Abstract: The potential for automated real‐time data acquisition, process control and robotics for remote, large‐scale field operations, such as those on construction engineering projects, is addressed. Classifications of technologies ...

Abstract: Midcareer reflections based on work combining computers and construction leave an appreciation for the rapid progress that has taken place in both fields in recent decades. Computers have brought many benefits in helping ...

Abstract: Change is ubiquitous in construction project schedules and there are many interrelationships and interdependencies in project schedule changes. Therefore, a schedule change in the work of a subcontractor might affect ...

Abstract: This paper presents the controller‐function (CF) chart, a tool that maps essential site‐management functions to the corresponding areas of responsibility in the site organization. In developing a CF chart for a specific ...

Abstract: Construction craft jurisdiction, normally exercised by unions, includes both territorial and technological claims to certain categories of work. Jurisdiction is important to unions in maintaining membership, negotiating ...

Abstract: This paper defines information requirements to support decision‐making needs of site‐level personnel constructing a facility. It focuses on information required to drive the process, rather than technical information for ...

Abstract: An information classification system in construction management is related to specifications, bills of quantities, network analysis, and cost estimating. A construction information classification system (CICS) provides a ...