Construction Management and Materials

Construction Management and Materials is a specialized field within civil engineering that focuses on the practical execution and physical components of construction projects. It encompasses the entire project lifecycle, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and on-site supervision, to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. A critical aspect of this discipline is the study, selection, and testing of construction materials—such as concrete, steel, asphalt, and timber—to guarantee their performance, durability, and sustainability in the final structure.

1. Introduction to Construction Management
   1. Definition and Scope of Construction Management
   2. Historical Development of Construction Management
   3. The Role of a Construction Manager
      1. Key Responsibilities
      2. Required Skills and Competencies
      3. Ethical and Professional Standards
   4. The Construction Industry and its Sectors
      1. Overview of the Construction Industry
      2. Residential Sector
         1. Single-Family Homes
         2. Multi-Family Housing
         3. Townhouses and Condominiums
         4. Affordable Housing Projects
         5. Custom vs. Production Building
      3. Commercial Sector
         1. Office Buildings
         2. Retail Centers
         3. Hotels and Hospitality
         4. Healthcare Facilities
         5. Educational Buildings
         6. Mixed-Use Developments
      4. Industrial Sector
         1. Manufacturing Facilities
         2. Warehouses and Distribution Centers
         3. Power Plants
         4. Chemical Processing Plants
         5. Food Processing Facilities
      5. Heavy Civil and Infrastructure Sector
         1. Transportation Infrastructure
         2. Water and Wastewater Systems
         3. Bridges and Tunnels
         4. Airports and Ports
         5. Public vs. Private Infrastructure
   5. Project Stakeholders and Their Roles
      1. Owner and Client
         1. Private Owners
         2. Public Owners
         3. Institutional Owners
         4. Owner's Objectives and Involvement
      2. Design Team
         1. Architect's Role
         2. Structural Engineer's Role
         3. MEP Engineer's Role
         4. Civil Engineer's Role
         5. Specialty Consultants
         6. Coordination Between Disciplines
      3. Contractor
         1. General Contractor Responsibilities
         2. Construction Management Firms
         3. Specialty Contractors
      4. Subcontractors and Suppliers
         1. Trade Subcontractors
         2. Material Suppliers
         3. Equipment Suppliers
         4. Subcontractor Selection and Management
      5. Regulatory Agencies
         1. Building Code Officials
         2. Permitting Authorities
         3. Environmental Agencies
         4. Fire Departments
         5. Utility Companies
   6. The Project Lifecycle
      1. Feasibility and Conception
         1. Project Need Identification
         2. Market Analysis
         3. Initial Budgeting
         4. Preliminary Scheduling
      2. Design and Engineering
         1. Programming and Pre-Design
         2. Schematic Design
         3. Design Development
         4. Construction Documents
         5. Permit Submission
      3. Procurement and Bidding
         1. Contractor Prequalification
         2. Bid Package Preparation
         3. Bid Solicitation
         4. Bid Evaluation and Award
      4. Construction Phase
         1. Project Mobilization
         2. Site Management and Supervision
         3. Progress Monitoring and Control
         4. Quality Assurance and Control
      5. Post-Construction and Closeout
         1. System Commissioning
         2. Final Inspections
         3. Project Handover
         4. Warranty Period Management
         5. Post-Occupancy Evaluation