Construction Project Scheduling and Control, 2nd Edition

by Saleh A. Mubarak

• ISBN13: 9780470919934
• ISBN10: 0470919930
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2010-06-01
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

An easy-to-follow guide to the theory and practice of project scheduling and controlNo matter how large or small the construction project, an efficient, well-thought-out schedule is crucial to achieving success. The schedule manages all aspects of a job, such as adjusting staff requirements at various stages, overseeing materials deliveries and equipment needs, organizing inspections, and estimating time needs for curing and settling-all of which requires a deep understanding on the part of the scheduler.Written by a career construction professional, Construction Project Scheduling and Control, Second Edition has been fully revised with up-to-date coverage detailing all the steps needed to devise a technologically advanced schedule geared toward streamlining the construction process. Solved and unsolved exercises reinforce learning, while an overview of industry standard computer software sets the tone for further study. Some of the features in this Second Edition include:Focus on precedence networks as a viable solution to scheduling, the main part of project controlThe concepts of Dynamic Minimal Lag, a new CPM technique developed by the authorA new chapter on schedule risk managementBy combining basic fundamentals with advanced techniques alongside the robust analysis of theory to enhance real-world applications, Construction Project Scheduling and Control is an ideal companion for students and professionals looking to formulate a schedule for a time-crunched industry in need of better ways to oversee projects.

Table of Contents

Preface

Preface to the First Edition

Introduction

Planning and Scheduling

Project Control

Why Schedule Projects?

The Scheduler

Scheduling and Project Management

Chapter 1 Exercises

Bar (Gantt) Charts

Definition and Introduction

Advantages of Bar Charts

Disadvantages of Bar Charts

Chapter 2 Exercises

Basic Networks

Definition and Introduction

Arrow Networks

Node Networks

Comparison of Arrow and Node Networks

Networks versus Bar Charts

Time-Scaled Logic Diagrams

Chapter 3 Exercises

The Critical Path Method (CPM)

Introduction

Steps Required to Schedule a Project

Supplemental Steps

Resource Allocation and Leveling

Beginning-of-Day or End-of-Day Convention

The CPM Explained through Examples

Logic and Constraints

Chapter 4 Exercises

Precedence Networks

Definition and Introduction

The Four Types of Relationships

The Percent Complete Approach

Fast-Track Projects

A Parallel Predecessor?

CPM Calculations for Precedence Diagrams

Final Discussion

Chapter 5 Exercises

Resource Allocation and Resource Leveling

Introduction

The Three Categories of Resources

What Is Resource Allocation?

Resource Leveling

Materials Management

Chapter 6 Exercises

Schedule Updating and Project Control

Introduction

The Need for Schedule Updating

Project Control Defined

Schedule Updating

Project Control

Chapter 7 Exercises

Schedule Compression and Time-Cost Trade-Off

Introduction

Setting Priorities

Accelerating a Project

Direct and Indirect Costs

Recovery Schedules

Accelerating Projects Using Computers

Potential Issues with Uncoordinated Project Acceleration

Optimum Project Scheduling

Chapter 8 Exercises

Reports and Presentations

Introduction

The Difference between Reports and Presentations

Skills Necessary for Giving Good Presentations

The Power of Presentation

Reviewing Reports before and after Printing

General Tips on Printing Reports

Summary Reports

Paper or Electronic Reports?

E-Reports

Communications in the International Environment

Chapter 9 Exercises

Scheduling as Part of the Project Management Effort

Introduction

Scheduling and Estimating

Estimating and Accounting

Scheduling and Accounting

Scheduling and Change Orders

Paperless Project Management

Procurement Management

Management of Submittals

The Master Schedule and Subschedules

Multiproject Management

Time Contingency and Management Options

Chapter 10 Exercises

Other Scheduling Methods

Introduction

Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT)

Graphical Evaluation and Review Technique (GERT)

Linear Scheduling Method (LSM)

Chapter 11 Exercises

Dynamic Minimum Lag Relationship

Introduction

Why DML?

Similarity of DML Concept with Linear Scheduling Method (LSM)

How Does the DML Work?

DML Relationship in the CPM calculations

Can the Lag in the DML Relationship Be a Percentage?

Conclusion

Chapter 12 Exercises

Construction Delay and Other Claims

Methods of Schedule Analysis

Chapter 13 Exercises

Schedule Risk Management

Introduction

Types of Risk in Construction Projects

Schedule Risk Types

Definition of Risk Terms

Importance of Good Planning for Risk Management

Importance of Good CPM Scheduling Practices for Risk Assessment

Risk Shifting in Contracts

Schedule Risk Management Steps

Expected Value

Application in Scheduling

Examples of Risk Adjustment

Conclusion

Chapter 14 Exercises

Computer Project

General Guidelines

Cost Loading

Updating the Project

Change Order

Resource Leveling

Schedule Compression

Schedule Compression 2

Unforeseen Conditions

Change in Owner's Requirements

Sample Reports

Tabular Reports

Graphic Reports

Abbreviations

Glossary

References

Bibliography

Index

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