Approach
Lean Construction
Lean is a philosophy that emphasizes the elimination of waste to create a smoothly flowing production process that produces only what is needed, when it is needed, and in the quantity needed.
We’ve pioneered the use of lean construction by adopting the right mindset.
Our Lean Construction practices emphasize the elimination of unnecessary steps and resources in order to enhance project schedules, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Our Lean Management practices include using data and metrics to guide decision-making, empowering our entire workforce to identify and solve problems, and implementing a culture of continuous improvement.
Enterprise-Wide Commitment
National Leadership
Turner’s overall preconstruction vision and strategy are developed and maintained nationally to ensure clients, regardless of their location, receive unsurpassed service and value.
More than 1,000 preconstruction professionals located throughout our office network guarantee project certainty.
Greg Smith
Vice President
Adopting a lean mindset, and applying lean management principles to existing practices results in many operational benefits.
- Increased productivity and efficiency
- Increased collaboration and communication
- Improved customer satisfaction.
- Improved quality and safety
- Reduced waste and costs
Enhancing Productivity
Lean construction improves efficiency, reduces waste, and increases productivity through streamlined processes, eliminating unnecessary steps, and effective resource utilization. Tools like value stream mapping, kanban, and 5S reduce costs and improve project and operational quality.
Planning and Design
Effective communication during the preconstruction phase sets a strong foundation for open dialogues throughout the project lifecycle.
To ensure everyone is on the same page, regular meetings are held to discuss expectations, review progress, and share information using BIM models, milestone schedules, and means and methods analysis. All stakeholders will have access to transparent communication that is clear, comprehensive, and accurate.
Communication
Effective communication during the preconstruction phase sets a strong foundation for open dialogues throughout the project lifecycle.
To ensure everyone is on the same page, regular meetings are held to discuss expectations, review progress, and share information using BIM models, milestone schedules, and means and methods analysis. All stakeholders will have access to transparent communication that is clear, comprehensive, and accurate.
Budgeting and Cost Estimating
Effective communication during the preconstruction phase sets a strong foundation for open dialogues throughout the project lifecycle.
To ensure everyone is on the same page, regular meetings are held to discuss expectations, review progress, and share information using BIM models, milestone schedules, and means and methods analysis. All stakeholders will have access to transparent communication that is clear, comprehensive, and accurate.
Risk Management & Mitigation
Effective communication during the preconstruction phase sets a strong foundation for open dialogues throughout the project lifecycle.
To ensure everyone is on the same page, regular meetings are held to discuss expectations, review progress, and share information using BIM models, milestone schedules, and means and methods analysis. All stakeholders will have access to transparent communication that is clear, comprehensive, and accurate.
Procurement
Our competitive advantage is our supply chain intelligence and purchasing power. Through Source Blue’s OEM relationships, 4PL intelligence and global buying power, Turner delivers supply chain and schedule certainty.
Our local procurement professionals negotiate contracts that ensure the necessary materials and equipment are on-site when needed, giving you the assurance that your project will be completed on time.
Collaborative preconstruction approach ensures successful project planning and detailing
Our preconstruction approach is founded on teamwork, effective communication, and a promise that with proper planning and detail your project will be a success.
Through a collaborative process, our approach provides structure, direction, and accountability to ensure projects are properly planned and detailed well before construction begins.
