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Any time you are placed in charge of a major construction project, you need to determine the most cost-effective methods for all aspects, including preparation, planning, and execution, for the …

Regardless of the nature and scope of a project, one term you will hear quite frequently is critical path method or CPM. What this term refers to is the amount …

A major aspect to any size construction project is the schedule. The schedule is the key component that outlines the time frames needed to complete the entire project. Not only …

Any time you are preparing a construction schedule, you need to build in allowances for making adjustments after the project begins. It is common for delays to occur on construction …

A construction claims analysis has to be completed in order to determine whether you have grounds to take action whenever there is a dispute about different aspects of a construction …

Construction projects are frequently at the mercy of weather delays. Not only do these delays take a heavy toll on the morale and optimism of workers, but these weather delays …

A construction project’s success is determined by its ability to finish on time, under budget, and with minimal work flow interruption – all of which are achieved by creating a …

Starting a new construction project requires using the correct tools in order to ensure its success. Long before the first permit is obtained, you need to outline your project, set …

Construction planning involves balancing costs, with scheduling, to keep the project moving along. Some planners concentrate more on costs, to make sure the project remains within budget, while others focus …

For contractors who are vetting CPM scheduling consultants as well as those who undertake scheduling, there are some common pitfalls to avoid. Here is a look at the 5 biggest …