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ENGAGED!
TEAMBUILD GROUP | OCT 2018 ISSUE 004
COLLABORATING FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE
HIGHLIGHT
STRATEGIC
PLANNING
LEADERSHIP
RETREAT 2018
CONVERSATION WITH | ENGINEERS + MANAGERS: UNITE! A DAY IN THE LIFE OF
CEO’S MESSAGE CEO’S 信息
各位同事 ：
转眼间，我们已携手来到2018年的最后一个季度，我 会议期间，在主持人的要求下，领导团队指出了那些
在这里代表管理团队感谢大家的努力和贡献，你们的 可以体现出公司核心价值观的同事，我与他们进行了
付出是联宇取得进步和成功所不可缺少的一部分。 深入的交流并共进了午餐，这让我收益匪浅。期待在
今后有更多的这样的机会与各个部门/职位的同事交流
在一个异常严峻的行业竞争环境下，公司依然取得了 学习。
优异的投标成绩，截至今日我们已经取得了五个项目
的主承包合约，分别是PNC5，Yishun N3C26，The 团结致力于成功是联宇的精神。接下来，我们还有很
Woodleigh Residences，Senja Nursing Home和One 多工作要做，还有很多困难要去客服，但我相信明年
Draycott，这个耀眼成绩的背后离不开的是集团上下 我们将“建设”更多的成功和希望！
员工的分工协作，团队沟通和所有精力的投入。
期待与你们一起展望未来，攀登新的高峰！再次感谢
我们在8月29日和30日举办了年度领导层会议而在10 大家！
月11日和12日进行了为期两天的2019年计划会议，这
两个会议提供了领导团队重新认识彼此的机会，也通 最后，让我们恭喜West Terra, The Verandah @
ONE
过协调沟通制定出以保持整个团队的专注力，竞争力 Matilda 和 HIP D&B G18C团队夺获HDB Construction
和敏锐洞察力的发展策略。这将成为我们集团的一个 Safety Award和Yishun N4C22的团队夺获HDB
TEAM!
优势，因为我们能更清楚地了解在任何特定时间该做 Housekeeping & Vector Control Award，我们为他们
什么，也可以确认我们团队正朝着正确的方向前进。 自豪。
Dear Colleagues,
As we arrive at the last quarter of this year, the purpose reinforce one another, will give us a major
Management Team would like to thank each and every advantage. We will have a clearer sense of what to do
one of you. Your commitment and dedication have at any given time, and we can trust our people to move
been integral to Teambuild’s progress and success. in the right direction.
This was illustrated in our recent tender results, During the retreat, our facilitator also did a mini
which was a great achievement especially against exercise where teams were asked to share whom they
the backdrop of an industry environment that has think exemplify our core values. I had a lunch session
been incredibly challenging. This achievement is a with these colleagues and learned a lot during this
recognition of the hard work of our team. With five sharing session. I am looking forward to having more
new upcoming projects – PNC5, Yishun N3C26, The lunch sessions and conversations with colleagues from
Woodleigh Residences, Senja Nursing Home and One various divisions.
Draycott – teamwork, collaboration, communication
and accountability will play a major role to ensure their The spirit of Teambuild is a function of its collective
success. commitment to success. There is still plenty to be
achieved and I see next year lined up with many
We had also held our annual Leadership Retreat on successes and great achievements.
29th and 30th August. And following that, a 2-day
planning session for 2019 was conducted on 11th & Let us look forward to a bright future together!
12th October. As the leadership team can be pulled
in numerous, oftentimes conflicting directions, it is And, last but not least, congratulations to the teams for
crucial that everyone is aligned in order for the entire clinching the HDB Construction Safety Awards for West
organization to remain focused, competitive and agile. Terra, The Verandah @ Matilda and HIP D&B G18C as
The retreat and planning sessions offered opportunities well as the HDB Housekeeping & Vector Control Award
for the team to recalibrate and realign. Achieving real for Yishun N4C22!
alignment, where strategy, goals, and meaningful
Building Excellence Unity Innovative Leadership Dedication Enterprise Responsibility Building Excellence Unity Innovative Leadership Dedication Enterprise Responsibility
project is of high quality, with minimal The team eventually adopted the with the Brownstone project, there is
KOPI-T | CONVERSATION WITH works required during DLP by means GMP (Grout Mixed Pile) approach that still a learning curve as steel PPVC is
of smooth coordination and execution resulted in a 207% improvement in different from concrete PPVC.
CONVERSATION WITH
from our weekly technical and project productivity, and worked together with
site meetings with our consultant and HDB (BRI) to maximise the benefits What would you hope to achieve
Surbana Jurong. of it. From that, we acknowledge that in the upcoming projects and what
well planning and coordination are the would you see as the most important
PROJECT MANAGERS + ENGINEERS Moving from conventional key fundamentals to make a project ingredient for us to have in order to
construction to PPVC, there was successful. continue on our trajectory of growth?
certainly a learning curve. What
were some of the key learning points WK: Project A (West Terra @ Bukit CW: In my opinion, TBEC already has
gleaned from the previous projects? Batok) is the first generation of larger a mature team with a comprehensive
scale PVC implemented in public system. Judging from the awards
CW: With the construction market housing development, which has been we have received, we are also very
focusing on innovative and productive developed into a more complex system competitive in terms of technical
build methodology, almost every for Project B and C, where the PVC is know-how and construction quality.
new project has its own unique finished off-site. As such, we had a With the possibility of larger-scale
methodology that comes with new challenging time with the PVC and PBU projects and better leverage from TB
challenges. Similar to our current system, alongside the BIM process, affiliates, I have confidence that we can
practice, I believe early involvement of because it was our first time. With grow continuously, while operating
experienced and committed individuals every stage being critical to the overall on positive momentum to achieve a
KWOK HENG beh loong tan wee tan chee or teams in technical and execution progression over a tight time frame of higher PQM reputation in the market.
planning are essential, so that project 32 weeks, the team worked very hard
LEONG fatt kiat wei risks are well mitigated. on the project, and learned that good LF: People. As a first-timer to the PPVC
planning and coordination serve as the craft, the guiding help dispensed by
senior project assist. project project senior project LF: As Punggol West 37 is Teambuild's fundamentals to success. the consultants from HDB (BRI) has
first HDB project with basement been extremely useful and very much
manager manager manager engineer
construction, we faced many great HL: In comparison to conventional appreciated.
challenges during the process. Much construction, PPVC is more of a
(senja nursing home) (Northshore Edge, (Northshore Edge, (yishun Glen, N3C26)
PNC5) PNC5) effort was put into the initial planning challenge, though more productive, WK: PNC5 is a completely new
stages of design, construction requiring lesser manpower and challenge to me, so my team and I
Conversation With is an informal Q&A session with colleagues from various divisions. method, site execution, delivery, and producing lesser loud noises. have to adopt to the technical concept
finally installation and completion, and try to apply what we have learnt
In this issue, we caught up with the project managers and engineers of our new upcoming projects, as but the most difficult part of this For Senja Nursing Home, the from previous projects. I hope that we
they share their experiences on past works, alongside their goals for future opportunities. Assigned to project proved to be the construction construction method used is steel can be more proficient in managing
work on different projects, the quartet is brought together by three essential cornerstones that shape their approach for basement construction. PPVC, which is a first for Teambuild. different PPVC construction methods
respective roles: collaboration, teamwork, and planning. Even though I had prior experience after this stint. Thus, the most
2018 was a challenging year for the hopefully this culture of collaboration on our knowledge and skillset as
construction industry. However, and teamwork can translate to future we progress through the projects at
it is exciting to learn that we will projects as well. hand and achieve more milestones in
have four projects that will be due time. Where the other three new
commencing work soon. Share with Beh Loong Fatt (LF): As I will be projects are concerned, I hope for
us some of your expectations for supporting my colleague on the significant progress and the chance to
these four new projects. development of PNC5, a public housing share with and learn from other teams
project housed in Punggol, I wish to in full capacity as the company's asset.
Tan Chee Wei (CW): Teambuild has work together with the on-site team
grown rapidly over the past few years, to deliver the project timely with good Kwok Heng Leong (HL): Between the
investing in various affiliates (IPS, IAPL, quality without compromising safety, clearance of materials and architectural
Team Alliance, IMAX, etc) along the all while picking up different working work details by MOHH and the signing
way. With their increased involvement and planning skills. off of vendors, the initial stage was
in our new projects, we have been rather time-consuming. As such, I
working more closely together to build Tan Wee Kiat (WK): As the Project would want to meet the expectations of
rapport and support each other, so Manager for PNC5, I look to improve MOHH and ensure the completed
KOPI-T | CONVERSATION WITH IMPACT | A DAY IN THE LIFE OF
A DAY IN
Have you ever wondered about
THE LIFE of the daily job routines of other
roles, or the happenings at a
harmeet project site? A Day in the Life of
is about sharing the different
pal
roles that come together to
make up Teambuild Group.
bim
important ingredient would be the
people, from workers to managers,
move forward in my career. technology, the world is changing every
day, and that makes life interesting.
coordinator
as everyone on site needs to adapt LF: My family, superiors, friends and
to the fast-changing technological colleagues are the biggest influences What do you enjoy doing most
environment in this industry quickly. in my life as they coach and share their outside of work?
life and work experiences with me. BIM Coordinator expresses. “That’s days of construction is different.
The industry has come a long way since
HL: We target to achieve maximum CW: Spending quality time with my the reason why I decided to transfer Working for an architect is more
its days of linear construction. With the
workmanship and quality. WK: My family, friends and colleagues family and friends, and enjoying the from a consultant life to the main about the concept, (while) working
advent of sophisticated technology comes
play an important role in my life. I peaceful moments in my hometown. contractor life.” with a builder focuses on the actual
new construction methods, and this
On a personal note, what are the am thankful for all of their positive building process. With both, you’ll be
means increased opportunities to futher
biggest influences in your life and influence. WK: Travelling! Cliché it may be, but it makes for able to visualise even better how the
explore the field for improvements.
why? an excellent callback to the roots of building is going to be built, and to
HL: My personal view is that life is LF: Spending time with my family. construction, which is to build with see the actual models become reality
The sector has certainly enjoyed the
CW: Support and encouragement from challenging. From the evolution of purpose. It’s a good thing, too, that – that’s something I find fascinating.”
benefits of technology. Higher efficiency
my family members serve as great human behaviour over the years HL: I seek to take care of my routine Harmeet’s past experience is able to
rates, enhanced productivity, and less
motivation for me to stay focused and to learning about construction health and relax before the next day. complement his current job scope to On a regular day, his task
manpower-intensive work have sprung up
as a result, but one can easily agree that provide the essential skills of both involves taking a look at building
construction still remains a difficult line to conceptualisation and execution. information models and doing all the
work in. coordination between the structure,
He explains, “The idea that goes into archi, and M&E models.
For one Harmeet Pal, finding a sense of
purpose and sticking to it is what keeps
him going. A former-consultant-turned-
builder, he shares about the joys of his
job, as well as the sense of immense
gratification upon the completion of a
project.
“The most rewarding part about my job –
and it’s going to be a bit of a cliché saying
this – is giving a home to citizens and
people, and that’s what I strive to do,” the
Team Meeting
IMPACT | A DAY IN THE LIFE OF
looking to go into the field, with the Coordinator, as well as the general remains a temporary system – for now,
first step being a BIM Modeller. BIM environment that his former at least.
job was unable to offer. But perhaps
The road ahead, he elaborates, is the greatest difference comes in the Still, Harmeet's optimism is never
a difficult one. To reach the top, form of multi-tasking – working with waning. His Teambuild journey has
there are three stages in the BIM consultants only allowed him to focus been rather fruitful so far, and he is
career route to follow: Modeller, on one task, while his current position happy to have found what he considers
Coordinator, and eventually Manager. at Teambuild exposes him to different his true calling – being a builder.
It is simultaneously the easiest yet the responsibilities while on the job. In a
longest journey, because scaling to way, that makes the whole process With a passionate glint in his eye, he
the peak means one has weathered more productive, rewarding, and shares fervently, “Everyone in life
through all the frustration and toil definitely satisfactory. seeks a purpose, and working with
such that a strong, determined spirit Teambuild, I’ve found the path to that
is cultivated, alongside a rich library of Moving forward, the self-driven purpose.”
knowledge and skills – a feat he sees as individual is seeking a permanent
Harmeet with Basu, Planning & Technical Manager “very admirable”. solution to ease the integration of But first, small steps. Everyone has
the entire work ecosystem; he dares to start somewhere, after all, and
For Harmeet, the switch from a not make promises on this, however. Harmeet's contributions to the
On-site, that translates to generating more integrated, efficient ecosystem. (VDC) approach. What it entails is a
consultant lifestyle to that of a builder’s Project C, alongside a handful of other company serve as a stepping stone
shop drawings and 4D simluation Borrowing elements from the barcode sophisticated virtual mock-up that
is a welcome one. He now has more upcoming projects, will be using virtual to greater and more ambitious
sketches, before all of these are put tracking concept found in delivery works like a functional unit, in which
freedom to explore his role as a BIM mock-ups, but the QR tracking method achievements.
together in Harmeet's capability. services like FedEx and DHL, it involves one can physically walk through the
With collaboration making up a huge the implementation of a QR code at space – drawn to scale, no less – to get
part of his job scope, he admits that every stage of the PPVC work, so that an exact picture of its appearance and
coordinating efforts is often the most the team is able to track the modules dimensions, while pulling off everyday
difficult of all his responsibilities. Apart from delivery to hoisting. acts like switching on the lights and
from the coordination between the opening doors. With a complete layout
consultant and structure engineers The technology is hardly new in mapped out, the amount of time,
– the latter of whom also has to get the market, but it is this sense of money, and manpower will be greatly
the M&E models correct – there is innovation and daring exploration that reduced; where the traditional timber
the dreaded task of chasing involved makes Harmeet's approach impressive mock-up would require lots of people
parties to send over the finalised and refreshing. He remains humble, working on it, this one only needs a
details, such that all models can be however, stating that he has learned a single BIM Modeller, who is usually
coordinated before construction starts. lot while on the job, especially when it given a month to build all the units.
comes to the PPVC process.
It gives some room for correction and As with all construction projects,
extra time as well. In the case where a “This experience has basically given teamwork makes the dream work.
clash between the models is spotted, me a lot of knowledge when it comes Harmeet describes the working
the team will be able to act on it and to working with PPVC and construction dynamics to be that of a “symbiotic
come up with solutions faster without methods, alongside the site engineers, relationship”, where he keeps his team
slowing down the entire process. and even the PMs,” he elaborates. members involved, and vice-versa.
“I've gained a lot of experience and
Indeed, the need for punctuality is of understanding regarding the best Since BIM is a relatively new
utmost importance in the construction way to execute a PPVC construction specialisation in the local construction
line. Projects must be completed on project.” industry, there are ongoing efforts to
time, and a workflow of heightened rope in talent and interest, courtesy
efficiency would greatly help matters. Valley Spring, in particular, is certainly of the BCA Academy. Countrary to
While working on Valley Spring (N4C22) worth noting. Moving beyond the the common misconception of BIM
Harmeet demonstrated his out-of-the- conventional construction method Coordinators being associated with
box thinking by means of a QR code sees it taking on the extremely high- foreigners, Harmeet expresses that an Harmeet with Ko Myo, BIM Manager
tracking method that has introduced a end Virtual Design and Construction increasing number of Singaporeans are
HIGHLIGHT | LEADERSHIP RETREAT
strategic planning
leadership retreat
2018
29-30 August 2018 Novotel Singapore (Stevens) Theme: One Team
day 2
day 1
Morning Afternoon
Morning Afternoon
• SWT Analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses &
• Introduction to' Scaling Up : Mastering Trends) group discussion:
• Strategy : Casting the vision
the Rockefeller Habits’ by functions
• BHAG (Big Hairy Audacious Goal) • Moving Forward:
• The Four Decisions
• Our 3-Year Plan / Strategies
• Determining Quarterly Priorities &
• Reality Check: • Company 2018-19 Top Priorities &
• Who are we & what do we stand for: Metrics 2018-19
• What key issues or questions must Goals
• People we address in order for us to move
• Core Values • Presenting Quarterly Priorities for
forward? • The Three Execution Disciplines
• Purpose feedback & alignment
• Priorities
• Metrics
• Wrap-Up
• Meeting rhythms
Following the Leadership Retreat, a 2-day planning session for 2019 was conducted on 11 & 12 Oct
HIGHLIGHT | LEADERSHIP RETREAT
photo gallery
No more presentations, hooray! Under this year's theme of “One Team: Fostering
Communication & Collaboration”, participants came together for group discussions
instead, which encouraged more engagement and interaction. Here's what went
down during the enriching two-day stint, picture-style!
IN THE SWING OF THINGS KOPI-T | 10Q IN 60S
sharing session: 10Q in 60s tan poh tuck
Basement construction 10 Questions in 60 Seconds is (executive director, building
a fun Q&A with colleagues. construction)
As part of the Dawson C3 project, TBEC is tasked to build the basement of Blk 37A MSCP with the Semi Top-
down Construction Method. To provide involved parties with a deeper understanding and better grasp of the 1 2 3
topic at hand, a sharing session was hosted by Senior Project Engineer Goh Pang Jun and Project Engineer
Julian Chin, which highlighted some key takeaways. Most memorable moment? When do you have the most
How long have you been with
us? fun at work?
Toughest period during Teambuild
crisis, where there was some When I see that the project is
Since 1995, so it’s been quite the
financial problems. Colleagues back coming to a completion, and the
long journey!
then volunteered to take a paycut sense of accomplishment that
to tide over the crisis, and it was a follows it.
who? touching moment for me. Charlie
4
was the one who initiated this
Building Construction Division,
including the project site teams
AGENDA during a urgent meeting, to which
we all agreed. 6
1. Sharing of construction method of “semi
Favourite lunch place?
top down”
Where it is the most convenient,
5 What do you do for fun?
2. Learning points Last time, working is my form of
I don’t care.
Coffee, tea, or...? fun – work for fun, fun for work.
3. Challenges faced Now, it’s to accompany my kid.
what? 4. Things to note (waterproofing/water
Coffee.
Basement construction. Mr PT Tan, Executive tightness, etc)
Director, also opened the floor to discussion on 7
water tightness of the diaphragm wall.
8
What is on your bucket list?
Motto or personal mantra?
My wish is to see Teambuild
become a choice contractor, as Never give up, nothing is
well as to bring up my kid and impossible.
watch her grow.
9 10
An unknown fact about
yourself? Describe yourself in one
word?
I love my wife. People tend to
not believe that! (laughs) Independent.
#THANKYOU #SAVETHEDATE
hdb commendation
Working in the construction industry is not an easy task, and our efforts often go
EVENTS
unnoticed in the eyes of the public. For one Annie Thng, however, hard work pays off,
as she received recognition and acknowledgement for her dedication to delivering
top-quality customer service that has bagged her an Award for Excellent Service from
CALENDAR
HDB for three consecutive years. Congratulations!
The verandah @ matilda
october november december
HR & Sharing Events HR & Sharing Events HR & Sharing Events
good customer excellent positive customer
service performance experience
(Customer Relations Officer)
New staff induction (26 Oct) Seow Kong Cheong Scholarship New staff induction (28 Dec)
Registration Opening (15 Nov)
Others Lunch Talks Lunch Talks
Minister of State, MOM, visit Project B Performance Management Lunch Talk Goal Setting Lunch Talk (18 Dec)
with SCAL and WSHC (9 Oct) (2 Nov)
2019 Planning Session (11 - 12 Oct)
Others Others
Launch of Safety Campaign at PNC5
(22 Oct)
Employee Health Screening Day 1
(30 Oct)
Closure of 2018 Performance Review
Employee Health Screening Day 2 Start of year end performance review
(31 Oct) Start of 2019 Goal Setting
SPECIAL FEATURE | PROMOTION & REDESIGNATION #SHOUTOUT
promotion & announcements
redesignation
For their continued contributions and commitment to the growth of our organisation, selected individuals from seow kong cheong
various entities and departments have been promoted, with CSU undergoing a name change to reflect CPQ instead scholarship
– Construction Productivity & Quality. Congratulations and keep up the good work!
Gurudas
Last issue, we announced the successful applicants for Basu
the Seow Kong Cheong Employees Education Fund.
This time, the spotlight goes to three winners of the PLANNING AND
Seow Kong Cheong Scholarship – Wong Chen Hin, TECHNICAL
Gurudas Basu, and Alex Tho. A job well done, guys! MANAGER
congratulations!
Alex Tho Chee Yong Wong Chen Hin
PROJECT MANAGER (IMAX) SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR
Accompanying the above promotions are three redesignations to ensure job alignment and provide an update on CREDITS STORIES /
the staff's current duties and responsibilities.
We would also like to thank the following
IDEAS
Construction Executive individuals for their contributions to this issue of
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Lim Hock Sim IPS – Singapore Manager • Annie Thng • Tan Chee Wei teambuild.com.sg. ENGAGED! would be more
• Beh Loong Fatt • Tan Poh Tuck engaging if it is for the Teambuild community by
TBEC – Corporate Senior • Gurudas Basu • Tan Wee Kiat the Teambuild community.
Jonathan Tay Communications • Harmeet Pal • Wong Chen Hin
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