Construction Project Scheduling and Control

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.

List of contents

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

About the author

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.

Product details

• Authors: S Mubarak, Saleh A Mubarak, Saleh A. Mubarak, Mubarak Saleh A.
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 31.03.2019
• EAN: 9781119499831
• ISBN: 978-1-119-49983-1
• No. of pages: 592
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Structural and environmental engineering; Social sciences, law, business > Business > Management; Projektmanagement, Baubetrieb, Business & management, Construction, Bauausführung, Project management, Construction Management, Wirtschaft u. Management, Bauingenieur- u. Bauwesen, Civil Engineering & Construction