Daily report checklist for multifamily projects
Multifamily jobs repeat the same sequence across dozens or hundreds of units, with many subs working on top of each other. The daily report should make progress by floor and unit easy to read so the superintendent can see where trades can move next.
What makes these jobs different
- Repetitive work tracked by floor and unit
- Many trades stacked on the same floors
- Inspections repeat unit by unit
- Weather protection matters until the building is dried in
- Lease-up or sales dates drive phased turnovers
Who reads this report
| Reader | What they look for |
|---|---|
| Superintendent | which units are ready for the next trade |
| Developer or owner's rep | progress by floor against turnover dates |
| Lender's inspector | percent complete and stored materials |
| Subcontractor PMs | their crews' production by unit |
The checklist
Progress
- Work completed by floor and unit for each trade
- Units ready for the next trade
- Units inspected and results
People
- Manpower and hours by sub
- Trades working on each floor
Building envelope
- Dry-in status by floor
- Water intrusion found and where
- Window and door installation progress
Deliveries and logistics
- Deliveries by floor, crane or hoist time
- Material staging conflicts
Safety
- Floor edge and opening protection
- Incidents and near misses
Records
- Photos by unit before cover
- Delays and which units they affected
Requirements vary by contract, owner and jurisdiction. Use this as a starting checklist.
Risks to document every day
- Trade stacking and out of sequence work
- Water damage before dry-in
- Damage to finished units by other trades
- Inspection backlog
Or text it in
L4 units 401-412. Framing done 401-406, plumbing rough started 401-403. 22 on site: 9 framing, 5 plumbing, 4 electrical, 4 HVAC. Water at 410 window, pics. Inspector passed rough on L3.
Superintendents and foremen text their day and Cascade Technology turns it into the daily report. Subcontractor access is free.
Frequently asked questions
How should a multifamily daily report track progress?
By floor and unit for each trade. It shows which units are ready for the next trade and keeps subs from working out of sequence.
Why log water intrusion before the building is dried in?
Water damage found later turns into mold and rework disputes. A dated record with photos shows when and where water got in and what was done.