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Suspend Work – “Remain on Standby” – What Can A Contractor Recover?
When an owner issues a suspended work directive is the contractor entitled to recover delay and delay damages? This session examines what damages are typically owed when work is suspended and some limitations of suspension damages. Five court cases setting forth key requirements necessary to collect damages are discussed. Recommendations on what actions contractors should take when work is suspended are pro..
The Impact Of Rework On Construction Projects
Rework in the construction industry is frequent and well known. It is a drain on construction productivity, profitability, and the timeliness of project delivery for both contractors and owners. Additionally, the need for rework can have spinoff or downstream impacts for all project stakeholders. The causes of rework are, likewise, very well known - design and construction changes; errors and omissions; pro..
The Maze of Activities Percent Complete in Construction Schedules
This seminar discusses the different types of percent complete used in construction schedules: Individual activities, assemblies, and entire projects. However, the focus will be on the percent complete for individual activities as they form the basis for two important project information pieces: monthly progress payments and recalculated (updated) project finish date. The seminar defines each percent comple..