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Project Rework Reduction Tool

This tool targets reducing overall project direct cost of redoing work. Supported by research, this tool targets the highest factors causing rework on a project by conducting project assessments at key points during the project. The resulting project rating helps identify areas of weakness that need to be addressed before the problem becomes a reality on the construction site. To support improvements in key weakness areas of the project this tool includes a database of best practices relevant to the specific problems on the project. Supporting documents have been merged together for easier printing, individual items may be found in the library. This best practice was developed in 2006 at the request of the Construction Performance Committee.

Rework Committee

Definition of Field Rework:
Total direct cost of redoing work in the field regardless of initiating cause or source.

Field Rework Reduction Committee Purpose:

  1. To Identify Causes of Field Rework
  2. To Develop Methodology for Measuring Field Rework
    a) in an “industry-wide benchmarking process”
    b) through “leading indicator analysis”
  3. To Identify Best Practices to Eliminate the Causes of Field Rework

…with the Ultimate Goal of Eliminating Field Rework

Documents

  • Project Rework Reduction Tool – software
  • Construction Execution Plan Checklist
  • E and R Checklist
  • Field Rework Data Collection System
  • Measuring and Classifying Construction Rework
  • Measuring and Classifying Construction Rework – Appendix
  • Measuring and Classifying Construction Rework – Executive Summary
  • Execution Plan Checklist
  • Leadership Communication Checklist
  • Engineering Checklist
  • Leadership Communication Checklist
  • PRRT Presentation
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Shawn Madro is a Portfolio Design Engineer at TC Energy, where he leverages software and data tools to optimize operations and maintenance programs across Canada and the United States. With over a decade of experience in engineering, supply chain, and project management, Shawn has supported major energy infrastructure projects and led initiatives to improve efficiency and collaboration across teams and in project execution. He is also active with the Construction Owners Association of Alberta, currently serving as Co-Chair of the Collaborative Contracting Committee. Shawn is a Professional Engineer and a graduate of the University of Calgary’s Schulich School of Engineering.

Dillon Shepherd is a Digital Construction Manager with specialized expertise in the implementation of digital twin technologies within the built environment. He supports building owners, developers, and construction companies in bridging the gap between physical assets and digital intelligence, ensuring that organizations are positioned to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance long-term asset performance.

With a strong background in business strategy and technology enablement, Dillon provides structured leadership in guiding organizations through every stage of digital transformation—from strategic planning and design through to deployment and operational integration. His focus is on delivering measurable outcomes while maintaining alignment with organizational goals, industry standards, and best practices.

Gordon Walsh has been working in health and safety for over 20 years. Gordon is currently employed with Energy Safety Canada (ESC) as Principal Consultant, Safety Centre of Excellence. Over his 15 plus years with Energy Safety Canada (previous ENFORM), Gordon has worked in multiple roles and departments. Before working with ESC, Gordon worked for two other industry safety associations in commercial trucking and manufacturing. Before starting a career in safety Gordon was employed in various industries including Excavation, General Construction and a short stint in Underground Coal Mining.  

Gordon completed his OHS Certificate with the University of Alberta and has been qualified as a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) since 2007, further completed a Business Essentials Program Certificate through the University of Calgary Haskayne School Of Business, and NEBOSH Tech Cert Oil and Gas Ops Safety. 

Over the past 5 years Gordon has been focused on learning about Human and Organizational Performance, working directly with experts in industry and academia to progress the adoption of doing Safety Differently through the lens of the 5 Five Principles of HOP, evolving safety forward. 

Gordon has been an instructor of safety courses and a presenter at multiple conferences over the last two decades covering topics relevant to frontline workers as well as manager level content. 

Gordon sits on the Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Regulator OHS Advisory Council as well as Construction Safety Research Alliance (CSRA) research projects.    

Angela Thompson is Vice President of Commercial at FLINT Corp., a leading provider of construction, maintenance, turnarounds and environmental services across Canada. She oversees PMO, Estimating, Business Development & Indigenous Relations and has been instrumental in advancing FLINT’s project delivery systems, client account frameworks and building meaningful indigenous relations.

With a career spanning operational P&L leadership and project execution, Angela is recognized for her collaborative leadership style and her ability to connect commercial strategy with operational delivery. She has been named to Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 and recognized among Canada’s 100 Most Powerful Women, bringing a grounded perspective on lessons learned, innovation, and building partnerships that drive stronger project outcomes.

 

As the Vice President of Operational Interface for Bird, Adam is a seasoned leader with a proven history in the industrial services sector. He has been driving excellence in industrial maintenance, overseeing strategic initiatives, and ensuring the successful execution of the organization’s growth strategy. 

Adam’s role centers on strengthening collaboration and solution development between Bird’s shared services and field teams, helping to drive reliable execution and streamlined workflows. Recent key initiatives that Adam is focused on include enhancements to the craft management system and development, advancements to the HSE management system, and improvements to vendor management processes. 

With a career spanning diverse sectors within the industrial landscape, he continues to be a force behind Bird’s success, embodying a commitment to operational excellence and a strategic vision that positions the company as an industry leader in construction and maintenance services. 

With over 25 years of experience, Adam offers a unique perspective gained from starting his career in the field and advancing through a range of support roles into senior P&L management. This progression has provided him with deep insight into industry challenges and clear opportunities for improvement.

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