Your shops got kicked back. Your team warned you. Now what?

Here’s how seasoned PMs fix it and how to make sure it doesn’t happen again.

You tried to save time. The estimating software gave you “shop drawings” that looked close enough, so you sent them in.

Now the architect has kicked them back, the GC wants answers, and your team is asking why the details don’t match the system.

This is a common trap. Estimating software is great for bids, but it doesn’t give you field-ready shops that stand up to review. When that shortcut backfires, you need a fast way to reset without blowing up your schedule or your credibility.

That’s where MP Drafting steps in.

At MP Drafting, we’ve helped dozens of PMs recover after a bad first round. In most cases, they knew something was off from the beginning. But the deadline was tight, and they rolled the dice.
If that’s you right now, here’s how we can help — and how to fix it without losing more time, money, or credibility.

How We Fix It Fast

This isn’t guesswork. It’s a step-by-step process designed for field-tested PMs who just need it done right.

Step 1 – Send What You’ve Got

Start with the basics:

• Architectural drawings (PDF or link)
• The original shop drawings (even if rejected)
• Any redlines or markups from the GC/architect
• Your scope summary or estimate

Don’t overthink it. We know what to look for — just send what’s on your desk.

Step 2 – We Preview the Project

Once we receive your files, we do a full intake review:

• Flag anything missing or unclear
• Identify spec conflicts or structural gaps
• Ask clarifying questions before we draw

This preview step is one of the biggest reasons PMs stick with us. It stops round-two mistakes before they start.

Step 3 – You Get Clean, Complete Shops

We turn your mess into a coordinated set that:

• Respects system specs and fastener logic
• Uses in/out dimensions and column lines field crews can trust
• Fixes the issues that got you rejected the first time

You’ll be proud to put your name on this submittal — and your GC will notice.

Step 4 – You Take Control Again

With the new set in hand:

• You resubmit with confidence
• Your fabricator stops guessing
• Your field crew can plan the install correctly

No more stalling. No more scrambling to answer RFIs that should’ve been covered up front.

The Fix Is Just the Start

Most of our best relationships started exactly like this.

A PM sent us a broken job, hoping we could clean it up. Once they saw how we worked — clear communication, complete shops, fast responses — they kept coming back.

You’re not stuck. You just need a drafting partner who’s been there before.

Don’t Let It Happen Again

Here’s how PMs avoid the next crisis:

• Use our project kickoff form on the next job (we’ll send it to you)
• Involve drafting early — not just after award
• Standardize your submittal workflow with your estimator

We’re not just a rescue team. We’re your drawing department, without the overhead.

Ready to Fix This?

If you’re in a jam right now, here’s what to do:

Fill out our Contact Us form here.

Include:

• Arch drawings
• Your quote or scope
• Redlines or markup
• Deadline (if you have one)

We’ll review it quickly (sometimes same day) and let you know exactly what to expect.

You don’t need a second chance to get it right. Just the right team.

Use Education to Get Ahead

Every missed deadline creates a ripple effect. Delayed fabrication, wrong orders, wasted time in the field. One way to cut that risk is by training your team to review drawings effectively.

LearnGlazing’s Shop Drawing Course makes it easier to spot issues before they become emergencies. Explore the course