Saleh A. Mubarak

Construction Project Scheduling and Control (eBook, PDF)

• Format: PDF

Produktbeschreibung

Ensure successful construction projects through effective project scheduling and control The success of a construction project is dependent on a schedule that is well-defined yet flexible to allow for inevitable delays or changes. Without an effective schedule, projects often run over budget and deadlines are missed which can jeopardize the success of the project. The updated Construction Project Scheduling and Control, Fourth Edition is a comprehensive guide that examines the analytical methods used to devise an efficient and successful schedule for construction projects of all sizes. This Fourth Edition describes the tools and methods that make projects run smoothly, with invaluable information from a noted career construction professional. Construction Project Scheduling and Control, Fourth Edition offers construction professionals a redefined Critical Path Method (CPM) and updated information on Building Information Modeling (BIM) and how it impacts project control. This Fourth Edition includes worked problems and scheduling software exercises that help students and practicing professionals apply critical thinking to issues in construction scheduling. This updated edition of Construction Project Scheduling and Control: * Includes a revised chapter on the Critical Path Method (CPM) and an all-new chapter on project scheduling and control as viewed through the owner's perspective * Provides numerous worked problems and construction scheduling exercises * Includes an expanded glossary and list of acronyms * Offers updated instructor materials including PowerPoint lecture slides and an instructor's manual Written for undergraduate and graduate students in construction management, civil engineering, and architecture, as well as practicing construction management professionals, Construction Project Scheduling and Control, Fourth Edition is updated to reflect the latest practices in the field.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: John Wiley & Sons
• Seitenzahl: 592
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. Juli 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781119499824
• Artikelnr.: 57497964

Autorenporträt

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, PMI-SP. He has 30 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.

Inhaltsangabe

Preface xiii

Preface to the First Edition xvii

Chapter 1 Introduction 1

Planning and Scheduling 2

What is a Project? 2

Are Projects Unique? 4

Project Management Plan 7

Project Control 8

Why Schedule Projects? 8

The Scheduler 11

Certification 11

The Tripod of a Good Scheduling System 12

Scheduling and Project Management 12

Chapter 1 Exercises 13

Chapter 2 Bar (Gantt) Charts 15

Definition and Introduction 16

Advantages of Bar Charts 18

Disadvantages of Bar Charts 20

Chapter 2 Exercises 21

Chapter 3 Basic Networks 23

Definition and Introduction 24

Arrow Networks 24

Brief Explanation 24

The Logic 25

Notation 25

Dummy Activities 26

Redundancies 31

Node Networks 31

Lags and Leads 32

Recommendations for Proper Node Diagram Drawing 35

Comparison of Arrow and Node Networks 37

Networks versus Bar Charts 39

Effective Use of Bar Charts with CPM 40

Time-Scaled Logic Diagrams 40

Chapter 3 Exercises 41

Chapter 4 The Critical Path Method (CPM) 45

Introduction 46

Steps Required to Schedule a Project 47

Main Steps 47

Supplemental Steps 55

Resource Allocation and Leveling 57

Beginning-of-Day or End-of-Day Convention 59

The CPM Explained through Examples 59

Example 4.1: Logic Networks and the CPM 59

The CPM with Computer Software Programs 63

The Critical Path 64

Definitions 65

Examples 4.2 and 4.3: Node Diagrams and the CPM 66

Free Float 67

More Definitions 70

Float Check 71

Node Format 72

Lags and Leads in CPM Networks 73

Lags and Leads in Computer Software 76

Further Discussion of Float 76

Effect of Date Choices on Cash Flow 78

Project Schedule "Health Check" 78

Event Times in Arrow Networks 79

Effect of the Imposed Finish Date on the Schedule 81

Discussion of Example 4.7 82

Logic and Constraints 84

The "Hub" Concept 85

The Critical Path Method and Scheduling 85

Chapter 4 Exercises 86

Chapter 5 Precedence Networks 93

Definition and Introduction 94

The Four Types of Relationships 97

Important Comments about the Four Types of Relationships 98

The Percent Complete Approach 98

Fast-Track Projects 99

A Parallel Predecessor? 101

CPM Calculations for Precedence Diagrams 102

Interruptible Activities 102

The Simplistic Approach 105

Alternative Approach 107

The Detailed Approach 110

Contiguous (Uninterruptible) Activities 113

Remedy for Interruptible Activities 117

Multistage Activities 120

Types of Lags 121

Final Discussion 123

Chapter 5 Exercises 124

Chapter 6 Resource Allocation and Resource Leveling 129

Introduction 130

The Three Categories of Resources 130

Labor 130

Equipment and Materials 130

What is Resource Allocation? 131

Resource Leveling 131

What is Resource Leveling? 131

Why Level Resources? 131

Do All Resources Have to Be Leveled? 132

Multiproject Resource Leveling 132

Assigning Budgets in Computer Scheduling Programs 134

Leveling Resources in