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Identifying long lead materials and equipment early in the design phase of a construction project is crucial for several reasons - you DO NOT want to miss the following: 🔹 Schedule Management 🔹 Cost Control 🔹 Design Integration 🔹 Risk Mitigation 🔹 Stakeholder Confidence These critical components should be identified during the detailed design stage to ensure project success 💰 ✅ , which I explain more in-depth in this video. What strategies do you use to manage long lead items in your projects? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below! ⤵ ⤵

Struggling with project delays and budget overruns? Collaboration might be the missing piece. Explore our newly released A135 and B135 documents, designed for those engaged in construction management projects who want a more collaborative experience without adopting complex IPD principles. Download our free guide to learn more about these new tools and how they can help your projects succeed. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3YTCx8B

Ensuring Accurate Construction Schedules: A Critical Step in Project Success In construction, an accurate schedule is essential. We meticulously coordinate with contractors to keep every phase aligned and on track. By working closely with contractors, we ensure: Realistic Timelines: Preventing delays and keeping the project on course. Efficient Resource Allocation: Ensuring labor, materials, and equipment are available when needed. Informed Stakeholders: Keeping everyone updated with clear and consistent communication. This proactive approach mitigates potential issues and fosters collaboration, leading to a smoother process and a successful project that meets or exceeds expectations. #ConstructionManagement #ProjectManagement #ConstructionSchedules #Collaboration

Just finished Construction Management: Planning and Scheduling course by Jim Rogers Here are some of my key learnings and takeaways: ● Better understanding of planning Versus scheduling ● Familiarity with scheduling tools like Gantt charts, Critical Path Method (CPM) ● How CPM methods can be improved by intergrating lean principles ● Creating work breakdown structures (WBS) to organize and prioritize tasks. ● Strategies for optimizing time and resource allocation. ● Techniques for identifying critical activities and managing delays. ● Understanding how scheduling decisions impact project budgets. ● Importance of clear communication among stakeholders for successful scheduling. https://lnkd.in/d4H2v85t #constructionprojectmanagement

5 benefits of Construction resource smoothing you should know: 1. Improved resource utilisation 2. Reduced project costs 3. Enhanced workflow efficiency 4. Better project timelines management 5. Increased productivity

The Last Planner System in Construction: The Last Planner System (LPS) is a production planning and control method used in construction to improve workflow reliability and reduce delays. It is a collaborative approach that involves key stakeholders in the planning process to ensure that work is properly planned, coordinated, and executed. The Last Planner System aims to increase productivity, reduce waste, and improve project outcomes by promoting effective communication, coordination, and planning among project teams.

📚 Project Vocabulary: Baseline 📊 Definition: The initial approved plan for a project, serving as a reference point for measuring progress and performance. It includes key elements such as scope, schedule, and budget. Example: In a construction project, the baseline would include the approved design plans, the timeline for each phase of construction, and the allocated budget. It's the starting point against which actual progress is compared. A baseline is like a runner's starting block, setting the course for the project race ahead. 🏃♂️🏁 #ProjectBaseline #ProjectPlanning #ProjectManagement #AcutePMC

Various approaches for work break down structure in planning

Explore various WBS approaches to refine construction tasks, clarify scheduling, and boost project success.

It is quiet important to avoid Scope Creep during execution of Projects. However where it is impossible, it shall be well communicated with Clients immediately.