the management of the people and material were given less interest. This paper would look at the evolution of project management as a discipline in the construction industry‚ the functions and values would also be evaluated. 2.0 Evolution of Project Management Discipline in the Construction Industry Project management has been in the construction industry since man started erecting buildings; little attention was given to the management of people and activities within the project. The main aim
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se of 3 - D Modeling – 3 - D modeling software can be used to more accurately model and detail construction projects. A 3 - D model defines and communicates the architect’s design vision to the various stakeholders and is a unique digital document that can be used for all phases of design‚ procurement‚ construction‚ and operation. A major benefit of using 3 - D digital representations of projects is the ability to communicate graphical project information to all. A 3 - D model
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Identifying Key Risks in Construction Projects: Life Cycle and Stakeholder Perspectives Dr Patrick. X.W. Zou1 ‚ Dr Guomin Zhang2 and Professor Jia-Yuan Wang3 1 and 2: Faculty of Built Environment‚ University of New South Wales‚ Sydney 2052‚ Australia; 3: College of Architecture and Civil Engineering‚ Shenzhen University‚ Shenzhen‚ P.R. China E-mail addresses: 1 p.zou@unsw.edu.au‚ 2 guominz@fbe.unsw.edu.au‚ 3 wangjy@szu.edu.cn Abstract Managing risks in construction projects has been recognised
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Currie Road Construction Ltd (A) Executive Summary Martin Cook‚ President of Currie Road Construction Ltd has to decide on expansion plan immediately due to anticipated stimulus spending in both Texas and BC‚ Canada. The company has market share of 2.7% in BC‚ Canada. Competition in BC is stiff and it is impossible to increase market share. On the other hand‚ competition is less in Houston‚ Texas and Currie Road Construction has higher probability of securing sizeable
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CIPAA The Proposed Enactment of CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY PAYMENT AND ADJUDICATION ACT (CIPAA) CIPAA Background The Government has long realized problems facing parties to construction contracts in securing regular and timely payment that impacts cash flow during project implementation. In ensuring the smooth implementation of construction projects‚ problems of this nature must be addressed especially at the onset of the 10th Malaysia Plan. On 15th July 2009‚ Cabinet has agreed that CIPAA
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17) Section 10 18) Section 11 Abstract Green building construction refers to a structure and using process that is environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout a building’s life-cycle: from job siting to design‚ construction‚ operation‚ maintenance‚ renovation‚ and demolition. This method of construction is a growing concept utilized by entire construction industry. Sustainable or “green building” design and construction is the opportunity to use our resources more efficiently
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Written Assignment Discuss the problems caused by poorly trained workers and evaluate different ways to provide effective training in the construction industry in China Nowadays‚ construction industry in China is experiencing a fast development and an abundance of skilled workers are needed to meet such development need. However‚ the situation in China is unsatisfactory. Because of the huge number of the workers involved and mobility of the workforce‚ it is difficult to ensure the professional
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Nature of Construction Contracts Introduction For this assignment the writer is going to discuss the nature and types of construction contracts and will explain the legal responsibilities of the various parties involved in the design and the construction process. Using different types of sources an explanation to the basic principles of contract law and how they apply. From doing this there will then be an explanation to what extent standard forms of contract are special types of contract. Contract
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Brandon Leung CAE 460 – KL February 2‚ 2015 Assignment #1 2.1: What are the three major types of construction bonds? Why are they required? Name three items that affect bonding capacity. Three major types of construction bonds are: Performance Bonds‚ Payment Bonds‚ and Securing Bonds. They are required because a bond allows one party (Obligee) to protect itself against default in a relationship with a second party (Principal). A third party (Surety) provides this protection. Three items that
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7.5 Building regulations 7.6 Sampling and testing 7.7 Health and Safety 7.8 Achieved at this stage 8.0 Technical design 8.1 Overview of stage 8.2 Implications on design 9.0 Production phase 9.1 Overview of stage 9.2 Design implications 10 Other construction projects 2 1.0 Introduction The aim of this report is to explain to the client how the design process for the proposed project is likely to progress. This report will explain the roles and responsibilities of those involved in the design
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