July - 2021CONSTRUCTIONTECHREVIEW.COM91. Conceptual Development: Define success, establish the team, goals, and lines of communication 2. Create a Plan: Develop the budget, schedule, scope, and plans, including defined permitting requirements; time spent on planning for modular prevents costly rework.3. Execute the Plan: Site work, manufacture, and install4. Monitor and Report: Monitor key metrics for safety, quality, schedule and cost 5. Closeout: Perform the regulatory and contractual activities required to close the project, including lessons learnedEnsuring that your partners share your vision of success, have developed a roadmap to move from the conceptual through detailed design, manufacturing, execution in the field, and project closeout will put your project on a path to early success. Communication among all constituencies is key. Bringing onboard partners that lack experience in this new delivery model will require a learning curve as they adapt to a new way of doing things in a change-averse industry.Lastly, it's essential to be aware of and avoid these common pitfalls in modular construction:1.) Do not purchase land or buy a building before fully defining your need. The Code and Zoning requirements of each location are unique and understanding the cost implications of compliance and management is critical to maintaining your budget.2.) Do not delay in communicating with permitting and inspection agencies. Identify the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) early (State, local, and modular) to ensure you are meeting their requirements.3.) When budgeting for costs unique to modular, remember to include not only the purchase price and installation costs but also freight, taxes, and, if your vendor is overseas, import duties. Failing to account for these items will negatively affect your budget and timeline.4.) Be certain to schedule enough time for shipping. If your manufacturer is quoting you times for completion and not including shipping, there is potential for significant schedule disruption, particularly if you are dealing with international shipments.5.) Plan for the long term. Consider the future of your facility. Give consideration now to long-term expansion plans to ensure your building is designed with capabilities for subsequent expansion. Bringing onboard partners that lack experience in this new delivery model will require a learning curve as they adapt to a new way of doing things in a change-averse industry
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