Project Management Considerations for Building Equipment Upgrades

Kevin A. Goldstein | September 6, 2016

By Kevin A. Goldstein and Matthew Severson, Sep 6, 2016 If you own or operate a hotel for any significant length of time, you will likely have to replace some of your building's core MEP and HVAC equipment. This article outlines project management strategies for successful building equipment projects. A well-executed building equipment project can save energy, reduce maintenance costs, and significantly improve the guest experience. However, a poorly managed project can be disastrous for a hotel in terms of the resultant cost overruns, guest complaints, and long-term dissatisfaction with the installed equipment. We discuss five are...