Construction Management Articles
These Construction articles will give you the news and information you need to stay up to date in the ever changing Construction industry.
May 17, 2013 – 36 views
Construction Management Resource It can be quite a lucrative option to expand your business to the federal market. When you do so, you will have numerous opportunities for growth and networking. But it is important to be aware of the legal issues with a federal contract. Taking up a federal contract involves complying with all the legal regulations that are unique for those involved in business deals with the federal government. Many times, contractors who take up federal contracts for the first time, especially those that are small businesses, fail to... Full Story
May 8, 2013 – 48 views
Construction Management Resource It is quite common for construction projects to deviate from the original plan. Problems like those related to a budget, the site conditions, and design issues can arise during the course of work. This requires every construction project to have scope for changes in the work, to take care of the unforeseen consequences. This construction change is accomplished through the change order process. This gives the project owner the authority to change the scope of work of the contractor without invalidating the terms of the contract. To accommodate the change of order without any issues, the project owner should make sure that the original clause specifically determines how the change orders are... Full Story
April 18, 2013 – 99 views
Construction Management Resource A condition that causes decrease in the value of a common area, a condominium, or a home can be recognized in legal terms as a design, material, or workmanship defect or even a land movement related effect. These construction defects can cause substantial damage to the structure and also to individuals... Full Story
April 12, 2013 – 95 views
Construction Management Resource Water-related problems like rain, floods, water seepage, and resulting mold build-up can make a building very uninhabitable. Moisture content in a building can cause extensive damage to furniture as well as lead to safety and health issues. Breathing in air with mold and other impurities is associated with some respiratory illnesses like asthma. That is why it is essential that professionals in the construction and restoration business should make a proper assessment of property damages. Once they evaluate the situation, they can develop a restoration plan to conduct building repairs and re-establish the appropriate standards. When conducting building repairs, it is essential to follow appropriate building codes to ensure effective and long-lasting results... Full Story
April 8, 2013 – 97 views
Construction Management Resource Construction defects can emerge from a variety of sources. There are those defects that are related to the design, materials and workmanship, and those that are related to land movement. Some of these defects can cause damage to the structure as well as individuals, both physically and financially... Full Story
April 2, 2013 – 116 views
Construction Management Resource Construction projects involve a substantial amount of money; this is why any impediment to the original construction schedule can result in heavy financial losses, which usually have to be borne by the construction company. So, it is important to know about the cause of these delays and the effects it has on the construction management. It is also important to learn how you can document any delay in the project, as there is a probability that the matter can end up in legal proceedings... Full Story
March 15, 2013 – 121 views
Construction Management Resource Electrical codes are the rules and regulations that have to be followed while performing electrical works of any sort. Electric codes are devised by many national agencies and from these, The NEC or The National Electric Code, are the prime standard accepted throughout the world. These are a written set of rules and regulations which are published in a bound book with 1,000 pages. The NEC is the... Full Story
March 12, 2013 – 150 views
Construction Management Resource The two types of warranties are implied and express. The former are created by the courts, legislation or the law, while the latter comes in contracts or could even be a verbal contract. Construction contracts are meticulously created so that all the specifications are clearly defined. It is vital for contractors, owners, and designers to carefully consider these implied obligations... Full Story