Preparation for tall buildings can begin years before construction starts. Here are the stages of a construction project.

1. Planning and Feasibility Study — purpose, specifications, cost estimates, environmental impact.
2. Site Clearing — building site offices, worker housing, storage, security fencing.
3. Site Surveying — establishing reference lines/points matching the blueprint.
4. Excavation — minimum 1 meter depth, retaining walls needed if adjacent to existing buildings.
5. Soil Compaction and Foundation Work — coarse stone layer, PCC and column framework.
6. Applying Cement to the Foundation — even, staged pouring, sometimes with an asphalt coating.
7. Marking Boundaries Between Building Sections — for gardens, parking, etc.
8. Continuing Construction Upward — staying on schedule for efficiency and foundation integrity.

Construction stages require strong communication between owner, architect, and contractor.