Inside Asian Gaming

IAG JAPAN FEB 2019 62 I f only constructing a world-class integrated resort was as easy as design, build, launch. The reality, of course, is very different. The complexities of IR design – from the vagaries of the land plot to the conflict between presentation and functionality and the many safety issues along the way – make development of these large and incredibly intricate buildings a veritable minefield. That’s where Commtech Asia’s expertise and approach proves so vital. Since setting up its Asian operations in 1992, Commtech Asia has established an outstanding reputation for providing innovative and professional services in the construction industry throughout the Asia-Pacific region. Focused primarily on MEPF (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire) and ELV (Extra-low Voltage) systems, the company oversees the mission critical installation and validation of building services, from commissioning management to project and construction management. The company’s scope includes independent testing and commissioning management, peer design review and solutions, due diligence survey and building audits, energy analysis, cost saving and sustainability solutions, as well as alterations and amendments solutions. Naturally, the company’s skillset has translated seamlessly to the IR industry. “Typically, clients will opt for a traditional project manager to take complete ownership for the successful delivery of a project, which will include MEPF and ELV management,” explains Division Lead at Commtech Asia, Bhupinder Parmar. “Very often, the importance of MEP and ELV sometimes gets overlooked. However, within IR projects, the reliance and importance of MEP and ELV integrity is significantly increased due to the nature of the business, which is fast- tracked – the sheer scale of the projects and the phased opening requirements. “Having the experience and ability to understand how these phased opening requirements can influence other planning requirements is invaluable in being able to prioritize schedules of work. With so many moving parts and key interfaces in IR projects, not to mention the general internal client team composition, being able to understand and influence decision making to maximize efficiencies in the delivery process can only come with experience. “By having independent MEP project and construction management, the required project focus can be better achieved, through an expert and holistic overview that identifies and addresses key pinch-points within the programme, developing intelligent solutions to mitigate potential delays.” IN FOCUS