Understand the importance of delay analysis and avoid inaccurate and manipulated data that can lead to deceiving results.
Understand the importance of delay analysis and avoid inaccurate and manipulated data that can lead to deceiving results. Some of the most common causes of delay on construction projects range from poor weather to budget shortages, to poor scheduling. All of these, if not handled properly, could result in serious financial losses claimed by either the owner or the contractor. To solve these disputes, in-depth analysis is undoubtedly necessary. Given that delays are common and that the use of scheduling tools and technology has improved incredibly, one might think that delay analysis would be relatively simple and straightforward - but it’s not! Can delay analysis be a valuable tool or is it merely black magic? This topic will discuss the reasons how delay analysis has become a complex and subjective process and why inaccurate and manipulated data can lead to deceiving results.
Learning Objectives
- You will be able to define delay analysis.
- You will be able to recognize the value of a properly completed delay analysis.
- You will be able to discuss the issues with scheduling software.
- You will be able to explain how a delay analysis is done.
Agenda
Overview of Delay Analysis
- What Is Delay Analysis?
- Why Is It Necessary?
Methods: The Dark Arts
- The Many Methods
- How Is Delay Analysis Done?
- Observational vs. Molded
The Problems With Scheduling Software
- Constraints, Logic, and Other Tricks
- Use and Application of Results
- What About What Actually Happened?
What Should Be Done
- Prospective vs. Retrospective Analysis
- The Best Evidence Rule
- Sum up - Valuable Tool or Black Magic?
Speakers
Bryan Van Lenten, P.E.,
HKA Global- Associate director in the office of HKA Global
- More than 15 years of experience in structural design, project management, and claims analysis
- Conducts regular seminars and workshops on delay analysis and project management
- Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering International (AACEI)
- B.S. degree in civil engineering, Drexel University
- Can be contacted at 267-831-2885 or bryanvanlenten@hka.com
Rocco R. Vespe, P.E.,
HKA Global- Principal in the office of HKA Global
- 40 years of experience in the construction industry, 20 years of experience as a general and concrete contractor and 20 years as a claims consultant and testifying expert
- Conducts regular seminars and workshops on project and construction management, cost estimating, risk, scheduling, delay analysis, and claims management and prevention
- Authored “2015 Edition – CMAA Construction Management Standards of Practice”, co-authored “The Construction Process from Start to Finish,” 2006, Lorman; co-authored “Managing Construction Projects,” 2006, Lorman
- B.S. degree, in civil engineering, Drexel University
- Professional engineer, NJ, MD, ME, FL, PA, CT); fellow of CMAA
- Construction Management Association of America (CMAA)
- Can be contacted at 267-831-2909 or roccovespe@hka.com
Who Should Attend
This live webinar is designed for project managers, contractors, subcontractors, developers, principals, owners, suppliers, architects, engineers, lenders, attorneys, accountants, and other construction professionals.
