ARSC 503

ASSIGNMENTS
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SUBMITTED BY:
TEJADA, GERALINE AIRA G.

SUBMITTED TO:
AR. ROBERT O. AGUILAR
ASSIGNMENT #1:
1. Define the meaning Construction Industry. How does this defer from your own definition?
Discuss and give detail.

Construction Industry- is one of the most booming industries in the whole world. This
industry is mainly an urban based one which is concerned with preparation as well as
construction of real estate properties.Construction as an industry comprises six to nine
percent of the gross domestic product of developed countries.

In my own definition; Construction Industry is one of the factors that contribute to the
growth of a country. It is the one of the leading industry in setting the standard of a country.
The building and construction of structures will let you define if a country or a city is
growing and it also creates and impact to the citizens.

2. In what particular scope of construction industry services will construction management will
be needed? Explain how this is so. Describe one of your construction project management
experience.

Construction management is about the management of a construction project, more

on the management side. Do construction management have a future? Definitely yes.
Construction management brings all parties together, with different backgrounds and
expertise, to ensure the success of the project.

3. Name at least three economic and social contributions of the construction industry to the
economy? Define the importance of the construction project manager in increasing the
contributions of the construction industry to the economy.

Economic:
A. The Construction Industry is an investment-led sector where government shows
high interest. Government contracts with Construction Industry to develop infrastructure
related to health, transport as well as education sector
B. The construction industry also has potential for generating activity and employment
in other sectors of the economy such as manufacturing, transport, commerce and financial
services owing to its interlinkages to other sectors.
C. It also provides the basis upon which the other sectors can grow, by constructing
the physical facilities required for the production and distribution of goods and services.The
industry has great employment-generation potential as labour-intensive technologies are
economically viable for most items of construction work.

Social:
A. Regeneration of run-down areas, old-buildings are replaced, regenerating an area
and injecting new growth.
B. Lower crime- better planning and construction makes an area attractive and safe.
C. Affordable Housing- in any new housing development planners have now to include
this type of development.

4. What are some of the technical and managerial knowledge required of the construction
project manager to carry out their jobs? What are one of the skills needed by a construction
project manager in vertical and horizontal construction?

Technical:

Budget Preparation and Finance

A project manager estimates the sum requirements of a project; assists in preparing a budget,
and identifies any budget variances. He prepares spreadsheets to help budget calculations, sum
adjustments and record-keeping. Accurate estimates prevent curtailing of work due to a
deficiency in resources or underpayment of workers. He distributes budgeted money
proportionately to all the phases of the project to facilitate streamlining of a project’s activities.
Work Schedules Software
A project manager prepares work schedules for timely completion of a project. Adequate
knowledge of operation of work scheduling software assists her to effectively direct a project
team on their duties, and keep a tab on progress of a project. An essential technical skill involves
preparation of a work breakdown structure detailing the scope of a project including persons
assigned to a project, their responsibilities, and estimated time for completion.
Technical Reports
A project manager prepares various reports in connection with a particular project such as
budget and risk management reports. He analyzes and calculates any variances in a project and
makes a report for overall management. He identifies cost constraints and staffing needs and
includes this information in a budget report to seek for budget adjustments. A project manager
makes recommendations on what insurance policies to take for a project. He prepares a risk
management reports when an insured event occurs.
Project Evaluation
As the central point of communication a project manager needs to understand technical aspects
particular to a project to effectively coordinate the project team. Technical skills help her to
quickly identify technical problems, and work with the project team to effectively resolve them.
She should know how to operate any software or hardware to effectively explain a process to a
client, or overall management when giving an evaluation of the progress of a project.

Managerial:

 Communicate clearly and effectively to others involved in a project.

 Delegate tasks to those capable of completing them, or assign workers to oversee areas of a
project.

 Evaluate progression and adherence to deadlines on a routine basis. When something

changes, you may need to re-prioritize your planned activities and tasks.

 Develop problem solving skills by considering potential problems faced in a project. Come
up with solutions to problems that others have not considered.

 Create an environment of teamwork and willingness to help coworkers.

5. Name at least five differences between a construction project manager practicing in the
Philippines and one who works abroad (e.g Asia) Explain why you think so.
ASSIGNMENT #2:
1. What is a construction project manager? Define the role of the construction project manager
in the project types and each of the five stages of the construction project life cycle.

The construction project manager is ultimately responsible for all time, cost, and
quality requirements on a project and sees these out from beginning to end. Due to the
long time-span and broad job description, the project manager performs many different
tasks in his effort to carry out and control a project.

Roles:
Planning and Forecasting
The project manager must be able to estimate time and costs and create the schedule by the
specifications of the project. The project manager should use a combination of personal skill and
expertise as well as estimating and scheduling software to ensure that he is making the most
accurate plans.
 
Allocating Resources
Once the project manager has planned for all costs, materials, time, and labor, he must decide
how to allocate those resources. This means that the project manager must allocate a certain
amount of labor and materials for each task to keep the schedule running smoothly. If the
project manager fails to allocate resources accurately, the team may face a shortage or overage
of labor or materials. A shortage will negatively impact both the schedule and the budget, as
more manpower will be needed to complete the task. On the other hand, an overage of
resources will cost the company money with unnecessary labor and materials costs.
 
Staffing
A project manager must ensure that his team is always staffed and that they are doing their jobs
accurately and effectively. In order to effectively keep an eye on the team, he must have an
exceptional means of communication that is both reliable and highly mobile. Mobile technology
will allow the project manager to constantly be in contact with his workers to ensure that he can
address any problems that may arise as soon as possible.
 
Monitoring Progress
 On top of scheduling and planning before the onset of a project, the project manager is also
responsible for monitoring the project’s progress and responding appropriately to any changes
or challenges a project may face. An integrated project management solution will allow the
project manager to more effectively track progress both on and off the field by observing daily
reports and setting checklists for the field-workers.
 

Budget
The project manager often works with other project stakeholders such as the owner or
contractor and gets estimates from the architects and engineers to create a reasonable budget.
Due to the often-unpredictable conditions in construction, the project manager must include
unforeseen costs in the budget. As the project occurs and any changes are made that may affect
cost, the project manager is responsible for ensuring that a change order is submitted and
recorded. A project management solution will keep all change orders centralized and
automatically organized by project, which will help the project manager to keep track of all
change orders.
 
Delegation
 A construction project manager, like any manager, must be able to lead a team and delegate
tasks in the most efficient manner. This means that the project manager must be aware of his
team and each individual’s strengths and weaknesses to effectively assign tasks.
 
Collaboration and Communication
Construction project managers are responsible for communicating with his team, any architects
or engineers, as well as the contractor or project owner. In order to communicate with all of
these people effectively, the project manager must have both excellent communication skills as
well as a sufficient means of communication. Mobile technology can help the project manager be
in constant contact with all relevant parties while they are on the go. This constant
communication ensures that the project manager is always informed at all times.

2. What are some of the issues and concerns and challenges presently affecting the following:

A. Construction project managers

Undefined Goals
One of the biggest challenges in construction project management is undefined goals.
Sometimes stakeholders don’t know what exactly they want, other times they can’t agree.
However, when the goals aren’t clear to a project manager it’s difficult to manage the project.
Project managers can help prevent this by asking direct questions and continuing to
communicate questions throughout the project. A lack of defined goals is one of the big
challenges in construction project management, but they too can be managed.
 
Changing Scope
Another one of the biggest challenges in construction project management is changing scope.
Also known as scope creep, it can arise from a lack of defined goals. It can be a huge reason why
projects end up delayed or over budget. A good project manager can communicate concerns to
scope changes to the stakeholders. Thereby informing them of all the changes to schedule and
budget it will cause.
 
No Accountability
Another issue that creates challenges in construction project management is a lack of
accountability. The project manager is responsible for laying out the goals of the project and
assigning them. It’s the responsibility of the project manager to ensure that all goals are assigned
to the right person or team. Even then, a project manager must ensure all parties are held
accountable for their tasks.
 
Lack of Risk Management
Risk management is important in construction as the risks are greater, and far more expensive
than ever. One of the challenges in construction project management is managing risk, since the
project manager is responsible for identifying potential problems and finding ways to mitigate it.
They need to gather input and plan ways to prevent the project from veering off course. Without
this, the project will most certainly go over budget or delayed.
 
Poor Communication
A lack of communication or poor communication can be the death of a project. Project managers
need to have updates on project status and feedback, since project managers are responsible for
updating their teams as to the requirements of the stakeholders and upper management. The
project manager has to foster open communication or risk falling to the communication
challenges in construction project management.
 
Unrealistic Expectations
Sometimes stakeholders have unrealistic expectations. Whether it’s from impossible deadlines or
a lack of resources. Unrealistic expectations create challenges in construction project
management because they can hurt morale and productivity. With impossible deadlines looming
or a lack of resources, teams sometimes become less productive. In some cases they won’t make
the deadline regardless of their high productivity. As the project manager, it’s important to
advocate for workers and against unrealistic expectations and set realistic ones.
 
Stakeholder Indifference
Stakeholder indifference can kill projects, and the lack of stakeholder participation is a common
challenge in construction project management. When stakeholders are indifferent to the activity
at the site, it can result in rework and delays. Project managers can communicate with the
stakeholders and encourage feedback. Since it can be difficult to get participation, it’s important
to have contingency plans in case of issues.

B. Contractors
Periods in between contracts

Securing that next contract will always play on a contractors mind. Inevitably there will be
periods of time where you will be in-between contracts, which can be daunting when you don't
have a steady flow of income coming in.

Aside from always having a proactive approach when it comes to securing your next contract,
which includes networking and sending numerous applications well before your current contract
ends, you should always ensure you have a 'rainy day' fund set aside for these unpredictable
periods.

Pay rates

Similar to permanent employment, there are many factors which can affect your pay rate,
including your skill set, previous experience and your education.

However, when it comes to contractors the biggest influence, aside from those mentioned
above, will be the industry you operate in alongside the client you are hired by. There are some
industries that rely heavily on skilled contractors, whereas some do not and therefore it can be
harder to demand higher rates.

As an umbrella or limited company contractor the key is to ensure that you continually update
your skills set so that you stand out from the crowd. Alongside this, building up your contract
negotiation skills is a sure fire way to sell yourself to prospective clients.
Legal Liabilities

In a contractor's line of work, a client will usually rely whole heartedly on the contractor's advice
and services. However every once in a while mistakes do happen and where a contractor is
concerned, they can be held legally responsible.

C. Engineering and Design Professional

Educating first world engineers to understand how to solve third world problems. The
Renewable Resources Journal reports that the world’s population will grow by 2 billion over the
next two decades, 95% of this in developing or underdeveloped countries. Engineers must learn
new ways to solve problems in these countries.
Promoting green engineering to improve sustainability and reduce the carbon footprint in
manufacturing. According to the U.S. Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy,
manufacturing in the U.S. produced 19,237 trillion BTUs and 1,071 million metric tons of carbon
dioxide.
Rethinking how the city looks and works. 54% of the world’s population lives in cities. Europe
leads the way in sustainability, with seven out of the world’s top 10 most sustainable cities,
according to the ARCADIS Sustainable Cities Index.
Addressing climate change through engineering innovation. Six of the 10 cities with the largest
annual flood costs by 2050 are in India and China. Three are in the U.S.: New York, Miami and
New Orleans.

D. Construction Workers
Construction workers are frequently stressed about work-related injuries and pain and often fail
to seek help, putting themselves at risk for more injuries and mental health issues, including
depression, anxiety, and even suicide, according to a new study by researchers at Harvard School
of Public Health (HSPH).

E. Construction Materials and Manufacturers

Delivering projects on-time and on-budget is a challenge that has always plagued the
construction industry. There are many things that can hinder a project. Productivity and the
maintenance of equipment can make or break successful delivery.
Theft of construction site equipment can also greatly control the success of a project. Theft of
important equipment comes at a great cost; machinery is expensive and takes time to replace.

F. Equipment suppliers and lessors

New trends means new equipment. Equipment suppliers should know what are
the new trends in the materials and equipment needed by the constructor.

G. Engineering and construction educators

ASSIGNMENT #3:
1. Talking with a scheduler ,review a schedule for a construction project with which you are
familiar with. Find out the following:
a) How long did it take to complete the schedule?
 For a residential building project, it would take up to 6 months to 8 months if
there are no problem in the construction.

b) When in the design/build process did the scheduling begin?

The scheduling would begin when the owner approved of your plans
c) Is the schedule broken down into phases? Areas?
Yes. It is broken down into areas
d) How is the schedule coded? By contract? By responsibility?
The schedule is coded by responsibility
e) What activities fall on the critical path?
The activities that fall on the critical path is the reinforcement and concrete
laying.
f) How often is the schedule updated?
The schedule is updated every day to anticipate if there will be a need to change.
g) Is the schedule being used for any advanced project management activities such as
resource leveling, cash flows projections and so on?
Yes it is. With the proper schedule it would also apply to a proper cash flows
projection and resource leveling for there is no need of delay in the construction.

2. Working in a small group, construct a schedule for a small project or focus on part of a
larger project (with fewer than one hundred activities) Example includes a single-family
house; tenant fit up work for a commercial building; or the work of a particular major
trade for a large project such as mechanical, electrical, site, or concrete work. Use
available schedule software as appropriate.

3. Gather from a local construction company some examples forms used to report actual
cost, schedule, and performance information from the field to the home office. Report on
the cost-coding system used. Explain what value each bit of information provides the
following company department:
a) Estimating

b) Scheduling

c) Project Management
d) Accounting

e) Contract Administration
 Contract Agreement
-General Conditions
- Architects Scope of Basic Services
- Specialized Architectural Services
- Method of Compensation
- Full Time Supervision Management
- Construction Management
- Post Construction Mangement

4. Examine a new communication, computational, or software technology and explain what

economic benefits it can provide to the construction project cost control process. Possible
topics might be advances in three-dimensional CAD, estimating/scheduling/CAD
integration, internet communications or digital photography.

Through the use of BIM or Building Information Modeling, where it can helps you in
visualizing what it looks.

ASSIGNMENT #4:
1. Discuss the uses of schedule and types of scheduling method

A schedule or a timetable, as a basic time-management tool, consists of a list of times

at which possible tasks, events, or actions are intended to take place, or of a sequence of
events in the chronological order in which such things are intended to take place. The
process of creating a schedule — deciding how to order these tasks and how to commit
resources between the variety of possible tasks — is called scheduling

2. Explain how and why schedules are used in the preconstruction and construction stages
Schedules are used because it would be the basis in the construction of the project. It
is where the activities are list out to know which activities would fall on the critical path and
which are not.

3. Discuss the history of PERT/CPM and how to construct a network diagram , how to
determine the duration of an activity and how to perform the basic network calculation

4. What are the objective of Project Control

Project Control System is the data gathering, management and analytical procedures used
to foresee, comprehend and valuable impact the time and cost results of the project through the
correspondence of data in positions that help the effective management and basic leadership.

5. Discuss the basic of how a project control system works and process of preparing a project
for construction and control
Project estimation:
This is an initial step in project management. In this phase the project managers
have an accurate estimation about the project requisites.
Project budget:
Project stakeholders actively participate in this phase. This phase deals with the
expenditures that will be incurred during project execution. It is important that the project
managers make a right estimate, and inform the stakeholders about the monetary
requirements of the project.

Inclusion of the Earned Value Management System (EVPM)

 EVPM is a project management technique used for measuring the project
performance growth. This is very useful technique for keeping the project under control in
terms of time and cost.
Controlling cost:
Controlling cost is one of the important aspects of project management. Project
managers have to keep a constant of the project expenditures
Project Scheduling:
It is a tool that communicates the tasks that have to be completed in the project.
It primarily focuses on the primarily date of the project.
Performance measurement:
Performance management technique plays an important role in project control
system as it helps managers to quantify the project success through three constraints time,
cost and performance.

6. Explain some models used to monitor and control cash inflows and outflows

7. Discuss how to properly measure and document cost and schedule performances

For control and monitoring purposes, the original detailed cost estimate is typically
converted to a project budget, and the project budget is used subsequently as a guide for
management. Specific items in the detailed cost estimate become job cost elements.
Expenses incurred during the course of a project are recorded in specific job cost accounts
to be compared with the original cost estimates in each category

In project management, the project schedule is a document that, if properly prepared,

is usable for planning, execution, monitoring/controlling, and communicating the delivery
of the scope to the stakeholders. The main purpose project schedulling is to represent the
plan to deliver the project scope over time. A project schedule, in its simplest form, could
be a chart of work elements with associated schedule dates of when work elements and
milestones (usually the completion of a deliverable) are planned to occur.
At a minimum, the project schedule should include the following components:
20. All activities
21. A planned start date for the project
22. Planned start dates for each activity
23. Planned finish dates for each activity
24. Planned finish date for the project
25. Resource assignments
26. Calendar based
27. Activity durations
28. The "flow" (sequence) of the various activities
29. The relationships of activities
30. An identified critical path(s)
31. Total and free float

ASSIGNMENT # 5:
1. Identify which of the constitutional provisions affect the practice of construction project
management profession. Cite the specific effects of the provisions

 Republic Act No. 9266 - “An Act to Regulate the Practice of Architecture in the
Philippines ” encompasses the provision of professional services in connection with site, physical
and planning and the design, construction, enlargement, conservation, renovation, remodeling,
restoration or alteration of a building or group of buildings. Services may include, but are not
limited to;

Letter (f) construction and project management, giving general management,

administration, supervision, coordination and responsible direction or the planning,
architectural designing, construction, reconstruction, erection, enlargement or
demolition, renovation, repair, orderly removal, remodeling, alteration,
preservation or restoration of buildings or structures or complex buildings,
including all their components, sites and environs, intended for private or public
use.

 PRESIDENTIAL DECREE No.1096, NATIONAL BUILDING CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES

 PRESIDENTIAL DECREE No. 1167, DEVELOPING AND REGULATING THE OVERSEAS

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY, PROVIDING INCENTIVES THEREFORE, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES
 Republic Act No. 8534, AN ACT REGULATING THE PRACTICE OF INTERIOR DESIGN IN THE
PHILIPPINES

 REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10066, AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE PROTECTION AND CONSERVATON
OF THE NATIONAL CULTURAL HERITAGE, STRENGTHENING THE NATIONAL COMMISSION
FOR CULTURE AND THE ARTS (NCCA) AND ITS AFFIUA TED CULTURAL AGENCIES, AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES

2. Choose at least one industry regulations identified in the additional readings section of this
course guide. Explain at least ten salient provisions of the chosen regulations
FIRE CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES

RULE 6. FIRE BRIGADES, FIRE VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS AND FIRE SAFETY

PRACTITIONERS
This Rule shall govern the organization, equipage, operation, and proficiency
training of company and community fire brigades as well as continuous training and
competency evaluation of fire volunteers and fire volunteer organizations in the
country who shall undergo mandatory fire suppression, inspection, rescue,
emergency medical services and other related emergency response training
programs and competency evaluations to be conducted by the BFP. This also
prescribes the continuous professional education, competency evaluation and
recognition of Fire Safety Practitioners, to be conducted by the BFP. For this
purpose, the term “company” shall include government and/or private offices and
buildings.
SECTION 7.0.2.1 COORDINATION WITH OTHER AGENCIES

To institutionalize the areas of cooperation and coordination of the BFP with other
departments, bureaus, agencies, offices and corporations of the government, as
well as private institutions, the BFP may enter into Memoranda of Agreement with,
but not limited to, the following:

A. National and Local Waterworks, for providing sufficient source of water,

especially in times of fire or conflagration and for the establishment of fire
hydrants in strategic areas;

RULE 9. ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF FIRE SAFETY MEASURES

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

A. Inspection of all buildings, structures, facilities and premises, hazardous

operations, storage facilities and transportation vehicles of hazardous materials
and the determination of compliance of provisions of the Fire Code of the
Philippines and this IRR shall be done by City/Municipal Fire Marshal having
jurisdiction.
SECTION 9.0.2.1 BUILDING PLAN REVIEW

A. Upon receipt by the City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction of six

(6) sets of the building plans from the Building Official (BO), the Costumer
Relation Officer or the designated staff shall check compliance of documentary
requirements, assess the Fire Code Fees (FCF) and issue Order of Payment (OP)
to be paid at the Cashier’s Office or the Authorized Government Depository
Bank (AGDB) or Authorized Government Servicing Bank (AGSB) by the BFP. After
payment of FCF, the owner or his duly authorized representative shall submit
copy of the Official Receipt (OR). The Costumer Relation Officer shall record the
application for Building Plan Review including the date and time the plans were
received and the OR No., acknowledge and assign a control number and
endorse the same without delay to the Plan Evaluator.
(7)
SECTION 9.0.2.2 INSPECTION DURING CONSTRUCTION

During construction, renovation, modification or alteration, the City/Municipal

Fire Marshal having jurisdiction, on the basis of issued FSC, shall inspect the
premises to determine whether the plans, and specifications are being followed
and fire safety precautions are being
observed. He shall cause the correction of any defects/deficiencies noted, when
necessary.
SECTION 9.0.2.3 INSPECTION AFTER COMPLETION OF CONSTRUCTION

A. After construction/ renovation/ modification or alteration and prior to the

issuance of the occupancy permit by the Building Official, the City/Municipal
Fire Marshal having jurisdiction shall inspect the premises and issue the
necessary Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC) upon determination that the
 required fire safety construction are in place, and fire protective and/or warning
system are properly installed in accordance with the approved plans and
specifications.

SECTION 9.0.2.4 BUSINESS AND ROUTINE INSPECTION

A. Existing Building, Structure or Facility

The City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction shall inspect all buildings,
structures or facilities to determine the presence of any fire hazard, the types of
occupancy, the prohibited acts being committed as provided in Section 7 of
Republic Act 9514, and to check or test the required fire protective and/or
warning systems. For this purpose, the building owner or administrator shall
make available to the FSI copies of all plans, design calculations and
specifications of the building as it was actually built/ constructed, or in the
absence of the same, copies of all plans, design calculations and specifications
of the building as it is at the time of the inspection. The provisions of Section
9.0.2.2 apply when the building, structure or facility will be repaired, renovated
or modified as a consequence of the inspection.

DIVISION 3. FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY ASSESSMENT REPORT

SECTION 9.0.3.1 APPLICABILITY

A. All private and public buildings, facilities and structures to be constructed or

being constructed upon the effectivity of this IRR shall be required to submit
FALAR 1 and 2, among other documents, to the City/Municipal Fire Marshal
having jurisdiction as one of the requirements for securing FSEC or FSIC for the
issuance of Building Permit and Occupancy Permit.

B. All existing private and public buildings, facilities or structures with occupancy of
at least fifty (50) persons shall be required to submit FALAR 3 annually to the
City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction when securing FSIC.

DIVISION 4. FIRE SAFETY INSPECTION CERTIFICATE

SECTION 9.0.4.1 FSIC AS A PRE-REQUISITE FOR ISSUANCE OF PERMIT/LICENSE

Upon compliance of the fire safety requirements under Rule 10 of this IRR, a Fire
Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC) shall be issued by the BFP as a pre – requisite for
the issuance of Business or Mayor’s Permit, Permit to Operate, Occupancy Permit,
PHILHEALTH Accreditation for Hospitals, DOH License to Operate and other permits
or licenses being issued by other government agencies.
 RULE 10. FIRE SAFETY MEASURES

This Rule covers the Fire Safety Measure for Buildings, Structures and Facilities,
Hazardous Materials and Wastes, Hazardous Operations and Processes and
Miscellaneous Hazardous Premises and/or conditions, that by its very nature or relation
to life, property and environment poses threat or danger.

3. Discuss the effect of the regulation on the practice of the construction project management
profession. Discuss your personal reason for choosing these regulations and how it will affects
your practice as a construction project manager.

Choosing these regulations because Fire Code is really important to the Construction.
It helps us design and construct buildings that is fire proof. Also, the regulations helps us in
following the right thing to do, or even helps us analyze some thing.