Annual Meetings-Pre-Fab Modular Construction

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The document discusses the increasing popularity of off-site construction methods, such as prefabrication and modularization, due to benefits like reduced construction time, waste, and costs. Permanent Modular Construction (PMC) is highlighted as a subset of off-site construction, emphasizing its flexibility and sustainability. Challenges to wider implementation of off-site construction include adapting to new building processes and timelines. Project scopes and delivery methods vary, impacting scheduling, labor coordination, and quality control.<br /><br />Builders Risk Fundamentals for Modular Construction Projects are covered, outlining property and time element coverage basics, potential disputes, and project scheduling considerations. Property coverage typically includes expenses for construction contracts, architectural fees, code upgrades, and transit. Time element coverage extends to soft costs like interest on construction financing and additional expenses due to delays. Disputes can arise regarding the costs of repairs, delay periods, and coverage triggers.<br /><br />The document also delves into project scheduling essentials, critical path analysis, and the impact of modular construction on construction timelines. Contractors are expected to adjust schedules in response to delays or events affecting construction progress. The analysis includes examples of project schedules for traditional and modular construction, highlighting the differences in critical path management and schedule updates. The importance of logical sequencing of activities, accurate updates, and monitoring project progress is emphasized to ensure timely and cost-effective project completion.

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Presented by:
Charlie Walden, Silver Creek Industries and Douglas DePhillips J.S. Held

Keywords

off-site construction methods

prefabrication

modularization

Permanent Modular Construction (PMC)

flexibility

sustainability

Builders Risk Fundamentals

Modular Construction Projects

project scheduling

critical path analysis