This guide addresses the most common considerations when building school facilities in Kentucky. Included are the regulations for the Capital Construction Process, the Kentucky Department of Education's Project Review Process, and a suggested document filing system. Additionally, it features common questions and answers regarding the Kentucky…

Shares some of the success stories of the University of Alabama's Design Build Services Department and the keys to achieving that success. The evolution of the school's in-house construction management is detailed along with the department's history. (GR)

Except for unusually large and complicated school building projects, it is more cost-effective to use consultants and in-house personnel for project administration than it is to retain an outside construction-management firm. (MLF)

This document is intended to be a "cookbook" of the numerous elements which collectively influence the cost containment of school construction projects. Each element is meant to indicate an action in the process that the school district should pay attention to and ensure is properly accomplished. The elements influencing cost containment are…

This manual is a reference guide for those involved in school planning, maintenance, repair, and construction funded through the Capital Improvement Program for Delaware public schools. It is an updated version of the previous edition adopted by the state board in May 1991 and presents regulations adopted by the state board. Following each…

Discusses how frequent communication between school administrators and construction managers can prevent construction calamities. How a construction committee works and the need for concentrating on safety issues are examined. (GR)

Discusses how to plan year-round school construction projects so that they have less negative impact on student learning. Extensive communication with all parties involved to identify potential problems and being clear in contracting proposals concerning construction criteria are stressed. (GR)

Discusses project-delivery systems in school-construction management and why its important to both scheduling and budgeting to choose the right system. Examines design-build, construction management at-risk, and design-bid/build variations. Also discusses study data of quantitative costs, scheduling, and quality performance involving 351 building…

Across the U.S., thousands of schools and universities are in the midst of construction projects that can stall because of unanticipated obstacles. The resulting delays can cause budget contingencies to evaporate and force students and staff in desperate need of more space to bide their time in cramped and inadequate facilities. Problems are bound…

Characteristics of construction management (CM), general contracting, and design/build contracting are defined. CM is shown to be a cost-effective alternative to the other project delivery systems. Explains the four forms of CM and provides guidelines for selecting and rating a CM firm. (MLF)

School officials must be aware of their own and others' influences on the cost of constructing a school facility. Administrators' responsibilities include investigating the architect's reputation for performance and adhering to a clearly defined educational program. (MLF)

Successfully completing school district capital construction requires the proper execution of the construction project itself involving the cooperation and understanding by all parties involved. This document presents guidelines that clarify the interrelationships and expected actions on the part of school representatives, the architect or…

The purpose of this audit was to determine whether New York City's School Construction Authority (SCA) followed its required procedures for awarding and monitoring contracts for construction work in New York City schools. It evaluated the adequacy of these procedures and surveyed school officials to determine their views about SCA work. The report…

This handbook provides guidance on applying and gaining apportionment for public school construction in California; the procedures for site selection, and the development of cost estimates and construction plans; and guidance on preparing for the construction phase and bid approval. Final sections cover change orders and the close-out audit of…

The Council of Educational Facility Planners, International has published a directory to serve as a resource to school districts, colleges and universities, and others who seek professional assistance in some phase of educational facility work. The directory is organized into the following two sections: a list of firms by region and…