Poot Osorio Brenda Zacnict 16 de Octubre del 2013

Project Delivery Methods: Traditional Approach.

This is most common approach in civil engineering projects in which the design has to be completed before construction can start. Design and construction are usually performed by two different parties who interact directly and separately with the owner; this approach takes two common forms: a) Owner direct force. In this approach, owners are responsible for the design, construction, and management of the work using their own forces. This approach is mostly used by developers who utilize typical designs and then use employed labor, hired labor, or subcontractors for the construction. Despite the cost saving in the use of direct force, it may result in a higher total cost if the owner lacks construction experience or managerial skills. b) General contractor (G. C.) This is by far the most widely used (traditional) approach in construction. An A/E firm is hired by the owner to complete the design, then a general contractor is hired by the owner for the construction. Most often, the A/E firm will acts as owner-representative in selecting and further supervising the general contractor who is usually selected based on a competition among interested bidders. Pros and cons of the traditional Approach: Advantages Price competition. Total cost is known before construction Start. Well- Documented approach used in most government projects done for public works. Disadvantages The approach takes a long time. Design does not benefit from construction experience. Conflicts between owner & G.C. and Between A/E & G.C. Changes may lead to disputes and claims.

Bibliografa
Hegazy, T. (2002). Computer-Based Construction Project Management . USA: Prentice Hall.