Concrete is found under Division 03 of the CSI MasterFormat, which organizes construction specifications into specific divisions for materials and processes. This format standardizes how construction information is structured.
The Project Manual is a key document in construction, including specifications, contract forms, general conditions, and supplementary conditions. It provides a legal and procedural framework for the project, and the CDT ensures it is accurate and complete.
In CMAR, the contractor is involved early in the design process to provide input on cost, schedule, and constructability, reducing risk for the owner. The contractor guarantees the project’s cost and takes on more responsibility for its execution.
In the Design-Bid-Build method, the owner first contracts with a design team to create the design documents. Once these are complete, bids are solicited from contractors to perform the construction. This is a traditional delivery method.
The Programming phase is the first step in the construction project lifecycle, where project requirements, objectives, and functions are determined. This precedes the design phases and serves as a foundation for the project.
