Being efficient with your contractor time

Maximizing Uptime and Minimizing Risk with T&M Design

In the fast-paced world of industrial engineering and construction management, time isn’t just valuable—it’s money. Downtime during facility upgrades or installations can cost clients millions in lost production. Unfortunately, many projects only utilize 50–70% of available shutdown time effectively because of delays in setup, coordination issues, and on-site confusion.

At T&M Design, we believe efficiency is non-negotiable—and we’re committed to making every minute of your scheduled downtime count.

The Problem: Wasted Time Costs More Than Money

  • Inefficient Use of Downtime: When a significant portion of a scheduled shutdown is spent on setup or last-minute coordination, project timelines extend, risking production schedules and budget overruns.
  • Unexpected Change Orders: Poor planning can lead to scope changes and contractor change orders, which delay timelines further and create unexpected costs.
  • Contractor Confusion: Without clear communication and preparation, contractors may face safety hazards, workflow disruptions, or even errors in execution.

The bottom line? Every hour of inefficiency is an hour of lost productivity—and potential revenue.

The Solution: Proactive, Embedded Expertise

At T&M Design, we tackle these challenges head-on with a proactive, detail-driven approach:

  • Thorough Preparation for Contract Execution: We work closely with all stakeholders—including operations, safety, maintenance, quality, R&D, and more—to ensure everyone is aligned before the first tool is lifted.
  • Comprehensive Job Site Preparation: From securing space, tools, and materials to coordinating contractor schedules and staging equipment, we ensure every detail is handled before work begins.
  • Offline Readiness: Everything that can be prepared and assembled off-site is completed and staged for rapid installation, minimizing on-site disruption and maximizing actual work time.
  • Embedded Expertise: Our team members are embedded within client operations, meaning we know the key players, site-specific challenges, and regulatory requirements. This integration allows us to streamline communication, avoid costly delays, and deliver flawless execution—without requiring additional engineering support from the client’s side.

The T&M Design Difference: Results That Speak

With our approach, clients gain:

  • Maximized Uptime: Projects are completed on schedule, minimizing production interruptions.
  • Budget Control: Avoiding unnecessary change orders and ensuring accurate budget forecasting.
  • Safety and Quality Assurance: Proactive coordination reduces risk and enhances safety compliance.
  • Embedded Support: We integrate seamlessly into your team, delivering results aligned with your goals.

See the Results

When your process isn’t running for 24 hours, the cost can be staggering. By partnering with T&M Design, you protect that revenue and gain a trusted partner dedicated to making every second of downtime count.

Getting Started with the Right Industrial Engineering Firm

You don’t need to be an engineer to choose the right engineering firm—you just need to ask smart, revealing questions. The right answers will uncover a lot more than brochures ever will.

If you’re looking for a firm that can:

  • Manage the full project lifecycle
  • Understand your facility and industry
  • Offer flexibility and technical staffing
  • Support you long after the design is done

Let’s talk about your next project. Contact T&M Design today.