Client: A major international technology company

Project Duration: 9 Months

Project Scope: Construction and Commissioning of a Hyperscale Data Centre

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The Challenge

The project was hampered by a series of complexities:

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1. Incomplete Program: The existing project schedule was fragmented, with considerable scope overlooked and sequences misaligned.

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2. Contractor Coordination: Numerous contractors were involved, with low-constructability design intensifying interface management challenges.

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3. Integrated Planning Deficiency: The absence of a cohesive plan led to disarray in site operations and supply chain management.

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4. Reporting Void: Progress reporting mechanisms were non-existent, clouding project visibility.

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5. Delay Diagnosis: A gap in tracking and understanding delays impeded effective prioritization and mitigation efforts.

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Our Approach

In alignment with Laminar Projects' distinct capabilities for rigorous and authentic engagement, our approach encompassed:

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• Reconstructing the Execution Plan: We developed a comprehensive construction and commissioning program that became the cornerstone for prioritizing activities.

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• ‍Emphasis Shift to Area Management: Transitioning from discipline-centric packages to area-focused management, we equipped managers with weekly action items, enhancing on-site productivity and issue resolution.

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• Data-Driven Decision Making: Our use of automated reporting and dashboards for key metrics such as labor and cost provided a transparent and factual basis for decisions.

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Outputs Delivered

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• MEP Construction Programme: A meticulously detailed blueprint to manage the interplay between various trades.

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• ‍Commissioning Programme: A robust schedule integrated with construction activities, underpinned by commissioning sequences.

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• Weekly Operational Forecasts: Tactical lookahead schedules fostered by area-specific workshops.

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• Progress Tracking Tools: Advanced dashboards and tagging trackers for real-time commissioning updates.

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Key Outcomes

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• Reliability: Our information was a bedrock of accuracy, optimizing effective work time utilization.

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• ‍Directional Clarity: Despite daily fluctuations, our strategic planning ensured that team efforts were aligned with long-term objectives.

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• Inspirational Leadership: We brought an infectious zeal to the project, personalizing delivery and energizing teams.

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Conclusion

Our engagement with the hyperscale data centre project in Belgium exemplifies Laminar Projects' philosophy: that a successful program is not just a reporting instrument but a dynamic tool that actively propels on-site execution. By fostering construction team buy-in and embedding best practices, we ensure that strategic planning translates into tangible on-ground action.