King, R (1987) Designing plans for constructibility. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 113(1), pp. 1-5. ISSN 0733-9364
Abstract
This paper discusses problems with contract documents prepared for roadway rehabilitation that field engineers experience during construction. It addresses the issues of existing utilities, drainage, and right-of-way restrictions as they impact proposed construction. It identifies specific problem areas experienced during construction and describes modifications that were made in the field in order to solve the problems. The major theme of the paper is that not enough time and/or consideration seems to be given to alleviate conflicts with existing conditions during design. This means that significant design modifications must be made in the field in order for many of the items to be constructed. The paper raises the issue that a better product will result if conflicts are eliminated during design.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Index terms: | design modification, engineer, utilities, contract document, drainage |
| Subjects: | infrastructure and transport systems, design changes, contractual condition, profession, construction type |
| Topics: | Design Practice, Contract Administration, Engineering Principles, Roles and Professions, Construction Technology |
| Descriptive scope: | 2 PC |
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