Construction Project Management
This podcast educates listeners about best practices in the construction industry. It emphasizes the importance of following standard procedures to ensure stakeholders receive value for money. The focus is on delivering construction projects that meet and exceed client expectations through proper project management.
Episodes
Programme of Works
On this episode, we highlight the need of Programme of Works in Construction and how it works and helps track time on your project.
How to overcome Quality Assurance Challenges on a Project.
On this episode we discussed the steps to overcome quality assurances challenges, standard practices and an example of quality assurance on a ceiling installation to meet project specifications and requirements.
Method Statement in Construction.
On this episode we explained why Method Statement is required in Construction by all project stakeholders to achieve the project objectives.
Advance Payment in Construction
On this episode we clarified reasons why payment in advance is required for contractors in Africa.
Why Construction Estimating is important to any Project.
On this episode we clarified the importance of project estimation to owners and contractors for project success.
Why Hire a Project Manager?
On this episode we highlight the reason why hiring a Project Manager to coordinate your project is key to the success of any project.
Key Clauses in Construction Contracts
On this episode we highlighted the important clauses that makes up a good construction contract before sign off by both parties.
Best Procedure for Quality Control
On this episode we identified clear procedures for quality control to meet the desired quality standards.
Waterproofing in Residential Buildings
On this episode we are educating our audience on key areas to waterproofing while building your residential property.
Project Scope Creep
On this episode we talking about reasons why unauthorized additional works (scope creep) leads to project delays and cost impact.
Why Natural Light is important in building.
Natural light is beneficial to improving our wellbeing, savings cost and aesthetic of a space. On this episode we discuss the reasons and benefit of natural light in architectural design.
Sustainable Construction
On this episode we talked about the different aspects of sustainable construction, how to make our homes more sustainable and sustainable contraction practices.
Managing Burnout as a PM.
Being burned out means feeling empty and mentally exhausted, devoid of motivation, and beyond caring. People experiencing burnout often don't see any hope of positive change in their situations. On this episode we discuss on managing burnout.
Safety Management
Safety on Construction is key to the success of any project. In this episode we highlight the steps in safety management and common hazards on the job site.
Value Engineering
Value Engineering in construction projects considers alternative materials whilst reducing cost and improving or optimizing project quality.
Material Specification
On this episode, we clarify to listeners the details of specification in drawings and the cost impact in relation to final product.
Project Kickoff Meeting - Agenda
On this episode we highlight key agenda of a project kickoff meeting ahead of project construction proposed start date. The Agenda is standard best practice to kick start a pre-construction.
Quality in Construction
On this episode, more details about quality in construction and factors that determine/affect quality of construction were discussed.
Why As-Built Drawings are required?
Have you ever had of as-built drawings in construction and why is it required to save time and cost.
Interview with Expatriate PM
In today’s episode, we have a special guest joining us - Mr. Beyers Strydom, a seasoned Project Manager with Cappa & D’Alberto Ltd, an A-grade Building and Civil Engineering Contracting company based in Nigeria. In our insightful conversation, we’ll explore the intricacies of managing projects, discuss the challenges faced in the field and learn from Mr. Strydom’s wealth of experience.
Construction Pre-Planning Surveys
Surveys at construction pre-planning are key as they guide the planning team ahead to design their structures safely and fit for purpose.
Shop drawing Explained.
Shop drawings are important because they enable us to get accurate design model, optimize construction schedule and improve construction quality.
Why is business case required?
A business case is a live document to be used before, during and after completion of a project. It is a document with detailed analysis of a project or idea.
Profile of the Speaker
Introduction of myself, appreciation post and objective of the podcast. My LinkedIn profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/bayosuleprojectmgr
Project Manager Responsibilities
Engaging a Project Manager from the project initiation is key for a successful project handover.
Technologies in Construction Saving
The use of technologies in construction cannot be overemphasized as it helps mitigate the impact of changes.
Construction claims
A construction claim is a legal assertion of a right that requires either more time or payment by either party of the contract (often the contractor) for compensation of the losses brought on by the other party's failure to uphold their portion of the responsibilities as defined in the contract.
Carbon Emissions in Construction
The construction industry is responsible for a significant portion of global carbon emissions
Construction Tender
A document inviting contractors to bid for a construction project with details of the qualification requirements.
Stakeholder Identification
Identification of project stakeholders are key to help any project manager deliver a successful project.
Change Orders
Project change orders are scope additions or omissions on a live project.
Human Resources
Human Resources is an important deliverable in the construction industry.
Quality Control
Example of quality control procedure for casting a column on the job site.
