DOD LEED ImplementationNovember 12th, 2009
John Ambert, LEED APCass | Sowatsky | Chapman + Associates
Cass | Sowatsky | Chapman + Associates
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
John Ambert, LEED AP+
Bachelors of Architecture, Cal Poly SLOMinor: Sustainable Environments
Worked on 26 LEED projectsCertified – Platinum Level
Navy + Army Projects
USGBC + DOD Review Teams
Presentation Overview
The Military and Sustainable Design
LEED Diction
Design Build Process
Key Aspects of LEED Program
Take Aways
The Military & Sustainable DesignDOD Projects + Sustainability
Economic Life Cycle Costs
Operating Maintenance
Social Improving the Quality of Indoor Environment
Environmental Low Impact Development
What does the Military Gain from Sustainable Design?
1. Energy Savings 20-70%
2. Verified Performance
3. Lower Life-Cycle Costs
4. Reduced Compliance Burden Waste + Pollution
5. Enhanced Productivity
The Military & Sustainable DesignLEED Diction
LEED ≠ LEEDSLeadership in Energy & Environmental
Design
LEED APBuilding = CertifiedPeople = Accredited
The Military & Sustainable DesignLEED 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
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
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
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
Design Build Process : Schematic Design
Design Eco-charrette Water Analysis Energy Calculator Daylighting HVAC Preliminary Material Selections
Strategize
LEED Implementation PlanAll activities relating to LEED requirementsDesign, Construction, Procurement, Submittals,
DocumentationOutline Integrated Design ProcessTimeline aligned with construction goalsStrategize
Design Build Process : Schematic Design
Design Build Process : Schematic Design
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
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
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
Design Build Process : Design Development
LEED Checklist Verify & Validate Decisions made in Schematic
Design Finalize Material & Product Selections Integrate LEED into Specs & Drawings Commissioning
Design Build Process : Design Development
RFP vs. End UserDesign Team = Middle Man
Implement requests from Commander + ROICC
Base Specific StandardsB.E.A.P.
Desired, Possible, FeasibleRFP may define, but additional research is
necessary to verify
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
Design Build Process : Design Development : Specifications
Credits addressed in 3 approaches1. 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
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
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
Design Build Process : Construction
SpecificationsAnalyze materials based on requirementsSelect Manufacturers Submittal
RequirementsSubmittals
LEED Compliance Document aka: LEED Contribution Statement
Design Build Process : Construction
LEED AP (Construction Team)On-Site Instructor
Foreman / QC / Subcontractors
Representative ROICC + Base Manufacturer Construction Team + Company
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
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
Design Build Process : Construction
LEED Notebook Implementation Plan LEED Checklists LEED Timeline Material Information
Cut Sheets LEED Compliance Documents
Monthly Reports Waste Tracking
Design Build Process : Construction
LEED NotebookMeeting MinutesROICC / Base Requests & ActionsPhotographic JournalCompleted templates + supporting
documentation
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
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
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
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
Design Build Process : LEED Submittal
Design ReviewDocumentation uploaded to LEED Online
vs. Sent to LEED APFinal coordination Meeting with Design
Team Identify Prerequisites!AP to receive and distribute commentsProvide substantial documentation or
credits may be denied
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
LEED & DOD projectsKey Aspects
Sustainable SitesParking – BEAPHeat Island Effect – Roof vs. Non-Roof Open SpaceStormwater Management
LEED & DOD projectsKey Aspects
Water EfficiencyLandscaping – ATFPDual Plumbing – Future UseFlush vs. Flow
Base Preferences Maintenance
LEED & DOD projectsKey Aspects
Energy & AtmosphereEnergy Model = Coordination between all
tradesTweaking HVAC system in the field for
Optimal PerformanceMeasurement & Verification
Ensures efficiency + functionality
LEED & DOD projectsKey Aspects
Materials + ResourcesOn-Site sort vs. Co-mingleRecycled + Regional Materials
Strategize to ensure achievement
FSC Lumber COC Certification Camouflaged problem areas
LEED & DOD projectsKey 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
LEED & DOD projectsKey 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
Take Aways
Integrated Design ProcessTight collaboration within a
Multidisciplinary TeamWhole Systems Thinking
Start Documentation Early
Educate and Encourage Field TeamNot a typical construction project
Take Aways
Plan a buffer into the Checklist5% buffer (3-6 points)
Push for Certification over Validation Improve Company Image + Portfolio
Stand by your Commitment to Sustainability
Post Completion Analysis