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mmc advisEr

WHAT IS AN MMC ADVISER?

The MMC Adviser provides expert guidance and advice to the design team and the project stakeholders on the most appropriate and effective use of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). This includes evaluating the feasibility and suitability of MMC options, identifying the potential benefits and limitations of MMC, and assessing the impact of MMC on the project's cost, schedule, and quality.
 
The MMC Adviser can also help to identify opportunities to standardize and modularize components of the design to enable off-site construction, and can assist in the selection of MMC suppliers and contractors. Overall, the MMC Adviser plays a crucial role in helping to ensure the successful implementation of MMC in a construction project.

WHY SHOULD YOU USE AN MMC ADVISER?

Using an MMC Adviser, as per the role outlined in the RIBA DFMA Overlay, can provide several benefits to a construction project. Here are a few reasons why you should consider using an MMC Adviser:

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  1. Expertise: An MMC Adviser brings specialized knowledge and expertise in modern methods of construction, which can help you to identify the most appropriate MMC solutions for your project. They can also provide guidance on the potential benefits and limitations of MMC, and can help you to assess the feasibility and suitability of MMC options.

  2. Cost and schedule savings: Using MMC can offer cost and schedule savings by reducing on-site construction time and minimizing waste. An MMC Adviser can help you to identify opportunities to standardize and modularize components of the design, which can further streamline the construction process.

  3. Quality assurance: By using MMC, you can benefit from the increased quality assurance that comes with off-site construction. An MMC Adviser can help you to select MMC suppliers and contractors who have a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services.

  4. Risk management: Implementing MMC strategies involves managing certain risks associated with off-site construction, such as transportation and logistics. An MMC Adviser can help you to identify and mitigate these risks, which can help to ensure a successful construction project.

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Overall, using an MMC Adviser can help you to maximize the benefits of modern methods of construction while minimizing the risks and challenges associated with implementing MMC strategies.

HOW AND WHEN SHOULD I ENGAGE AN MMC ADVISER?

According to the RIBA DFMA Overlay, it is recommended to engage an MMC Adviser early in the design process, ideally during the feasibility and concept design stages. This allows the MMC Adviser to provide input on the most appropriate and effective use of MMC for your project and to help you to evaluate the feasibility and suitability of MMC options.
 

Here are some steps to engage an MMC Adviser as per the RIBA DFMA Overlay:
 

  1. Identify your project's needs: Determine your project's requirements, including budget, schedule, and quality goals, and assess the potential benefits and challenges of using MMC for your project.

  2. Select an MMC Adviser: Look for an MMC Adviser with expertise and experience in modern methods of construction, as well as familiarity with the specific requirements of your project. You can find MMC Advisers through industry networks or by seeking recommendations from other construction professionals.

  3. Involve the MMC Adviser early: Engage the MMC Adviser early in the design process, ideally during the feasibility and concept design stages. This allows the MMC Adviser to provide input on the most appropriate and effective use of MMC for your project and to help you to evaluate the feasibility and suitability of MMC options.

  4. Collaborate with the MMC Adviser: Work closely with the MMC Adviser throughout the design and construction process, taking advantage of their expertise and knowledge to make informed decisions about the use of MMC.

  5. Evaluate the outcomes: Evaluate the outcomes of using MMC, including cost savings, schedule improvements, and quality benefits, and use these outcomes to inform future projects.
     

Overall, engaging an MMC Adviser early in the design process and collaborating closely with them throughout the project can help to ensure the successful implementation of modern methods of construction in your construction project.

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