The Built Environment: Design, Engineering and Constructing Integrated Building Systems
Overtime, as we develop our skill sets, gain project knowledge and experience; as project managers, we begin to incorporate a systematic approach to the evaluation, analysis and implementation of the work encountered.
This is particularly applicable to MEP systems and Technical Portfolio, Program and Project Managers and Engineers.
Whether from a perspective of engineering, design, management or construction, this engagement immediately presents a unique set of challenges which require an extensive and realistic approach to the client and end user requirements.
A thorough review of, but not limited to, contracts, scopes of work, proprietary manufacturers data, equipment , devices, software, interfaces and technical specifications, in conjunction with the progressively elaborated schedule and updated construction documents, are needed to maintain an effective project management plan.
Maintaining a protocol that is consistent with the project methodology, yet unique to the client and culture, will be one of the PM’s most important, yet unprovided tasks. It is, without a doubt, one of the most important skill sets the burgeoning Project Manager or Project Engineer can develop, establish and utilize that will prove itself useful on future projects.
Designing, Engineering and Constructing Building Systems and its Integration in the Built Environment keeps you connected to the project pulse and engaged with stakeholders in a way that can greatly assist in addressing challenges and moving obstacles proactively towards resolution. It also helps to establish, maintain, and mentor a collaborative team operative anchored in client focused initiatives.
From the ongoing engagement with general and specialty trade contractors’ , communication with relevant stakeholders, being aware and abreast of ancillary trade activity to remaining conscious of the project status, challenges that arise and the elevated attention required; management of buildings systems and their integration can be extremely challenging and just as rewarding.
It is very important that respective relationships be anchored in the concept of “ Help me to Help you” for all stakeholders and should be a primary project mantra. This is not always referred to as an area of emotional intelligence(EI), but and can most certainly be useful in developing and understanding the goals, initiatives and requirements of your shared client.
Establishing this protocol and relational understanding as to the approach to the shared work you both have undertaken, while assisting in maintaining the project, assists in establishing an extremely effective project team while adding value to your organization. NFB
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