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Expert: - 4/13/2011


Question
u plz help out me the role of computer applicationin improving productivty of construction project in terms of

architechural design
structural design
project planning and scheduling
progress monitoring and control
accounting
site management

Answer
Hello Zeeshan,

The use of a computer in the construction industry is mandatory in this day and age.

Architectural and engineering plans and specifications can be downloaded and the architect and/or engineer can make revisions, modifications, amendments or changes instantly and transmit that information to a contractor, supplier and governing agencies.

This ability along with the instant accounting is a necessity for project management.  Costs can be recognized very quickly and a project will not lose continuity.  The site manager now has instant communication via internet to acknowledge revisions, cost changes, time gain or lose and project progress.

A Critical Path time line can be modified or amended instantly and the information transferred to subcontractors and suppliers.

Before computers I would have a weekly meeting to review all the above which means that a problem may not get resolved for an entire week.  This was costly and slowed the project.

A computer and its accessories (fax, printer, scanner, touch pad, GPS) all are critical to the smooth operation and management of a project.

I hope this was helpful.

Roger
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I am experienced in all types of construction: residential, industrial and commercial; single family, multi-family, mid-rise and high rise buildings (16 story office building) as well as remodeling, additions and tenant improvements. I can field most any question that relates to general construction. I have consulted with infrastructure (utility) contractors also and have a good general knowledge of underground utility construction for subdivisions and commercial projects.

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After college, I began my career in the construction industry. I chose to become an apprentice Architect and 4 yrs later I opened my own architectural design firm. Six years later I moved to Florida to buy & develop land and build. I became a State of Florida Certified General Contractor and operated my business for 45 years. I built all types of residential and commercial buildings including warehouses, shopping centers, high rise apartments and office buildings and developed sites for other contractors. I retired and became a consultant to the construction industry. I maintain my license and continuing education requirements, operate a small construction company and write a weekly newspaper column for the Palm Beach Post (a Cox publication) with the byline "Ask The Contractor". I am the "technical editor" for a publisher of books that relate to home maintenance.

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Previously - NAHA Currently - FLCA (Florida Licensed Contractors Assoc.)

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Palm Beach Post newspaper - weekly Q & A column Happy Herald monthly real estate publication - monthly column

Education/Credentials
Michigan State University University of Detroit BS in Engineering

Past/Present Clients
I built a home in Palm Beach for a member of the Pulitzer Family. I was responsible for the completion of a twin hi-rise condominium project for G.E. Credit. I was a partner in the successful development of a P.U.D. (Planned Urban Development) subdivision. I represented the largest home builder from France (Bati Service, S.A.) in the development of a subdivision and the design and construction of the homes.

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