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A Case Study – Vendome Mall Project for the

MEP Construction Management
Ronald Gomeseria, PE (India/Qatar/Phils/UK), PEng, CEng, CBuildE, CEnv, ASEANEng, ACPE, IntPE, CEMgr, CHCMgr, CEMgr
Atlantic International University (AIU - USA)
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (2010-2012)
Ph.D. in Building and Construction Engineering (2016-2018)
Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering (Ongoing)
Master of Science in Construction Management (2016-2018)
Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP)
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11 September 2019, 9:45 PM | Doha, Qatar
DOI 10.17605/OSF.IO/RN85E

Background
This article is an excerpt topic in the Thesis Dissertation from PUP (Polytechnic University of
the Philippines) Master of Science in Construction Management (MSCM), and a theoretical
research background of Ph.D. Courses in Building and Construction Engineering (AIU SSE
USA) about the case study of Vendome Mall Project for the MEP Construction Management,
relevance to job safety in the prevention of accident and injuries based on the critical phases,
and functions within the construction environment involving various facilities.

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Insight
The Vendome Mall - Snowpark and Family Entertainment Center is currently in progress. The
contracted work discussed herein deals with the supply and installation of MEP Services
(HVAC, Firefighting, Water Supply, Drainage, and Electrical Systems). The designed intent is
to create an entertainment facility to be rated as one of the most fascinating and majestic
structures (Photo-1). The Snowpark and Family Entertainment Center soar to a height of 17-
meters inside the building as shown in Photo-3. The Vendome Mall building stands (Photo-2)
on an artificial island in the Lusail area near to the West Bay Doha, which can be reached in
just 15-minutes’ drive from City Center of Doha. The Main Contractor was awarded the MEP
contract to provide a unique services engineering solution that would match the unique
construction requirement and challenges for the Snowpark, Family Entertainment Center, and
the entire project safety requirements.

Case Study Solution in the Improvement of the Current Project

During the construction process, working hand in hand with the Project Main Contractor and
the Project Consultant the MEP Sub-Contractor suggested improvements in the design
drawings for securing better safety and a healthy environment.

Photo-1: Designed Snowpark and Family Entertainment Center (courtesy-CRC/MSAZI)

Amongst the myriad challenges that occur in the construction industry, an MEP Sub-
Contractor faces multiple issues during the ongoing installation/ construction. Hence, careful
consideration was given to the designs, to satisfy the requirement in a safety manner, of all
engineering works before starting site construction.
Since the MEP Sub-Contractor is in the forefront for all the systems works they have initiated
the safety policy and review for providing solutions to achieve the target.

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Photo-2: Vendome Mall Aerial View (courtesy- CRC)

Photo-3, Snowpark and Family Entertainment Center Construction in progress

(photo by rvgomeseria)

Responsibilities
For effective control, the construction responsibilities have been allocated for the improvement
of the organization of the construction activities. They comprise the followings:
 The Main Contractor awarded the contract to the MEP Sub-Contractor who is responsible
for the overall implementation of the work procedures as specified.

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 The Construction MEP Project Manager along with his Discipline Engineers, Site
Supervisors, Surveyors, and Foreman is to ensure that all the works are carried out
according to the approved Specifications, Drawings, and Method Statements.
 The Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) Manager along with the QC
Engineer ensures that all the works are carried out as per Specification; Issued for
Construction (IFC) Drawings, Method Statement and Inspection Test Plan (ITP). The
Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) Manager must coordinate with the site
for off-site tests related to the Contracted Works.
 The Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Manager along with the Safety Officer are to
ensure the implementation of all Safety Procedures and Safety Measures related to the
nature of works being carried out within the construction environment and in accordance
with the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) plan.
The full workforce is deployed on-site all the requisite materials and equipment are ordered
and engineering works submission and approvals are quickly resolved on all issues in the
design via shop drawings submission and approvals to meet the project timeframe and
thereafter executing the work promptly. Thus, the resulting efforts by the team produce work
with reliability and accuracy, in fact, improves on them since it is wastage has also been
minimized.

Safety Hazards and Preventive Measures in the Construction

The hazards associated with the installation of MEP/ Building Services and all related work
activities are controlled as per the required risk assessment of the followings;
1. PPE Requirements
As a minimum requirement as discussed above, the following PPE has been used by the
Staff and Labour employed on the construction site:
 Safety Helmet
 Safety shoes
 Coverall
 Hand gloves
 Full body harness
 Earplugs
 Eye protection/ goggles
 Special respiratory mask/ dust mask
2. Information and Communication to the Personnel
 Safety induction has is done in accordance with the HSE Policy prior to the start of the
work on the construction site.
 Job Stat Card is known as the 4C (Control, Cooperation, Communication, Competence)
and the Safety Tool Box is carried out prior to starting work.
 The Method Statement and the Risk Assessment briefing are convened and attended by
all personnel assigned to do the task within the construction environment and all risk
associated with the works are explained.
 The Safety Personnel and the designated Responsible Person ensure that all works on
site are carried out and all statutory requirements are complied with before any works
commence.

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 Since the work is in the construction area, all measures are in place for minimizing/
eliminating dust exposure.
 An emergency evacuation plan is explained to all workmen to deal with emergency
situations on the construction site.
 Periodically a Hazard Analysis is done for safety.
 All personnel is trained with the correct equipment set up on site.

The Case Study Benefits

The Vendome Mall - Snowpark and Family Entertainment Center is one of the most important
landmarks in Qatar. Considering the harsh climate conditions and the construction standards
set up for achieving high-quality MEP / Building Services for the facility not only to meet the
client’s expectations but to try to exceed them.
In the ongoing construction, the principle is meeting the strength requirements they have
provided by securing a total designed solution environmentally which will result in expanding
life expectancy for the building structure, design safety, and energy conservation.

Conclusion
At a Construction Site, the Construction Project Manager is responsible for the Safety and
Health of the employees on behalf of the Owner while still having to complete the project as
per the approved design plans, the scope of works and specifications. The Project Manager
faces challenges from the grass-roots level since he is responsible for the overall success of
delivering the owner’s physical development within the constraints of project cost, time,
quality, environmental and safety requirements
With the increase in complexity of projects and consequently of the construction processes
ensuring awareness of Safety, Health and Security are extremely important. The processes and
practices must be adhered to inspite of increasing nuisance from non-stakeholders since
Owners demand accountability and proper guidance during the entire planning and
construction process, all as approved by an authority.
The Project Manager must be technically competent and be able to adapt to the changing
requirements of the built environment by relying on the knowledge and skills acquired through
training, education, and hands-on experiences. The Project Manager needs to also have skills to
meet play the roles and bear the responsibilities to create wisdom, distribute the wisdom, and
identify hindrances to knowledge acquisition.
PMI defining project management as "the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and
techniques to a broad range of activities in order to meet the requirements of a particular
project." HSE covers all phases of a project. In today's competitive environment, the
construction technological aspects need to be designed for timely information to enable the
preparation of engineering works, procure the required materials from the market and deploy
the necessary labor, plant, and equipment so that productivity remains high. The processes
discussed earlier provide an essential compendium in the construction industry for securing
safety for all practicing engineers, designers, planners and other practitioners since Safety,
Security and Health encompass all the phases of planning, design, and construction from start
to finish.

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Keywords:
Case Study, Construction, Engineering, Hazard, Job Safety, Environment, Mall, Management

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Project for the MEP Construction Management. https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/RN85E

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