Get the must-have reference on construction contract administration-- and the essential study aid for the Certified ConstructionContract Administrator (CCCA) Exam. The CSI Construction Contract Administration PracticeGuide:
- Takes an in-depth look at standard contract documents and theirsuccessful use in construction projects.
- Provides expert commentary on various standard forms and theiruse in documenting design decisions made during projectconstruction and providing for clear project communications.
- Discusses the roles and responsibilities of all parties toconstruction agreements and their effective management.
- Packaged with the book is an access code whichprovides access to a password-protected Web site with bonuscontent, including a PDF of the printed book and copies of CSIformat documents, such as UniFormat andSectionFormat/PageFormat.
This easy-to-follow guide offers invaluable tips allconstruction professionals can immediately put to use for improvingthe overall skill and efficiency of document preparation thataccurately conveys stated goals, ensuring that all interestedindividuals receive fair representation throughout the entireconstruction process.
Part of the CSI Practice Guides, a library of comprehensivereferences specifically and carefully designed for the constructionprofessional. Each book examines important concepts and bestpractices integral to a particular aspect of the buildingprocess.
Table of Contents:
Preface. Acknowledgments.
Chapter 1 Introduction to Construction ContractAdministration.
1.1 Construction.
1.2 Construction as a Team Activity.
1.3 Understanding the Documents.
1.4 Administering Construction Based on Delivery Methods.
1.5 Construction Contract Administrator.
1.6 Contractor’s Project Manager.
1.7 Owner’s Project Manager.
Chapter 2 Roles and Responsibilities.
2.1 Owner.
2.2 Architect/Engineer.
2.3 Contractor.
2.4 Subcontractors and Suppliers.
2.5 Consultants.
2.6 Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
2.7 Testing Agency Inspectors.
2.8 Commissioning Authority.
2.9 Product Representatives.
2.10 Communication.
Chapter 3 Preconstruction.
3.1 Contractor’s Organization.
3.2 Notice to Proceed.
3.3 Contract Documents.
3.4 Preconstruction Submittals.
3.5 Permits and Regulatory Issues.
3.6 Preconstruction Meetings.
3.7 Verification of Site Conditions.
3.8 Mobilization.
Chapter 4 Meetings.
4.1 Procedures and Administration.
4.2 Types of Meetings.
Chapter 5 Submittals.
5.1 Contract Documents.
5.2 Preconstruction Submittals.
5.3 Construction Submittals.
5.4 Closeout Submittals.
5.5 Submittal Preparation.
5.6 Submittal Review.
5.7 Participant Responsibilities.
5.8 Record Keeping.
5.9 Processing Procedures.
Chapter 6 Site Visits, Observations, and Inspections.
6.1 Contract Requirements.
6.2 A/E Responsibilities.
6.3 Contractor’s Responsibilities.
6.4 Owner’s Responsibilities.
6.5 Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
6.6 Working Relationships.
6.7 Conduct at the Project Site.
6.8 Project Site Safety.
6.9 Defective and Nonconforming Work.
6.10 Delivery, Storage, and Protection of Products.
6.11 Progress Schedule Review.
6.12 Record Keeping and Reporting.
6.13 Establishing a Field Office.
6.14 Record Documents.
6.15 Review, Analysis, and Evaluation.
Chapter 7 Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
7.1 Participants Affect Quality.
7.2 Examples of Quality Assurance.
7.3 Examples of Quality Control.
7.4 Concurrent Quality Assurance/Quality Control Processes.
7.5 Quality Established by the Contract.
7.6 Team Approach.
Chapter 8 Interpretations and Modifications.
8.1 Interpreting Contract Documents.
8.2 Contract Modifications.
8.3 Substitutions.
8.4 Feedback.
Chapter 9 Executing the Work.
9.1 Field Engineering.
9.2 Supervision of Construction.
9.3 Coordinating Construction Activities.
9.4 Sequencing the Work.
9.5 Scheduling the Work.
9.6 Construction Means and Methods.
9.7 Product Delivery, Storage, and Handling.
9.8 Examination and Verification.
9.9 Preparation.
9.10 Erection, Installation, and Application.
9.11 Cleaning and Construction Waste Management.
9.12 Protecting Installed Construction.
9.13 Testing and Inspection.
9.14 Project Site Safety.
9.15 Contractor Record Keeping.
Chapter 10 Claims and Disputes.
10.1 Introduction.
10.3 Entitlement.
10.4 Resolving Claims.
10.5 Disputes.
Chapter 11 Measurement and Payment.
11.1 Applications for Payment.
11.2 Payment Intervals.
11.3 Basis of Payment.
11.4 Contractual Responsibilities.
11.5 Measurement.
11.7 Application for Payment.
11.8 Progress Payments.
11.9 Retainage.
11.10 Withholding Payment.
11.11 Failure to Make Payments.
11.12 Liens.
11.13 Liquidated Damages and Penalty/Bonus Clauses.
11.14 Substantial Completion, Partial Occupancy, FinalAcceptance, and Payments.
11.15 Final Payment.
Chapter 12 Project Closeout.
12.1 Participant Roles.
12.2 Closeout Meeting.
12.3 Closeout.
12.4 Postconstruction Services.
12.5 Facility Evaluation.
12.6 Project Feedback.
Chapter 13 Developing A Construction Contract AdministrationGuide.
13.1 Benefits.
13.2 Preparation.
13.3 Production.
13.4 Implementation.
Chapter 14. Summary.
Index.
About the Author :
THE CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS INSTITUTE (CSI) is a national association dedicated to creating standards and formats to improve construction documents and project delivery. The organization, which has 146 chapters, is unique in the industry in that its members are a cross-section of specifiers, architects, engineers, contractors, and building materials suppliers. CSI is renowned in the industry for its rigorous certification programs for professionals seeking to improve their knowledge of accurate and concise construction documents.
