- Client: Tempur-Sealy
- Leadership: Lisa Novak and Christian Rergis
- Year: 2017
Overview
In 2017, PCS led the project management and direction for the relocation of six National Carwash Solutions facilities to new locations across the U.S. The project was a complex and large-scale undertaking that required meticulous planning, coordination, and execution to ensure minimal disruption to operations while relocating plant assets.
Challenges
- Managing the relocation of multiple facilities simultaneously across various U.S. locations.
- Ensuring the Operations team had the necessary resources and support to execute the relocation smoothly.
- Coordinating with contractors and managing schedules to meet project deadlines.
- Maintaining continuous plant operations while overseeing the relocation of valuable assets.
Our Solution
To overcome these challenges, our team took a hands-on leadership approach with the following actions:
1. Comprehensive Schedule Development:
- Developed detailed schedules for the relocation of each facility, ensuring each project phase was planned, resourced, and executed efficiently.
- Managed tight timelines while accounting for all operational requirements, including plant production continuity.
2. Stakeholder Coordination:
- Served as the primary company representative working closely with contractors to ensure alignment between external teams and National Carwash Solutions.
- Facilitated communication between internal teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure everyone was on the same page regarding expectations, timelines, and deliverables.
3. Execution Leadership:
- Led the execution of the project by providing direct leadership and support to plant operations teams.
- Ensured that all necessary resources were in place for a smooth transition and that the operational teams were fully supported during the relocation.
4. Asset Relocation Support:
- Coordinated the relocation of plant assets, ensuring that equipment, systems, and materials were moved safely and efficiently to their new locations.
- Worked to minimize downtime and ensure that each facility resumed operations as quickly as possible after the move.
Key Achievements
- Successfully managed the relocation of six facilities across the U.S., ensuring minimal impact on ongoing operations.
- Delivered comprehensive project schedules that balanced operational needs with relocation timelines.
- Provided effective leadership to the Operations team, ensuring they were supported throughout the process.
- Facilitated seamless coordination with contractors and vendors, ensuring timely and on-budget relocations.
Results
The successful relocation of six U.S. facilities was a testament to PCS’s project management expertise and ability to deliver complex, multi-faceted initiatives. The project was completed on schedule, with operations resuming quickly and efficiently at the new locations, supporting National Carwash Solutions’ continued growth and expansion.