Construction Excellence Features

Planning Phase:

Select delivery system appropriate for the project utilizing Project Delivery Method (PDM) tool and market feedback
Develop appropriate documents in conjunction with customer defining the project goals, program requirements, constraints, schedule and funding
Prepare "Project Management Plan" with acquisition plan, resources, schedule, budget, and risks.
Perform a PDRI (Project Definition Rating Index) with the project team to identify the level of understanding of the project.

Design Phase:

Utilize Construction Management Professional Services contracts for programming, space planning, constructability, building code compliance, accessibility reviews, estimating etc.
Utilize construction expertise for constructability reviews and budget control.
Prepare separate independent estimates for comparison to Architect/Engineer (A/E) estimates at multiple milestones throughout the design.
Work with Facilities to prepare a preliminary commissioning plan.

Construction Phase:

Educate/train GSA workforce and stakeholders on deliver method being utilized to ensure understanding of the process and align expectations
Utilize past performance systems in selection of the construction contractor.
Conduct "Partnering Session" with all key stakeholder personnel - constructor/builder, designer, construction manager, customer and GSA.
Develop a cost management system to ensure the project remains within the established budget.
Process contractor payments in a timely manner.
Perform informal monthly evaluations of A/E, CM and construction contractor.
Perform "Construction Peer Reviews" at approximately 15 and 60 percent stage of construction for all large or special projects.
Utilize "Partnering" and "Alternate Dispute Resolution" to resolve disputes.
Perform "walk through" inspections with the customer agency on a regular basis to ensure they understand the space being provided and status of the work.
Prepare construction contractor "Performance Evaluations" at the intervals required during construction.
At the 90% construction stage, conduct a peer review to evaluate the success of the project and document Lessons Learned and Best Practices.
Implement Commissioning Plan.

Other Features:

Awards program to recognize contractors for exceptional Construction Excellence.
GSA engagement with industry groups (e.g. CII, CMAA, NIBS, COAA, AGC) performing research into better ways to deliver construction projects.
Training program and support for GSA personnel and customer stakeholders.
Maintain "Partnering" relationships with the Association of General Contractors, American Institute of Architects, Project Management Institute, Construction Management Association of America and other organizations involved in building construction.