Mick Doyle

Line of Balance (LOB) in project control. Some guides consider the LOB a scheduling method but I don't really see it that way. I consider it more like an assisting tool. You have "time" on "x" asis. And the "scope" (floor, stage, LM, etc) on the "y" axis. The "slope" of the line represents the productivity. The good thing about LOB is that you can see the: - Start Date - Finish Date - Productivity Rate - All of the above for all activities too in the same layout. You can review the interactions and dynamics of all activities at the same time. The LOB also helps you determine if the productivity rate is so high or so low. For example, in the below image, the yellow line has a steeper slope (higher productivity). Although this might be perceived as something good in the construction environment, it is not in this case. If the Contractor continues with this high productivity, it will clash with the predecessors and cause an interruption which is not a good practice. Instead, you might want to delay the start of the activity to ensure a smooth workflow and avoid idle time.

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According to Modern Healthcare’s 2024 Construction and Design Survey, 60% of industry insiders are seeing a surge in healthcare construction! DPR Construction’s Healthcare Core Market Leader, Hamilton Espinosa, shares his insights on the challenges healthcare systems currently face amidst the industry’s vast rise and demand. https://lnkd.in/ez-66gui #construction #healthcare #insights

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State and Federal construction building projects, please stop wasting my tax dollars by not requiring BIM Coordination or providing any sort of BIM Coordination Specifications on mid to large projects. Yes, this project needs BIM. At over 130k SF, more content then the images show, and congestion like this throughout, there is great risk of delays and claims due to the number of changes that will be required. But without the specifications and clear requirements, not everyone will even include BIM coordination. For those contractors who want so utilize BIM, with no BIM Spec provided, most will receive lack luster results in the end due to the chasing to the bottom, low-cost approach. And unfortunately with these kinds projects, BIM receives a bad representation...I wonder why. I have seen countless project like this and I hear too many of them not going well for the contractors and owners involved. I feel for these contractors and all those from the management to the field. It doesn't have to be this way! If you have the ability to stop this, there are solutions. One option is we provide a BIM Commissioning service to owners, owner representatives, and design build or GC/CM contractors. With this service we bring clear BIM Specifications and accountability across the entire project life cycle so everyone can win in the end with BIM. #BIMBetter #BuildBetter #BIMCoordination

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VADA: This 200,000 ft. building has an Area 3 uplift value of -34.1. VADA specified a perimeter that passed 120 PSF, WITHOUT a vent in the assembly. A TRUE test, not a gimmick.... The Area 1 uplift value is -19.1 PSF. VADA specified a field that passed  135 PSF, WITH a vent, because VADA Area 1's are vented. VADA spec for this building is 3.5 X Safety for Area 3 And, 7 X Safety factor for Area 1. VADA's success is by Design. No wonder VADA has NEVER had a roof damaged by wind! Brian Brookheart VADAVent.com

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For all of you that use Bluebeam Cloud

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Transforming Prefab Assembly with Lean Six Sigma at DPR Construction At DPR Construction, our commitment to innovation and excellence is unwavering. As a Regional Self-Perform Work Lead, I've witnessed firsthand the incredible impact that Lean Six Sigma practices can have on our prefabrication assembly facilities. 🔧 **Streamlining Processes:** By implementing Lean Six Sigma, we've been able to identify and eliminate waste in our processes, ensuring that every step adds value. This means faster production times, reduced costs, and higher quality outputs for our clients. 📈 **Enhancing Efficiency:** Lean Six Sigma tools have empowered our teams to continuously improve. With data-driven decision-making, we've optimized our workflows, resulting in a more efficient and productive assembly line. This has been particularly transformative for our wall panels, door frames and hardware (DFH), and strut support systems. 💡 **Fostering Innovation:** The methodology encourages a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. By fostering a mindset that always seeks better ways to do things, we've not only enhanced our current offerings but are also well-equipped to tackle future challenges. 🌍 **Sustainable Practices:** Reducing waste and improving efficiency isn't just good for business—it's also good for the environment. Lean Six Sigma has helped us minimize our carbon footprint, aligning with our commitment to sustainability. 🤝 **Team Empowerment:** One of the most rewarding aspects of this journey has been seeing our teams embrace these practices. The sense of ownership and pride in contributing to a culture of excellence is palpable. Lean Six Sigma is more than just a methodology; it's a mindset that drives us to be better every day. At DPR Construction, we're excited to continue leveraging these practices to deliver exceptional results for our clients and make a positive impact on our industry. #LeanSixSigma #Prefabrication #ConstructionInnovation #DPRConstruction #ContinuousImprovement #Sustainability #SelfPerformWork #TeamExcellence

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Visualization is an essential tool in a construction project's toolkit. You must make your visualization as realistic as possible to gain maximum benefit. Athletes have been successfully using visualization for years in their training. A quarterback may visualize the perfect pass, or a baseball player the ideal process for hitting a curveball.    VDC Coordination harnesses the power of visualization to paint a picture of what success will look like in the future and inspire the Field Operations Team to join them in the journey.   Visualization can be as simple as drawings of plans, elevations, sections, and details or as detailed as a coordinated LOD 400 model with the construction sequencing you must take to achieve success. It can be as brief as a few minutes or as long as necessary to complete the virtual picture of your goal. During VDC Coordination and Modeler Meetings are the best visualization times because we tend to be in model mode.    Visualization allows you to envision how you will successfully navigate project challenges and opportunities. It can also help you imagine how you will inspire your team members to achieve their goals. This image depicts a very successful VDC Coordination effort where the trades planned their work and worked their plan. The solid 3D objects are a coordinated VDC Model, and the 3D points are the point cloud of the recorded completed work. As you can see, the deviation is fractions of an inch.   “Visualize your success, then take action.” with VDC Coordination! #Construction #BIM #VDC

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Sometimes, embracing vulnerability is the key to growth. Creating a supportive environment is essential for fostering innovation and achieving results. I've been dedicated to enhancing the VDC Coordination environment to drive success. Are you interested in understanding the behind-the-scenes work that leads to results? Click the link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gSyMGb-x #Construction #RealEstateDevelopment #PropertyOwner #BuildingOwner

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Sometimes Division 6, 11 and 12 trades are the last to be awarded, long after BIM coordination meetings have begun and already drawn a lot of conclusions without your input. The outcome is not great when the space needed for overhead lab equipment or millwork features is expressed too late. Sometimes you get lucky, or you have excellent carpenters who know how to trapeze around obstacles inventively. Isolated ceiling service panels like this one are expensive. I recommend either producing a rigid frame around the CSP for attachments or using a unitized box construction like this one for stiffness.

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Managing design, submittals, and other construction document reviews for different projects simultaneously can be challenging. But with the right document management and collaboration platform, you can keep all project information and stakeholders in one place, reduce errors, and meet project deadlines. Here's an example ⬇️

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GMP Contracts: The Importance of Accuracy and Expertise When working with Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contracts, developers and general contractors face a monumental challenge: managing the volume of documentation. From detailed cost breakdowns to change orders, every piece of data must be: ✔ Thoroughly reviewed ✔ Carefully cross-checked for accuracy ✔ Aligned with project goals and budgets Even minor errors can lead to costly disputes, delays, or budget overruns. At ADDMORE Services, our Quantity Surveyor (QS) teams and seasoned professionals specialize in supporting developers and general contractors to: • Ensure the accuracy of contractual documents. • Verify cost estimates, take-offs, and change order requests. • Streamline document control to save time and reduce risks. With years of experience in cost management, project documentation, and working alongside some of the world’s most complex projects, ADDMORE is your trusted partner to navigate the complexities of GMP contracts. Let us help you focus on delivering exceptional projects while we handle the details. Contact outsource@addmoreservices.com to discuss your GMP project Refer to www.addmoreservices.com to learn more about ADDMORE and their services #GMPContracts #CostManagement #QuantitySurveying #ConstructionSupport #ADDMORE

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🚧 Reminder: AEC 101 - Construction Tomorrow! 🚧 Join us on July 30th from 12:00 - 1:00 PM for an insightful session featuring Kristi Spomer of Nabholz and Chris D. Rickman of Fremont-Wright. 🔍 Topics Include: Teaming options & proposal breakdown Interview prep & presentation techniques Project lifecycle & client experience Don’t miss this chance to boost your construction knowledge and hear from industry leaders! See you there! 🌟 #SMPSOK

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Proactive vs. Reactive Innovation: Unlocking the Future for Offsite Construction https://lnkd.in/erY6vBct In offsite construction, innovation is a double-edged sword. While it has the potential to revolutionize how we build, it often faces a wall of resistance from those entrenched in traditional practices. #offsiteconstruction #proactive #innovation Bob Bender Ben Hershey Brian Iverson Yudhisthir Gauli Audley English MBE, FRSA, AA Dipl, RIBA paul richards Chad Crosby Erik Cofield Mike O'Mara, LEED AP Sarah Noel

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Most contractors get one shot at owning a business. And that fear of failure causes the failure they fear. So they take no risk; they try to figure it out themselves. They don't delegate to minimize mistakes. They don't borrow or invest to keep expenses to a minimum. There is a time and place, but if it persists, it stops growth and bitterly chokes the company. There are thousands of tasks, and the owner runs out of time and becomes master of none. All work is being done at 80% while trying to represent a fantastic company. This is not the dream The business has become a cage, not the freedom goal expected. There is a better way, and it begins with a clear goal and a plan. Check out my profile for the video link outlining the plan. 2025 can be the year you decide it will be. Business Blueprint Inc.

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Pride in industry.⁠..but louder. ⁠ In my opinion, this is how we start to make a tangible difference in the future of the construction workforce.⁠ ⁠ This is an industry of grit. Every day, all day. Whatever it takes to get the job done. Ownership of the final product, no matter what your level of involvement was.⁠ ⁠ Pride in what you do. ⁠ ⁠ How do we grow our construction workforce?⁠ ⁠ Talk about it. Brag about it. Post about it. Add all the hashtags. ⁠ ⁠ The next generation is immersed in social media. It turns out you're on here, too. ⁠ ⁠ Digging a trench? Post it.⁠ ⁠ Pouring a foundation? Snap it. ⁠ ⁠ Working in a quarry? Tag it.⁠ ⁠ Drywalling a house? Share it. ⁠ ⁠ (Obviously, get permission first if it's not your job site.)⁠ ⁠ That's my mind-blowing advice. Do you want to be a part of the revolution?⁠ ⁠ Share your pride in the industry.

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