Many considerations need to be accounted for while setting the layout of the construction site, for example, considerations for site access, offices and accommodations, storage area, plants, temporary services, fencing, health, and safety. The objective of a site layout is ...
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Gantt Chart in Construction Management – Features and Advantages [PDF]
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Gantt chart provides a simple visualization of the project’s tasks associated with a construction project. It is one of the simplest tools used for construction project scheduling. Each job or activity is represented by a bar that defines the start, ...
Contractor Roles and Responsibilities in Construction

The responsibility of a contractor in construction is the execution of the work activities that are required for the completion of the project. The roles and responsibilities of contractors manifest themselves in various aspects of the project for instance project ...
Quality and Safety Concern in Building Constructions

Quality control and safety represent increasingly important concerns for project managers. This is because defects or failures in constructed facilities can result in the loss of very large costs. Even with minor defects, re-construction may be required and facility operations ...
What are Permanent and Temporary Works at Construction Sites?

Construction site works are generally classified into permanent site works and temporary site works. Permanent site works are required for the entire lifespan of the structure. For example, some retaining walls can be a permanent structure that is part of ...
What is Construction Management?

Construction management is the overall planning, coordination, and control of a construction process from the start to the end. The objectives of project management are to produce a project that meets client requirements on budget and schedule, and at acceptable ...
What are Causes of Schedule Delays in Construction Projects?

There are various factors that lead to schedule delay in construction project. Factors might be different from one project to another one. In this article, the most important and common causes of delays in schedule construction will be discussed. Causes ...
Site Factors Affecting Construction Cost of Heavy Civil Projects

There are several site factors that lead to increase construction of heavy civil projects. These factors are not the same from one project to another one. Site Factors Affecting Construction Cost of Heavy Civil Projects Site factors that increase the ...