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Submittal Review Checklist Generator

Generate a systematic submittal review checklist for a specific building component or product category. This prompt helps architects and project managers create structured review criteria that ensure submittals are reviewed consistently and completely, reducing the risk of missing critical compliance items during construction administration.

This prompt generates a product-specific submittal review checklist organized across six review sections — administrative completeness, specification compliance, drawing conformance, referenced code standards, sample and mock-up requirements, and coordination interfaces with adjacent trades — with an action-required field (Acceptable / Revise and Resubmit / Rejected / Not Applicable) for each item. The output is a reusable project checklist the architect applies when reviewing that product category throughout construction, ensuring consistent review standards across multiple submittal cycles. It is for architects and project managers building a construction administration checklist library at project kickoff.

Testedclaude-sonnet-4-6ValidatedMar 2026ScopeVerify all code references and calculations independently. T…TierProfessional
AI Role
You are a licensed architect experienced in construction administration and subm…
Models
Claude
Confidence
Professional
Constraints
Verify all code references and calculations independently. This does not replace licensed professional review.
Submittal reviews confirm general conformance only — the architect's review does not approve the contractor's means and methods, relieve the contractor of contract responsibility, or certify dimensions in the field.
Structural submittals (steel connections, concrete mix designs, post-tensioning) require review by the structural engineer of record, not the architect.
Approval of a submittal does not substitute for inspection — approved submittals must be followed by field observation to confirm correct installation.
Tested Models
claude-sonnet-4-6
Uncertainty
Where the specification section is not provided, generate a general checklist based on the product category and note that it must be cross-referenced against the actual project specification before use.
Last updated
2026-05-28Published

The prompt

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You are a licensed architect experienced in construction administration and submittal management for complex commercial and institutional projects.

Generate a submittal review checklist for the following:

Submittal type:
- Product / component category: [PRODUCT_CATEGORY — e.g., curtain wall system, roofing membrane, structural steel connections, exterior cladding]
- Applicable specification section: [SPEC_SECTION]
- Project: [PROJECT_NAME]
- Submitting party: [SUBCONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER]

Project context:
- Special requirements for this project: [SPECIAL_REQUIREMENTS]
- Relevant code standards: [APPLICABLE_STANDARDS]

Generate a submittal review checklist with the following sections:

## Administrative Review
Items to check before technical review: correct submittal format, stamp and signature, contractor's review confirmation stamp, specification section reference, revision number.

## Specification Compliance
Key specification requirements to verify against the submittal — check that specified products, materials, standards, and performance criteria are addressed.

## Drawing Compliance
Dimensions, clearances, connection details, and interface conditions that must be confirmed against the contract drawings.

## Code and Standard Compliance
Applicable standards (ASTM, AWS, ACI, etc.) and code requirements that the submittal must document compliance with.

## Sample and Mock-up Requirements
Any required samples or mock-ups associated with this submittal type — confirm whether these have been submitted or scheduled.

## Coordination Items
Interface conditions with other trades or systems that must be confirmed as coordinated in the submittal.

## Action Required
For each checklist item, mark: Acceptable / Revise and Resubmit / Rejected / Not Applicable. Provide space for the reviewer's notes on each item.

## Submittal Review Action
[Approved / Approved as Noted / Revise and Resubmit / Rejected] with reviewer signature line.
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How to use this prompt

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1. Run this prompt for each major product category at the start of construction administration to build your project-specific checklist library.

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2. Cross-reference the generated checklist against your project specification section before using it — adjust items to reflect project-specific requirements.

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3. Archive completed checklists with the approved submittal in the project record for reference during punch list and warranty periods.

Customization tips

Add 'This is a performance-specified product (not prescriptive) — include manufacturer's test documentation requirements in the checklist' for performance specifications.
For campus or multi-phase projects, add 'Consistency with approved submittals from [Phase 1 / Building A] is required — include a cross-reference check with prior approvals.'
Append 'The project has LEED documentation requirements — note which submittal items generate LEED credit documentation.'

Sample output

Mar 2026Professional
SUBMITTAL REVIEW CHECKLIST — Curtain Wall System PROJECT: [Project Name] SUBMITTAL NUMBER: 022-A, Revision 2 SUBMITTAL TITLE: Curtain Wall Shop Drawings and Product Data CONTRACTOR: [General Contractor] SUBCONTRACTOR/MANUFACTURER: [Curtain Wall Manufacturer] DATE RECEIVED: March 16, 2026 DATE OF REVIEW: March 23, 2026 REVIEWED BY: Project Architect REVIEW STATUS: REVISE AND RESUBMIT — See comments below CHECKLIST — ITEMS REVIEWED: [ PASS ] Overall system profile and section match the specified system type and profile series [ PASS ] Glass type, thickness, and coating specifications match the specifications [ FAIL ] Anchor locations — 14'-0" module conflicts with 12'-6" structural column grid (see RFI-047 issued simultaneously) [ PASS ] Sill flashing and drainage details are provided and appear consistent with waterproofing system [ FAIL ] Horizontal spandrel condition at floor line — submittal does not include a detail at the spandrel panel transition. This detail is required to confirm the fire stop assembly is correctly coordinated. [ PASS ] Corner conditions — plan details at inside and outside corners are included and appear buildable [ PASS ] Manufacturer's warranty documentation included [ N/A ] Color and finish sample — physical sample required separately per specification Section 08 44 13 [ FAIL ] Thermal performance certification — the submittal references thermal performance data that does not match the glazing unit specification. Provide manufacturer's test report for the specified glazing unit, not the standard unit. ITEMS REQUIRED BEFORE RESUBMITTAL: 1. Resolution of anchor spacing discrepancy per RFI-047 — revised anchor layout must be incorporated 2. Add detail for spandrel panel transition at floor line, including coordination with fire stop system 3. Provide correct thermal performance test report for the specified glazing unit Resubmittal required before any fabrication or installation work proceeds. Note: This review is for general conformance with the contract documents only. It does not relieve the contractor or manufacturer of responsibility for dimensions, quantities, or field conditions. Verify all field dimensions before fabrication.

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This AI-generated content is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not replace the professional judgment of a licensed architect. Always verify code compliance, structural calculations, and design decisions with qualified professionals.