Construction Enquirer

JULY 24, 2023

Scott Ife, 30, from Bridgnorth, was working for 2 Counties Construction (Midlands) Ltd when the incident took place on 8 June 2020. The pair set up a working platform using Youngman boards on the first floor of the property. As there was an unprotected stairwell opening in the property, one end of the Youngman boards was unsupported.

Property Management 193

Property Management Lean Construction Site Planning Cost Control 193

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Actionable LEAN Construction Delivery Framework. While it’s important to study Kaizen, Last Planner(TM), Six Sigma, and other LEAN information sources, an Actionable LEAN Construction Delivery Framework is required in order to consistently delivery quality repair, renovation,and new construction projects today.

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Lean Construction Property Management Change Management Procurement 45

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 10, 2024

By Mike Banta Photos courtesy Mid-Atlantic Timberframes In the construction industry, there has long been a tendency to do things a certain way, primarily because “that is the way it has always been done.” Using a high-quality, carefully designed system such as heavy timber construction offers many advantages to off-site construction.

Lean Construction 52

Lean Construction Green Building Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 18, 2020

There are multiple types of construction delivery methods that strive to achieve superior outcomes to traditional design-bid-build, design-build, CM@R, etc. These including alliance contracting/project alliancing, LEAN construction, integrated project delivery, LEAN job order contracting.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 56

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Contracts General Contracting 56

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 24, 2020

-+. Construction Cost Estimating – LEAN. This paper ” Construction Cost Estimating-LEAN” discusses the positive impacts of collaboration, a common data environment, and locally researched detailed line item construction cost data. INTRODUCTION. CURRENT STATUS. CURRENT STATUS.

Lean Construction 46

Lean Construction Estimating Cost Control Property Management 46

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Innovative suite of tools and services drive LEAN construction deployment. The fundamental concepts of LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery can now be implemented by any real property owners to consistently achieve quality, on-time, and on-budget outcomes. appeared first on 4BT.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Property Management Risk Management Maintenance 40

Job Order Contracting

MAY 13, 2019

LEAN Construction Delivery Implementation involves an integration of Strategy, People, and Process appropriate to the specific organization. . The post LEAN Construction Delivery Implementation appeared first on 4BT. contact-form].

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Property Management Schedule Management Procurement 40

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 26, 2019

Infrastructure Needs Leadership and Culture Processes Performance Knowledge Management Community and Social Responsibility. Learning LEAN construction can measurably improve facilities management outcomes. Learn more… The post Learning LEAN Construction appeared first on 4BT.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Property Management 40

Building Information Management

MAY 13, 2019

Implementing LEAN construction delivery involves an integration of Strategy, People, and Process appropriate to the specific organization.

Lean Construction 45

Lean Construction Property Management Schedule Management Procurement 45

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 1, 2019

LEAN Construction Cost Estimating Drives Optimal Performance. Eighty percent (80%) of all construction projects are late, over-budget, or incorrectly completed. Like most things these days, LEAN construction is a simple concept that has been complicated by hype, ignorance, and/or the well-intentioned but potentially misguided.

Lean Construction 52

Lean Construction Estimating Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Cost Control 52

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

LEAN construction, whether new builds, renovation, repair, or maintenance, requires global oversight and local empowerment. Those doing the work must be allowed to make decisions, but within a framework that includes LEAN workflows, processes, standardized information, and full transparency. Sample LEAN Workflow.

Lean Construction 45

Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement Property Management Construction Management 45

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 13, 2019

An innovative, yet proven method of construction services planning, procurement, and project delivery is gaining traction with owners who require consistent quality repair, renovation, and construction services that are both on-time, and on-budget. Learn more… The post Innovative LEAN Construction Tools appeared first on 4BT.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement Procurement Property Management 40

Job Order Contracting

MAY 1, 2019

LEAN Construction versus Black Belts. ?Search Search “LEAN Construction” in Google and you will get over 11 million hits. Furthermore, LEAN didn’t begin with Toyota, but rather with Henry Ford. AECOO – Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owner, Operator).

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Property Management 40

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 15, 2018

The LEAN Construction Core resides in enhanced communication, required collaboration, transparency, and a common data environment. Key Characteristics of LEAN include: • Early and ongoing involvement of participants and. Competent leadership without excessive management and control. stakeholders. Best value selection.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Property Management Risk Management Collaboration 40

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

LEAN Construction Project Delivery. Any real public sector real property owner can efficiently and consistently procure and execute quality repair, renovation, and construction projects using the appropriate processes and tools. contact-form-7] The post LEAN Construction Project Delivery Toolkit appeared first on 4BT.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Cost Control Quality Control Schedule Management 40

Job Order Contracting

MAY 8, 2019

LEAN Construction isn’t a Project. LEAN construction isn’t a project, but a program. Cost-effective best value LEAN construction services procurement and project delivery tools and services are now available to all public sector real property owners.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Procurement Change Management Property Management 40

Job Order Contracting

MAY 25, 2017

LEAN Construction Primer, an introduction to collaborative construction delivery. LEAN Construction delivers higher productivity and over 90% of construction projects on-time, on-budget, and to everyone’s satisfaction. LEAN Construction Primer. LEAN Construction Primer.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Risk Management Cost Control 40

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 20, 2017

Every architecture, engineering, and construction management and/or facilities management school would benefit themselves and the AECOO industry by having LEAN Construction Institute. (AECOO = Architecture, Engineering, Construction ,Operations, Owner). the the need for the LEAN Construction Institute.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Property Management 40

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 22, 2017

LEAN Construction & LEAN Facilities Management Management Myths. LEAN FM & LEAN Construction require more time and cost more. Life-cycle costs are reduced by LEAN methods, as are procurement costs. LEAN FM & LEAN Construction are difficult to implement.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Facility Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Construction Management 40

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 24, 2018

LEAN Adaptive Construction Drives Significantly Improved Outcomes. LEAN construction delivery methods are process-centric solutions proven to consistently deliver quality repair, renovation, and construction projects on-demand, on-time, and on-budget. Required collaboration – LEAN processes.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Property Management Quality Control 40

Job Order Contracting

JULY 17, 2018

The value of LEAN construction is it’s ability to consistently deliver 90%+ of repair, renovation, and new construction projects on-time, on-budget, and to the satisfaction of all participants and stakeholders. Job Order Contracting, JOC, for repair, renovation, and minor new construction. must be maintained.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management Property Management 40

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 6, 2018

The single most important thing you can do to improve construction productivity, quality, and satisfaction is to focus upon LEAN collaborative construction delivery methods. The path toward achievement of best outcomes in terms of quality, productivity, and satisfaction is paved with LEAN best management practices.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Foundation Systems Risk Management 40

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 29, 2017

There is only one barrier to the efficient management of the built environment… commitment. What is LEAN Construction? LEAN Construction is not complex, but does required change management for most AECOO organizations. The need for Change Management. Roadmaps and Robust Processes Already Exist.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Property Management Facility Management 40

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 22, 2019

Efficient & Quality Construction Services Procurement and Delivery should not be this hard! We all know what can go terribly wrong with traditional construction procurement and delivery processes… lack of financial visibility, poor work scope definition, quality issues, legal disputes… in short, poor outcomes tend to be the norm.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Procurement Quality Assurance Property Management 40

Job Order Contracting

MAY 8, 2017

LEAN Construction in the Public Sector requires Owners to take responsibility for their facilities and other forms of built structures. This simply cannot occur until Owners become competent in Collaborative LEAN Construction Delivery Methods and associated life-cycle management of the built environment.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Property Management Facility Management Change Management 40

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 13, 2018

It can be very difficult for any public sector real property owner to efficiently manage the ongoing demands for repair, renovation, and minor new construction services. OpenJOC TM and OpenCost TM Solutions bring LEAN best management practices to the facilities management and AEC sector. Four BT LLC.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Facility Management Construction Management Property Management 40

Job Order Contracting

MAY 12, 2018

LEAN Construction Drives Productivity. The role of management is to change the process rather than badgering individuals to do better. AECOO: Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owner, Operator/Operation). Less than 5% of real property owners consistently achieve 90%+ success rates across the board.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Quality Assurance Change Management Property Management 40

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 28, 2024

Public procurement of construction services could be improved through the adoption of currently available best management practices. How Organizational integration and alignment of cultural, professional, management, and commercial interests is also required, both internally and with construction services providers.

Procurement 77

Procurement Lean Construction Stakeholder Engagement Project Management 77

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 10, 2023

A Transformative Approach to Construction Project Management that enables the consistent delivery of quality outcomes on time and on budget has been available for decades. First… forget all the misinformation about both BIM and LEAN construction. Reach out if you are ready for a change. contact-form].

Project Management 98

Project Management Construction Management Lean Construction Change Management 98

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 31, 2019

LEAN Performance-based Construction Services Procurement and Project Delivery. Consistently Deliver Quality Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction Projects On-Time & On-Budget! Traditional procurement and construction delivery methods commonly produce poor outcomes. NOVEMBER 27, 2018.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Procurement Quality Assurance Building Performance Measurement 40

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 10, 2017

In general, it is advantageous, if not a best management practice, to require all renovation. repair, maintenance, construction projects, as well as all participants and stakeholders, to use common terms, definitions, and standardized data architectures. It’s amazing how many construction projects lack this basic foundation.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Property Management Construction Equipment Change Management 40

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 12, 2017

LEAN Construction Project Delivery enables efficient life-cycle management of the built environment via a robust integration of process, actionable standardized and common information, supporting technology, and ongoing training. An example of LEAN Construction Project Delivery is OpenJOC ™ Job Order Contracting.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Project Management Construction Management Property Management 40

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 24, 2017

JOC Project Delivery Integrates LEAN Pre-Construction Services to drive measurably improve outcomes for all participants and stakeholders. LEAN Pre-construction services provide a focus upon Best Value, Alignment of Outcomes, Leadership , and Quality. Learn more? contact-form].

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Quality Assurance Quality Control Property Management 40

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

LEAN Construction Deliver is the primary challenge to BIM adoption. Focus upon technology will do little to improve construction or facilities management outcomes. The solution to improved life-cycle management of the build environment lies within a greater focus upon improving competencies and business processes.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Facility Management Property Management Change Management 40

Job Order Contracting

JULY 16, 2018

JOC requires a focus upon change management for many/most organizations. Does your organization have a backlog of millions of dollars in renovation, repair, and minor new construction projects? Does your staff have requisite levels of leadership and facilities management competencies? JOC Strategic Needs Analysis.

Property Management 45

Property Management Contracts Lean Construction Facility Management 45

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 28, 2018

A Common Data Environment, CDE is a critical to L EAN construction delivery and improving overall efficiency. Fully defined roles, responsibilities, desired outcomes, schedules, workflows… Security and document management. The post Building a Common Data Environment for LEAN Construction Delivery appeared first on 4BT.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Schedule Management Property Management 40

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2016

While LEAN principles, as defined for production systems, originated from the Japanese manufacturing industry, LEAN construction delivery methods have evolved to meet the requirements of real property owners and the AEC sector. Flexibility without excessive management and control. Focus upon outcomes.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance 40