Construction Project Scheduling and Control

3rd Auflage
ISBN: 978-1-118-84600-1
Verlag: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Buch, Englisch, 528 Seiten, Format (B × H): 202 mm x 241 mm, Gewicht: 1065 g

Bad scheduling can doom a construction project from the start

Construction Project Scheduling and Control provides a comprehensive examination of the analytical methods used to devise a reasonable, efficient, and successful schedule for construction projects of all sizes. This updated third edition contains new information on building image modeling (BIM) and its relationship to project scheduling and control, as well as thorough coverage of the latest developments in the field. Written by a career construction professional, this informative text introduces students to new concepts in CPM scheduling, including the author's own Dynamic Minimum Lag technique. The expanded glossary and acronym list facilitate complete understanding, and the numerous solved and unsolved problems help students test their knowledge and apply critical thinking to issues in construction scheduling. A complete instructor's manual provides solutions to all problems in the book, test questions for each chapter, and additional exam questions for more comprehensive testing.

The entire success of a construction process hinges on an efficient, well-thought out schedule, which is strictly defined while allowing for inevitable delays and changes. This book helps students learn the processes, tools, and techniques used to make projects run smoothly, with expert guidance toward the realities of this complex function.
* Discover realistic scheduling solutions and cutting edge methods
* Learn the duties, responsibilities, and techniques of project control
* Get up to date on the latest in sustainability, BIM, and lean construction
* Explore the software tools that help coordinate scheduling

Scheduling encompasses everything from staff requirements and equipment needs to materials delivery and inspections, requiring a deep understanding of the process. For the student interested in construction management, Construction Project Scheduling and Control is an informative text on the field's current best practices.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Mubarak, Saleh A.

Fachgebiete

• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftssektoren & Branchen Bauindustrie, Baugewerbe
• Technische Wissenschaften Bauingenieurwesen Baugewerbe, Bauplanung, Baubetrieb

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preface xiii
Preface to the First Edition xv
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
Planning and Scheduling 2
Project Control 6
Why Schedule Projects? 6
The Scheduler 9
Scheduling and Project Management 10
Chapter 1 Exercises 10
Chapter 2 Bar (Gantt) Charts 13
Definition and Introduction 14
Advantages of Bar Charts 17
Disadvantages of Bar Charts 17
Chapter 2 Exercises 18
Chapter 3 Basic Networks 21
Definition and Introduction 22
Arrow Networks 22
Node Networks 29
Lags and Leads
Recommendations for Proper Node Diagram Drawing
Comparison of Arrow and Node Networks 35
Networks versus Bar Charts 36
Time-Scaled Logic Diagrams 37
Chapter 3 Exercises 38
Chapter 4 The Critical Path Method (CPM) 43
Introduction 44
Steps Required to Schedule a Project 45
Supplemental Steps 50
Resource Allocation and Leveling 52
Beginning-of-Day or End-of-Day Convention 54
The CPM Explained through Examples 54
Definition
Free Float
Lags and Leads into CPM Networks
Float Discussion
Project Schedule "Health Check"
Logic and Constraints 75
Chapter 4 Exercises 76
Chapter 5 Precedence Networks 83
Definition and Introduction 84
The Four Types of Relationships 87
The Percent Complete Approach 88
Fast-Track Projects 89
A Parallel Predecessor? 90
CPM Calculations for Precedence Diagrams 91
The Simplistic Approach
Alternative Approaches
The Detailed Approach
Final Discussion 106
Chapter 5 Exercises 107
Chapter 6 Resource Allocation and Resource Leveling 111
Introduction 112
The Three Categories of Resources 112
What Is Resource Allocation? 113
Resource Leveling 113
Multi-project Resource Leveling
Assigning Budgets in Computer Scheduling Programs
Leveling Resource in a Project Through Examples
Resource Leveling from the General Contractor's Perspective
Workspace as a Resource
Materials Management 133
Chapter 6 Exercises 135
Chapter 7 Schedule Updating and Project Control 139
Introduction 140
The Need for Schedule Updating 140
Project Control Defined 140
Schedule Updating 141
Steps for Updating a Schedule
Project Control 165
Measuring Work Progress
Earned Value Analysis
Chapter 7 Exercises 184
Chapter 8 Schedule Compression and Time-Cost
Trade-Off 189
Introduction 190
Setting Priorities 191
Accelerating a Project 191
How Does Accelerating a Project Work?
Direct and Indirect Costs 199
Recovery Schedules 205
Accelerating Projects Using Computers 211
Potential Issues with Uncoordinated
Project Acceleration 212
Optimum Project Scheduling 212
Chapter 8 Exercises 217
Chapter 9 Reports and Presentations 221
Introduction 222
The Difference between Reports and Presentations 226
Skills Necessary for Giving Good Presentations 228
The Power of Presentation 229
Reviewing Reports before and after Printing 231
General Tips on Printing Reports 231
Summary Reports 232
Paper or Electronic Reports? 233
E-Reports 235
Communications in the International Environment 236
Chapter 9 Exercises 237
Chapter 10 Scheduling as Part of the Project Management Effort 241
Introduction 242
Scheduling and Estimating 242
Estimating and Accounting 249
Scheduling and Accounting 250
Scheduling and Change Orders 251
Paperless Project Management 251
Procurement Management 252
Management of Submittals 253
The Master Schedule and Subschedules 255
Multiproject Management 256
Time Contingency and Management Options 257
Chapter 10 Exercises 260
Chapter 11 Other Scheduling Methods 263
Introduction 264
Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT) 264
Graphical Evaluation and Review Technique (GERT) 280
Linear Scheduling Method (LSM) 281
Chapter 11 Exercises 295
Chapter 12 Dynamic Minimum Lag Relationship 299
Introduction 300
Why DML? 300
Similarity of DML Concept with Linear Scheduling
Method (LSM) 301
How Does the DML Work? 302
DML Relationship in the CPM calculations 303
Can the Lag in the DML Relationship Be a Percentage? 304
Conclusion 310
Chapter 12 Exercises 311
Chapter 13 Construction Delay and Other Claims 313
Introduction on delay claims
Reasons for claims
Types of delays
Scheduling mistakes related to delay claims
Project documentation
Delay claims resolution
The importance of CPM schedules in delay claims
Methods of Schedule Analysis
Case studies in delay claims analysis and resolution
Delay and Float
Chapter 13 Exercises 334
Chapter 14 Schedule Risk Management 337
Introduction 338
Types of Risk in Construction Projects 339
Schedule Risk Types 341
Definition of Risk Terms 344
Importance of Good Planning for Risk Management 346
Importance of Good CPM Scheduling Practices for Risk Assessment 346
Risk Shifting in Contracts 348
Schedule Risk Management Steps 350
Expected Value 355
Application in Scheduling 357
Examples of Risk Adjustment 358
Conclusion 359
Chapter 14 Exercises 359
Chapter 15 4D Modeling and Scheduling
Overview of the Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Differences between BIM and CAD
Definition and Benefits of 3D Modeling
Definition and Benefits of 4D Modeling
Steps for Creating 4D Models
Case Study
Creating and linking the 3D Model
Information about Timeliner Tab
Creating/Importing Project Schedules
Defining Task Types
Creating Selection Sets
Creating the 4D Model and Project Animation
Exporting Snapshots and Animation
Using Integrated Systems
Lean Construction
Chapter 15 Exercises
Appendix A
Computer Project 361
General Guidelines 361
Cost Loading 366
Updating the Project 368
Change Order 369
Resource Leveling 371
Schedule Compression 371
Schedule Compression 2 373
Delay Claim 1: Unforeseen Conditions 373
Delay Claim 2: Change in Owner's Requirements 374
Appendix B
Sample Reports 375
Tabular Reports 375
Graphic Reports 393
Abbreviations 405
Glossary 411
References 433
Bibliography 437
Index 445

Über Autor(innen)

SALEH MUBARAK, PHD, is an independent consultant in the field of construction project management, based in Tampa, Florida, focusing on training, writing, public speaking, and consulting. He is a former professor at a number of universities and an active member of PMI and AACE International. He served on the PMI committee that created the professional scheduler certification exam, PSP. He has more than 25 years of diversified and international experience including academia and industry; private and public sectors. He is also the author of How to Estimate with RSMeans Data, published by Wiley.