Value engineering in construction projects is an organized approach to identify, analyze, and improve the project design in order to maximize value, reduce costs, and/or improve performance. It's a structured process that applies financial cost analysis and creative thinking techniques to the project design elements in order to achieve desired outcomes while meeting safety requirements. The goal of value engineering is to identify and implement innovative solutions that optimize the project design, reduce material costs, labor costs, and increase efficiency. This process involves analyzing the current design for opportunities to improve quality without increasing costs or sacrificing performance. It also requires an in-depth understanding of available materials and construction processes so that alternative methods can be explored.

Value engineering typically involves a team of professionals from various disciplines, including engineers, architects, and contractors. The team works together to identify and implement cost-saving improvements while ensuring quality standards are met. This process can result in significant savings for the project without sacrificing safety or performance.