Collaboration between mechanical contractors and other specialty contractors as well as within their own organizations is essential to the success of a project because mechanical contractors are typically highly involved in the coordination of all crafts. They must also be aware of their commitments with regard to time and money, completing all mechanical components on schedule and within their allocated budget to avoid impeding other crafts (or the project as a whole).

Mechanical parts are frequently designed in advance by mechanical contractors, who then install them once they are on site. Because of this, they frequently rely on VDC/BIM systems, which let teams construct a structure virtually before doing so in reality. This enables teams to identify design conflicts or concerns early on, assisting them in averting pricey rework.