Construction Project Management: Key Considerations and Strategies
Programming Revision – Final Exam
1. Advantages of Manual Logic Programming
– **Clear graphical presentation:** Easier to read, understand, and identify problems.
– **Enhanced understanding of logic and workflow:** Helps identify interdependencies between activities.
2. Benefits of Knowing Non-Critical Activities and Total Float Time
– **Schedule flexibility:** Allows for delaying or advancing activities without affecting the project deadline.
– **Improved subcontractor and resource management:** Provides flexibility in selecting and managing resources.
3. Total Float Time and Project Completion Time
– **False:** Adding up total floats of non-critical activities does not provide information on the shortest project completion time.
4. Options for Recovering Lost Time
– **Crash program:** Allocate more resources to critical path items to accelerate progress.
5. Anticipated Delays in Construction Programming
– **Seasonal inclement weather:** Extreme temperatures or prolonged rainfall can halt progress.
– **Subcontractor delays:** Insufficient manpower or double-booking can cause delays.
– **Material supplier delays:** Customs clearance issues can impact material availability.
– **Industrial site issues:** Strikes can disrupt work.
6. Cost-Benefit Analysis for Overtime
– **Benefits of overtime:**
– **Project completion on time:** Prevents financial losses due to liquidated damages.
– **Reputation preservation:** Maintains the company’s reputation for timely project delivery.
7. Legal Contract Clauses in Construction Programming
– **Liquidated damages:** Specifies the penalty for late project completion.
– **Time clause (duration):** Defines the project’s start and finish dates.
– **Hours of work:** Outlines the permitted working hours.
8. Involvement of Building Consultants in Construction
– **Structural Engineer:** Responsible for material and equipment delivery.
– **Fire Services:** Required for fire safety inspections.