MBA-Advanced Construction Management

PLC 532: Site Administration and

Control
Assignment No: 01
Name of Candidate:Rahul Baloria
Roll Number:P2270308
Email id:P2270308@student.nicmar.ac.in
Date of submission:15-04-2023

Submitted to:
Dr Tenepalli JaiSai
Assistant Professor
School of construction Management
Name: Rahul Baloria Roll No:P2270308

Q1. Enginner eithical Conduct

Engineering ethics is the field of system of moral principles that apply to the practice of
engineering. The field examines and sets the obligations by engineers to society, to their clients,
and to the profession. As a scholarly discipline, it is closely related to subjects such as the
philosophy of science, the philosophy of engineering, and the ethics of technology.
Engineering is an important and learned profession. As members of this profession, engineers
are expected to exhibit the highest standards of honesty and integrity. Engineering has a direct
and vital impact on the quality of life for all people. Accordingly, the services provided by
engineers require honesty, impartiality, fairness, and equity, and must be dedicated to the
protection of the public health, safety, and welfare. Engineers must perform under a standard of
professional behavior that requires adherence to the highest principles of ethical conduct.

I. Fundamental Canons
Engineers, in the fulfillment of their professional duties, shall:
1. Hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public.
2. Perform services only in areas of their competence.
3. Issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner.
4. Act for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees.
5. Avoid deceptive acts.
6. Conduct themselves honorably, responsibly, ethically, and lawfully so as to enhance the
honor, reputation, and usefulness of the profession.
II. Rules of Practice
1. Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public.
a. If engineers' judgment is overruled under circumstances that endanger life or property, they
shall notify their employer or client and such other authority as may be appropriate.
b. Engineers shall approve only those engineering documents that are in conformity with
applicable standards.
c. Engineers shall not reveal facts, data, or information without the prior consent of the client or
employer except as authorized or required by law or this Code.
d. Engineers shall not permit the use of their name or associate in business ventures with any
person or firm that they believe is engaged in fraudulent or dishonest enterprise.
e. Engineers shall not aid or abet the unlawful practice of engineering by a person or firm.
f. Engineers having knowledge of any alleged violation of this Code shall report thereon to
appropriate professional bodies and, when relevant, also to public authorities, and cooperate
with the proper authorities in furnishing such information or assistance as may be required.
2. Engineers shall perform services only in the areas of their competence.
a. Engineers shall undertake assignments only when qualified by education or experience in the
specific technical fields involved.
b. Engineers shall not affix their signatures to any plans or documents dealing with subject
matter in which they lack competence, nor to any plan or document not prepared under their
direction and control.

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c. Engineers may accept assignments and assume responsibility for coordination of an entire
project and sign and seal the engineering documents for the entire project, provided that
each technical segment is signed and sealed only by the qualified engineers who prepared
the segment.
2. Engineers shall issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner.
a. Engineers shall be objective and truthful in professional reports, statements, or testimony. They
shall include all relevant and pertinent information in such reports, statements, or testimony,
which should bear the date indicating when it was current.
b. Engineers may express publicly technical opinions that are founded upon knowledge of the
facts and competence in the subject matter.
c. Engineers shall issue no statements, criticisms, or arguments on technical matters that are
inspired or paid for by interested parties, unless they have prefaced their comments by
explicitly identifying the interested parties on whose behalf they are speaking, and by
revealing the existence of any interest the engineers may have in the matters.
2. Engineers shall act for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees.
a. Engineers shall disclose all known or potential conflicts of interest that could influence or appear
to influence their judgment or the quality of their services.
b. Engineers shall not accept compensation, financial or otherwise, from more than one party
for services on the same project, or for services pertaining to the same project, unless the
circumstances are fully disclosed and agreed to by all interested parties.
c. Engineers shall not solicit or accept financial or other valuable consideration, directly or
indirectly, from outside agents in connection with the work for which they are responsible.
d. Engineers in public service as members, advisors, or employees of a governmental or quasi-
governmental body or department shall not participate in decisions with respect to services
solicited or provided by them or their organizations in private or public engineering practice.
e. Engineers shall not solicit or accept a contract from a governmental body on which a
principal or officer of their organization serves as a member.
2. Engineers shall avoid deceptive acts.
a. Engineers shall not falsify their qualifications or permit misrepresentation of their or their
associates' qualifications. They shall not misrepresent or exaggerate their responsibility in or for
the subject matter of prior assignments. Brochures or other presentations incident to the
solicitation of employment shall not misrepresent pertinent facts concerning employers,
employees, associates, joint venturers, or past accomplishments.
b. Engineers shall not offer, give, solicit, or receive, either directly or indirectly, any contribution
to influence the award of a contract by public authority, or which may be reasonably
construed by the public as having the effect or intent of influencing the awarding of a
contract. They shall not offer any gift or other valuable consideration in order to secure work.
They shall not pay a commission, percentage, or brokerage fee in order to secure work,
except to a bona fide employee or bona fide established commercial or marketing agencies
retained by them.
III. Professional Obligations
1. Engineers shall be guided in all their relations by the highest standards of honesty and
integrity.
a. Engineers shall acknowledge their errors and shall not distort or alter the facts.
b. Engineers shall advise their clients or employers when they believe a project will not be
successful.

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c. Engineers shall not accept outside employment to the detriment of their regular work or
interest. Before accepting any outside engineering employment, they will notify their
employers.
d. Engineers shall not attempt to attract an engineer from another employer by false or
misleading pretenses.
e. Engineers shall not promote their own interest at the expense of the dignity and integrity of
the profession.
f. Engineers shall treat all persons with dignity, respect, fairness and without discrimination.
2. Engineers shall at all times strive to serve the public interest.
a. Engineers are encouraged to participate in civic affairs; career guidance for youths; and work for
the advancement of the safety, health, and well-being of their community.
b. Engineers shall not complete, sign, or seal plans and/or specifications that are not in
conformity with applicable engineering standards. If the client or employer insists on such
unprofessional conduct, they shall notify the proper authorities and withdraw from further
service on the project.
c. Engineers are encouraged to extend public knowledge and appreciation of engineering and
its achievements.
d. Engineers are encouraged to adhere to the principles of sustainable development1 in order to
protect the environment for future generations.
e. Engineers shall continue their professional development throughout their careers and should
keep current in their specialty fields by engaging in professional practice, participating in
continuing education courses, reading in the technical literature, and attending professional
meetings and seminars.
2. Engineers shall avoid all conduct or practice that deceives the public.
a. Engineers shall avoid the use of statements containing a material misrepresentation of fact or
omitting a material fact.
b. Consistent with the foregoing, engineers may advertise for recruitment of personnel.
c. Consistent with the foregoing, engineers may prepare articles for the lay or technical press,
but such articles shall not imply credit to the author for work performed by others.
2. Engineers shall not disclose, without consent, confidential information concerning the business
affairs or technical processes of any present or former client or employer, or public body on which
they serve.
a. Engineers shall not, without the consent of all interested parties, promote or arrange for new
employment or practice in connection with a specific project for which the engineer has gained
particular and specialized knowledge.
b. Engineers shall not, without the consent of all interested parties, participate in or represent
an adversary interest in connection with a specific project or proceeding in which the
engineer has gained particular specialized knowledge on behalf of a former client or
employer.
2. Engineers shall not be influenced in their professional duties by conflicting interests.
a. Engineers shall not accept financial or other considerations, including free engineering designs,
from material or equipment suppliers for specifying their product.
b. Engineers shall not accept commissions or allowances, directly or indirectly, from contractors
or other parties dealing with clients or employers of the engineer in connection with work for
which the engineer is responsible.

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2. Engineers shall not attempt to obtain employment or advancement or professional
engagements by untruthfully criticizing other engineers, or by other improper or questionable
methods.
a. Engineers shall not request, propose, or accept a commission on a contingent basis under
circumstances in which their judgment may be compromised.
b. Engineers in salaried positions shall accept part-time engineering work only to the extent
consistent with policies of the employer and in accordance with ethical considerations.
c. Engineers shall not, without consent, use equipment, supplies, laboratory, or office facilities
of an employer to carry on outside private practice.
2. Engineers shall not attempt to injure, maliciously or falsely, directly or indirectly, the
professional reputation, prospects, practice, or employment of other engineers. Engineers who
believe others are guilty of unethical or illegal practice shall present such information to the
proper authority for action.
a. Engineers in private practice shall not review the work of another engineer for the same client,
except with the knowledge of such engineer, or unless the connection of such engineer with the
work has been terminated.
b. Engineers in governmental, industrial, or educational employ are entitled to review and
evaluate the work of other engineers when so required by their employment duties.
c. Engineers in sales or industrial employ are entitled to make engineering comparisons of
represented products with products of other suppliers.
2. Engineers shall accept personal responsibility for their professional activities, provided,
however, that engineers may seek indemnification for services arising out of their practice for
other than gross negligence, where the engineer's interests cannot otherwise be protected.
a. Engineers shall conform with state registration laws in the practice of engineering.
b. Engineers shall not use association with a nonengineer, a corporation, or partnership as a
"cloak" for unethical acts.
2. Engineers shall give credit for engineering work to those to whom credit is due, and will
recognize the proprietary interests of others.
a. Engineers shall, whenever possible, name the person or persons who may be individually
responsible for designs, inventions, writings, or other accomplishments.
b. Engineers using designs supplied by a client recognize that the designs remain the property
of the client and may not be duplicated by the engineer for others without express
permission.
c. Engineers, before undertaking work for others in connection with which the engineer may
make improvements, plans, designs, inventions, or other records that may justify copyrights
or patents, should enter into a positive agreement regarding ownership.
d. Engineers' designs, data, records, and notes referring exclusively to an employer's work are
the employer's property. The employer should indemnify the engineer for use of the
information for any purpose other than the original purpose.
Footnote 1 "Sustainable development" is the challenge of meeting human needs for natural resources,
industrial products, energy, food, transportation, shelter, and effective waste management while conserving
and protecting environmental quality and the natural resource base essential for future development.
As Revised July 2019
By order of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, former Section 11(c) of the
NSPE Code of Ethics prohibiting competitive bidding, and all policy statements, opinions, rulings or
other guidelines interpreting its scope, have been rescinded as unlawfully interfering with the legal
right of engineers, protected under the antitrust laws, to provide price information to prospective
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clients; accordingly, nothing contained in the NSPE Code of Ethics, policy statements, opinions,
rulings or other guidelines prohibits the submission of price quotations or competitive bids for
engineering services at any time or in any amount.
Statement by NSPE Executive Committee
In order to correct misunderstandings which have been indicated in some instances since the
issuance of the Supreme Court decision and the entry of the Final Judgment, it is noted that in its
decision of April 25, 1978, the Supreme Court of the United States declared: "The Sherman Act does
not require competitive bidding."
It is further noted that as made clear in the Supreme Court decision:
1. Engineers and firms may individually refuse to bid for engineering services.
2. Clients are not required to seek bids for engineering services.
3. Federal, state, and local laws governing procedures to procure engineering services are not
affected, and remain in full force and effect.
4. State societies and local chapters are free to actively and aggressively seek legislation for
professional selection and negotiation procedures by public agencies.
5. State registration board rules of professional conduct, including rules prohibiting competitive
bidding for engineering services, are not affected and remain in full force and effect. State
registration boards with authority to adopt rules of professional conduct may adopt rules
governing procedures to obtain engineering services.
6. As noted by the Supreme Court, "nothing in the judgment prevents NSPE and its members
from attempting to influence governmental action .

Q2. Site Budgeting

The financial strategy and control of costs related to the development or building of a site are referred
to as the site budget. It is a crucial component of project management since it ensures that the site is
finished within the budget allotted and that resources are used efficiently effective use of it . The site
budget accounts for all project-related costs, such as costs for supplies, labour, machinery, licences,
and other expenses. It is created throughout the planning process throughout the project's lifespan, it
is updated to reflect each phase and scope, schedule, and other elements may vary. A site budget
will be created by the project manager must first list every task needed to finish the project, estimate
the materials needed for each activity.

One of the most important factors to consider when budgeting for a site is the cost of materials.
Material costs can vary significantly depending on factors such as location, availability and
Quality. The project manager must carefully evaluate the cost and quality of materials
ensure that they choose the best options for the project within the allocated budget.
Labor costs are another critical factor in managing the website budget. The project manager must
takes into account the hourly rate of labor and possible additional costs such as benefits, insurance,
and taxes. The project manager must also consider the availability of skilled labor in the area
and factor it into the budget. Equipment costs are also important in the workplace
budget management. The project manager must estimate costs and availability
equipment needed for the project and factor it into the budget. The project manager must
Also consider the maintenance and repair costs of the equipment to make sure it works
in good condition throughout the project. Permits and other regulatory costs are also important
considerations in the target budget possession of. The project manager must estimate the cost and
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timeline for obtaining permits and ensure that they are reflected in the budget. The project manager
should also consider this any additional costs associated with meeting regulatory requirements .

Example
To effectively manage the project budget, the project manager must constantly monitor and update
the budget throughout the life of the project. This includes monitoring costs, identifying cost overruns
and implementing corrective actions to recover the project. One example of effective site budget
management is building a new office a building The project manager developed a comprehensive
website budget that included everything project-related costs such as materials,labor, equipment,
permits, and regulatory costs.

Effectively managing the website budget, the project manager ensured the completion of the project
within the allocated budget and resources were used effectively. This approach helped build trust
and credibility within the project management team and ultimately ensured the success of the project.

Q3. Cost Control Management

Planning, estimating, budgeting, and cost control are all essential components of project cost
management, which is a crucial component of project management. When a project is managed well,
it is completed within the specified budget and meets the Project goals and quality standards. The
initial stage of project cost management entails planning. This stage entails creating a cost
management strategy that details how costs will be managed. All project costs are estimated,
budgeted, and monitored. The cost-management strategy offers advice on how to control expenses
throughout the project's life cycle. The strategy must be created in collaboration with significant
stakeholders and ought to be often reviewed and modified as the project progresses.

The plan must be developed internally collaboration with key stakeholders and should be regularly
reviewed and updated throughout the project is progressing the second step in project cost
management is cost forecasting. This step involves evaluation the cost of all project resources,
including labor, material, equipment and other costs that arise during the project. The cost estimate
is critical because it helps the project managers to understand the resources needed to successfully
complete the project. Court decision cost accounting can be a difficult task because it requires great
accuracy especially if when handling large and complex projects. Cost estimation techniques include
bottom-up, top-down, parametric and analog estimation. A top-down estimate includes a cost
estimate for each project activity or work package and combining them to define the overall project
publishing This technique is time consuming but offers high accuracy. Top to bottom the estimate
includes an estimate of the total cost of the project and the allocation of costs to the individual
activities or work packages. This technique is faster but less accurate. Parametric estimation using
statistical data to estimate project costs, while analog estimation involves using past project data to
estimate costs.
Then budgeting. Based on estimates from the project budget is determined. This requires combining
the estimated costs using individual project activities or work packages to establish a baseline of total
project costs. Budget used throughout the project as a guide to project cost management. There
should be a budget realistic and all budget changes must be approved through the change control
process.
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Then in project cost management is cost control. Actual throughout the project
costs are controlled and compared to the budget. All deviations are analyzed and corrective
measures are implementedtaken as needed. The purpose of cost management is to ensure
completion within the project of the approved budget, while still meeting the objectives and quality
requirements of the project. Publishing control techniques include earned value management,
variance analysis, and trend analysis.

Earned value management (EVM) is a technique that compares value to planned value (PV).
work is performed at actual cost (AC) to determine project efficiency. EVM
provides project managers with valuable information about project schedule and cost
performance, allowing them to take corrective actions to improve the project.

Methods of prediction

Forecasting methods are a critical part of project management because they help ensure that
projects are completed within the allocated budget. Effective cost management includes
track and manage project costs throughout the project life cycle while forecasting costs
methods are used to forecast the future costs of the project based on the current progress of the
project and presentation By combining these two approaches, project managers can manage
proactively costs and take corrective actions to avoid cost overruns and delays.

Q4 .Quality Control
In the building sector, quality control is a methodical procedure that makes sure the finished product complies
with the necessary standards and requirements. It is an essential step in the construction process since it
ensures the functionality, longevity, and safety of the end outcome. In this post, we will examine quality
assurance in the construction business, with a focus on its salient features and advantages.Quality control in
the construction industry is a systematic process that ensures this the final product meets the required
standards and specifications. This is the key part construction process as it helps ensure safety, durability
and functionality final product. In this article we discuss in detail about quality control construction industry
including its main aspects and benefits.

Design

Quality control starts with planning. This includes determining the required quality standards,developing a
quality management plan and creating quality control procedures. The quality management plan outlines the
processes and procedures that are used ensure that the project meets the required quality standards. It
contains details inspections and tests to be carried out, required documents and project team roles and
responsibilities.

Inspection

Regular inspections and tests are carried out at various stages of construction process This includes testing
materials, checking the quality of work construction and verification of compliance with building codes and
regulations. Inspections and tests may be performed by the project team or a third party inspectors Material
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testing is an important part of construction quality control area Materials such as concrete, steel and wood
must meet the required quality standards to ensure the safety and durability of the final product. Testing of
materials may include compression testing of concrete, tension testing of steel and visual testing wood
inspections.

Labor inspection is also a critical factor in quality control in the construction industry. It verifies whether the
work has been done according to the requirements quality standards. This may include verifying the correct
materials and methods use that the work is done to the required tolerances and that the work is flawless.
Compliance with building codes and regulations is also critical part of quality control in the construction
industry. Building codes and regulations are in place to ensure the safe and advanced implementation of
construction projects. Inspectors check whether the building complies with the relevant rules and regulations
that the necessary permits and approvals are obtained.

Documentation

Documentation is an important part of quality control in the construction industry. It contains maintains
records of inspections, tests and approvals. Documentation can be in the form of written reports,
photographs or other types of documents. Good documentation is essential ensure that the construction
process is clearly recorded and that there are no problems or defects identified and treated. Quality
controlalso includes training to ensure they have the necessary skills and expertise performs its work
according to quality standards. Training may include training in the use of special tools and equipment,
correct methods and procedures and training with relevant rules and regulations.

Q5. Site Waste Management

Site waste management is a crucial component of any construction project since it helps to reduce the
negative environmental effects of the work being done and makes sure that waste is handled safely and
responsibly. We shall list the procedures for this fictitious projectengaging in site waste management and
offering advice on how to put into a waste management strategy.Site waste management is an important part of
any construction project because it helps minimizes the environmental impact of the construction process and ensures
that no waste is generated handle safely and responsibly. In this hypothetical project, we describe the steps involved in
waste management and provides guidance for effective implementation waste plan .

1: Estimation of waste

The first step in on-site waste management is to assess the types and quantities of incoming waste occurs during the
construction process. This assessment will help determine appropriate waste management strategies and identify
potential hazards.

To carry out the waste assessment, the project team must consider the following:

 Types of materials used in the construction process

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 Quantity of each material required

 Potential for hazardous waste such as chemicals or asbestos

 Option to use recyclable materials such as metals or plastics

 Ability to reduce waste, for example by using prefabricated components or elsewhere production

2: Reduce and Minimize Waste

Once the waste assessment is complete, the project team should focus on the waste reduction and minimization. To do
this, it is necessary to find ways to reduce the amount waste generated during the construction process.

To reduce and minimize waste, the project team should consider the following:

 Use of prefabricated components or off-site manufacturing to reduce on-site waste

 Reuse of materials where possible, such as salvaged bricks or wood

 Recycled materials such as metal or plastic

 Minimization of packaging waste by defining materials as little as possible

 Implementation of an on-site sorting system to separate recyclable and non-recyclable waste

3: Waste plan

The procedures and strategies used for waste management are presented in the waste plan waste on site. The plan
must include:

 Waste sorting and storage procedure

 Transportation and disposal of waste

 Identification of hazardous waste and procedures for its safe handling and disposal

 Material recycling and reuse procedure

 waste management training for site staff

4. Segregation

Waste sorting means sorting waste into different categories according to their type possibility of reuse or recycling. The
project team must implement a waste sorting system on site to ensure proper classification and storage of waste.

When storing waste, local and industry best practices must be followed practices It contains:

 Use appropriate containers for different types of waste

 Keeping waste in a safe place to prevent contamination or unauthorized access

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 It is ensured that the waste is stored in a way that does not present a danger to the employees of the object or

audience

5: Transportation and waste disposal

Waste must be transported and disposed of in accordance with local regulations regulations and industry best
practices. It contains:

 Use of authorized waste haulers to ensure safe and legal transport of waste

 Disposal of waste is ensured in facilities that have permission to receive it a kind of garbage

 Procedures are implemented to trace waste from the point of origin to its final disposal to the goal .

 Transportation and disposal of waste is ensured in a way that does not cause a danger to workplace personnel
or the public

Site waste management is an integral part of all construction projects. We apply an an effective waste plan can help
minimize the environmental impact of waste a construction process that ensures safe and responsible waste
management reduces waste disposal costs. Following the steps described above, the project the team can implement
an effective waste plan and contribute more sustainable construction

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