Based on a case study of the Yates Exterior Historic Preservation Project, this session explores how to utilize proactive schedule analysis to identify future threats to schedule, budget, and quality in advance to mitigate a threat. The benefits and...
This session’s experienced panel of women in construction discusses how they found success in the industry and shares the stories of their paths to management. In addition, the panel will explore answers to some of the challenging obstacles they’ve...
The prompt resolution of claims is more essential than ever for the modern construction project. The speed, frequency, and complexity of changes as well as the conditional availability of project financing have linked project success and efficient...
The emotional intelligence of an organization's leaders can positively or negatively affect the company’s entire culture. While self-awareness has been shown to be one of the most important qualities a leader can possess, it is rarely taught in...
As Construction Management practitioners, we must be more cognizant of the unique dimensions of the security threats and the opportunities available to minimize/address the vulnerabilities in our schools. In this session, an experienced panel will...
The face of Construction Management is constantly changing. The panel for this session is a group of diverse CM leaders, both owners and practitioners, who will address the human issues facing project (and business) leaders today. They will discuss...
Technology is all around us and is causing fundamental changes in how we design, plan, and construct our projects. However, it is not always easily implemented on construction projects. During this session, you will hear from three practicing CCMs...
Lean Construction tools and principles are changing the way how we plan, design, build, and operate buildings. Alternative project delivery methods in conjunction with Lean Construction principles have led to increased team collaboration, design...
Exactly 100 years ago, the landmark Spearin case instructed owners, designers, CMs, and contractors as to the Owner’s warranty and responsibility for the accuracy of the design. Since that time, the “Spearin Doctrine” has guided the resolution of...
Recruiting, training, and retaining highly qualified Construction Management and inspection staff is our Industry’s greatest challenge. This session will focus on how to successfully deploy new strategies to handle these challenges. Hear how one CCM...