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This document discusses construction project management. It defines the construction industry and a construction project manager's roles and responsibilities, which include budgeting, scheduling, coordinating workers, and communicating with clients. It also lists technical and managerial knowledge needed for construction project management, such as team management, planning, communication, and openness to feedback. Finally, it outlines some differences between construction project management in the Philippines versus other countries.

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Bataan Peninsula State University Arsc

This document discusses construction project management. It defines the construction industry and a construction project manager's roles and responsibilities, which include budgeting, scheduling, coordinating workers, and communicating with clients. It also lists technical and managerial knowledge needed for construction project management, such as team management, planning, communication, and openness to feedback. Finally, it outlines some differences between construction project management in the Philippines versus other countries.

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BATAAN PENINSULA STATE UNIVERSITY

MAIN CAMPUS
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE

ARSC 503
ASSIGNMENT No. 1

GERALDEZ, ROVIE P.
BUENAVENTURA, CEZAR JR. R
DEFENITION OF CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

The branch of manufacture and trade based on the building, maintaining, and
repairing structures. This includes drilling and solid mineral exploration.

MY OWN DEFENITION

It is a field of constructing buildings that needs a laborer, a machine, engineers, and


architect.

CPM (CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT) IN CONSTRUCTION


INDUSTRY

A construction project manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, budgeting


and supervising projects from the beginning to the end. In short, a construction project
manager has to take care of the following:

• Put together the budget and negotiate cost estimates


• Arrange the work timetables
• Choose the most efficient construction method and strategies
• Stay in touch with the clients for work or budget related issues
• Discuss about technical and contract details with workers and other professional
parties
• Keep an eye on the personnel in construction onsite
• Cooperate with building and construction specialists

CONTRIBUTION OF CONSTRUCTION INDUTRY IN ECONOMY

Contribution of Construction Industry in Economic Growth. Construction is an


important sector that contributes greatly in the economic growth of a nation. ...
Government contracts with Construction Industry to develop infrastructure related to
health, transport as well as education sector. This is widely recognized as a good
indicator of a countries wealth. The construction industry is a major contributor to UK
GDP as a business sector, it contributes 8%-10%. The construction industry makes a
valuable contribution to our economy. ... Describe the contribution that
the construction industry makes to society.
TECHNICAL AND MANAGERIAL KNOWLEDGE NEED FOR
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT

1. Team Management
As in any leadership role with a company, a construction project manager has to —
well, manage. Your ability to get your group on the same page and establish a team
mission will play a vital role in being an effective team manager. Every day will
present new challenges for your team and it will be essential to your success that these
things are handled promptly and professionally.
2. Delegation
Project managers are not meant to perform duties and tasks on their own, which is
why they have a team to support them. Delegating assignments will give you the
necessary time to focus on keeping your team on track and ensuring all job functions
are moving forward. This includes making sure you have the right people working on
the responsibilities best suited to their talents and skills.
3. Leadership
An effective leader is a good communicator, a motivator, and a team builder. There is
a never-ending list of characteristics that make a good leader, but here are a few you’ll
find near the top:
• Must be knowledgeable of their industry and keep up with the ever-changing trends.
• Know their team on a personal level and earn their respect.
• Avoid micromanagement and focus instead on helping the team with their daily tasks.
• Lead by both word and deed as opposed to a “do as I say, not as I do” attitude.
• Make the tough decisions others aren’t able to make.
4. Organization
Any construction project manager is going to find they are constantly juggling
multiple responsibilities at one time. Maintaining a high level of organization will
keep your mind clear and open to that tasks you need to achieve on your day-to-day
schedule. Using project management software is a great way to help you maintain a
routine and ensure everything on your checklist gets done.
5. Communication
Good communication skills are crucial to the success of any person within a business,
but a project manager needs to be on an entirely different level. The majority of their
job includes talking to people, including their team, outsourced vendors, clients, and
more. While you should do everything, you can to develop this skill set before
becoming a manager, it is something you will always be improving.
6. Prioritizing
German writer, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, once said that “things which matter
most must never be at the mercy of things which matter least.” It is your responsibility
as a construction project manager to determine what things matter most and take
priority. Paying close attention to the items on your to do list will be an immense help
to figuring out what needs to be completed first and what can be pushed back.
7. Planning
We’ve all heard the overused saying that if you fail to plan you plan to fail, but it
continues to ring true every time. You must have a plan that is easily accessible for all
members of your team members to follow. By using powerful planning tools,
assigning tasks, and setting up attainable milestones, you will be a more successful
leader.
8. Risk Management
Within the world of project management, risks are not always a bad thing, but simply
something different than what was originally planned. This can range from anything
like an unexpected change in the scope of work or reaching a milestone sooner than
anticipated. A construction project manager in particular will have to master the skill
of managing risk, as construction can be one of the most volatile industries in the
business world.
9. Goal Setting
Setting goals is similar to planning, but with a more focused emphasis on the long-
term needs of the company. These goals, often referred to as milestones in project
management, don’t have to be monumental or elaborate to be effective. They can
include anything as simple as hiring someone for a new role or providing scheduled
updates to stakeholders about a project’s progress.
10. Open to Feedback
Just because someone reaches the ranking of manager, doesn’t mean they instantly
know it all and no longer need to progress. The most powerful manages are
always open to feedback and suggestions from those both above them in their
business and those they manage. They must always be open to learning new ways of
doing things that may end up being more beneficial to their overall success in the long
run.

DIFFERENCES OF CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY IN THE PHILIPPINES TO


OTHER COUNTRIES

1. Construction managers will manage only the construction portion of the


product. The CM is an expert in building trades including electrical, carpentry,
plumbing and general construction. They oversee day-to-day operations from
pre-construction through the project punch list. Essentially, a CM is a project
manager with a specific area of knowledge.
2. A construction manager is involved in personnel management at the
construction site. The CM will ensure that materials are delivered on time, that
tools are available and that resources are properly allocated.
3. A project manager runs all aspects of the real estate project. This includes
everything from the initial planning, site selection and analysis, design,
procurement, construction and the physical move. Because the PM is
responsible for the project budget and schedule, it is beneficial to have an
independent resource. The PM will be keenly aware of anything that will
extend the project schedule and inflate the project budget and aims to mitigate
those risks.
4. A project manager is brought on at the inception of a real estate project and
therefore has a comprehensive understanding of the client’s goals. A project
manager works very closely with the client to gain a comprehensive
understanding of all aspects of the real estate project. More than knowing what
the client needs out of their physical space, a project manager has the
knowledge from the client to understand the specific needs so that the end
result is precisely what the client wants.
5. The main difference is the level of authority. A CM oversees all construction
activities. A PM supervises the CM. The project manager has greater
responsibility to the project, as he/she oversees more than the construction
process. Therefore, a project manager will often supervise a construction
manager.

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