Our Expertise
VDM Consulting provides comprehensive expertise across the entire Collaborative Project Delivery lifecycle, from strategic planning, procurement and team formation to seamless project execution and successful closeout. Our expertise includes:
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Strategic Project Advisory
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Team Procurement and Onboarding
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Proposal & Interview Coaching for non-Owners
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Team Development and Coaching
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Process Optimization and Efficiency
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Contract and Agreement Guidance
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Owner’s Representation and Project Coaching
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Team Health, Dispute Resolution and Conflict Management
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Project Close-out and Lessons Learned
Services We Provide
For Owner Partners
Collaborative Project Delivery (CPD) Strategy & Implementation Coaching:
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Guidance on collaborative project delivery models (IPD, Alliance, PDB).
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Advisory on team procurement strategies, process and facilitation for collaborative projects.
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Organizational change management support for internal alignment and team readiness for CPD.
Contract Development & Negotiation Advisory:
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Guidance on collaborative contracting methods.
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Advisory on creating and managing collaborative agreements that promote shared risk and reward.
Ongoing Owner’s Representation & Project Coaching:
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Project management and Owner’s representation services, ensuring alignment with Owner’s objectives and collaborative project goals.
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Driving the Project Team’s collaborative execution (as defined in the “For Project Teams” section below) through consistent coaching and support, ensuring alignment with owner objectives and CPD best practices.
For Project Teams
Team Onboarding & Integration:
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Guidance on establishing collaborative environments ("Big Room").
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Facilitation of team kick-off and alignment workshops.
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Guidance on team establishment.
Leadership & Team Development:
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Coaching on collaborative behaviors, communication, and decision-making.
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Training on collaborative project management.
Process Optimization & Efficiency:
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Advisory on streamlining collaborative project processes.
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Coaching on risk management, continuous estimation, and performance measurement.
Contract & Agreement Coaching:
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Guidance on collaborative contract and agreement strategies.
Team Health, Dispute Resolution & Conflict Management:
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Advisory and facilitation services for proactively maintaining team health, resolving disputes, and managing conflicts within collaborative project environments
Project Closeout & Lessons Learned Facilitation:
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Facilitation of project closeout activities, including lessons learned workshops and final reporting, to ensure continuous improvement.
For non-Owner Partners
Collaborative Project Proposal Review & Support:
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Review and recommendations for collaborative project Proposals & Submissions.
Team Interview Preparation:
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Workshops to prepare teams for collaborative project interviews.
One-on-one Collaborative Coaching:
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Personalized support to optimize individual’s collaborative performance and project contributions either within an existing Team or in preparation for a collaborative interview.
Consulting and Advisory
Strategic Collaborative Project Advisory
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Providing expert guidance and strategic insights on all aspects of collaborative project delivery, tailored to organizational needs and project goals.
Team Procurement Services
Securing the right team is foundational to successful collaborative projects. Our dedicated Team Procurement services provide the strategic guidance, process expertise, and facilitation necessary to build exceptional collaborative project teams.
Why Choose Us?
With our deep understanding of collaborative project delivery and a proven track record of guiding public owners through the intricacies of team procurement, we offer tailored expertise to streamline the process and mitigate potential risks, ensuring you build the ideal team for your project's success.
Our Comprehensive Team Procurement Services Include
Strategic Process Guidance
Leveraging our deep understanding of collaborative project delivery and the IPD procurement lifecycle to provide tailored advice at every stage.
Dedicated Facilitation of Team Selection Interviews
Designing, planning, and expertly facilitating collaborative team selection interviews that effectively assess team dynamics, collaborative behaviors and cultural fit
Risk Mitigation
Helping to anticipate potential challenges and implement strategies for a successful procurement outcome.
Documentation Mastery
Crafting and adapting procurement documents that are clear, compliant, and aligned with collaborative delivery and project goals.
Readiness and Preparation
Ensuring owners are fully prepared for the unique requirements of collaborative team selection, including interview planning and participation.
Increase Procurement Capacity
Providing dedicated support and facilitation to avoid operational procurement impacts to the owner during the intensive procurement process.
If you are an owner considering collaborative project delivery and feeling overwhelmed with the procurement process, let's connect. We’re passionate about helping you build high-performing teams and achieving exceptional project outcomes.
Ready to take the first step towards a successful collaborative project?
Core Principles
Fairness
Ensuring equal access to opportunities and upholding the highest ethical standards.
Transparency
Maintaining open communication and sharing information throughout the projectlifecycle.
Accountability
Taking ownership of actions and decisions to ensure expectations are met orexceeded.
Equitability
Championing inclusivity and recognizing that equitable solutions benefit everyone.
Collaboration
Fostering strong relationships and teamwork to drive project success.
Practical Improvement
Utilizing Lean methods to optimize processes and deliver high-quality results.
Core Principles
Practical Improvement
Utilizing practical methods to optimize processes and deliver high-quality results.
Accountability
Taking ownership of actions and decisions to ensure expectations are met orexceeded.
Equitability
Championing inclusivity and recognizing that equitable solutions benefit everyone.
Collaboration
Fostering strong relationships and teamwork to drive project success.
Fairness
Ensuring equal access to opportunities and upholding the highest ethical standards.
Transparency
Maintaining open communication and sharing information throughout the projectlifecycle.
About
VDM Consulting is a woman-owned consulting firm specializing in Collaborative Project Delivery, including Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), Alliance and other collaborative models. We empower owners, non-owner parties and project teams to achieve exceptional outcomes through strategic, targeted coaching, advisory and facilitation. Our people-first approach focuses on building high-performing teams, starting with owner preparation and strategic team procurement, and developing those project teams to deliver optimal project value that surpasses owner aspirations.
Let’s discuss your Collaborative Project Needs. Whether you're looking to kick off a new project, improve team dynamics, or explore collaborative delivery methods, we’re here to help. Reach out to start the conversation.
Request a free half-hour consult today!