Background
O'Brien, James Jerome was born on October 20, 1929 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Sylvester Jerome and Emma Belle Filer (Fulforth) O'B.
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In addition to quality control (QC), this book introduces the concept of quality assurance (QA). Quality assurance has a number of definitions, but in general is the combination of the quality assurance plan with procedures through which the quality control inspector can inspect in the field. The book is arranged in categories so that is can be used in handbook fashion; each section stands independent of the others. The arrangement of the major portion of the book is organized in the same format as we usually find in building construction specification, the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) format.
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The inspection team must become familiar with the plans and the specifica tions; they form the basis upon which the QC inspection is made. The in spector must realize that errors and omissions will be discovered, and will have to be duly reported to management. Wherever an error or omission is substantial, it is appropriate to review it with the designer first to ensure that the error noted is valid. The QC inspection team is on the job to be objective, and to enforce the contract as written. When the contract does not suffice to cover the work conditions, then the Inspector should request the opportunity to prepare an appropriate clarification or change order to the contract. The question of whether a change order is to result in a credit to the owner or to the contractor is a matter of interpretation of the plans and specifications. The Inspector should exercise great care to avoid casual commitment or agreement with change items, and should first research a change or requirement in the plans and specifications to determine that it is not included in the contractual scope-either partially or completely. Next, the inspector should collaborate with the management team, receiving their agreement before making any commitments or carrying on any conclusive discussions with the contractor. From that point on, standard change order procedures, approvals, and doc umentation should be followed.
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Since the publication of the third edition in 1989, changes in quality control/assurance have affected the construction industry. This new fourth edition includes revised and new material relating to Section A, specifically Total Quality Management, ISO 9000, and quality control. The Codes and Standards Section, Contract Documents, and Legal Documents Sections have also been extensively updated. Construction Inspection Handbook systematically reinstates the importance of quality by providing you with a comprehensive quality assurance plan. At the same time, this ensures that your construction projects meet contract specifications, comply with Construction Specification Institute standards, and conform with safety requirements and legal codes.
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Estimating is one of the most important steps in the construction process, often determining the success or failure of a project. This valuable sourcebook offers architects, engineers, and contractors a solid, step-by-step approach to the budgeting-estimating process - from concept-budget through schematic and pre-bid estimates to contractor's estimates, including subcontractor's estimates and change-order estimating. It also examines value engineering at the design development and cost confidence points during the design process. The book features comprehensive coverage of: the estimates needed for different types of contracts; project costs, including design and management, land, financing, interest equipment, and commissioning; techniques for determining design status at the various stages of a construction project; the importance of schedules, incentives, and claims; and databases and computerized systems used in construction estimating. Readers will learn the best methods of estimating contractor overheads and construction equipment costs. There is also guidance on the many factors affecting productivity, such as working conditions, overtime, weather conditions, and work rules. In addition, the book provides detailed information on effective pricing strategies, the role of estimating in the change order process, and ways of presenting and/or defending claims for disputed work or delay. This authoritative reference offers construction professionals the expertise they need to achieve financial success and risk reduction on construction projects.
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O'Brien, James Jerome was born on October 20, 1929 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Sylvester Jerome and Emma Belle Filer (Fulforth) O'B.
Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Cornell University, 1952. Postgraduate, University Houston, 1958.
Project engineer, Rohm & Haas, Philadelphia and Texas, 1955-1959; project engineer, Radio Corporation of America Corporation, Moorestown, New Jersey, Greenland and Alaska, 1959-1962; consultant, Mauchly Associations, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1962-1965; founding partner, executive vice president, Meridian Engineering Company, Philadelphia, 1965-1968; president, Molecular Delivery Corporation Systems, Cherry Hill, 1968-1972; partner, James J. O'Brien P.E., Cherry Hill, 1972-1977; president, O'Brien-Kreitzberg & Associations, New York City, Pennsauken, San Francisco, 1977-1980; chief Executive officer, O'Brien-Kreitzberg & Associations, New York City, Pennsauken, San Francisco, 1980-1989; Chairman, Board Of Directors, O'Brien-Kreitzberg & Associations, New York City, Pennsauken, San Francisco, 1989-1993; vice chairman, O'Brien-Kreitzberg & Associations, New York City, Pennsauken, San Francisco, since 1993.
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(Since the publication of the third edition in 1989, chang...)
(Estimating is one of the most important steps in the cons...)
(In addition to quality control (QC), this book introduces...)
(Change orders? Make sure you come out on top. Find out ho...)
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Fellow: American Society of Civil Engineers (vice president 1985, president South Jersey branch 1985, president New Jersey section 1987-1989, committee on quality in civil engineering profession 1990-1997, Construction Management award 1976, Distinguished Engineer South Jersey branch 1986), Cornell Society Engineers (dean's advisory committee school civil and environmental engineering 1986-1987), Const. Management Association American (board directors 1990-1992, Fellow award 1993, Construction Manager of Year award New York-New Jersey chapter 1994), Project Management Institute (secretary 1971, vice president 1972, president 1973, chairman board 1974-1975, project management professional 1984, vice president education 2004-2008, editor Time Management chapter PMBOK 3d edition 2004, charter member College Scheduling, award for contribution to project management 1983, Fellow award 1989, College Scheduling 1st Jim O'Brien Achievement in Life award 2005). Member: Regional Alliance Small Contractors (board directors 1989-1995), Port Authority New York and New Jersey, Miles Value Foundation 1987-1990, (trustee 1990-1999, board directors 1999), Society of America Value Engineers (vice president North-East region 1986-1987, certified value specialist, Fallon Value-in-Life award 1993, fellow 2005), Chi Epsilon, Tau Beta Pi.
Married Carmen Hiester, June 10, 1952 (divorced August, 1984). Children: Jessica Susan, Michael, David. Married Rita F. Gibson, November 1, 1984.