WOLLO UNIVERSITY

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DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE

COTMINDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENT

PR.BY NATNAEL TESFAYE

ID:WOUR/1559/12

SUBMMITED TO:AR.KEDIR

4/28/2023
 Q1.Difference between project management and operational
management
Construction management primarily involves planning, designing, and supervising
construction of buildings and infrastructure projects. This includes coordinating the work
of the architects, engineers, contractors and other professionals involved in the project and
ensuring that the project is completed on time and on budget. Construction management
also includes managing the site, ensuring safety and compliance with building codes and
regulations, and coordinating the delivery of materials and equipment. 

On the other hand, operational management involves oversight of the day-to-day

operations of a company or organization. This includes managing people, processes and
resources to ensure that the organization operates efficiently and effectively. Operations
managers are responsible for setting goals and objectives, developing and implementing
strategies, managing budgets, and ensuring that the organization achieves its goals and
objectives. 

In summary, construction management is focused on managing the construction process,

while operational management is focused on managing the ongoing operations of a
business or organization

Q2.Definition and tasks of construction project management

Construction project management is a specialized form of project management that

focuses on overseeing the planning, design, and construction of buildings and
infrastructure projects. Their main goal is to ensure that construction projects are
completed on time, within budget and in accordance with the required quality standards.
 
Construction project management involves a wide range of tasks and responsibilities,
including:

1. Planning: Create a project plan outlining the scope, timeline, budget and resources
required for the project. 
2. Design: We work with architects, engineers and other professionals to develop
detailed designs that meet your project requirements. 
3. Procurement: Procurement and purchase of materials, equipment and services
required for the project. 
4. Construction: Manage the site, coordinate the work of contractors and
subcontractors, and ensure work is completed according to project plans and
designs. 
5. Quality control: Monitor the quality of your work and make sure it meets the
required standards. 
6. Safety: Ensure the site is safe for workers and visitors and that all safety procedures
are followed. 
 7. Budget and cost control: Manage project budgets and track expenses to keep
projects within budget. 
8. Communication and stakeholder management: Communicate with stakeholders
such as customers, contractors and regulators and manage their expectations
throughout the project 

Q3. Work break down of double span bridge

Double-span bridge

Activity Description
10 Set-up site
14 Procure reinforcement
16 Procure precast beams
20 Excavate left abutment
30 Excavate right abutment
40 Excavate central pier
50 Foundation left abutment
60 Foundation right abutment
70 Foundation central pier
80 Construct left abutment
90 Construct right abutment
100 Construct central pier
110 Erect left precast beams
120 Erect right precast beams

140 Fill left embankment

150 Fill right embankment
155 Construct deck slab
160 Left road base
170 Right road base
180 Road surface
190 Bridge railing
200 Clear site

Activity relationships
To identify the relationships among activities,
• Which activities must be finished before the current one can start?
• What activity may be constructed concurrently with the current one?
• What activity must follow the current one?

Activity Description Predecessors Concurrent Successors

10 Set-up site - - 14

14 Procure reinforcement 10 - 16

16 Procure precast beams 14 - 110, 120

20 Excavate left abutment 16 - 50, 80

30 Excavate right abutment 16 - 60, 90

40 Excavate central pier 16 - 70, 100

50 Foundation left abutment 20 - 80

 Activity Description Predecessors Concurrent Successors

60 Foundation right abutment 30 - 90

70 Foundation central pier 40 - 100

80 Construct left abutment 50 - 110

90 Construct right abutment 60 - 120

100 Construct central pier 70 - 155

110 Erect left precast beams 80 120 140

120 Erect right precast beams 90 110 140

140 Fill left embankment 110, 120 - 150

150 Fill right embankment 140 - 155

 Activity Description Predecessors Concurrent Successors

155 Construct deck slab 100, 150 - 160, 170, 190

160 Left road base 155 - 180

170 Right road base 155 - 180

180 Road surface 160, 170 - 190

190 Bridge railing 180 - 200

200 Clear site 190 - -

Activity Description Must be finished before May be constructed concurrently with Must follow

10 Set-up site - - 14

14 Procure reinforcement 10 - 16

16 Procure precast beams 14 - 20

20 Excavate left abutment 16 - 50, 80

30 Excavate right abutment 16 20 60, 80

40 Excavate central pier 16 20, 30 70

50 Foundation left abutment 20 - 80, 110

60 Foundation right abutment 30 20, 50 90, 120

70 Foundation central pier 40 30, 60 100

80 Construct left abutment 50 20, 40 90, 110

90 Construct right abutment 60 80 120

100 Construct central pier 70 60 120

110 Erect left precast beams 80 100 155

120 Erect right precast beams 90 100, 110 155

140 Fill left embankment 80 120 150

150 Fill right embankment 90 120, 140 160

155 Construct deck slab 110, 120 - 180

160 Left road base 150 155 170

170 Right road base 150, 160 155 180

180 Road surface 155, 170 - 190

190 Bridge railing 180 - 200

200 Clear site 190 - -

 Q5.efficiency and effectiveness of management of construction
management
Efficiency and effectiveness are two important concepts in the management of
construction projects. Efficiency refers to the ability to complete a task using as few
resources as possible, and effectiveness refers to the ability to complete a task in a manner
that achieves the desired outcome.
Effective construction management involves setting clear goals and objectives and
developing plans to achieve them. This includes identifying required resources such as
materials, labor, and equipment and allocating them to maximize utilization. Effective
management also includes monitoring progress and making necessary adjustments to keep
the project on track and on target. Efficient construction management involves minimizing
waste and optimizing the use of resources. This can be achieved through careful planning,
scheduling and coordination of tasks, and using technology and other tools to streamline
processes.