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DOD LEED Implementation November 12th, 2009 John Ambert, LEED AP Cass | Sowatsky | Chapman + Associates
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350 Design build projects Nationwide 58 Design build projects to achieve Certification Dormitories, Barracks, BEQs, Airport Hangers, Educational + Training Facilities, HQ facilities, Mess Halls & Dining Facilities, Child Development Centers, Medical + Dental Clinics, Mail Handling Facilities, Residential Housing, Military Infrastructure Staff : 27 BIM technology + LEED APs
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John Ambert, LEED AP+ Bachelors of Architecture, Cal Poly SLO Minor: Sustainable Environments Worked on 26 LEED projects Certified – Platinum Level Navy + Army Projects USGBC + DOD Review Teams
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Presentation Overview The Military and Sustainable Design LEED Diction Design Build Process Key Aspects of LEED Program Take Aways
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The Military & Sustainable Design DOD Projects + Sustainability Economic Life Cycle Costs Operating Maintenance Social Improving the Quality of Indoor Environment Environmental Low Impact Development
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What does the Military Gain from Sustainable Design? Energy Savings 20-70% Verified Performance Lower Life-Cycle Costs Reduced Compliance Burden Waste + Pollution Enhanced Productivity
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The Military & Sustainable Design LEED Diction LEED ≠ LEEDS Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design LEED AP Building = Certified People = Accredited
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The Military & Sustainable Design LEED Diction LEED Building = High Performance Building Performance Based, Not Prescriptive Based on Consensus Standards ASHRAE, IES, ASTM, Inst. Of Transportation Engineers Green Guard, Green Label Plus, Green Seal LEED ≠ Building Code Agenda pushing Market forward
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Design Build Process : Bidding + Proposal Goal Setting Charrette : Starting the LEED Machine Research + Analysis LEED Project Goals Analyze Project Impacts Cost Time Feasibility Flexible LEED Proposal Provide Options
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Design Build Process : Kick Off Meeting w/ Government : Concept Design User Requests ROICC vs. RFP Key Design Decisions Orientation Daylight Ventilation HVAC Site Strategies vs. Synergies Singular Action with multiple benefits
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Design Build Process : Schematic Design LEED “Champion” AP - Architect Facilitates Integrative Design Ongoing Iterative Cycle Charrette / Research + Analysis / Documentation Project Representative Involved from Proposal to Post Occupancy Information Source Reference Guide Coordinated Plan of Action Design + Field Team Quality Control Submittals LEED Letter Templates Supporting Documentation
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Design Build Process : Schematic Design Design Eco-charrette Water Analysis Energy Calculator Daylighting HVAC Preliminary Material Selections Strategize
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LEED Implementation Plan All activities relating to LEED requirements Design, Construction, Procurement, Submittals, Documentation Outline Integrated Design Process Timeline aligned with construction goals Strategize Design Build Process : Schematic Design
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Energy Modeler Key Tool “Eye in the Sky” Coordinate all Trades Breakdown Percentages & Ways to Improve Limits GBCI Reviewer Questions Incentive & Rebates Savings by Design
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Design Build Process : Schematic Design Question : What are the biggest costs in the building? Energy Modeler will work with the design team throughout process Multiple iterations Modeling elements now vs later
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Design Build Process : Design Development LEED Checklist Project + Team Specific Roles Responsibilities Timeline Cost Impacts Work in Progress Re-Issued at critical points of Design & Construction Build in Buffer ~ 5% = 3-6 pts
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Design Build Process : Design Development LEED Checklist Verify & Validate Decisions made in Schematic Design Finalize Material & Product Selections Integrate LEED into Specs & Drawings Commissioning
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Design Build Process : Design Development RFP vs. End User Design Team = Middle Man Implement requests from Commander + ROICC Base Specific Standards B.E.A.P. Desired, Possible, Feasible RFP may define, but additional research is necessary to verify
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Design Build Process : Design Development Commissioning (Design) Owners Project Requirements (OPR) Basis Of Design (BOD) Commissioning Plan Identify Systems, Team Responsibilities, Testing Procedures, Verification requirements MEP / Solar / Geothermal Specifications
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Design Build Process : Design Development : Specifications Credits addressed in 3 approaches 1. General Conditions 2. Under Material & Product Sections 3. Direct notes on Drawings Language General Specs – Division 1 “ General Requirements” Thresholds illustrated Division Specific – Divisions 2-10 Minimum Requirements defined Performance + LEED Requirements Specifics without selecting Material Ex. Roofing : SRI = 29
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Design Build Process : Design Development : Specifications Design Build = “ Outline Spec” Must address issues in all sections Create a tight set of specifications Critical Point between Design Development and Construction Documents Moving up or Down on the scale
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Cost Estimator Fundamental to engage in process early Life Cycle Costs Understanding of LEED Higher levels of Certification through integrated design Positive + Negative Costs Design Build Process : Construction Documents
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Design Build Process : Construction Specifications Analyze materials based on requirements Select Manufacturers Submittal Requirements Submittals LEED Compliance Document aka: LEED Contribution Statement
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Design Build Process : Construction LEED AP (Construction Team) On-Site Instructor Foreman / QC / Subcontractors Representative ROICC + Base Manufacturer Construction Team + Company
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Design Build Process : Construction LEED AP (Construction Team) Data Recipient Synthesize LEED Data Track & Report LEED Documentation Extract data from subs and enter into LEED Letter Templates Update documentation throughout Construction Process Work with Design Team LEED AP Prepares Construction Package
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Design Build Process : Construction LEED AP (Construction Team) Trash Police On-Site sort for Diverting Waste Photographer Time Lapse of Construction Process Key SWWWP Indoor Air Quality items Verifier Materials selected are actually being implemented on site Site Reports from Commissioning Agent Gage Tracking Performance throughout
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Design Build Process : Construction LEED Notebook Implementation Plan LEED Checklists LEED Timeline Material Information Cut Sheets LEED Compliance Documents Monthly Reports Waste Tracking
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Design Build Process : Construction LEED Notebook Meeting Minutes ROICC / Base Requests & Actions Photographic Journal Completed templates + supporting documentation
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Design Build Process : Construction Commissioning (Construction) Extra set of Eyes Commissioning Plan Involves Superintendant, PM + QC Specification back check Evaluates drawings + Installation Generates Commissioning Report Involves Owner + Construction Team to ensure proper actions are taken Operations & Maintenance Manuals included in Submittals
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Design Build Process : Construction : Early Phases Site Documentation + Opportunities SWPPP Plan (CA) Erosion Control Identify Base Recycling Programs Off Site haulers + Locations IAQ Management Plan SMACNA Guidelines HVAC Protection + Housekeeping Plan During Construction + Pre Occupancy M&V Plan Ongoing Accountability of Energy Consumption over time Commissioning Plan
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Design Build Process : Construction : Early Phases Educate field team Design AP + Construction AP New subs / QCs Commander + ROICC Incentives!! Waste Cleanliness Strategize material selections Top 5 : Block, Steel, Concrete, Gypsum Gather supporting Documentation LEED Worksheets
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Design Build Process : Construction : Nearing Completion Update LEED Templates Use to track process IAQ Actions Air Quality Testing vs. Two week Flush Out Setting a Schedule for Deliverables Commissioning Report Innovation & Design Credits
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Design Build Process : LEED Submittal Design Review Documentation uploaded to LEED Online vs. Sent to LEED AP Final coordination Meeting with Design Team Identify Prerequisites! AP to receive and distribute comments Provide substantial documentation or credits may be denied
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Design Build Process : LEED Submittal Construction Review Design + Construction APs meet for group review Clearly address prerequisites with care Supporting Documentation Cut Sheets + LEED Compliance Documents Narratives Written by Construction LEED AP + field team Important to GBCI Review Teams Innovation In Design = collaboration
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LEED & DOD projects Key Aspects Sustainable Sites Parking – BEAP Heat Island Effect – Roof vs. Non-Roof Open Space Stormwater Management
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LEED & DOD projects Key Aspects Water Efficiency Landscaping – ATFP Dual Plumbing – Future Use Flush vs. Flow Base Preferences Maintenance
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LEED & DOD projects Key Aspects Energy & Atmosphere Energy Model = Coordination between all trades Tweaking HVAC system in the field for Optimal Performance Measurement & Verification Ensures efficiency + functionality
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LEED & DOD projects Key Aspects Materials + Resources On-Site sort vs. Co-mingle Recycled + Regional Materials Strategize to ensure achievement FSC Lumber COC Certification Camouflaged problem areas
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LEED & DOD projects Key Aspects Indoor Environmental Quality Implement IAQ Plan early and revisit often VOC Limits Cheat sheet for distribution Low Emitting Materials Flat = 50g/L; Non-flat = 100g/L Primer = 100 g/L (GS-11 2008) NAUF wood
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LEED & DOD projects Key Aspects Innovation In Design Exemplary Performance vs. Innovation Waste Diversion Water Efficiency Teams should look to maximize all Credits LEED Publishes a document of previously accepted ID Credits Adaptability / Future Proofing Be Creative
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Take Aways Integrated Design Process Tight collaboration within a Multidisciplinary Team Whole Systems Thinking Start Documentation Early Educate and Encourage Field Team Not a typical construction project
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Take Aways Plan a buffer into the Checklist 5% buffer (3-6 points) Push for Certification over Validation Improve Company Image + Portfolio Stand by your Commitment to Sustainability Post Completion Analysis
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Contact Info: John Ambert jambert@csc-a.com 619.298.3480
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