<Upper-Intermediate> Lesson No.14
Construction Method Change Discussion with Overseas Partner / 海外パートナーとの施工方法変更協議
0.Greetings & Ice-break (2min.)|挨拶と導入
0-1 Greetings
Let’s practice a short small talk that you can use to greet a business partner and start building a good relationship.
講師との挨拶を兼ねて、ビジネスパートナーと信頼関係を築くための短いスモールトークを練習してみましょう。
[Tips / 会話のヒント]
・Can you hear me clearly?
私の声はクリアに聞こえますか?
・How's your day going so far?
今日はどんな一日でしたか?
・Talk about one small topic (Work, Weather, News, Hometown, Sports event, etc.)
軽い話題について話しましょう(仕事、天気、ニュース、地元、スポーツイベントなど)
0-2 Introduction
In today’s lesson, we’ll learn about the following situation. Have you ever experienced something similar?
本日のレッスンでは以下のようなシチュエーションについて学びます。同様のシチュエーションを経験したことがありますか?
- If you have experience, please tell us what it was like, what was difficult, or what you learned.
経験があれば、どんな内容だったか、難しかったことや学んだことなどを教えて下さい。
- If you don’t have experience, try to imagine yourself handling that situation in English.
What do you think would be challenging?
経験がなければ、英語でその状況に対応しているところを想像してみましょう。どんなことが難しそうですか?
Situation / シチュエーション
Evaluating construction method change proposals from overseas partners considering local climate conditions and work environment.
現地気候条件や作業環境を考慮した海外パートナーからの施工方法変更提案を評価する場面です。
1. Read (2 min)|型を学ぶ
Let's read the following key sentences aloud!
下記の文章や単語を順番に音読しましょう!
1-1 Basic phrases
1.Let me start by asking about...(...についてまず尋ねさせてください)
2.Could you elaborate on how...(...についてどのように...か詳しく説明していただけますか)
3.I need to assess the safety implications...(安全性への影響を評価する必要があります)
4.Does the precast method impose any additional risks...(プレキャスト方式は追加のリスクを課しますか)
5.Let me calculate the cost impact...(コストへの影響を計算させてください)
6.I need to consult with our structural engineering team...(構造エンジニアリング・チームと相談する必要があります)
7.I will coordinate with our legal and procurement teams...(法務チームと調達チームと調整します)
1-2 Essential words
1.submit(提出する)
2.elaborate(詳しく説明する)
3.assess(評価する)
4.impose(課す)
5.eliminate(排除する)
6.calculate(計算する)
7.consult(相談する)
8.validate(検証する)
9.coordinate(調整する)
10.enhance(向上させる)
2. Try (3 min)|ロールプレイ練習
Let’s practice the role-play.
ロールプレイの練習をしましょう!
Situation / シチュエーション(Reference again)
Evaluating construction method change proposals from overseas partners considering local climate conditions and work environment.
現地気候条件や作業環境を考慮した海外パートナーからの施工方法変更提案を評価する場面です。
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Thank you for meeting today. We submitted a proposal to modify the construction method based on local climate conditions and work environment. Could you review the technical validity, safety impact, and cost implications in detail?
(本日はお時間をいただきありがとうございます。現地の気候条件と作業環境に基づいて施工方法の変更提案を提出しました。技術的妥当性、安全性への影響、コストへの影響について詳細にご確認いただけますか?)
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
Thank you for the proposal. Let me start by asking about the technical advantages of your modified method. Could you elaborate on how it addresses the local climate challenges compared to the original plan?
(ご提案ありがとうございます。まず、変更された施工方法の技術的優位性についてお聞きします。元の計画と比較して、現地の気候上の課題にどのように対応しているか詳しく説明していただけますか?)
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Our modified method utilizes precast concrete panels instead of on-site casting. This approach reduces exposure to heavy rainfall and high humidity, which frequently disturb the curing process here. We have demonstrated this method successfully in 8 similar projects across Southeast Asia.
(変更後の方法では、現場打設ではなくプレキャスト・コンクリート・パネルを利用します。このアプローチにより、ここで硬化プロセスを頻繁に妨げる豪雨と高湿度への露出を減らします。東南アジア全域で8件の類似プロジェクトでこの方法を成功裏に実証しました。)
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
I appreciate the track record. However, I need to assess the safety implications carefully. Does the precast method impose any additional risks during transportation or installation? Also, how does it affect worker safety compared to conventional casting?
(実績は評価します。しかし、安全性への影響を慎重に評価する必要があります。プレキャスト方式は輸送や設置中に追加のリスクを課しますか?また、従来の打設と比較して作業員の安全にどう影響しますか?)
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Transportation requires careful handling, but we assign certified crane operators and conduct double-check inspections before lifting. Installation safety is actually enhanced because workers spend less time at height. We eliminate the risk of workers being stuck in scaffolding during sudden storms.
(輸送には慎重な取り扱いが必要ですが、認定クレーン・オペレーターを配置し、吊り上げ前に二重確認検査を実施します。作業員が高所で過ごす時間が短くなるため、設置の安全性は実際に向上します。突然の嵐の際に作業員が足場に取り残されるリスクを排除します。)
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
That makes sense from a safety perspective. Now, let me calculate the cost impact. Your proposal mentions a 12 percent increase in material costs but a 15 percent reduction in labor hours. Could you break down how this affects the total project budget of 2 million USD?
(安全面では理にかなっています。では、コストへの影響を計算させてください。ご提案では材料費が12パーセント増加するが労働時間が15パーセント削減されるとあります。これが総プロジェクト予算200万米ドルにどう影響するか内訳を説明していただけますか?)
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Material costs increase by 240 thousand USD, but labor savings amount to 270 thousand USD. Additionally, we reduce the construction period by 3 weeks, which lowers site overhead by 50 thousand USD. The net effect is a cost reduction of 80 thousand USD.
(材料費は24万米ドル増加しますが、人件費の節約は27万米ドルになります。さらに、工期を3週間短縮することで、現場経費が5万米ドル削減されます。正味の効果は8万米ドルのコスト削減です。)
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
I appreciate the detailed breakdown. Based on your explanation, the modified method appears technically sound and cost-effective. However, I need to consult with our structural engineering team to validate the design modifications. Can you provide the technical drawings and calculation reports by next Monday?
(詳細な内訳をありがとうございます。ご説明に基づくと、変更された方法は技術的に健全でコスト効率が良いようです。ただし、設計変更を検証するために構造エンジニアリング・チームと相談する必要があります。来週月曜日までに技術図面と計算報告書を提供していただけますか?)
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Absolutely. We will submit all technical documentation including structural calculations, material certificates, and installation procedures by Monday morning. We are committed to cooperating fully with your engineering team to ensure a smooth validation process.
(もちろんです。構造計算、材料証明書、設置手順を含むすべての技術文書を月曜日の朝までに提出します。検証プロセスが円滑に進むよう、貴社のエンジニアリング・チームと全面的に協力することをお約束します。)
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
Thank you for your commitment. Once we validate the technical aspects, we can proceed with the contract modification. I will coordinate with our legal and procurement teams to accelerate the approval process. Let me confirm the next steps with you after our internal review.
(お約束いただきありがとうございます。技術面を検証したら、契約変更を進めることができます。承認プロセスを加速するため、法務チームと調達チームと調整します。社内レビュー後に次のステップを確認させてください。)
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Perfect. We look forward to your feedback. Thank you for considering our proposal carefully. We are confident this modification will enhance both project quality and timeline.
(完璧です。フィードバックを楽しみにしています。ご提案を慎重にご検討いただきありがとうございます。この変更がプロジェクトの品質とスケジュールの両方を向上させると確信しています。)
3. Use (4 min)|ロールプレイ & 実践(空欄補完)
Let's perform the role-play and fill in the blanks by translating the Japanese into English!
空欄の日本語を英語に訳しながら、ロールプレイを実践してみましょう!
Situation / シチュエーション(Reference again)
Evaluating construction method change proposals from overseas partners considering local climate conditions and work environment.
現地気候条件や作業環境を考慮した海外パートナーからの施工方法変更提案を評価する場面です。
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Thank you for meeting today. We submitted a proposal to modify the construction method based on local climate conditions and work environment. Could you review the technical validity, safety impact, and cost implications in detail?
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
Thank you for the proposal. Let me start by asking about the technical advantages of your modified method. Could you [詳しく説明する] on how it addresses the local climate challenges compared to the original plan?
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Our modified method utilizes precast concrete panels instead of on-site casting. This approach reduces exposure to heavy rainfall and high humidity, which frequently disturb the curing process here. We have demonstrated this method successfully in 8 similar projects across Southeast Asia.
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
I appreciate the track record. However, I need to [評価する] the safety implications carefully. Does the precast method [課す] any additional risks during transportation or installation? Also, how does it affect worker safety compared to conventional casting?
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Transportation requires careful handling, but we assign certified crane operators and conduct double-check inspections before lifting. Installation safety is actually enhanced because workers spend less time at height. We eliminate the risk of workers being stuck in scaffolding during sudden storms.
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
That makes sense from a safety perspective. Now, let me [計算する] the cost impact. Your proposal mentions a 12 percent increase in material costs but a 15 percent reduction in labor hours. Could you break down how this affects the total project budget of 2 million USD?
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Material costs increase by 240 thousand USD, but labor savings amount to 270 thousand USD. Additionally, we reduce the construction period by 3 weeks, which lowers site overhead by 50 thousand USD. The net effect is a cost reduction of 80 thousand USD.
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
I appreciate the detailed breakdown. Based on your explanation, the modified method appears technically sound and cost-effective. However, I need to [相談する] with our structural engineering team to [検証する] the design modifications. Can you provide the technical drawings and calculation reports by next Monday?
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Absolutely. We will submit all technical documentation including structural calculations, material certificates, and installation procedures by Monday morning. We are committed to cooperating fully with your engineering team to ensure a smooth validation process.
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
Thank you for your commitment. Once we validate the technical aspects, we can proceed with the contract modification. I will [調整する] with our legal and procurement teams to accelerate the approval process. Let me confirm the next steps with you after our internal review.
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Perfect. We look forward to your feedback. Thank you for considering our proposal carefully. We are confident this modification will enhance both project quality and timeline.
4. Challenge (7 min)|応用実践
Let's perform the role-play and fill in the blanks by translating the Japanese into English!
空欄の日本語を英語に訳しながら、ロールプレイを実践してみましょう!
*Let's practice this part repeatedly until we can speak it smoothly.
このパートはスムーズにスピーキングできるようになるまで繰り返し練習しましょう。
Situation / シチュエーション(Reference again)
Evaluating construction method change proposals from overseas partners considering local climate conditions and work environment.
現地気候条件や作業環境を考慮した海外パートナーからの施工方法変更提案を評価する場面です。
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Thank you for meeting today. We submitted a proposal to modify the construction method based on local climate conditions and work environment. Could you review the technical validity, safety impact, and cost implications in detail?
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
Thank you for the proposal. [まず、変更された施工方法の技術的優位性についてお聞きします。] [元の計画と比較して、現地の気候上の課題にどのように対応しているか詳しく説明していただけますか?]
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Our modified method utilizes precast concrete panels instead of on-site casting. This approach reduces exposure to heavy rainfall and high humidity, which frequently disturb the curing process here. We have demonstrated this method successfully in 8 similar projects across Southeast Asia.
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
I appreciate the track record. However, [安全性への影響を慎重に評価する必要があります。] Does the precast method impose any additional risks during transportation or installation? Also, how does it affect worker safety compared to conventional casting?
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Transportation requires careful handling, but we assign certified crane operators and conduct double-check inspections before lifting. Installation safety is actually enhanced because workers spend less time at height. We eliminate the risk of workers being stuck in scaffolding during sudden storms.
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
That makes sense from a safety perspective. Now, [では、コストへの影響を計算させてください。] Your proposal mentions a 12 percent increase in material costs but a 15 percent reduction in labor hours. Could you break down how this affects the total project budget of 2 million USD?
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Material costs increase by 240 thousand USD, but labor savings amount to 270 thousand USD. Additionally, we reduce the construction period by 3 weeks, which lowers site overhead by 50 thousand USD. The net effect is a cost reduction of 80 thousand USD.
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
I appreciate the detailed breakdown. Based on your explanation, the modified method appears technically sound and cost-effective. However, I need to consult with our structural engineering team to validate the design modifications. Can you provide the technical drawings and calculation reports by next Monday?
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Absolutely. We will submit all technical documentation including structural calculations, material certificates, and installation procedures by Monday morning. We are committed to cooperating fully with your engineering team to ensure a smooth validation process.
🧑🎓【Student / Project Manager】:
Thank you for your commitment. Once we validate the technical aspects, we can proceed with the contract modification. I will coordinate with our legal and procurement teams to accelerate the approval process. Let me confirm the next steps with you after our internal review.
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
Perfect. We look forward to your feedback. Thank you for considering our proposal carefully. We are confident this modification will enhance both project quality and timeline.
\ If you have some extra capacity, give it a try(余力があればやってみましょう)/
5. Real-world application (5 min)|実務応用
Let's speak freely with the phrases and flow we learned today. If you can, imagine your real job—it makes practice more effective.
本日学習した単語やフレーズ、会話の流れを思い出しながら、自由に話してみましょう。可能であれば、自身の実務を想像しながら話すと効果的です。
Situation / シチュエーション
A partner company has proposed a construction method change based on local climate and work conditions.
The project manager must verify technical validity, safety, and cost impact to decide on the optimal method.
海外パートナー企業が現地の気候と作業条件に基づいて施工方法の変更を提案しました。
プロジェクトマネージャーは技術的妥当性、安全性、コストへの影響を検証し最適な方法を決定する必要があります。
👨💼【Teacher / Partner Construction Manager】:
We believe our modified construction approach offers significant advantages for this project. Could you share your initial assessment of our proposal?
(変更した施工アプローチはこのプロジェクトに大きな利点をもたらすと考えています。ご提案に対する初期評価を共有していただけますか?)
🧑🎓【Student / Your Role】:
(Free Speaking based on today's lesson)
Hints / ヒント
1. Explain the technical advantages
2. Describe the safety improvements
3. Calculate the total cost impact
4. Coordinate with internal teams
※This is not a role-play. Please speak until you finish your thoughts.
このパートはロールプレイ形式ではありません。最後まで通して話してみましょう。
6. Wrap-up (2 min) |レッスンの振り返り
Let's review today's lesson with your teacher!
今日のレッスンについて講師と振り返ってみましょう!
6-1 Comments from student
・Good points / 良かったところ・上手くできたところ
・Things to work on / 今後強化したいところ
6-2 Feedback from teacher
・Good points / 良かった点
・Things to work on / 今後の強化ポイント
・What to review / 復習ポイント
*6-3 Questions from student (if any)
Japanese translation(日本語訳)
1. Read (2min)(型を学ぶ)|基本フレーズ
2. Try (4min)(ロールプレイ練習)|型を使った練習
Let’s practice the role-play.
ロールプレイの練習をしましょう!
3. Use (7min)|応用
Let’s perform the role-play and filling in the missing English!
英語を補完しながら、ロールプレイを実践してみましょう!
4. Challenge (7min)|実践
Let’s perform the role-play and filling in the missing English!
英語を補完しながら、ロールプレイを実践してみましょう!
5. Wrap-up (3min) – レッスンの振り返り
"Let’s review today’s lesson with your teacher!”
「今日のレッスンについて講師と振り返ってみましょう!」
5-1. Comments from Student
- Good points / 良かったところ・上手くできたところ
- Things to work on / 今後強化したいところ
5-2. Feedback from Teacher
- Good points / 良かった点
- Things to work on / 今後の強化ポイント
- What to review / 復習ポイント
5-3. Question from Students (If any)
