• Roles, Conflicts and Resolution Within Construction Contracts

    Roles, Conflicts and Resolution Within Construction Contracts

    Construction projects have become more complex during the past century requiring more detailed contracts to facilitate the relationships between owners, designers and builders. Standard agreements and delivery methods should define the roles and procedures to minimize risks and resolve disputes. Clear and common language must be utilized to prevent misinterpretation or misunderstanding that can lead…

  • Contributing Factors Affecting Construction Productivity

    Contributing Factors Affecting Construction Productivity

    Lean construction provides tools for planning projects and prioritizing work flow to improve productivity. Declines in performance and rising costs of materials and labor over the past decades necessitate reconsideration of the drivers of economic growth and means for sustainable development. Various concepts from the related industry of manufacturing offer benefits in measuring, evaluating and…