Wednesday, August 6, 2014
Let’s view from a difference
perspective, a strategic perspective if you will; something to share and learn
from in the future. Let’s recognize that humans deliver construction projects
and no human can anticipate everything in an industry noted for its long,
complicated and expensive process; surrounded by huge risk and unforeseen
conditions.
Architects, Engineers,
Construction Managers and Owners should have a list of lessons learned or a “if
I had it to do over” list. One obvious
place to start is to review the last 5 years of change order logs. What
prompted the action? What could have been written in specs, noted on the plans
or expended in funds to research more in the existing conditions prior to
bidding? What field strategy could have been employed to avoid or lessen the
impact?
Another place to review is the punch list. How did each item
get onto the punch list? This allows you to now “anticipate” a problem before
it happens.
Examples:
- Conflicts in placement of lights & ductwork
- Proper slope on handicap ramps
- Erosion
- Protection of finished surfaces
- Coordination with the Owner, Vendors and separate contractors
- Owner’s staff totally understanding the plans and specifications
- Incorporation of “latest technology” verses common sense
- … and so forth.
