Target Value Design Training – Achieve Cost-Effective Project Delivery

Target Value Design (TVD) is a Lean construction methodology focused on achieving the best project outcomes by aligning cost,

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Description

Target Value Design (TVD) Training introduces a powerful Lean construction method that helps teams deliver high-quality projects while staying within budget. Unlike traditional approaches—where cost becomes a constraint only after design—TVD starts with the target cost and works backward. This proactive approach ensures value, collaboration, and efficiency from day one.

In this training, you’ll learn how TVD shifts the project mindset from reacting to costs to designing with cost in mind. Instead of compromising later, teams make smarter decisions earlier. As a result, project teams save time, reduce waste, and deliver better outcomes.

You’ll explore how to:

Set realistic target costs in collaboration with key stakeholders
Align all team members—owners, designers, and contractors—around common project values
Use value-based thinking to make cost-effective decisions without reducing quality
Combine cost modeling, constructability input, and scheduling in the design phase
Create feedback loops for continuous improvement and accountability

Through case studies, hands-on activities, and simple frameworks, the course helps you apply TVD to real-world projects. Whether you’re working in healthcare, education, infrastructure, or commercial construction, this training equips you with a repeatable process to improve performance across the project lifecycle.

TVD is not just about cost control—it’s about creating better buildings with fewer surprises. It fosters a culture where teams work together, identify challenges early, and design with purpose.

To dive deeper into the principles behind TVD, visit the Lean Construction Institute or read more about TVD from the University of Minnesota.

Ready to take control of your project outcomes? Enroll in our Target Value Design Training and start delivering value with every decision—right from the start.

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By the end of this training, participants will:

Understand the principles of Target Value Design (TVD) and how it integrates with Lean construction

Learn to define target values for cost, quality, and schedule from the start of the project

Master collaborative planning and the use of cross-functional teams in TVD processes

Learn how to incorporate continuous feedback and improve project performance based on TVD metrics

Drive cost optimization and quality control throughout the design and construction phases

Ensure alignment with client goals by focusing on value rather than just cost reduction

Construction project managers and engineers looking to enhance value delivery and reduce cost overruns

Design teams and architects focused on creating cost-effective, high-quality solutions

Lean construction professionals aiming to integrate TVD principles in their projects

Owners and stakeholders interested in improving project outcomes and aligning design with budget

Project controllers and estimators seeking to enhance project cost management

Achieve cost-effective project delivery with Target Value Design! Enroll now to learn how to implement Lean principles and optimize your project outcomes.