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TABLE OF CONTENTS:
How To Choose Project Management Consultants - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3 What You Can Do To Secure Effective Contract Management Solutions- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -5 Successful Building Project Management Starts With The Right Manager - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7 Project Management Solutions For New Businesses Undertaking Their First Major Contract - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -9 Why The Building Industry Requires Quantity Surveying Services - - -11 Important Components Of Construction Project Planning And Scheduling - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13 Project Planning Guide Your Businesss Roadmap To Successful Projects - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15 The Key Steps To Effective Claims Analysis - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -17 What A Contract Administration Process Can Do For Your Projects- -19 Why Your Project Needs A Contract Management Specialist - - - - - - 21

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How To Choose Project Management Consultants

Project management is more complicated than it sounds. It is more than applying knowledge and skills to project activities in order to meet its requirements. The level of complexity becomes even more challenging when the project involves massive construction or engineering works. There are, as you can imagine, several issues to consider and work on to secure a construction project that is not going to cost more than its allotted budget and one that is going to yield multiple benefits for the contracting client. In order to guarantee such favorable results from your construction project, you need project management that is going to be systematic and effective. You have the option to designate an employee to manage the project internally. However, the successful outcome of this option will depend on the employees and your organizations capabilities and infrastructure in handling construction projects. A better option might be to consider external project management consultants specializing in the construction industry professionals who not only have the existing infrastructure to handle construction projects of every scale but also the experience to see them through successfully. A starting point for finding the right consulting agency would be to scrutinize the kinds of projects the agency has worked on. It would certainly be ideal to see construction and/or engineering projects managed for the government as this can indicate tremendous capabilities and resources as well as noteworthy reputation. If state or local agencies have repeatedly used the project management specialists services, you can safely assume that the planning, execution, and control accomplished for these complex construction projects have resulted in pleasing conclusions.

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Another key element to finding the right project management specialist is to determine its capabilities for implementing the processes of seeing projects through. In terms of project integration, does the specialist possess the leadership and extensive experience to put all the essential pieces of the project together? Can the scope of the project be managed in a systematic manner, without negatively impacting cost, quality, and time? Will the specialist have a deep understanding of how critical document administration is to the organization of every construction project? Project management demands a highly specialized set of skills as well as extensive experience. An internal employee, even one in management level positions, might not possess the knowledge, skills, and experience to make the right decisions that will ensure the successful outcome of any construction project. Moreover, a company itself might not have the experience to handle large-scale projects. But a project management consultant will have the expertise and experience to make sure that every construction or engineering project your business does runs smoothly. So invest in a project management specialist. And secure successful results for your construction projects every single time. Click here to learn more.

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What You Can Do To Secure Effective Contract Management Solutions

A missed obligation in a contract for any construction project could lead to unforeseen costs, probably litigation, and in some instances, risky working conditions that result in accidents. Clearly, businesses involved in building projects need to do more than thoroughly read the contract they have entered into with a client. Someone has to be responsible for keeping track of the obligations, the terms and conditions, the hundreds of documents resulting in these terms and conditions, and several other relevant matters concerning the contract. This means implementing effective contract management solutions. One possible solution to contract management might be through construction management software. The trouble with some software in the market is that they tend to do better at managing the processes involved in construction projects more than they manage the actual contracts. Moreover, some software might not be able to provide a proper estimate of your companys exposure when unfavorable events happen. But aside from these limitations, you are still going to need someone who has the level of knowledge and experience in managing construction contracts. An effective solution would be to find an established project management company that has executed hundreds of contract management jobs for various projects. Whether you are the contracting client looking to choose the right builder, engineers, and architects for your project or a builder looking to land those lucrative construction projects, you will want the expertise of a project management company. You not only gain access to their resources and proven systems but also benefit from their years of experience in seeing projects through, from the planning stage to the closing or delivery stage.
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When a project management company performs contract management duties, it may entail communications with the client over requirements for the project; it may involve a thorough review and follow up of designs; it may necessitate preparing cost estimations, and it may also entail devising and implementing a control system that will track the progress of the construction, the budget, and the quality set forth in the contract. On top of all these, the contract management service you have outsourced should also manage the hundreds of administrative documents from the project, as these documents can be very crucial in risk management. Contract management will not only protect your rights as a client, but it will also ensure that your construction project will meet the requirements stipulated in the contract from the cost to the quality. So whether you need to develop a considerable commercial property or are about to do a high-rise serviced apartment, make sure you have the resources and the expertise to manage all your construction contracts. Get professional contract management today. Visit http://pioneeripm.com/en/index.php?p=about for more details.

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Successful Building Project Management Starts With The Right Manager

Building or construction projects are understandably complex operations. A large number of workers and specialists are needed to perform a variety of functions and accomplish tasks simultaneously, so a high level of coordination and control is in order. Generally, building project management involves the following functions: (a) identification of the objectives and plans of the project such as delineation of scope, scheduling, budgeting and selecting participants; (b) proper utilization of resources which pertains to obtaining the appropriate equipment, materials and manpower for the job; (c) implementation of the different processes involved such as design, planning, contracting, estimating and the actual construction in the allotted budget and timeframe; and (d) overseeing communication strategies that would ensure the effective management of all individuals involved in the project and the resolution of any conflicts that could arise. Of course, for all of these functions to be successfully accomplished, an effective, reliable and highly qualified project manager must be at the helm. Construction projects are substantial investments on the part of the client, so it is only fitting to hire project management experts to take the lead. In your search for the best project manager for your building project, you need to be on the lookout for an expert who can excel at handling the following responsibilities:

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1. Managing the construction project tasks. This includes looking over the proposed project, creating a cost estimate, developing a deliverables schedule, procuring the equipment and materials to be used, setting specific project goals to keep the work on schedule and within the specified budget, and drafting contracts (with the client as well as with the materials suppliers, subcontractors and architects who will be hired for the project). 2. Managing the people. Construction project managers have responsibilities similar to those of managers in virtually any other job field because they get work done through supervising and directing other people. Project managers are tasked with hiring the workers, coordinating their efforts, disciplining those who need a dose of it, and even deciding if a worker is not a good match for the project. He must also be skilled at communicating with both the client for whom the project is being done and the construction company that hired him. Of course, regardless of the size of a project, disputes can arise among its workers, and the project manager must be able to find the best resolution to the conflict. 3. Managing risk. A good construction manager must analyze the potential risks involved in the project (worker safety, work site conditions, public regulations, design miscalculations, environmental provisions, etc.) and devise a plan for monitoring operations and preventing or managing any negative outcomes. Visit this link for more info.

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Project Management Solutions For New Businesses Undertaking Their First Major Contract
New businesses are always out to prove themselves just as good and reliable as longerestablished ones. Its important to be aggressive and to display intense readiness to take on big projects to be taken seriously. However, when the big projects come the ones that can totally secure their place in the industry and boost their income many of these neophyte groups learn that they are not as equipped as they would like to be. Lack of experience should never be a reason to back down from a professional challenge. A competitive business thinks of the challenge as the perfect opportunity to learn and really stretch abilities. But sometimes, determining the right way of launching into the project can be a completely unfamiliar process. Businesses that are dealing with a big project for the first time and are rather overwhelmed by the magnitude of the work ahead of them do not need to grope in the dark; they can always find help. Theres nothing wrong in doing that; its not a sign of weakness, but rather a fair acknowledgement that theres always a better way of accomplishing certain tasks. And if a companys future is on the line, better is the way to go. There are project management solutions available to organisations taking on a major project for the first time. A project management company can be hired and it will serve as a reliable partner in the accomplishment of such an important professional undertaking. It can provide proven effective methodologies to help a greenhorn business with the stringent process. From project planning, financial planning, claim analysis, engineering services, contract management, to health and safety the project management company can assist the business through them all.
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With project management solution services, a business out to prove that its worthy of a spot in the competitive league of businesses in the industry easily gets access to the method that has worked profitably for the big brothers in the industry. They can use it and automatically gain confidence that they will be able to stay on top of all the specified requirements of the project. They can be sure to be fully compliant not only with the requirements of the project but also with the standards set by the local industry as well as the International Organization for Standardization. By securing these services, new businesses can save time, energy and money by doing away with experimentation with processes or numerous trials-and-errors. They can trust that their process keeps them working forward towards the best accomplishment of the projects objectives. For more information visit http://pioneeripm.com/en/index.php?p=main&id=56

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Why The Building Industry Requires Quantity Surveying Services

Companies in big industries like construction and engineering require expert advice on many of the aspects of their operations, especially when theyre carrying out a project for a client. Its imperative that they are able to measure different variables like costs, the efficacy of methodologies followed, etc. However, its hard to manage these things while theyre working too closely on the project it can be difficult to be thoroughly objective since there are home-grown interests that come into play. For this purpose, quantity surveying services provide the perfect solution. Quantity surveyors are equipped with industrial knowledge and can provide advice on a multitude of project requirements, making sure that costs are minimized while ensuring great value for the project. The services cover a wide range of project considerations such as Cost Planning, Contractual Advice, Costcontrol and Financial Management, Facilities Management, Insurance Advice, Life Cycle Costing, Preliminary Cost Advice, Procurement Methods, Tendering, Valuation of Construction Work, and Value Management, to cite some. The services of quantity surveyors are so important prior to securing the project, while the project is being accomplished, and after the project has been completed. Prior to securing the project, most of the time big companies receive an invitation to tender (ITT), and if they are interested, they have to come up with a solid tender that highlights why they are the best company to take on the project. One of the predominant objectives in coming up with winning bids and tenders is to always keep project expenses down, and with the help of quantity surveyors, a construction company that will be tendering can easily be guided by
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the quantity surveyors towards the best options for materials and methods based on cost, degree of practicality and end value. Now, when the contracts been won, the same professionals can assist the company on how to effectively manage resources, costs of equipment and facilities. Since procurement methods are under the umbrella of quantity surveyor services, surveyors offer their expertise and the tools necessary in finding the best contractors and suppliers for the project. Again, costs can be kept to a minimum without compromising the final outcome of the project. As for benefits after the project has been completed, the life cycle costing analysis will prove to be the most reliable reference in determining if the financial objectives were properly met or if the end-clients truly got the best value for their investment. It takes into account the overall quality of the constructed facility, reusability, maintainable, operational cost, maintenance, residual and disposal costs, and so much more. Theres still a host of other benefits and building companies that are seeking a competitive advantage by winning major projects definitely require quantity surveying services to do just that. View this link for inquire.

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Important Components Of Construction Project Planning And Scheduling

Construction is considered a high-risk industry. Apart from the many hazards a construction project deals with, there are numerous policies to be upheld in order to go about the process with as few hassles as possible. And if the project was won in a bid, keeping costs down and completing the job within the given timeframe are major requirements that need to be properly addressed as well. Needless to say, its not easy even for industry experts, the set process or methodology can only do so much because there are always variables that are hard to control or only seem to work in theory and not reality. But the overall value of proper construction project planning and scheduling is how a company in charge of the project can stay thoroughly organized despite the difficulty of the task. Also, by clearly defining jobs and the role that each member of the project team has to take, its easier to streamline efforts and prevent superfluous activities. All these are presented in a comprehensive document that serves as a road-map to help determine which aspects of the project are being done on time and properly, and which are not. This document has to have the following important components: The first one would have to be the actual Project Plan; this identifies the Work Breakdown Structure, the effort and resources for the project, and the elaborate time-frame or schedule for every aspect of the project.
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Second is the Resource Plan which is all about identifying the resources (materials, labor, and equipment), and the schedule and activity for which they will be used. The Resource Plan is divided into two categories: the Resource Schedule Table which determines which item of labor, material or equipment is needed, and the Resource Usage Table which identifies the activity that these resources should be used for. Third is the Procurement Plan; this lists all the requirements of the project that would have to come from external suppliers, why they need to be outsourced, and how they will be procured. Included in this plan is a detailed explanation why such supplier and products were chosen. And the last one is Project Monitoring because everything has to go according to plan to achieve the construction projects target objectives. This is a very stringent process because of the importance of understanding the cause and effect of certain decisions, and how all these impact the complete process towards the goal. With all these components carefully consolidated, a construction project can be carried out in the timeliest, most compliant, organized and productive manner ensuring its successful completion. To learn more visit http://pioneeripm.com/en/index.php?p=partnership

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Project Planning Guide Your Businesss Roadmap To Successful Projects

A project can fail even before it starts. When a critical element, such as scheduling an important phase of the project, is completely overlooked, it could result in delayed delivery or end up costing the organization more money. So it is crucial for businesses that are embarking on a project to keep an eye on every detail, especially for large-scale, expensive projects. And it all begins with planning. A proper plan can make or break any project, whether it is as simple as widening a road for the government or as complex as constructing hundreds of luxury villas for an international developer. Every plan begins with considering several essential factors that can affect the flow of the project. Businesses need to sort out the goal of the project and what should be done in terms of strategies in order to achieve those goals. Additionally, the business needs to establish those who need to be involved, plot out their responsibilities, and consider how they will influence the success of the project. Once all these factors are defined and resolved, a project planning guide can be formulated. The guide should include a breakdown of the work schedule, which can be accomplished by providing work summaries, breakthroughs, tasks, and constricting dates. From this breakdown, you will want to translate this information into a visual guide. Most organizations use the recognizable Gantt chart, which Henry Gantt developed in 1910 for manufacturing supervisors to gauge whether their work was meeting its schedule or whether it was behind
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schedule. Other businesses might use the activity-on-node chart, which illustrates the flow of task execution and classifies which ones need to be completed so that other tasks may begin. Whatever visual guide your business will end up using, know that charts help you and your team look through all the tasks that have to be involved, to ascertain the very persons or group responsible for each one, to recognize how long each one will take, and to identify the potential problems of the project. By following such a thorough process, your business can then discover whether your schedule is practical, that you have assigned the right people to certain tasks, and that you will have enough time to address potential problems before the project gets underway. Charts like Gantt or activity-on-node are also very valuable in terms of determining the critical path, which is when you identify the sequence of tasks. Are there certain tasks that have to be fully accomplished before your project can move on to the next ones (i.e., sequential tasks)? Can certain tasks be completed at the same time (i.e., parallel tasks)? In plotting out your sequential and parallel tasks, your project has a good chance of being delivered on time, if not ahead of schedule. The success of every project hinges on how organized and well-informed your business is from the very start. So invest heavily in the planning stage and you will eventually secure big returns for your projects. For inquires visit http://pioneeripm.com/en/index.php?p=main&id=56

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The Key Steps To Effective Claims Analysis

The best way to avoid any problem is to get ahead of it not to anticipate it, but rather identify it. Such foresight can be a remarkable asset when your organization is dealing with considerable construction projects. As any business can attest to, the management of any construction project, be it a straightforward building project for a small clinic or a massive commercial development on reclaimed land, can be open to possible disputes that lead to claims and, most likely, litigation. Both parties involved in the project will be affected. The client may well be exposed to liabilities and suffer project delays while the contractor could experience profit loss. To steer clear of such costly delays to any project, most businesses will need to obtain a claims analysis service from an expert in the industry. This type of analysis might best serve a project when it is undertaken in the form of periodic reviews, which can identify factors that might delay a project, allowing for immediate resolutions to be formulated. Performing a sound analysis to determine the client or contractors exposure to potential liabilities may be averted, or at the very least, create well thought-out strategies to address them. In the event of a claim being lodged, the claims analyses expert will need to evaluate its strengths and weaknesses. This requires looking through a factual record, which means implementing an efficient fact-finding process in order to secure evidence from getting documentary records by doing an electronic search of significant email correspondences to obtaining first-hand knowledge by visiting the jobsite.
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It should be realistic to assume that with the scale of certain construction and even engineering projects, the relevant documents may just take up an entire room or two. A claims analyst would save a lot of time and energy by focusing on documents that have been identified by the project staff and those that have been referred to in other documents, as these might just turn out to be critical evidence that have been overlooked. Aside from factual record, analysing the claim will also entail knowledge and comprehension of governing laws, the contract language and obligations, and relevant local trade practices. Disputes. Accidents. Negligence. Certain situations can prove to be very problematic for both parties involved in any project. And the resulting impacts can put the project on hold and cause financial losses for both sides. While there are problems that prove to be unavoidable, the expertise and resources of a claims analyst can help businesses conquer or cope with the effects of submitted claims. Click here for more info.

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What A Contract Administration Process Can Do For Your Projects

Construction and/or engineering projects can produce thousands of documents, and for the contracting client and contractors, it can be fairly hard to keep track of everything. These documents may include contractual agreements, bid documents, purchase orders, cost controls, variations or change orders, drawings, plans, and any other relevant documents that will keep the project on schedule and on budget. How can one company maintain an organized approach to managing a project with heaps of paper work? The completion of every construction or engineering project is never accomplished without good contract administration process. Contract administration enables every company to manage every stage of their project. This means the design, tendering, and construction stage. Each stage will produce its own relevant set of documents. The design stage may require administration of the design brief, preparation of specifications, and contractual agreements while the construction stage may need administration of the, among others, cost control and reports. By implementing an efficient and systematic contract administration, companies can provide a timely flow of information to relevant parties such as the architects, the contractors, the engineers, the contracting party, and any other concerned person who needs to obtain details or reports of the project. This efficient flow helps those involved in the project to come up with good decisions that in turn move the construction in the right direction as well as secure on time and within budget delivery. In addition to the efficiency in accessing needed information, contract administration can also address and resolve contract claims and disputes. With
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every stage of the project being carefully controlled, from the budget to the quality, critical missteps may be caught and resolved or documented evidence may provide clarity to a claim. The adequacy and performance of a projects contract administration largely depends on the expertise and resources of the company. Most businesses will outsource this specific aspect of their projects as the specialized service allows them to be better focused on other concerns of their commercial organization, and not sacrifice the management of current building or engineering jobs. By relying on service providers that offer contract administration, businesses could possibly guard against claims and disputes as well as prevent bigger construction costs. The completion of construction and/or engineering projects can be relatively complex. How it progresses along the way will depend on the control and enforcement of every aspect of the project. Contract administration not only ensures that the timely flow of much needed information will get to the relevant people, but it also guarantees that inconsistencies and inaccuracies are spotted and addressed, resulting in projects that are delivered on time, within budget, and according to the contracting partys specifications. To learn more tips and http://pioneeripm.com/en/index.php?p=main&id=80 info visit

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Why Your Project Needs A Contract Management Specialist

Contracts are created to ensure that both parties involved in the project meet their specific obligations. This generally gives an assurance that specifications, requirements, and/or changes made to the project will be honored, and that project delivery will be accomplished accordingly, from the price to the time frame. Unfortunately, there are cases wherein certain terms and conditions may be overlooked, for whatever reason. When this happens, claims, litigations, followed by delays and further costs can plague what should have been a stable project. Such scenarios may be magnified several times over when the project concerns construction of buildings, commercial developments, or public road works. In order to oversee any project and ensure positive results, companies would do well to hire a contract management specialist one whose expertise and works are well regarded in the industry. Contract management is a critical component in completing your projects because it not only ensures that the terms and conditions stipulated in the contract are honored, but it also enhances the performance of suppliers and contractors. With contract management, you get experts that will review and follow up design matters. You also get someone who will devise and implement a control system to oversee progress, making sure that work is done correctly and according to the contracting partys standards. These ultimately result in meeting, if not exceeding, the level of quality required for a project, be it a high-rise commercial building for a property development firm or road development for an airport.

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With a dedicated and qualified specialist taking care of contract management, you inevitably gain more time in focusing on the other aspects of running your business. You can work on securing or conceptualizing new projects to meet target profits. You can focus on the day-to-day matters of managing your company. You can get expert representation on all things relevant to your project. You can do all these while your construction projects get underway and you receive timely progress reports. So whatever critical issues arise, from delays in the completion of design elements to inconsistencies in budgets, you can rest easy knowing that you will be well informed and that resolutions are most likely being created to address the problem. On any given construction or engineering project, miscommunication and confusion could prevent timely delivery and result in poor quality and higher construction costs. No company wants such results for its projects. The best way to prevent these costly outcomes is for a business to secure professional and expert help when it comes to contract management. By having a specialist oversee contractual matters and perform some technical and project management activities, businesses can ensure that their projects will be finished according to the agreements that were made. Visit here for inquire.

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