CM 1011 ch 1,2,3,4,5,6,8,13

Once the estimate is complete the contractor

prepares and submits their bid and delivers it to the owner.

low-bid selection and IFB

price only

the bulk of a company's workload will be secured through a rigorous _______________

price-bidding competition

superintendent

primary person responsible for oversight of all construction operations

Lean Principles

principles that focus on creating more value for customers with less work and the elimination of waste

Project Delivery

process by which all the procedures and components of designing and building a facility are organized and put together in an agreement that results in a completed project.

purchasing of construction services and the steps the owner takes to obtain goods and services

procurement

The complexity of the project and project details impacts ___________

productivity.

architectural programming

provides the basis of the design, and the design directs the construction

require the selection of contractors to be on a basis of lowest bid

public contract laws

substantial completion

punch list complete, architect determines facility ok and officially ends project. payment due to contractor are released

-Based on qualifications only - not price -used for agency CM, CM-at-risk, and design-build in a few states

qualifications based selection (QBS)

quality dial

quality is monitored and controlled by a variety of means, such as specifications, punch lists, inspections, tests, and user surveys

project manuel

quality of work

You must do a quantity takeoff by

quantifying all of your materials, labor, and general conditions before you can price the work.

During detailed estimates ______________________ are calculated for every aspect of the project.

quantities and costs

drawing

quantity of work

By reviewing the plans and specs an opportunity is provided of the estimator to uncover details that

require clarification about the project that are not addressed in the contract documents.

sustainable construction (green)

seeks to reduce the negative impacts of construction on humans and the environment

Scope of Work

sets parameters of the project, and identifies what work needs to get done

base insulators

shock absorbers made of layers of rubber and steel attached to a buildings foundation to allow movement of the structure

narrowing the list of offers through the selection of the most qualified proposers based on qualifications

shortlisting

There is always a time period between project bids and when the construction _________

starts

Construction estimates are mostly made up of

subcontractor and vendor bids.

The General Requirements Subgroup

subgroup that addresses issues associated with carrying out the requirements of the contract and job specific overhead items

The Facility Construction Subgroup

subgroup that deals with all the standard architectural divisions of work

first-level players

subs, material suppliers, and vendors

budget and time

superintendent must be concerned with....

organizing the job-site and managing construction on a daily basis

superintendent must be responsible for...

a leader and knowledgable about construction

superintendent must be....

jobsite management

superintendent responsibility and ability to organize and run the job-site (in almost EVERY aspect)

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)

tests building environmental life cycle

At-risk CM

the CM acts as a consultant to the owner in the development and design phases but is the equivalent of a GC during construction

Under a GMP contract any realized savings will go to the owner when _________________________________________________.

the actual cost is less than the GMP.

The estimate is a summary based on

the best info available, of probable quantities and costs of materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors.

At-risk CM

the cm acts as a consultant to the owner of the development but as equivalent of the GC during the construction phase

Construction contracts are scarce in very tight markets making

the cost of construction very competitive which will be reflected in condition.

-most important tool to convey the work -graphical set of directives prepared by the architects and engineers

the drawings (blueprints)

to start with a really well-defined project scope

the key to delivering a successful project is?

site layout

the lay out of major site features such as break areas, crane locations etc...

Design-Bid-Build

the owner is responsible for paying for errors in design in the ____________ method

construction management

the planning, scheduling, evaluation, and controlling of construction activities to accomplish a specific objective outlined in a contract

-time -cost -quality/ three-legged stool + safety

the primary objective of the CM function is to control?

project delivery

the process by which a building, facility, or structure is designed and constructed

due diligence

the process of identifying any problems or areas of concern that exist and addressing them during the pre construction phase

The estimator is often

the representative sent to place the bid because they are most familiar with the project.

site layout plan

the superintendent must formulate and diagram a ____________ ___________ ____________ and staying strategy that will provide the highest productivity and efficiency of movement

legal agreement

there is no __________ between the designer and contractor in the Design-Bid-Build method

prebid meeting

this meeting occurs at the project site and provides an opportunity for the bidding contractors to get their questions answered

time dial

time is monitored and controlled by a detailed schedule, breaking each item of work down into its component part

time dial

time is monitored and controlled by a detailed schedule, breaking each item of work down into its component parts

The primary objective of the CM function is to control

time, cost, and quality/ three-legged stool + safety

ultimate goal of project

to keep project on schedule, within budget, and of high quality

function dial

to meet all functional requirements of the end-user group that will satisfy their short- and long-term needs

fast tracking

to speed up the time of the job by overlapping the design phase and the construction phase

The key to delivering a successful project is

to start with a really well-defined project scope.

During the Renaissance architects first began

to use drawings to communicate their design intent.

true

true or false, the code of hammurabi was the first building code

weighted criteria

used for scoring technical proposals in the BFS where point are warranted on qualitative and price components

distributed repository approach

utilized by most subcontractors. this process links the model to a collection of separate databases with independent programs

No one should estimate a job without

visiting the job site. There are site conditions that just cannot be understood by merely looking at the plans and specs.

curtain wall

wall entirely supported by the frame of the buying rather than being self-supporting or load bearing (commercial)

When you have a difficult owner/architect you will need to

watch things more carefully with project.

Engineering News Record

weekly magazine dedicated solely to the construction industry

-architect -engineer -construction

what 3 skills did the master builder have

advancement in computer tech

what advancement did the age of technology bring

the middle ages

what age did the roman catholic church revitalized construction

-Design-Bid-Build -Construction Management -Design-Build

what are the 3 types of project delivery

-cost -time -quality -safety -scope -function

what are the 6 factors to ensure a successful project?

-decision making -problem solving

what are the most important skills needed to succeed in CM?

-project closeout, -owner move in, -warranty period, -project evaluation

what does the post construction stage include?

roman

what empire created the first roads and advancements in glass

egypt and the pyramids

what era was the concept of the master builder invented

Marketing effort has increased in construction

what is the effect of the bidding process becoming more competitive and profit margins are getting thinner

-design-build -at-risk CM

what methods are considered integrated project delivery models?

-owner -designer -contractor

what players are ALWAYS involved no matter the project delivery method chosen?

industrial revolution

what revolution made building science as a discipline

-agency CM - at-risk CM

what two options are available under the CM project delivery method?

-hydrated lime -pozzolan ash

what was the first concrete made of

-mud -wood -stone

what were the 3 most common materials in ancient times

-1800s -steel replace iron framing

when was the age of the skyscrapper

full-service design-build firm

where the design and construction professionals work in the same firm

field personnel

who is usually underutilized during value engineering?

precursor to modern day architect

who was leone battista alberti

-oil prices, -global warming -water scarcity -overall health

why go green

notice to proceed

will be issued by the owner providing the go-ahead for construction

steps once material order is placed

will-call and delivery confirmation, receipt and direction of material, inspection of material, acceptance (signing off) or refusal of material

The primary organizational tool utilized by the construction estimator is the

work breakdown structure (WBS).

Productivity is the amount of

work that that can be placed to installed in a specified unit of time.

You build an estimate almost in the same order that

you build the actual facility.

Detailed estimates are developed when

you have the plans and specifications.

How is scope determined?

- Architectural Program - who is responsible for what?

How is Quality Determined?

- Contract Specs. - Punch Lists - Inspections

How is time limit determined?

- Schedule - detail each step in the acquisition, fabrication, construction, and closeout process - contract

additional requirements of low bid selection:

- bid bonds - non-collusion affidavits - certificates of insurance - subs list (if any is missing the bid may be deemed non-responsive)

Public Private Partnerships

- creates a building for public use - 2 parties share in resources, risks, and rewards - increase control and quality

How is the cost determined?

- estimate or budget - contract

Construction management functions

- estimating the project -administering the contract -managing the job site -planning and scheduling the project -monitoring project performance -managing project quality -managing project safety -assessing project risks

Benefits to marketing efforts

- value engineering - construct-ability review - budgeting and scheduling during design

Design-Bid-Build

-A traditional method construction where the owner holds two separate contracts for design and construction -owner first hires architect to design then selects the general contractor once the plans are complete

What are the fundamental objectives of the construction estimate?

-accuracy -completeness

Commercial Building

-addresses the needs of commerce, trade, and government like: banks, schools, theaters, religious facilities -funded by private or public or combined

Bidding Documents

-advertisement or invitation to bid -instruction to bidders -bid forms -the agreement form

What to options are available under the CM project delivery method?

-agency CM - at-risk CM (CM/GC)

What is a Construction Contract?

-an agreement between the owner and contractor and is enforceable by law.

Advertisement or Invitation to Bid

-appears at the beginning of the project manual -acts as a notice to interested parties

Lowest responsive bid

-bid that will be awarded the job -meets all the requirements

the project manual includes

-bidding documents -general conditions -supplemental conditions -technical specifications

Superintendent

-coordinates all of the on site construction activities on site. -He/she is the daily point contact for the owner and other reps.

Most important skills needed to succeed in CM

-decision making -problem solving

What methods are considered integrated project delivery models?

-design-build -at-risk CM

contract documents

-final detailed drawings known working drawings and the project specifications are known as the CD's -they are the plans that the builder will actually use for construction

Pre-Construction Stage

-first -Assign project team, due diligence, value engineering, permitting

post construction stage

-fourth -project close out, owners move-in, warranty, project evaluation

Preliminary estimates

-if you have drawings with overall dimensions you can move on to this type of estimate -higher level of accuracy

characteristics of a good estimator

-is creative, yet practical -is detailed oriented and thorough -has good visualization skills

Heavy Civil Construction

-known as horizontal construction -includes roadways, bridges, tunnels -funded by public

Residential Building

-multi-family dwellings: apartments, townhouses -funded by private groups -tools: hammers, nails, drills

soil testing and engineering

-one of the most reliable practices utilized to eliminate surprises associated with subsurface conditions -should be provided by owner, reviewed by architect for design, and used by the contractor to price and conduct work

What players are ALWAYS involved no matter the project delivery method chosen?

-owner -designer -contractor

bidding stage

-plans and specifications are produced for builders -this stage is coordinated by the architect to assist the owner

project closeout

-project punch out, -substantial completion, -final inspection, -certificate of occupancy, -commissioning, -final documentation, -final completion

Conceptual estimates

-rough estimates and are often called ballpark estimates. -use this estimate when you are in the idea or concept stage of a project

Procurement stage

-second -Project but-out, subcontracts, purchase orders

mobilization

-setting up and getting ready for construction, laying out site to be safe and efficient environment -activities that should be done during this are: secure the site, develop a materials and handling plan, arrange for trash and debris removal, etc.

construction stage

-stage when the work is ready to start -superintendent calls for a pre-construction meeting with subcontractors and material vendors -meeting sets ground rules for working together

pre-construction stage

-stage where the project manager is captain of the construction team -one of the hardest stages

bid forms

-the actual forms that need to be filled out when submitting the bid -includes: bid price, completion date, subcontractors, etc.

The quality of the project is defined by

-the standards set forth in the specifications. -and is established by the owner

Construction stage

-third -Mobilization, staging, layout, operations

3 types of Project Delivery

1. Design-Bid-Build 2. CM 3. Design-Build

Two major components of contract documents

1. Drawings (Plans)- discuss the quantity of the work 2. Project Manual (specs)- discuss the quality of the work

contractors who compete for public projects must have three bonds:

1. bid bond 2. performance bond 3. labor and material payment bond

Organization of the drawings

1. civil drawings 2. architectural drawings 3. structural drawings 4. mechanical drawings 5. electrical drawings

6 factors to control in order to ensure a successful project

1. cost 2. Time 3. Quality 4. Safety 5. Scope 6. Function

4 basic contact types:

1. lump sum 2. cost-plus-fee 3. guaranteed max price 4. unit-price contracts

4 basic types of drawings

1. plans 2. elevations 3. sections 4. details

decisions to bid

1. who is the owner 2. who is the architect 3. location of project 4. present workload 5. technical aspects of job 6. is it a high-profile project? 7. type of project 8. size of project

When doing a construction estimate, you are concerned with three things:

1.how many(quantities) 2.how much(pricing) 3.how long(productivity)

What are four obvious direct costs associated with any project?

1.materials 2.labor 3.equipment 4.subcontractors

There are fours steps to ensure the pricing from subcontractors and vendors are complete and thorough

1.solicit the bids 2.receive the bids 3.analyze the bids 4.choose the bids

1995 edition of MasterFormat has ___ editions.

16

-construction boom -standards and specs established -ASC founded

20th century

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

3D modeling technology

You work from the ground up by using the

48 divisions of the 2004 CSI MasterFormat outline.

2004 MasterFormat has ___ divisions which are grouped together into __ groups

49 5

-residential -commercial -heavy civil -industrial -enviromental

5 main CM sectors

brownfield sites

A property that is abandoned or underused because of historic environmental contamination.

program

A written statement of the owner's conditions and requirements for the project.

Associated Builders & Contractors

ABC

Associated General Contractors

AGC

The American Institute of Constructor

AIC

a change or addition to the contract documents issued after the documents have been released but before the bids are due

Addendum

compete to get the opportunity to build the project

Before you can manage a project you must first

_______ _________ waited by a pay phone to alter the bid at the last moment.

Bid Runner

issued by a surety company and act like a form of credit, use their financial resources to back obligations of the contractor

Bonds

joint venture

CM and design firm form a legal entity where both are financially at risk for delivering the project

The Construction Management Association of America

CMAA

-all work in construction is organized and managed under this -used to organize estimates and track project costs

CSI Master Format

Project Manager

Captain of the team, usually with extensive experience in construction and management

requests made by the owner to add or subtract features to the scope of the project resulting in changes to the contract

Change order

Private projects bidding requirements:

Closed bidding (invitation to bid) (owner can limit # of contractors)

CAD

Computer Aided Design

CSI

Construction Specification Institute

self-performed work

Construction work that is performed with the general contractor's own forces or labor. This is work that is not subcontracted.

The plans and specs are often referred to as the _______ _________.

Contract Documents

also referred to as a time & materials contract, the owner reimburses the contractor for the labor and material costs of the project plus a fixed fee or percentage of the cost.

Cost-Plus-Fee contract (used when scope is hard to define)(significant risks to the owner while it guarantees the contractor a profit)

-provides general info about the project -sometimes includes a perspective drawing

Cover Sheet (owner noted, geo location, sheet index, etc.)

The owner is responsible for paying for errors in design in the _________________ method.

Design-Bid-Build

Traditional method of construction where the owner holds two separate contracts for design and construction- owner first hires arch. to design and then selects GC once plans are complete

Design-Bid-Build

CM and designer join forces and one of the two will enter into a contract with the owner to provide both services and the second partner is considered a subcontractor but has no direct contract with the owner

Designer and contractor partnership

___________________ estimates are the most reliable estimates if the contractor is being asked to give a firm bid on a project.

Detailed

-depict portions of a building "blown up" in scale to help explain finer elements of design -drawn large

Details

-depict what the building would look like when standing from the outside looking at the building -are named after the direction of the exterior wall

Elevations

CM-At-Risk

GC provides both pre-construction and construction services

CM-At-Risk (max price delivery)

GC provides both pre-construction and construction services.

The _________ __________ are one of the most important documents associated with the construction contract.

General Conditions

This subgroup contains just Division 1

General Requirements Subgroup

-Variation of cost-plus-fee contract, and is popular is design-build delivery, Owner pays cost-plus-fee up to the GMP -owner is obligated to pay only actual costs plus a fee

Guaranteed Maximum Price Contract

see where laydown areas and deliveries would work best, info can be loaded directly into equipment

How can BIM help w/ layout and fieldwork?

helps to isolate, analyze, and optimize any area of the project, cuts down schedule, raise quality and lower cost

How can BIM help with prefabrication?

it holds vital info about every component of the model (model linked to a database), good for visuals/presentations

How is BIM different from CAD 3D models?

notification to selected contractors that furnish info on submission of bids on private projects

Invitation for Bids

-Most common method of bidding for contractors to get their work -the plans and specs are classified as being 100 percent complete

Low Bid Selection

National Association of Home Builders

NAHB

safety

Nothing is more important than_________

Must be used when public funds are being used. There must be public advertisement in newspapers and trade journals and allow any qualified contractor to bid

Open Bid

horizontal "cut" through building or bird's eye view

Plans

_______________ estimates should never be used to commit to a contract price because too many factors can influence the reliability of the numbers.

Preliminary

weeds out the contractors that are not qualified to bid on the project

Prequalification

includes retail outlets, private offices, private schools, apartment complexes

Private Projects

Process by which all procedures and components of designing and building are organized and put together in an agreement to get a completed project

Project Delivery

A public agency and a private sector entity work together to deliver a gvt. project- used in water developments, transportation, urban development

Public Private Partnerships (PPP)

project type that includes schools, highways, gov builidngs

Public Project

used in best value selection where the owner writes up a document requesting pricing and a technical solution for design/construction services

Request for Proposals

used by qualifications-based selections is used by owner prior to an RFP to solicit designer/contractor qualifications

Request for Qualifications

architectural programming

Research and decision making process that identifies the scope of work for a design project.

Nothing is more important than ____________?

Safety

Sets parameters of the project, and identifies what work needs to get done

Scope of Work (defined in Plans and Specs)

-provide a deeper understanding of the design at certain key spots of the building -vertical cut

Sections

generally deal with conditions that are project specific

Supplemental Conditions

make up the bulk of the project manual and describe the detail that can not be conveyed by the graphics alone

Technical Specifications

cofferdams

Temporary watertight enclosures erected to prevent water from seeping into an area (commercial)

-Requires that qualifications based selection be used to purchase architecture and engineering services -price negotiations not a consideration in the selection process

The Brooks Act (1972)

Project Manager, contract administrator, estimator

The office support division is made up of who?

Project manager, general superintendent, assistant superintendent, field engineer

The on-site division is made up of who?

Construction Management

The planning, scheduling, evaluation, and controlling of construction tasks and activities to accomplish specific objectives outlined in the contract documents.

-Second part of the contract documents: referred to as the specs -is the written part

The project manual

On-site and Office support

The project team is split into which two divisions?

specifications

The written instructions from an architect or engineer accompanying the project plans pertaining to the quality of materials and workmanship required for the project.

What is one of the factors that estimators must be aware of when putting together the numbers for a project?

Timing

Used when work to be performed cannot be accurately measured ahead of time, common on heavy civil jobs. applied unit price to each bid item.

Unit-Price Contract

greek

________ influence started to organize skilled stonemasons

What is the advantage of using CAD?

a 100 sheet set of drawings weighing 40 lbs can fit on a small CD-ROM and be carried in someones pocket

site-location

a location that is energy efficient, close to cities , public transportation, housing

Designer and contractor partnership

a partnership where the CM and designer join forces and one of the two will enter into a contract with the owner to provide both services and the second partner is considered a subcontractor but has no direct contract with the owner

value engineering

a process in which various alternative approaches are evaluated regarding design, product selection, or building systems in an effort to provide the most efficient, cost-effective solution possible relative to value in response to the desires of the owner

commisioning

a process of testing and checking all equipment and systems at the end of a project

construct-ability reviews

a review process where experienced personnel ensures the details of the design can be build efficiently and cost effective in manner

project punch out

activity guided by project punch list, completion of list results in release of final payment

Direct costs are those items that

actually go into building the facility.

a public notice that provides info regarding bidding procedures for public projects

advertisement for bids

procurement stage

aka "buying out" the job or purchasing labor, materials, equipment and subcontracts. accomplished by subcontracts and purchase orders

value engineering

alternative approaches are evaluated regarding design to bring the the cost effective and efficient solution equal to the value desired by the owner

An estimate is

an educated guess.

An estimator will need _____________________

an overall understanding of the difficulty of the construction project when making judgement calls that will effect the accuracy of the estimate

How do construction projects start?

an owner has a need for new, improved, or expanded facilities to serve their purpose

project plans

are the graphic instructions in the project manual

laydown areas

areas sometimes required for large orders of materials to be sorted and identified easily

Costs

as an estimator your primary concern is where the ______ will come from and their reliability

Contract administrator

assists the project manager and Superintendent with the details of the contract

infrastructure

basic roadways, bridges, and railroad networks that support society

the earlier the CM is involved in the design/construction process the greater the ______________________ to the project.

benefit

proposals contain price and qualitative components and the award is based on a combination of those components

best value selection

Pre-bid meetings are common for the owner and/or designer to have prior to

biddings

conveying systems

building element that includes equipment like elevators, escalators, moving walkers, materials handling systems

fire protection

building element that includes equipment like sprinkler, standpipe and hose systems, fire protection specialities

basement construction

building element that includes work like basement excavation, walls and waterproofing

site work

building element that includes work like clearing, grading, utilities, layout, landscaping, irrigation, paving, and exterior concrete

foundations

building element that includes work like excavation, foundations and slabs on grade

superstructure

building element that includes work like floor construction and roof construction

benefits of BIM

building project in virtual world, allows contractor to work out glitches behind a computer vs in the field, allows contractor to link schedule and estimates

You need to calculate "how many" before you can

calculate "how much".

safety dial

care must always be taken to ensure that the building process and the building itself do not create unacceptable hazards to workers or users

two basic approaches to implement BIM

central repository approach and distributed repository approach

Before you can manage a project you must first

compete to get the opportunity to build the project.

slip forms

concrete forms that rise up the wall as construction progresses (commercial)

CCO

conditional certificate of occupancy

a review process where experienced personnel ensures the details of the design can be built efficiently and cost-effective in manner

construct-ability reviews

-estimating the project -administering the contract -managing the job site -planning and scheduling the project -monitoring project performance -managing project quality -managing project safety -assessing project risks

construction management functions

More than half of all design projects are led by

contractors

Multiple prime

contracts that are directly with several specialty contractors that allow the CM firm to manage each of them and the owner to bypass GCs

third-level players

courts and attorneys, local govt, state govt, fed govt, education and training, bankers

engineer

deal with the systems

scope of work

defines in blueprints or plans the overall extent of work to be included in a construction contract such as the building layout, site work, types of material, special equipment, storage requirements, etc.

scope of work

defines in blueprints or plans the overall extent of work to be included in a construction contract such as the building layout, site work, types of materials, special equipment, storage requirements, etc.

Project location impacts the ease of procurement and

delivery of materials, labor, and equipment, and therefore it affects overall pricing of a project.

integrated project delivery

delivery when the contractor is brought on board during the design phase

contractibility reviews

design review that ensures that the details of the design actually can be built in an efficient and cost effective manner

architects

design the overall aesthetic and functional look of buildings

one contract exists between the owner and design-build entity and that entity is responsible for both the design and construction (single-source project delivery)

design-build

design development

detail of the work design occurs here. selection of material, equipment and systems to go into building

project punch list

detailed list that ensures quality of all work items, complied from lists by the owner, architect and contractor

schedule

details of each step in the acquisition, fabrication, construction, and closeout process

project meetings

discuss construction progress and concerns, everything must be documented

Programming and feasibility

done prior to design and engages the owner to clarify needs

civil drawings

drawing that describes the items of work associated with the site like grading, demolition, excavation

architectural drawings

drawing that describes the overall aesthetics

mechanical drawings

drawing that splits between the plumbing and the heating, ventilation, air conditioning

structural drawings

drawings identify the major components making up the structural frame of the building, such as columns, beams, and girders

field engineer

entry level position that is the first step in moving through ranks of project management. Handles paperwork such as RFIs, submittals and shop drawings

Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

establishes the basic building blocks of both the estimate and the schedule

prices, availability

estimator must be careful to anticipate fluctuations in __________ and _________ of labor during different stretches of time

Indirect costs are the

expenses incurred in order to manage and deliver the materials, labor, equipment, and subcontracts employed in any given job.

Agency CM

fee based service, CM is responsible exclusively to the owner and acts on their best interest, but is not financially responsible

schematic design

first step of creative process consisting of sketches that identify preliminary design characteristics

the design and construction professionals work in the same firm

full-service design-build firm

Complex projects are difficult because the require

greater skills and/or more time.

not always cost effective

green construction is

The estimate must be low enough to get the bid, but

high enough to make a profit off of.

an owner has a need for new, improved, or expanded facilities to serve their purpose

how do construction projects start?

-by schedule -by contract

how is a time limit determined?

-using estimates and budgets -creating a contract

how is cost determined?

-contract specs -punch lists -inspections

how is quality determined?

low-bid selection

if the criteria is price only then the selection method is _____________ and the solicitation instrument is invitation for bids (IFB)

life cycle costs, spend less money in the long run

impacts of green construction

design stage

includes programming and feasibility, schematic design, design development, and contract documents

The larger the project is the more opportunity there is to

increase efficiencies around any particular activity.

second-level players

insurance companies, utility companies, bonding companies

the contractor is brought on board during the design phase

integrated project delivery

Economy of scale

is a proportionate saving in costs gained by an increased level of production.

housing prices

is an economic indicator of construction in the US economy

scope dial

is monitored and controlled to identify the space needs and track compliance of the building design with those needs, this should match the end user's needs of the facility design over the life of the building with no gaps in between

scope dial

is monitored and controlled to identify the space needs and track compliance of the building design with those needs, this should match the end users needs of the facility design over the life of the building with no gaps in between

The purpose of the WBS

is to organize and identify the work of the project by breaking each division of work into separate work packages.

certificate of occupancy

issued by building official, signifies and life safety reqs are met so owner can move in, CC) issued allowing limited occupancy

cost dial

it is essential to predict and control what the construction project will cost. Costs are established, targeted, and controlled by the means of an estimate or budget

cost dial

it is essential to predict and control what the construction project will cost. Costs are established, targeted, and controlled by the means of an estimate or budget.

The larger the project the more

it is going to cost.

CM and design firm form a legal entity where both are financially at risk for delivering the project

joint venture

post construction stage

just as important as stages leading up to this, must execute responsibilities with same energy as beginning of job for positive impression on owner

Management factors include such things as

knowing how difficult a certain owner or architect may be.

Location impacts the availability and cost of __________

labor.

There is no _____________ between the designer and contractor in the Design-Bid-Build method.

legal agreement

solar orientation

location of a building and the amount of sunlight entering the building, can drive up AC prices

site investigation

looking for hidden geological problems, hazardous material, or historical remnants that may delay or alter the job

Most common type of contract, the contractor agrees to complete the work specified in the plans and specs for a fixed price

lump-sum

Goal of the design team

make the building compliant with various statutory regulations. project success relies on compliance with regulations

to be the winner of the "game" you must have

met the owner's expectations for: 1. price 2. schedule 3. quality 4. performance

contractors

more than half of all design projects are led by ___________

BIM (building information model)

multi dimensional model of the traditional two-dimensional plans and specs

correspondence

must be filed and recorded through out the duration of the project. includes submittals, payment requests, punch lists, change orders, trasmittals, RFIs, letters, emails, faxes

indoor quality

natural ventilation, natural light, use of non-toxic materials

management concerns created by the construction itself

noise control, dust and mud control, environmental protections, cleanup and trash removal

central repository approach

often considered impractical. it merges all info from estimating and scheduling into one database

design-build

one contract exists between the owner and design-build entity and that entity is responsible for both the design and construction (single-source project delivery)

two types of warranties

one deals with workmanship and installations, other deals with products, materials and equipment

keeping subcontractors in schedule

open and honest communication, weekly subcontractor meetings

Value engineering

optimize resources by reviewing designs, products, materials, installation methods, applications and execution to get best value for owner

final documentation

package of documents to be submitted to the owner including: warranties, operation manuals, inspection and testing reports

technical proposal

part of the design-build proposal that contains the design for the project and will also include information regarding scheduling, team makeup, and the overall management plan

price proposal

part of the design-build proposal that provides the price the design-builder will provide the design/construction services

2D drawings that represent a 3D object and displays the width, height, and length of the structure

perspective drawing

Low bidding the _________________ are a part of the contract

plans and specs