number, location, description, responsible party, agreed rectification date.

6

Utility Meter Readings

Table recording meter readings at handover: utility type, meter location, meter serial number, reading, date.

7

Key Register

Table of all keys and access devices handed over: door/area, key type, quantity, key number/code.

8

Maintenance Schedule

Table of recommended maintenance tasks by building system: system, task, frequency, next due date. Be thorough and precise. This document becomes the building's permanent record.

Recommended Structure

Write a Project Handover Document for transferring a completed construction project to the client or building operator. Structure with:

Project Summary

Project name, address, client, contractor, contract value, practical completion date, and defects liability period.

As-Built Documentation

Table listing all as-built drawings, specifications, and records being handed over, with document reference, revision, and format (hard copy / digital).

Warranties & Guarantees

Table listing each warranty: element (e.g., roofing, HVAC), supplier/subcontractor, warranty period, start date, expiry date, contact details, and any conditions.

O&M Manuals

List of operation and maintenance manuals provided, organised by building system (structural, mechanical, electrical, fire, lifts, etc.).

Outstanding Defects

Table of known defects at practical completion: item number, location, description, responsible party, agreed rectification date.

Utility Meter Readings

Table recording meter readings at handover: utility type, meter location, meter serial number, reading, date.

Key Register

Table of all keys and access devices handed over: door/area, key type, quantity, key number/code.

Maintenance Schedule

Table of recommended maintenance tasks by building system: system, task, frequency, next due date.

Be thorough and precise. This document becomes the building's permanent record.

Example Filled Template

Practical Completion Handover — Oakwood Office Park Building C

Project: Oakwood Office Park, Building C (3-storey commercial office, 4,200 m² GFA) Client: Oakwood Estates Ltd Contractor: Mason & Hale Construction Practical Completion Date: February 14, 2026 Defects Liability Period: 12 months (to February 14, 2027)

As-Built Documentation

Document Reference Rev Format
Architectural as-built drawings A-100 to A-142 P6 PDF + DWG
Structural as-built drawings S-100 to S-58 P4 PDF + DWG
Mechanical as-built drawings M-100 to M-36 P5 PDF + DWG
Electrical as-built drawings E-100 to E-44 P4 PDF + DWG
Fire protection as-built drawings FP-100 to FP-18 P3 PDF + DWG
Commissioning certificates COM-001 to COM-032 PDF
Test & inspection records T&I register PDF + Excel

Warranties & Guarantees

Element Supplier Period Start Expiry Contact
Roof membrane (single-ply) SikaRoof 20 years 2026-02-14 2046-02-14 warranties@sika.com
Curtain wall glazing system Schuco UK 10 years 2026-02-14 2036-02-14 (020) 7340-0000
HVAC plant (chillers, AHUs) Daikin Applied 5 years 2026-02-14 2031-02-14 service@daikin.co.uk
Passenger lifts (x2) Otis Elevator 12 months + service contract 2026-02-14 2027-02-14 otis.service@otis.com
Fire alarm system Honeywell 2 years 2026-02-14 2028-02-14 firesafety@honeywell.com

O&M Manuals

  1. Volume 1 — Structural: Concrete frame maintenance, expansion joint schedules, loading limitations
  2. Volume 2 — Building Envelope: Curtain wall cleaning & gasket replacement, roof membrane inspection guide
  3. Volume 3 — Mechanical: HVAC operation, BMS user guide, plumbing systems, ventilation balancing data
  4. Volume 4 — Electrical: Main switchboard operation, lighting controls, emergency lighting test log
  5. Volume 5 — Fire Systems: Fire alarm panel operation, sprinkler system maintenance, evacuation plan
  6. Volume 6 — Lifts: Otis operating manual, entrapment release procedure, service schedule

Outstanding Defects

# Location Description Responsible Rectify By
D-01 Level 2, Room 2.14 Carpet tile lifting at door threshold Flooring sub 2026-03-14
D-02 Roof, northwest corner Minor ponding (<15mm) near outlet RWP-04 Roofing sub 2026-03-14
D-03 Ground floor WC lobby Paint scuff marks on door frames (3 no.) Painting sub 2026-03-07

Utility Meter Readings

Utility Location Meter Serial Reading Date
Electricity (main) LV switchroom, ground floor ELM-2024-78431 000,042 kWh 2026-02-14
Gas External meter box, east wall GAS-90221-B 00,007 m³ 2026-02-14
Water (mains) Ground floor riser cupboard WAT-55102 00,018 m³ 2026-02-14

Key Register

Door / Area Key Type Qty Key Number
Main entrance (front & rear) Master key 4 MK-001 to MK-004
Server room (Room 1.08) Restricted key 2 SR-001, SR-002
Roof access hatch Padlock key 2 RA-001, RA-002
Plant room (basement) Restricted key 2 PR-001, PR-002
BMS panel Override key 1 BMS-001

Maintenance Schedule

System Task Frequency Next Due
HVAC — AHU filters Replace pre-filters, inspect fine filters Quarterly May 2026
HVAC — chillers Full service by Daikin engineer Annually Feb 2027
Roof Inspect membrane, clear gutters and outlets 6-monthly Aug 2026
Fire alarm Full system test and battery check Quarterly May 2026
Lifts Service by Otis (contract) Monthly Mar 2026
Emergency lighting Duration test (3 hours) Annually Feb 2027
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