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Calculating Activities Durations for the CPM Schedule
We start with an introduction to estimating or calculating the durations of the schedule’s activities. We discuss the work production rate and its relationship to both unit price and activity duration. We briefly cover factors that influence crew productivity such as weather, design complexity, and labor skill level. We give a few examples of adjusting productivity based on project conditions. We then show ..
Construction Lending and Real Credit Administration: Evaluating, Underwriting, and Monitoring Construction Loans
This webinar addresses how to mitigate the higher risk, and it offers advice and guidance on how to extend construction loans safely and profitably:Construction lending policy—defining a construction loan, outlining necessary information and documentation needed to evaluate construction loan, and monitoring loan performance.Appropriate underwriting and structuring—LTV, LTC, minimum equity, bonding, etc.Role..
The Competent Construction Project Manager
The webinar includes a brief on:Responsibilities of the construction PM: This includes all responsibilities the PM has to do directly or indirectly by delegation. Included are responsibilities towards own staff and field crews, subcontractors, main office management, client/owner, and other parties (architect/engineer, third-party project management consultant, vendors, relevant government organizations, an..
Choosing the Right Contract and Delivery Method
The webinar includes coverage of types of contracts and delivery methods, starting with definitions. We then discuss types of contracts with characteristics and pros and cons of each of them. We discuss under what circumstances each type of contract would be recommended. Later, we discuss delivery methods and what they mean to the owner. Although delivery methods are not a type of contracting method, they a..
Construction Project Management in Challenging Locations
This seminar goes over all thoughts that a contractor must contemplate before starting or even signing a contract for a construction project in a challenging location. Planning is the key, and it must start as early as possible. This seminar goes over many of these thoughts: what to expect and what to do about it. Most of these steps are proactive, suggesting solutions and alternatives. Tips cover issues su..
Adjusting Prices in Cost Estimates
This webinar discusses all factors a typical construction cost estimator must consider when preparing an estimate, approximate or detailed. It has two different tracks: approximate and detailed cost estimates, although many of the factors are the same in both cases. The seminar discusses adjusting unit prices based on an increase or decrease in production rate. It discusses the impact of fluctuation in prod..
Calculating Contractor Jobsite Overhead Delay Costs
Learn about the recoverability of extended field office overhead costs in the event a compensable delay arises on a project General Contractors and subcontractors will gain information on the various accepted methods of calculating this element of delay damagesOwners will be exposed to various methods of specifying this element of delay damages in contracts to avoid disputes later should a compensable delay..
Hazard Communication
It is necessary to ensure that the hazards of all chemicals produced or imported are transmitted to employers and employees. The transmittal of information is to be accomplished by means of comprehensive hazard communication programs, which are to include container labeling and other forms of warning, safety data sheets, and employee training. This occupational safety and health standard is intended to addr..
Impact Damages – Fact or Fiction?
In this session, industry veteran Jim Zack will discuss impact damages and what they may include. Attendees will gain a better understanding of impact damage and the issues surrounding this form of damage. This session will also explore 10 types of impact damage claims. For each of the 10 types of impact damage claims, Jim will identify and discuss one or more potential defenses owners may employ to analyze..
Introduction to Construction Cost Estimating
This is an introductory seminar on construction cost estimating. The knowledge and skills of the cost estimator can make the difference between winning and losing or between success and failure. This seminar takes a panoramic view of construction cost estimating from inception to final completion; explaining main concepts and giving valuable tips for cost estimators as well as the entire construction projec..
Lags, Leads, Constraints, and Calendars in CPM Networks
We start with an introduction to types of lags and leads in CPM (Critical Path Method) schedules and the impact of each type on activities and project dates. We go through tips to simplify and minimize the number of lags.Later we discuss types of constraints and calendars and their impact on activities dates and on the entire project.We conclude with general tips and recommendations.Areas Covered Introducti..
Linear Scheduling Method, LSM
Linear Scheduling Method, LSM, has been known for a long time with several variations and several names. It is basically a graphical scheduling method where the project can be displayed as a few simple lines, with slope reflecting production. Although it started in the manufacturing industry, many experts argue that it is a good and suitable method for certain types of construction projects, mainly “linear”..
Overview of Construction Claims and Disputes
This webinar discusses the 11 basic types of construction claims included in most standard contracts used throughout the U.S. – AIA, Consensus DOCS, EJCDC, etc. The webinar outlines the entitlement and causation elements of each type of claim that the claimant must demonstrate to justify their right to prevail. The webinar highlights the following construction claims – claims for directed changes; construct..
Pacing Delay – The Practical Impact on Project Management & Delay Claims
This webinar is focused on pacing delay, a controversial delay issue in the construction industry. Currently there is little literature on pacing delay and case law is a bit sparse. Thus, owners and contractors often find themselves at odds with one another over the practical effect of pacing delay in a delay claim situation. The webinar defines the term; identifies what constitutes pacing..
Project Scheduling for Beginners
Introduction to project scheduling in the construction industry: theory, concepts and definitions. The intro also includes the importance of project scheduling (why schedule projects), bar charts, and logic networks. The seminar covers the steps to create CPM (Critical Path Method) schedules: Breaking down the project into activities Estimating activities’ durations Defining logical relationships (interdepe..