--- title: Amentum – Notice to Proceed (NTP) Approval Guide description: Amentum – Notice to Proceed (NTP) Approval Guide --- [Skip to content](https://support.pathwave.com/amentum-notice-to-proceed-ntp-approval-guide#main-content) English Show submenu for translations [Submit a Support Ticket](https://support.pathwave.com/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) [![100066\_PathWave\_Logo\_Update\_NoTag\_CMYK-3](https://support.pathwave.com/hs-fs/hubfs/100066_PathWave_Logo_Update_NoTag_CMYK-3.png?width=180&height=39&name=100066_PathWave_Logo_Update_NoTag_CMYK-3.png)](https://support.pathwave.com?hsLang=en) Open main navigation Close main navigation - English Show submenu for translations - [Submit a Support Ticket](https://support.pathwave.com/kb-tickets/new) - Go to pathwave.com Go to pathwave.com Hello. How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Pathwave Knowledge Base](https://support.pathwave.com/?hsLang=en) 2. [Amentum](https://support.pathwave.com/amentum?hsLang=en) 3. [Safety](https://support.pathwave.com/amentum?hsLang=en#safety) # Amentum – Notice to Proceed (NTP) Approval Guide ## A Notice to Proceed (NTP) is required before any work may begin onsite. This article explains **who is responsible** for issuing an NTP and **how the NTP process works** in Pathwave for Amentum projects. NTPs can be issued from the [Portal](https://support.pathwave.com/amentum-notice-to-proceed-ntp-approval-guide#IssueNTPFromPortal)or from the [mobile app](https://support.pathwave.com/amentum-notice-to-proceed-ntp-approval-guide#IssueNTPFromMobile). --- ### **NTP Responsibility Overview (Important)** #### Standard Rule (Most Cases) - **Subcontractor CM / PM** - **Is responsible for issuing the NTP** **Amentum CMs** do **not** issue NTPs for subcontractor crews. Their role is oversight and enforcement of compliance. --- #### **When an NTP Is Required** - An **NTP is required for every SPA** - **No work may begin** until an NTP is issued - Work performed without an approved NTP is considered **non-compliant** --- #### **NTP Notification Flow** When a SPA is completed: - The **CM assigned to the job** (listed under Job Assignments on the Job Overview page) receives a **text notification** - This notification indicates the SPA is ready for review and NTP action ![Screenshot 2026-01-12 at 4.41.29 PM](https://support.pathwave.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-01-12%20at%204.41.29%20PM.png?width=670&height=343&name=Screenshot%202026-01-12%20at%204.41.29%20PM.png) --- #### **Issuing or Rejecting an NTP from the Portal** *(Subcontractor CM / PM or Amentum CM for internal crews)* - Navigate to **Reports** - Select **Notice to Proceed** report **![Screenshot 2026-01-10 at 1.00.47 PM](https://support.pathwave.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-01-10%20at%201.00.47%20PM.png?width=670&height=244&name=Screenshot%202026-01-10%20at%201.00.47%20PM.png)** - Open the SPA requiring review - Review the SPA for completeness and accuracy - Select one of the following: - **Approve** → Issues the NTP - **Reject** → Rejects the SPA and returns it for correction **Outcome:** - When approved, the assigned Foreman automatically receives a **text confirmation** - When rejected, the SPA must be corrected and resubmitted before work can begin ![Screenshot 2026-01-10 at 1.02.41 PM](https://support.pathwave.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-01-10%20at%201.02.41%20PM.png?width=670&height=244&name=Screenshot%202026-01-10%20at%201.02.41%20PM.png) --- #### **Issuing or Rejecting an NTP from the Mobile App** *(Subcontractor CM / PM or Amentum CM for internal crews)* - Navigate to the applicable job - Open the **Notes** section - Add a new note - Select the appropriate **Note Type**: - **NTP Approved** - **NTP Rejected** - Save the note Selecting **NTP Approved** officially authorizes work to begin. ![Amentum - Frame 147](https://support.pathwave.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Amentum%20-%20Frame%20147.jpg?width=670&height=469&name=Amentum%20-%20Frame%20147.jpg) --- #### **Amentum CM Oversight Responsibilities** For subcontractor work, Amentum CMs are responsible for: - Confirming an SPA has been submitted - Confirming an NTP has been issued by the subcontractor CM/PM - Ensuring **no work begins without NTP approval** Amentum CMs should **not issue NTPs** for subcontractor crews. --- #### **Compliance Reminder** - Starting work **without an approved NTP** is a compliance violation - All NTP actions are logged and retained for: - Audit - Reporting - Safety compliance validation --- #### **Related Articles** - [Amentum – SPA Completion Guide](https://support.pathwave.com/amentum-spa-completion-guide?hsLang=en) --- #### Need Help? - **Email Support:** support@pathwave.com - **Pathwave Support:** 218-353-1910 [![](https://support.pathwave.com/hs-fs/hubfs/100066_PathWave_Logo_Update_NoTag_CMYK.png?width=1553&height=339&name=100066_PathWave_Logo_Update_NoTag_CMYK.png)](https://www.pathwave.com/) Pathwave Help Center [support@pathwave.com](mailto:support@pathwave.com)  218-353-1910 Copyright © 2025 Pathwave