...def•i•ni•tion {n} AN INCLUSIVE DEFINITION OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT CIOB’S PROFESSIONALISM: def•i•ni•tion {n} A STATEMENT THAT EXPLAINS THE MEANING OF A WORD OR PHRASE A DESCRIPTION OF THE FEATURES AND LIMITS OF SOMETHING CIOB’s PROFEssIONALIsM: an inclusiVe definition of construction management thE CONstRuCtION VALuE stREAM CONstRuCtION MANAGEMENt Is: thE CIOB’s FOOtPRINt OuR VALuE sYstEM John Bale worked in the construction industry before embarking on an academic career which included roles in the UK and elsewhere. He held an industry-sponsored professorship of Construction Management for many years, and is now an emeritus professor of Leeds Metropolitan University. He has also served as an elected city councillor. He was President of CIOB in 2000-01, and is a member of the Board of Trustees. He describes his work on the definition of Construction Management as ‘the culmination of a long-term obsession.’ Copyright © e Chartered Institute of Building, 2010. All rights reserved. Without limiting the rights under copyright reserved above, no part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in or introduced into a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means (electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise), without the prior written permission from the Chartered Institute of Building. def•i•ni•tion {n} Designed by pslondon. www.pslondon.co.uk a statement that explains the meaning of a word or phrase a description...
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...CE 1502 February 16, 2011 Construction Management vs. Program Management Construction management and Program Management are very similar services in the construction industry, but do differentiate in several aspects of the project(s) responsibilities. Construction Management (CM) is the practice of professional management applied to the planning, design, and construction of projects from inception to completion for the purpose of controlling time, scope, cost, and quality (CMAA 1). Basically Construction Management is a team of professionals working together to make some owner’s ideal becomes a reality. Construction Managers are hired to efficiently organizes and manage a specific project from the start to finish, making sure all the owner’s expectations are met. CM started to flourish as a profession as construction projects became more complex and called for more advanced managerial skills. All the different variations of Construction Management practices are placed into two categories, either agency or at risk. On the agency side CM is not in charge of the actual design of the project nor do they construct the project. The owner is directly involved with the contracts for construction, design phase, equipment etc… When CM’s enter into a at risk contract they are directly involved in all aspects of the traditional building process and take on a lot more responsibilities including legal obligations. Normally with the at risk approach CM’s will have to come up with...
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...Project management competence in public sector infrastructure organisations PANTALEO MUTAJWAA DANIEL RWELAMILA* Graduate School of Business Leadership, University of South Africa, PO Box 392, UNISA 0003, South Africa Received 3 June 2006; accepted 2 November 2006 Public sector organisations responsible for infrastructure development in most non-industrialised countries, which include infrastructure departments/ministries, parastatal organisations and other statutory organisations qualify as project-oriented organisations (POO). There are strong indications to suggest that these organisations’ project management (PM) competencies leave a lot to be desired. At face value they purport to be fully fledged project-oriented organisations and performing as competent PM organisations, while in reality they are predominantly dependent on accidental project managers. This paper reports on a study that was carried out in one of the large infrastructure departments in South Africa. The focus is on one of the premiere programmes managed by the department. The management of the programme is scrutinised in order to establish the department/ministry’s PM competence. An evaluation of the performance of the programme was carried out in relation to the ministry’s mandate in order to assess its PM competence. It is found that the programme in its current form could be described as a ‘white elephant’ and a programme that does not have an appropriate organisation structure, nor appropriate...
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...apply for a Civil Engineering Degree after 10+2 is driven by my aspirations as I am very interested in construction field since my school time as I used to go with my father at the construction sites and my father encouraged me a lot to choose this field. It was a day of achievement for me as I accomplished the call of the almighty to become a Civil Engineer like my father. I have completed my Bachelors of Technology degree from Lovely Professional University, a premier institution in north India with a good percentage of above 70%. Now I have taken admission in Construction Project Management in Conestoga College and this field interests me because of its huge demand in construction industries. It was during my academics where I learned a variety of interesting subjects through which I got to know the concept of comprehensive technical techniques involved in construction and civil engineering field. The hunger for knowledge led me to constantly strive hard in order to graduate with a first class at first attempt. As my interest was more in technical terms involved in management of construction projects, as compared to other subjects, so in third last year of my Civil Engineering Degree, I joined special elective course of project management. I also took three months Field training during my study. During the training, I got influenced by the positive decisions of the construction manager that should be taken during the civil engineering projects which has remarkable impact on the...
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... | | Objective |Seeking a Construction Management position with a company that has goals for expansion and growth. | | Core Competencies & Traits |Client Relations ▪ Team Building ▪ Leadership ▪ Quality Assurance ▪ Safety & Health Detail Oriented ▪ Adaptable ▪ | | |Flexibility ▪ Self Starter ▪ Problem Solving Skills Communication Skills ▪ Contractor Management ▪ Commercial | | |Awareness Construction Knowledge ▪ Scheduling ▪ Coordination ▪ Progress Tracking ▪ Planning Technical Skills ▪ | | |Documentation ▪ Daily Reporting ▪ Dependable ▪ Positive Attitude Confidence ▪ Due Diligence ▪ Lessons Learned | ___________________________________________________________ |Experience |Mr. Braden has over 20 years of Industrial and Commercial Construction experience as, Project Construction Manager,| | |Superintendent & Quality Manager. Responsible for providing leadership and overseeing the entire Construction | | |project and phase of Site Development, including all civil construction functions. Experienced in all disciplines | | |of construction (civil, structural, architectural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing), including but not limited| | ...
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...2011 HANDBOOK For project and construction management – Fundamental concepts “Project coordination” From tender to 5 years inspection - Construction Management - final version Københavns Erhvervsakademi and VIA University College, Horsens August 2010 00. Introduction 00 Introduction This handbook is primarily intended for the use by students in their final semester of the constructing architect education - specializing in construction management. Construction management aims at a future career as a construction or project manager working for a contractor. The handbook will also be useful as a guide for small and medium sized contractors. The handbook is a joint venture between lecturers in construction management at VIA University College in Horsens (Vibeke Kragh, Benny Olsen, and Henrik Kopp) and KEA - Københavns Erhvervsakademi (Eva Weincke, Kaj Torben Hansen, Benny Lennart Bay, Anders Christensen and Lone Lykke Larsen). Consequently, the handbook will contain requirements for documentation and other examples that are not necessarily relevant to contractors, but are deemed relevant for students. The handbook is based on practical examples from a fictive contractor. In this context, relevant aspects from ‘real-life’ contractors will be included. The booklet is based on project coordination showing the progress in the construction process. The sections follow project phases from tender to handing over - in a main contractor contract. As turnkey...
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...1. Brief Back Ground The presented project is one of my construction works experience. I have worked at this construction site around 2 years. The caption subject is one of my major works in this site. All information, works details, works program and risk assessment are all related to this construction works. It really shows the skill of project management. I would believe, this is project is a good practice of project management. 2. Introduction This project presents a proposal of pipe piling construction works at EEP (Emergency egress point) in one of the MTR domestic project. This project covers the methodology of pipe piling, project cost estimate, works program, risk assessment, environmental mitigation measure and stake holder management. 3. Background The EEP shaft is located at the Kowloon Way East, To Kwa Wan, Ma Tau Wai Road.. It is constructed as a reinforced concrete structure rectangular in shape on plan at size 7m (L) by 6m (W) located underneath the East Kowloon Way (EKW) Corridor at the junction of Ma Tau Wai Road and Chi Kiang Street. Traditional cut-and-cover method will be adopted and constructed to connect the EEP permanent structure to Entrance D and two access adits will be excavated to connect the EEP permanent structure with the tunnels. Temporary circular-formed temporary working shaft with an internal diameter of 10.4m will be excavated for the construction of the EEP permanent structure. The final shaft formation level is approximately...
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...Construction Waste Management: An effective plan for recycling 11/11/2012 Abstract: The construction of both single and multiple family home in the United States on average generates more than two tons of waste. Studies have shown that more than 90% of the waste generated is recyclable. In recent years federal green building programs have been established to award points and give tax credits for those who recycle construction debris. With the current state of today’s housing market, builders can improve their profit margin by reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills. Unfortunately, many builders are puzzled at how to take advantage recycling. In this paper I will focus on cost effective and environmentally friendly methods to dispose of construction waste for those in the home building industry. The program will outline how those in the home building industry implement techniques for managing construction waste on their projects. Introduction When speaking of sustainability those in the construction industry should understand and acknowledge that a critical part includes effective waste management. Napier (2012) suggests the following: “Responsible management of waste is an essential aspect of sustainable building. In this context, managing waste means eliminating waste where possible; minimizing waste where feasible; and reusing materials that might otherwise become waste. Solid waste management practices have identified the reduction, recycling...
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...IMPROVING QUALITY IN THE MANAGEMENT OF PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS Portfolio presented on 29th October 2004 in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (DBA) JOHN PANIL MIEM, PEng (Msia) Bsc. (Hons) Civil Eng. MBA (Tech. Mgmt.) International Graduate School of Management Division of Business and Enterprise University of South Australia DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PORTFOLIO/DISSERTATION SUBMISSION SUPERVISOR APPROVAL DECLARATION Candidate Name: John Panil UniSA Candidate ID Number: 00112656C Dear Sir To the best of my knowledge, the portfolio contains all of the candidate's own work completed under my supervision, and is worthy of examination. I have approved for submission the portfolio that is being submitted for examination. 5.001) Signature: Supervi or Professor Si Heng Loke Date Signa re: Supervisor Dr Karlos Knapp Date Supported by: j (\Professor David Richards Chair, IGSM Doctoral Board of Examiners a% Date DECLARATION I hereby declare that this portfolio does not incorporate without acknowledgment any materials previously submitted for a degree or diploma in any university and that to the best of my knowledge, it also does not contain any materials previously published or written by another person, except where due reference is made in the text. Si Date: John anil Can date, Doctor of Business Administration II ACKNOWLEDGMENT ...
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...Introduction “Construction Project Management is the overall planning, coordination, and control of a project from start to finish in order to deliver a function or a product that meets the client requirement within the allocated budget” (International Construction Project Management, 2003). In today’s world, construction management is becoming more complex and bigger in size (Favie & Maas, 2008). The emerging complexity in the construction industry has led to the need of an effective project control methods to deliver project on time and within budget specially that the construction industry is known as a highly dynamic industry were each project is unique and has its own characteristic. Nevertheless, the construction industry is known as...
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...It would be a lie if I tell doing masters in your university is my childhood dream, well it is now. It is not some online website ranking made me realize it, but the alumni, your university website, achivements, educational fairs, eminent faculties with diverse research background, infrastructure and above all the course structure that made me realize it. These are the major reasons to choose your university as my top choice for masters in construction management. To make myself more eligible to apply for your prestigious university I wanted to practice for a year before applying. I worked for Airport authority of India as a trainee in Chennai airport extension project, which is my first large scale government project. I had this amazing opportunity to work in a big team with professionals from other countries. It helped me nurture my knowledge and communication skills. Currently I am working in Passargad design services, the firm I worked as trainee in the second half of my...
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...ahmadu bello university zaria department of building faculty of environmental design | BLDG715:Information technology in construction | Assignment | | ONU MARGARET ENE MSC/ENV-DESIGN/1927/2011-2012 | 4/23/2012 | LECTURER: ENGR. A.D ABDULAZEEZ ABDULLAHI BELLO | Question 1: What are the challenges construction Organizations face in using traditional form of records management? Question 2: What if any software do construction organizations use in processing and managing project records Introduction No government body or business could survive without making records of its activities. No office could operate successfully if it had to rely on memory alone to keep track of every transaction. Without records, all organised administration would quickly come to a halt. Records, and more specifically the information they contain, are one of the vital resources that an organisation needs to conduct its operations effectively. No organisation could continue without funding, personnel and material supplies. Similarly, it could not operate if it did not keep accurate and accessible...
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...internet connectivity – helping Zoomlion’s customers to resolve problems fast, avoid delays and keep business moving. Through organic growth and strategic corporate acquisitions, Zoomlion has maintained a compound annual growth rate of 65 percent for 20 years. Today, the company is dramatically accelerating its business expansion, and has merged with nine separate enterprises in the last four years. Overview Challenge China-based construction equipment manufacturer Zoomlion wanted to keep driving rapid growth – but expansion made it difficult to ensure highly efficient management and customer-centric marketing and service. Solution Zoomlion standardized its business processes with SAP ERP and CRM solutions, and created a centralized information platform, complete with mobile solutions for staff on the move. Key benefits The company is able to monitor and manage performance through end-to-end business process optimization, and can implement customer-centric marketing and after-sales service operation systems. Maintain leadership in construction machinery Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Changsha, China, Zoomlion is a leading manufacturer of engineering machinery and equipment. With...
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...Construction Management and Economics (May 2004) 22, 347–356 The development of the construction legal system in China LAM YOW THIM and CHEN ZONGGUI School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Received 2 December 2002; accepted 29 May 2003 China has been developing at an amazing speed since it carried out reform and open-door policy in 1978. Construction industry is playing a leading role in the rapid Chinese economic development. At the same time, China has also worked hard to encourage overseas investors to expand their investment in the construction industry. With its development over the years, China has established a legal system for governing construction activities. To participate in such a major market in the world, it is important to understand the legal system governing it and the impact of China’s joining the World Trade Organization. The Chinese construction laws and practice are still very different from the international norm. If foreign participants are to make a success out of doing business in China, they must understand the Chinese way of life. Particularly, they must prepare to adapt to an environment where new rules are created as circumstances and situations change. Keywords: Construction laws, legal system, construction industry, China, foreign investment, foreign designers and contractors, World Trade Organization (WTO) Introduction China has been developing at an amazing speed since it carried out...
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...Turner Construction Company: Project Management Control Systems 1. What is Turner’s business strategy? Their greatest competitive advantage is providing accurate information to the owners, creating a partnership. Turner’s business strategy is to build on this partnership to ensure repeat business. They keep the customer informed on every milestone in the project and use the IOR to communicate financial updates and construction progress. They have proven time and time again that their expert management knowledge and delivery saves the developer time and money in the end. 2. What contingencies could invalidate the strategy? This strategy is compromised with how and when Turner decides to release capital. If Turner decides to release the contingency funds, they may never see them again. There is no guarantee those dollars will be committed back to the project. If Turner releases the savings to please the owner and an unforeseen problem arises; the construction company will have to use money from their earnings to cover any potential issues. This will damage the company’s profits and is in clear violation of their strategy. If Turner decides to hold onto the savings it runs the risk of upsetting the owner. This is in violation of their strategy to create a partnership with the owner. 3. Does the IOR system force managers to address contingencies? The report generates a “best-effort” prediction of the total expected cost and earning contributions of a completed project...
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