Value Engineering for Electrical Systems in Construction - Hazem Hussein

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Résumé :

About the Author xix

Preface xxi

Artificial Intelligence-Assisted Visual Content Disclosure xxiii

Acknowledgments xxv

Professional Use Notice xxvii

Introduction to Value Engineering in Electrical Services in Construction Field xxxi

About the Companion Website xxxiii

1 Understanding Value Engineering in Electrical Projects 1

1.1 Introduction to Value Engineering 1

1.2 The Interrelation Between Initial and Running Costs 2

1.3 Understanding Initial Costs (CAPEX) in Electrical Systems 3

1.4 Running Costs (OPEX) and Their Long-Term Impact 4

1.5 Key Considerations in Balancing Initial and Running Costs 4

1.6 Collaborative Approach in Value Engineering 7

1.7 Navigating Collaboration in VE: Challenges and Solutions 7

1.7.1 The Path Forward in VE Collaboration 9

References 9

2 The Value Engineering Process in Electrical Design 11

2.1 The Value Engineering Process 11

2.2 Timing for VE Exercise 11

2.3 Who Should Conduct the VE Exercise? 12

2.4 The VE Process Steps 15

2.5 Summary and Key Takeaways 38

References 39

3 Value Engineering Strategies for Electrical Systems Design: Applied Methods for Cost, Performance, and Lifecycle Improvement 41

3.1 Introduction 41

3.2 Scope of VE Implementation in Electrical Design 41

3.3 VE Evaluation Areas in Electrical Design 43

3.4 System-Specific VE Applications 67

3.5 Practical Design Support Methods 135

References 137

4 Practical Checklists for Electrical Value Engineering and Design Assurance 141

4.1 Introduction-Purpose and Use of the Electrical Design Review Checklists 141

5 Proactive Value Engineering in Electrical Systems: Principles, Implementation, and Project Integration 145

5.1 Introduction 145

5.2 The Need for PVE 145

5.3 Potential Cost Savings and Implementation Costs 147

5.4 Causes of Unnecessary Cost in Electrical Services 148

5.5 Strategies for Implementing PVE in Electrical Design 149

5.6 Implementing PVE in Project Management 150

5.7 Challenges and Solutions 151

5.8 Leveraging Reference Designs for Efficient Project Implementation 153

5.9 Future of PVE in Electrical Design 155

5.10 Case Study: PVE in Data Centre Power Distribution 155

References 156

6 Practical Sheets and Templates for Effective Value Engineering of Electrical Works 159

6.1 Value Engineering Forms and Templates-Introduction 159

7 Applying the SAVE Methodology and Global Best Practices to Electrical Works 163

7.1 Introduction: Value Engineering in a Global Context 163

7.2 Adaptation to Electrical Works in the Context of VE 165

7.3 The Job Plan: Customized for Electrical Works 171

7.4 Function Analysis in VE for Electrical Works 174

7.5 Creative Problem-Solving in Electrical Works 177

7.6 Evaluation and Development Strategies in VE for Electrical Works 179

7.7 Implementation and Follow-Up in VE for Electrical Works 183

7.8 Conclusion: The Impact of VM on Electrical Works 185

References 186

8 Digital and Technological Drivers of Value Engineering in Electrical Systems 189

8.1 Introduction 189

8.2 BIM-Enabled Workflows for VE 190

8.3 Intelligent and Adaptive Electrical Systems 191

8.4 Electrification, Decarbonization, and Distributed Energy Integration 194

8.5 Energy Storage and Resilience Planning 196

8.6 Augmented and Virtual Reality in Electrical Systems: Design, Construction, and Life- Cycle Applications 198

8.7 Wireless Powe...

Biographie:

Hazem Hussein is a seasoned Electrical Engineering Consultant and Design Manager with extensive proven track record in delivering complex projects across Europe, the Middle East, and the Gulf region. He has contributed to major developments through his work with leading international consulting firms. His expertise lies in electrical design and project management for various systems, including low/medium voltage power distribution, lighting, renewable energy, and ELV. He has successfully managed projects in sectors such as high-rise buildings, mission-critical facilities, healthcare, and commercial establishments....

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About the Author xix

Preface xxi

Artificial Intelligence-Assisted Visual Content Disclosure xxiii

Acknowledgments xxv

Professional Use Notice xxvii

Introduction to Value Engineering in Electrical Services in Construction Field xxxi

About the Companion Website xxxiii

1 Understanding Value Engineering in Electrical Projects 1

1.1 Introduction to Value Engineering 1

1.2 The Interrelation Between Initial and Running Costs 2

1.3 Understanding Initial Costs (CAPEX) in Electrical Systems 3

1.4 Running Costs (OPEX) and Their Long-Term Impact 4

1.5 Key Considerations in Balancing Initial and Running Costs 4

1.6 Collaborative Approach in Value Engineering 7

1.7 Navigating Collaboration in VE: Challenges and Solutions 7

References 9

2 The Value Engineering Process in Electrical Design 11

2.1 The Value Engineering Process 11

2.2 Timing for VE Exercise 11

2.3 Who Should Conduct the VE Exercise? 12

2.4 The VE Process Steps 15

2.5 Summary and Key Takeaways 38

References 39

3 Value Engineering Strategies for Electrical Systems Design: Applied Methods for Cost, Performance, and Lifecycle Improvement 41

3.1 Introduction 41

3.2 Scope of VE Implementation in Electrical Design 41

3.3 VE Evaluation Areas in Electrical Design 43

3.4 System-Specific VE Applications 67

3.5 Practical Design Support Methods 135

References 137

4 Practical Checklists for Electrical Value Engineering and Design Assurance 141

4.1 Introduction-Purpose and Use of the Electrical Design Review Checklists 141

5 Proactive Value Engineering in Electrical Systems: Principles, Implementation, and Project Integration 145

5.1 Introduction 145

5.2 The Need for PVE 145

5.3 Potential Cost Savings and Implementation Costs 147

5.4 Causes of Unnecessary Cost in Electrical Services 148

5.5 Strategies for Implementing PVE in Electrical Design 149

5.6 Implementing PVE in Project Management 150

5.7 Challenges and Solutions 151

5.8 Leveraging Reference Designs for Efficient Project Implementation 153

5.9 Future of PVE in Electrical Design 155

5.10 Case Study: PVE in Data Centre Power Distribution 155

References 156

6 Practical Sheets and Templates for Effective Value Engineering of Electrical Works 159

6.1 Value Engineering Forms and Templates-Introduction 159

7 Applying the SAVE Methodology and Global Best Practices to Electrical Works 163

7.1 Introduction: Value Engineering in a Global Context 163

7.2 Adaptation to Electrical Works in the Context of VE 165

7.3 The Job Plan: Customized for Electrical Works 171

7.4 Function Analysis in VE for Electrical Works 174

7.5 Creative Problem-SoLVing in Electrical Works 177

7.6 Evaluation and Development Strategies in VE for Electrical Works 179

7.7 Implementation and Follow-Up in VE for Electrical Works 183

7.8 Conclusion: The Impact of VM on Electrical Works 185

References 186

8 Digital and Technological Drivers of Value Engineering in Electrical Systems 189

8.1 Introduction 189

8.2 BIM-Enabled Workflows for VE 190

8.3 Intelligent and Adaptive Electrical Systems 191

8.4 Electrification, Decarbonization, and Distributed Energy Integration 194

8.5 Energy Storage and Resilience Planning 196

8.6 Augmented and Virtual Reality in Electrical Systems: Design, Construction, and Life- Cycle Applications 198

8.7 Wireless Power Transmission and Embedded Systems 201

8.8 A...