CEM 520 Construction Contracting Dr S. Almohawis Course Content

CEM 520CEM 520Construction ContractingConstruction ContractingDr S. AlmohawisDr S. Almohawis

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11 . .Introduction to the Introduction to the CourseCourse

Topic outlineCourse Objectives Performance EvaluationCourse SyllabusDefinition of Terms

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2. Basic Characteristics of 2. Basic Characteristics of the Construction Industrythe Construction Industry

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A. Classification of Construction ProjectsB. Relationship Between PartiesC. Classification of Construction ContractsD. Life Cycle of Construction ProjectsE. Project Delivery SystemsF. Key Players in Construction Administration

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33 . .Construction Construction OrganizationOrganization

Topic OutlineDefinition of OrganizationPurpose of OrganizationSteps in Developing Organization PlanClassification of Organizations.


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44 . .Inspector/Resident Project Inspector/Resident Project Representative :Representative : Responsibilities & Authorities Responsibilities & Authorities

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What is an inspector/RPR?Reasons for having an inspector/RPRResponsibilities of the inspector/RPRAuthority of the inspector/RPR.


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55 . .Resident Inspection Resident Inspection Office (RIO)Office (RIO)

Topic OutlineRequirementsStaffingMajor Function


6. Project Documentation6. Project Documentation

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Filing SystemDocumentation of Construction ProgressDocumentation of Safety Hazards & ViolationsMinutes of MeetingsConstruction Photographs


77 . .Construction Contract Construction Contract Documents Documents

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An Overview of Construction DocumentsInvitation to BidInstructions to biddersAgreementGeneral Conditions (Provisions)Supplementary (Special) ConditionsTechnical SpecificationsDrawingsAddendaPrecedence (Order) of Documents


88 . .Administering Administering Preconstruction Preconstruction OperationsOperations

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Advertise & AwardDevelop QC/Inspection Plan/ProgramSet-up the Field OfficeHold Preconstruction ConferenceStart the Project.


99 . .Administering Administering Construction OperationsConstruction Operations

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Administrative Activities of Resident Project RepresentativeA Note on Inspection & TestingSuspension of WorkTermination of Contract


10. Work Measurement 10. Work Measurement & & Progress PaymentsProgress Payments

Topic OutlineBasic PhilosophyProgress PaymentsPayments for Extra work / Change Orders Mobilization CostRetainageLiquidated DamagesUnbalanced Bids


11. Control of Material 11. Control of Material and Workmanshipand Workmanship

Topic OutlineOpen vs. Closed SpecificationsSubstitutionMethods to Ascertain Quality Rejection of Unacceptable Material Selection of Construction Equipment & Methods.


1212 . .Changes in Changes in Construction ContractsConstruction Contracts

Topic OutlinesReasons for Construction ChangesDiffering Site ConditionsChange OrdersTypes of ChangesBasic Principles Governing Change OrdersChange Order Process


1313 . .Claims and DisputesClaims and Disputes

Topic OutlineTerminologiesTypes of ClaimsClassification of DelaysTime and Price AdjustmentsAllowable CostsResolution of Claims


1414 . .Meetings and Meetings and NegotiationsNegotiations

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DefinitionsDecision Making MeetingsGroupthink / Collective Thinking SyndromeNegotiations: Process and ApproachesNegotiations Guidelines


15. Project Closeout15. Project Closeout

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Basic ActivitiesCloseout Inspection Procedures

Contractor’s RoleOwner’s Representative Role

Substantial CompletionBeneficial OccupancyPW Contract

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1616 . .LaborLabor

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Saudi Labor LawContentSelected Articles:

Scope of CoverageWork Contract for Non-SaudisProbation PeriodDuration of ContractTerminationWorking HoursHolidays and Leaves.