Document Type
Thesis
Date of Award
5-31-1985
Degree Name
Master of Science in Civil Engineering - (M.S.)
Department
Civil and Environmental Engineering
First Advisor
Edward G. Dauenheimer
Second Advisor
Walter Konon
Third Advisor
Eugene B. Golub
Abstract
Recent years have evidenced a growing spate of construction claims being filed against NJDOT. A mail survey was conducted and problem areas of NJDOT construction management procedures frequently contributing to claims have been identified. NJDOT's pre-construction scheduling system has been reviewed to suggest improvements and practical integration to obtain effective feedback. NJDOT's organizational structure has many administrative bottlenecks and is overly bureaucratic. An analysis reveals that by way of minimal revamping and by integrating design and construction divisions better coordination can be achieved, bureaucratic norms reduced and the structure made resilient to react quickly to claim situations. Sources and causes of claims in NJDOT have been enumerated. The importance of record keeping is stressed to help resolve disputes. NJDOT's Standard Specifications have contributed to claims. Clauses frequently contributing to claims have been identified. Exculpatory language and the 'everything is incidental' syndrome must be avoided. Reasonable risk-sharing between NJDOT and the contractor must be present to minimize claims. Realistic CPM scheduling is an effective project control tool and can help resolve claims on NJDOT projects. Its importance and efficacy have been stressed to appeal to the contractors and NJDOT to utilize it throughout the project and constantly update it. The Resident Engineer plays a crucial role in claims prevention and resolution. His responsibilities and functions are outlined against the backdrop of numerous techniques and skills he could develop to avoid or resolve claims and subsequent abhorent litigation.
Recommended Citation
Ceyyur, Suresh Kumar, "Review of construction management procedures of New Jersey Department of Transportation with the objective of minimizing claims" (1985). Theses. 3460.
https://digitalcommons.njit.edu/theses/3460
