Field Observation Reports by Consultants Using OPMIS

Field Observations by consultants can be created through the OPMIS in the interest of organizing and tracking the resolution of any deficiency that is reported by a consultant.  In this example, our Building Envelope Commissioning Agent, WJE, uses our OPMIS to document and track their building envelope field observations.  The contractor has the option of printing the individual field report item or run a report to list all the issues that need to be resolved.  From the OPMIS, the report is printed with the consultants logo on it as an official document.  Please use the following link if you would like to view the actual report.

OPMIS Implementation Examples

Field Report Created with OPMIS

Field Report Log

Architect Transmitting Drawings via OPMIS

Here is a good example how we have centralized the issuance of all the contstruction documents via our OPMIS.  The architect uploads the construction documents to the appropriate folders and then creates a Work Flow Form to send the drawings to the contractor.  All the key individuals receive a copy of the notice.  The contractor then acknowledges receipt of the drawings and uses the form to create a change order if the revised construction documents require one.  When a change order is issued through our process, all the supporting documents are linked including this A/E: Document Issue form which allow us to quickly have access to all corresponding back up that explains the change order. This is also a good example how the notice looks and is transmitted via e-mail to everyone. 

Architect Issues CDs va OPMIS Example

Field Observation-How to Track in OPMIS

 The following is a good example of how A/E Field Observations that include deficiencies can be tracked by the OPMIS.  In this case, the structural engineer uploaded their report to the OPMIS QC Folder and then attached it to a Project Issue form to track resolution of the deficiencies.  If the Field Observations do not have any deficiencies that require any action to be taken, they will upload to the folder and send directly to a preselected group of individuals that would like to receive Field Observations.  I am planning to add this to our OPMIS Manual as standard procedure for future projects.  I am also planning to share our updated OPMIS Manual via this blog by the end of Novemeber.