On behalf of the Lean Construction Ireland (LCi) Community of Practice Steering Group, we are delighted to invite you to the upcoming Lean Practitioners CoP Meeting, taking place in:

Silversprings Hotel Cork on 2^nd September 2025 – in association with SISK

Time: 2:00pm – 4:30pm

Format: In-person event

 Interactive workshop

 Light refreshments included

Event Focus – Understanding and Managing the Cost of Quality in Construction

In the construction industry, quality is essential, not only for delivering projects that meet client expectations, but also for maintaining efficiency, reducing waste, and building long-term trust.

The Cost of Quality (CoQ) is often hidden, yet it represents a major source of waste, inefficiency, and risk in construction. From rework and overprocessing to delays and customer dissatisfaction, quality issues silently erode project value and trust.

This session will go beyond theory to offer real-world strategies for:

• Understanding the scope of CoQ in construction
• Recognising where quality issues arise across the project lifecycle
• Identifying root causes of failure in design, delivery, and handover
• Sharing practical examples and lessons learned from across the industry

You will hear from respected voices in construction and quality management, including:

• Dr. Olivia McDermott, University of Galway
  “Quantifying the Cost of Quality in Construction” – uncovering hidden waste and enabling better decisions through awareness and data
• Brian Dillon, Head of Quality at SISK
  Case Study: From Compliance to Performance: Embedding Quality through Lean Collaboration and Continuous Improvement
• LCi Executive Update
  Insights on how LCi is supporting sector-wide quality improvement and Lean integration

These session is designed to foster collaborative learning, peer-to-peer exchange, and practical problem-solving within the LCi network.

In Partnership with SISK

We are proud to host the Cork session in partnership with SISK, one of Ireland’s leading construction and engineering companies with a reputation for delivering complex, landmark projects across a wide range of sectors.

Who Should Attend?

This event is exclusive to LCi members and is especially suited for:

• Quality and compliance professionals
• Lean champions and team members
• Project and site managers
• Design and planning leads
• Operations and commissioning roles
• Anyone with a role in delivering right-first-time outcomes

Whether you are based on-site or off-site, in design or delivery, this session is an ideal forum to deepen your Lean practice, learn from others, and contribute to building a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

• Places are limited to encourage engagement and ensure a high-quality experience
• Attendance is free for LCi members
• Please register early to secure your spot at your preferred location

Your participation strengthens our collective learning and supports a shared vision of delivering better outcomes for clients, teams, and the industry as a whole.