Lean construction training for 30 firms in Singapore
The Singaporean government is partnering with the Boston Consulting Group to launch the LIFT initiative for 30 construction firms. The program aims to improve productivity and project delivery through lean construction methods and workforce training.
Why it matters
As urban development projects become more complex, improving efficiency in the construction sector is vital for meeting infrastructure demands and managing labor constraints.
Minister for National Development Chee Hong Tat speaking at the Singapore Contractors Association’s annual dinner at Sands Convention Centre on Oct 16.
Listen Summarise About 30 built environment firms will work with Boston Consulting Group under LIFT from November 2026 to improve lean construction, productivity and teamwork. Lean construction helps improve productivity and collaboration in projects, and Gammon Singapore used it to reduce weeks of delay and avoid costly rework. The Government is also easing approvals, expanding robotics and automation support, and investing in workers through grants, training and job redesign. AI generated
SINGAPORE – About 30 built environment firms are expected to work with global management consultancy Boston Consulting Group (BCG) over the next two years in an initiative to increase productivity and collaboration in projects .
Starting in November, the lean implementation and field transformation (LIFT) initiative will help participating firms redesign jobs and build capabilities.
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