The Construction Source
uncommon. Windows made in Korea had to be fabricated with painstaking precision. Comparing construction to that of a giant jigsaw puzzle is appropriate. Garry credits KCM’s success on complex projects like that to the amount of work their team puts in up-front. They believe that pre-construction is the most critical phase of any project, and they make sure that they work with clients to define expectations and ensure that the project is budgeted and scheduled accurately and appropriately. Before there are boots on the ground, KCMmakes certain that theentire teamhas access to the most complete cost, schedule, and project specific information available. They document the project as much as possible as early as possible to critically define the responsibility of each partner and stakeholder. They make sure that there are no misunderstandings, no surprises lying in wait, and that everyone’s objectives and expectations are aligned. “Construction can be a simple business,” Garry says. “Our objective is laid out in front of us. The schedule is also laid out in front of us. You just have to get it done.” “If you understand how to construct something, and if you’re schedules are not errant – andwedoa lot ofworkup front to make sure our schedules are efficient and accurate – then you have everything you need. You must stress the importance of the schedule. You can’t allow any trade, or any element, to get pushed off. And if it does happen, there have to be ramifications for the party responsible.” “We emphasise schedule very early on,” Garry reiterates. “We can’t stress that enough. We will not accept deviations from schedule. We provide very, very clear documentation. The expectations are clear. The contracts are clear. The schedule is clear. The first lesson that anybody learns when they work with us is you can’t play with the schedule.” THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE CANADA
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