Transcript CEM 520 Construction Contracting Dr S. Almohawis Course Content

CEM 520
Construction Contracting
Dr S. Almohawis
Course Content
1. Introduction to the
Course
Topic outline
Course Objectives
Performance Evaluation
Course Syllabus
Definition of Terms
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2. Basic Characteristics of
the Construction Industry
Topic Outline
A. Classification of Construction Projects
B. Relationship Between Parties
C. Classification of Construction Contracts
D. Life Cycle of Construction Projects
E. Project Delivery Systems
F. Key Players in Construction Administration
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3. Construction
Organization
Topic Outline
Definition of Organization
Purpose of Organization
Steps in Developing Organization Plan
Classification of Organizations.
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4. Inspector/Resident Project
Representative :
Responsibilities & Authorities
Topic outline
What is an inspector/RPR?
Reasons for having an inspector/RPR
Responsibilities of the inspector/RPR
Authority of the inspector/RPR.
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5. Resident Inspection
Office (RIO)
Topic Outline
Requirements
Staffing
Major Function
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6. Project Documentation
Topic Outline
Filing System
Documentation
Documentation
of Construction Progress
of Safety Hazards &
Violations
Minutes of Meetings
Construction Photographs
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7. Construction Contract
Documents
Topic Outline
An Overview of Construction Documents
Invitation to Bid
Instructions to bidders
Agreement
General Conditions (Provisions)
Supplementary (Special) Conditions
Technical Specifications
Drawings
Addenda
Precedence (Order) of Documents
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8. Administering
Preconstruction
Operations
Topic Outline
Advertise & Award
Develop QC/Inspection Plan/Program
Set-up the Field Office
Hold Preconstruction Conference
Start the Project.
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9. Administering
Construction Operations
Topic Outline
Administrative
Activities of Resident
Project Representative
A Note on Inspection & Testing
Suspension of Work
Termination of Contract
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10. Work Measurement
& Progress Payments
Topic Outline
Basic Philosophy
Progress Payments
Payments for Extra work / Change
Orders
Mobilization Cost
Retainage
Liquidated Damages
Unbalanced Bids
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11. Control of Material
and Workmanship
Topic Outline
Open vs. Closed Specifications
Substitution
Methods to Ascertain Quality
Rejection of Unacceptable Material
Selection of Construction Equipment &
Methods.
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12. Changes in
Construction Contracts
Topic Outlines
Reasons for Construction Changes
Differing Site Conditions
Change Orders
Types of Changes
Basic Principles Governing Change
Orders
Change Order Process
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13. Claims and
Disputes
Topic Outline
Terminologies
Types of Claims
Classification of Delays
Time and Price Adjustments
Allowable Costs
Resolution of Claims
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14. Meetings and
Negotiations
Topic Outline
Definitions
Decision Making Meetings
Groupthink / Collective Thinking Syndrome
Negotiations: Process and Approaches
Negotiations Guidelines
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15. Project Closeout
Topic Outline
Basic Activities
Closeout Inspection Procedures
Contractor’s Role
Owner’s Representative Role
Substantial Completion
Beneficial Occupancy
PW Contract
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16. Labor
Topic Outline
Saudi Labor Law
Content
Selected Articles:
Scope of Coverage
Work Contract for Non-Saudis
Probation Period
Duration of Contract
Termination
Working Hours
Holidays and Leaves.