Level: Intermediate
TCM Section(s):
7.2. Schedule Planning and Development
7.4. Resource Planning
Venue: 2023 AACE International Conference & Expo
Abstract: How does one shift the culture of a troubled construction project to complete on time when the project schedule is forecasting late completion? Takt planning is a scheduling tool which can do just that by paying careful attention to balancing workflow and utilizing space as a resource. The purpose of this paper is to identify schedule variances and minimize impacts by focusing on flow. This paper will explore challenges from implementing a workforce management plan during construction when the project was delayed and executed with poor original planning and an incomplete critical path method schedule. This paper will apply the multiple lessons learned from one case study to a second case study. Takt planning is a practical application of executing a collaborative endeavor involving owner, contractor, and subcontractors to switch everyone’s thinking from push to pull planning for better project outcomes. Construction is dynamic and the project planning needs continuous adjustment to mitigate delay and avoid chaos.
TCM Section(s):
7.2. Schedule Planning and Development
7.4. Resource Planning
Venue: 2023 AACE International Conference & Expo
Abstract: How does one shift the culture of a troubled construction project to complete on time when the project schedule is forecasting late completion? Takt planning is a scheduling tool which can do just that by paying careful attention to balancing workflow and utilizing space as a resource. The purpose of this paper is to identify schedule variances and minimize impacts by focusing on flow. This paper will explore challenges from implementing a workforce management plan during construction when the project was delayed and executed with poor original planning and an incomplete critical path method schedule. This paper will apply the multiple lessons learned from one case study to a second case study. Takt planning is a practical application of executing a collaborative endeavor involving owner, contractor, and subcontractors to switch everyone’s thinking from push to pull planning for better project outcomes. Construction is dynamic and the project planning needs continuous adjustment to mitigate delay and avoid chaos.