Management of Construction Projects
Managing Construction Projects is based on personal observations of six construction projects, with the text following the work stages from commencement to completion of the projects. The content is based on the author’s observations of various aspects of each project.
The information collected was freely given by the project managers, site managers and surveying staff based on the projects.The head office and site organisation structure are outlined on each of the projects in relation to the main contractor. Relationships between the client’s and the contractor’s team were also considered.
Site planning and programming routines on the various contracts are outlined.
Extensive use was evident on all the projects that Asta Developments – Power
Project planning software was extensively used. All projects relied on laptop computers to provide access to company documentation and procedures. Observations of the methods of handling a wide range of components – including large storey height panels, precast coffered floor units and curtain wall panels are illustrated.
Site layout plans are also illustrated, together with examples of material storage proposals. Good and bad materials management practices on both the large and smaller projects are also discussed. A number of construction sequences are shown for the erection of a 15 storey steel frame, 10 storey pre-cast cross wall frame and related buildings. The importance of construction method statements is dealt with in relation to the concreting of a large in-situ concrete floor.
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