ARTICLES ON BUILDING AUTOMATION PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Project Management for BAS Projects
Siobhan Noffke 26 April 2021
Are you interested in managing projects related to building automation systems and controls? Project management on building automation system projects is sometimes viewed as simply making sure tasks are checked off a list as a project moves along. But, according to the articles listed below, in order for he projects to be successful, they should be viewed as more than that. So what exactly goes into project management for an installation or an update, in order for it to be successful? For starters, when managing your project, there are a few qualities required. Some of these are time management, demonstrated leadership capabilities and excellent financial management. However, these qualities are not enough. deep understanding of the industry-specific features of projects is also required.
Are you looking for more information on managing projects related to building automation systems? We have done some research and summarised some articles we have found on the subject. These articles range from tips for facility managers, advice for project managers and project management from a building owners point of view.
General Project Management
Before we dive into project management for building automation system projects, here is an article for those of you wanting to expand your skills and knowledge relating to project management in general.
88 Project Management Articles, Podcasts, And Content From 2020
Ben Aston, March 5th, 2020
This is a great source to help you try out new methods and enhance your project management skills, however it is not industry specific. It includes their best project management articles of 2020.
This is broken down into: Articles About Managing And Controlling Projects, Project Management Membership Articles, Digital Project Management Articles, A Few Other Miscellaneous Articles, Case Studies, Digital Project Management Tools, Digital Project Management Videos and DPM Podcasts
88 Project Management Articles, Podcasts, And Content From 2020
Project Management for BAS Projects: Articles
Below are four articles that you might find useful in finding out more about project management for building automation system projects.
Three Tips For Planning A Building Automation System Project
Raed Salem, May 19th, 2016
To start off with, we have an article about planning a new or replacement BAS. This article is a quick read and includes three tips for facility managers planning a new or replacement building automation system. The three tips are regarding: internet connectivity, ability to integrate multiple systems and training.
Three Tips For Planning A Building Automation System Project
Project Management on Building Automation System Projects
Andy Martin, July, 2017
This article about project management on building automation system projects highlights the importance of having someone lead and motivate rather than merely delegating. It also highlights important milestones to keep in mind when undertaking project management on bas projects. Examples of these milestones are Structural milestones that are related to your ability to install electrical raceway, wiring, hang panels, etc, When various pieces of equipment (AHU’s, central heating/cooling equipment, terminal units) will be set and accessible to your team,
When hydronic piping and control valves will be installed for each building or geographical area as it makes sense for your project,
Electrical power availability dates for all relevant electrical panels and mechanical equipment, by building or geographical area, echanical start-up dates for all equipment, by building or geographical area and Network availability, by building or geographical area
Project Management on Building Automation System Projects
SMART BUILDING PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND OVERSIGHT
Phil Zito, Oct 14th, 2020
This comprehensive article looks at project management, referred to as project oversight, from a building owner’s point of view. This is broken down into 4 "phase gates": Tender Phase, Specification Phase, Submittal Phase and Closeout Phase, which are then explained in detail. These details include what you will need to decide and what questions to ask yourself.
SMART BUILDING PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND OVERSIGHT
