ENGG684 CaseStudy Project3
ENGG684 CaseStudy Project3
Consolidation
Background: The University prioritizes sustainability in new construction and renovations through
various LEED, Zero-carbon, and UofC specific design standards that aim to create a safe, inclusive, and
environmentally friendly campus. Given the University's significant population, it operates as a resource-
intensive institution that requires meticulous monitoring of various metrics, including heat, water, and
electricity, to maintain a comfortable environment. Recognizing the importance of water as a precious
resource, especially considering potential scarcity due to climate change, the University's ongoing
construction projects and building monitoring strive to achieve LEED credits for water reduction and
reuse, as mandated by the University of Calgary's design standards. By implementing measures such as
rainwater harvesting, water recycling, low-flow fixtures, and stormwater management, the University
has already made significant strides in reducing water consumption. Since 2008, water usage has been
reduced by 49% (as of 2021-2022), with further reduction goals in place.
Imagine that your newly created Consulting Firm was working on the now constructed MacKimmie
tower, and was tasked with writing a project execution plan for the water treatment and reuse plant in
the basement of the building. Think of what you would change, or if you would change anything from
the current system. For this purpose, your group is required to:
Description: The objective of this project is to advance the University's commitment to resource
conservation to meet its future water usage targets. As our climate evolves and finite resources become
increasingly scarce, it becomes necessary to establish facilities that not only minimize water
consumption but also repurpose these limited resources, extending their lifespan. When developing the
scope of the project, consider how it aligns with the Institutional Sustainability Strategy no. 3.
Framework on Sustainability in Administration and Operations. To write the “schedule of the project,
assume the time it takes to complete the engineering design is 6 months (not even close, but it is a class
project). For all other project knowledge areas (integration, cost, quality, resource, communications,
risk, procurement, and stakeholder) you need to perform some research online for the requirements to
perform to perform Zero-carbon standards or relevant LEED credits. The knowledge of project
management will come from the lectures.
Team Composition: Your group work is shared, of course, but not your project roles will help organize
the work. Let your project manager host the project meetings and monitor that your work meets
deadlines.