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Construction & As-Built Surveying
On-Site Verification That Confirms Layout Is Correct, Tracks Progress, and Documents What Was Actually Built
Construction & As-Built Surveying
High-Precision LiDAR As-Built Surveys
Construction and as-built surveying provides a precise, verifiable record of how a project was actually built, using terrestrial LiDAR scanning as the core technology. Instead of relying on field checks or manual measurements, millions of laser points are captured across finished and in-progress work to create a highly detailed 3D model of the structure. This digital dataset allows contractors, engineers, and project managers to compare installed conditions directly against design intent with a level of accuracy that traditional methods cannot match.
At Aerial Metrology & Inspection, LiDAR-based scanning is used to document everything from structural steel and slab elevations to embedded utilities and mechanical systems. The result is a measurable “digital twin” of the site that can be reviewed, analyzed, and shared across project teams to confirm alignment, reduce uncertainty, and support critical decision points during construction and closeout.
What's Included
As-Built Survey Scope Using Terrestrial LiDAR
Our construction and as-built surveying services use terrestrial LiDAR scanning to document existing site and structural conditions with high precision throughout the build process. This service is designed to verify installed work against design models, capture concealed or completed elements, and provide a reliable digital record of construction progress. The result is a detailed 3D dataset that supports quality control, coordination, and final project closeout.
Deliverables & Data Collection
- As-built 3D point cloud models
- CAD-ready floor plans and site plans
- Structural and MEP verification drawings
- Elevation and alignment reports
- Clash detection overlays (design vs. existing conditions)
- Digital twin model files for project coordination
- Terrestrial LiDAR scanning of structures and site conditions
- High-density laser point capture across all accessible areas
- Georeferenced spatial data alignment
- Field verification of control points
Applications & Use
How As-Built LiDAR Data Is Applied in Construction
Construction and as-built surveying is used throughout active construction and at project completion to verify that installed conditions match design intent. By capturing precise LiDAR-based measurements of structural elements, slab elevations, utilities, and architectural features, these surveys provide an objective record of how a project was built. The data supports quality control, coordination between trades, final inspections, and long-term facility management by ensuring that every verified condition is accurately documented before it is concealed or handed over.
Who We Serve
- General contractors and construction managers
- Structural and civil engineers
- MEP engineers and trade contractors
- Commercial developers and owners
- Industrial and manufacturing facilities
- Architects and design consultants
- Facility and asset managers
The Value of Construction & As-Built Data
Reliable Verification for Construction and Project Delivery
Construction and as-built LiDAR surveying provides an accurate record of installed conditions throughout the building process and at project completion. By capturing detailed spatial data of structural elements, systems, and site features, it creates a verified comparison between design intent and field execution. This level of documentation supports coordination across trades, validates construction quality, and provides a dependable reference for closeout, commissioning, and future modifications.
- Reduce rework by identifying deviations between design models and installed conditions before work is concealed or finalized
- Improve coordination by providing a shared, field-verified dataset that supports communication between contractors, engineers, and design teams
- Support long-term project accuracy with consistent LiDAR-based documentation that serves as a reference for operations, renovations, and facility management
Common Questions
What to Expect From Your Project
Terrestrial LiDAR captures dense spatial data that can resolve features at millimeter-level precision, depending on site conditions and scan configuration. This level of detail allows project teams to take direct measurements from the point cloud, verify installed conditions, and assess alignment with a level of accuracy that exceeds conventional field measurement methods.
Pre-pour scanning is used to confirm that embedded elements such as conduit, plumbing, and mechanical sleeves are positioned correctly before they are permanently encased. If any deviations from the design model are identified, adjustments can be made while the systems are still accessible, helping avoid costly rework once concrete is poured.
Anchor bolt verification is typically performed immediately after installation and grouting, prior to steel erection. This ensures that bolt placement aligns with fabrication tolerances, allowing structural steel components to be set without field modifications or delays.
In warehouses, manufacturing plants, and distribution centers, slab tolerances directly affect equipment performance, storage systems, and operational efficiency. LiDAR-based elevation data provides a detailed surface model that can be used to verify compliance with required flatness specifications and support commissioning requirements.
Clients receive classified point cloud data compatible with major design platforms such as AutoCAD and Revit, along with extracted deliverables including 2D drawings, deviation reports, and annotated measurements. These outputs allow project teams to integrate as-built conditions directly into existing design and coordination workflows.
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Have a project that needs reliable surveying, LiDAR, or reality capture deliverables? Contact Aerial Metrology & Inspection to discuss your scope, timeline, and project requirements.