CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND

PROJECT MANAGEMENT
CE 434 — CMPM

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LEARNING3POCKET 5
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Student task task

LANZE GABREILL D. FLORES, BSCE 4B

FLORES, LANZE GABREILL D. BSCE – 4B
LEARNING POCKET 5, STUDENT TASK – CMPM

Q1. What is Construction Dispute? Lists at least 3 common causes of

Construction Disputes. briefly explain these common causes and how to avoid
it.

Answer:

Construction disputes arise as a result of disagreements between contracting

parties. These disputes are not a breach of contract in and of themselves, but if left
unresolved, they may lead to a breach of contract, termination, or even claims threatening
the contractor's surety bonds. Contract parties must therefore take the necessary steps
to reduce the possibility of contract disputes arising.

The following are the most common situations that lead to construction disputes:

1. CONTRACT ERRORS OR OMISSIONS

The most common cause of construction disputes is one that can be easily avoided.
A thoroughly vetted contract that is fully agreed upon by all parties can save a lot
of trouble later on.
The most common source of legal wrangling for contractors is ambiguous contract
language. Pay close attention to provisions that affect your right to compensation
and/or time extensions in the event of delays or changes caused by the owner.
Change order provisions, no-damage clauses, differing site condition provisions, and
substantial completion requirements are among them.
2. DIFFERING SITE CONDITIONS
While a construction bid assumes that site conditions are reflected in the initial
package, this is not always the case. When construction begins, the site condition
may differ due to soil conditions, subsurface conditions, unexpected structures, and
obstructions. These circumstances can lead to disagreements and disputes.

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3. NONCOMPLIANCE OF CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS
While a well-written contract can make a difference, it is not always sufficient. If a
contractor, subcontractor, employer, or other party fails to meet their obligations, the
other parties will generally attempt to seek redress.
If your project managers and crews fail to follow contractually mandated
procedures, disputes may still arise. For example, ensure that they understand and
adhere to the change order approval process. This includes adhering to all notice
and approval requirements, as well as thoroughly documenting additional costs.
Hence, we have to monitor our obligations properly to avoid such.
4. CONFLICT OVER CONSTRUCTION DELAY
Most construction projects end up taking longer than expected. If the general
contractor or any subcontractor fails to complete their duties by the deadlines or
according to the project schedule, the entire construction project may be delayed.
This can lead to disagreements and, in some cases, liquidated damages being
imposed on the contractor.
To address this, an accurate scheduling is needed. A solid schedule can be used
to identify delays early on and take steps to prevent or minimize them before they
become a source of contention.
5. CONFLICT OVER NONPAYMENT OF CLAIMS
Contractor has the right to submit his progress claim on a monthly or as agreed
basis. It is the employer's responsibility to pay certified progress claims within the
time frame specified. When a construction company owner learns of a dispute, it is
frequently too late to prevent serious consequences. Responsible contractors will
guide us through the project, putting it in the best position to identify potential
problems as they arise. They should train themselves to recognize problematic issues
and act quickly to resolve them. This frequently prevents problems from escalating
into full-fledged conflicts.

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Q2. Submit a sample Construction Daily Report (at least 5 pages).

Answer:

CE 303 (On-the-Job Training)

MIDYEAR (2021-2022)
Eastern Visayas State University
Construction Site Daily Inspection Reports (By Group)

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