Mass Construction Show Pre-Construction Masterclass w/ John Myers of Gilbane Building Co.
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Jul 21, 2025 Join John Myers, Pre-Construction Executive at Gilbane Building Company with expertise in virtual design, as he shares insights on pre-construction strategies. Discover how urban project management is shifting towards efficient procurement methods. John highlights the importance of collaboration and trust among teams and explores the evolving roles in construction management. He also touches on navigating design-build contracts and effective communication in a multitasking culture, especially in the post-pandemic landscape.
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Pre-construction Scales with Complexity
- Pre-construction roles diversify as project size and complexity grow, requiring specialists for scheduling, estimating, and coordination.
- The pre-construction point guard distributes work among experts to ensure a smooth process and final accurate estimate.
Schedule Often Trumps Cost
- In existing operational facilities, schedule sensitivity often outweighs cost due to production constraints.
- Logistical challenges in occupied sites drive significant strategy shifts in Massachusetts construction.
Manage Procurement by Waves
- Identify key project milestones early and assess risks of early procurement of materials.
- Structure procurement in waves aligned with construction phases to mitigate schedule risks and control costs.