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The Schedule of Values deserves close attention

On public building construction projects (and, possibly, on most private building projects) the contractor develops a Schedule of Values that forms the basis for monthly applications for payment (also known as “requisitions”) that will be submitted as construction proceeds. The

Posted in Construction Administration, Project Administration, Project Management

Monitoring construction progress

One effective way to monitor progress on a construction project is to consider cumulative payments to the contractor or claimed percent complete against an estimated payment schedule that should be established at the start of the project. In most cases

Posted in Construction Administration, Project Administration, Project Management

Why we need to manage architectural projects

Everyone has an agenda. If we don’t manage the projects, they may be managed by individual interests like the following. “I already know what I’m going to do. Just tell me when to start.” “I’m here to draw. I’m not

Posted in Project Administration, Project Management

Seek Early Resolution of Construction Disputes

Early resolution of construction disputes can save a lot of time and money…for all parties. Some amount of disagreement is an inherent and healthy part of the construction process, and ensuing conversations about construction quality and building performance can lead

Posted in Construction Administration, Project Administration, Project Management

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