What does the Safety team do? We are problem solvers who assist in developing safety solutions with our onsite teams to keep everyone safe. Our safety team assists our onsite teams with subcontractor safety pre-planning activities so that the work can be completed safely. We provide subcontractor mentoring during project safety walk throughs to prevent…
With construction teams working amidst the pandemic, digital tools have become more essential than ever for teams looking to maintain their productivity, while maintaining social distancing measures. Digital platforms can be leveraged to augment, or even entirely replace, a variety of daily tasks that traditionally do not adhere to social distancing procedures. They can completely…
For Consultants, Corporate Executives and Developers By Courtney Zaugg, CECD, Veridus Group, Inc. In light of the recent Amazon HQ2 contest taking place across the country, people are actively seeking to better understand the deciding factors involved in a major organization’s process for selecting a site. When a company needs to expand or relocate its…
Six Tips: Reducing the Likelihood of Construction Litigation By James R.A. Dawson, TAFT LAW What makes the strongest case in construction litigation can also help the parties avoid litigation altogether. This principle applies to owners, project managers, project partners, general contractors and sub-contractors alike. Although the vast majority of construction projects are completed without any…
Building Smart: Reducing Risk and Adding Value By Shari Held Today’s definition of a successful construction project is more than “on time, on budget.” Truly successful projects foster collaboration and communication among all stakeholders and are proactive in the pre-construction phase, with early involvement of the construction team. They also employ techniques and technology that…
There’s value in planning. The heart of our scheduling program, introduced during the pre-construction phase is the Lean work schedule. This approach enhances the way work is performed throughout the construction delivery process by reducing inefficiencies, which will eliminate miscommunication and increase project efficiency, ultimately saving money. Lean Construction Strategies Our team at Meyer Najem…
Community Health Network issued the challenge to create a facility to meet the growing demand for cancer care in Central Indiana. Designed with input from patients, physicians and staff, the Community Cancer Center North provides convenient access to exceptional healthcare services. The design for the 125,000-square-foot, three-story cancer center features elements that create a home-like…