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What an Independent Project Monitor does on BuildTrack

Independent Project Monitors are the professionals whose sign-off releases every escrow payment. Here is what the role involves and how to join.

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Independent Project Monitors (IPMs) are qualified engineers and quantity surveyors, registered with COREN or NIQS, who check construction progress before any money is released.

What an IPM does

  • Accepts inspection requests for milestones in their area.
  • Visits the site and checks the work against the agreed drawings and specifications.
  • Captures geotagged photos and completes a structured checklist.
  • Certifies or rejects the milestone. A certification triggers the escrow release.

What it costs to join

Joining as an IPM is free. BuildTrack charges a 1.5% commission on each inspection fee you earn. See the IPM pricing for details.

If you are a registered professional and want to become an IPM, sign up on Escropro or contact our team.

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