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Burati, J L, Matthews, M F and Kalidindi, S N (1991) Quality Management in Construction Industry. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 117(02), 341–59.

Jaselskis, E J and Ashley, D B (1991) Optimal Allocation of Project Management Resources for Achieving Success. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 117(02), 321–40.

Miller, M L and Bernold, L E (1991) Sensor‐Integrated Nailing for Building Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 117(02), 213–25.

Nam, C H, Gasiorowski, J G and Tatum, C B (1991) Microlevel Study of Integration in High‐Strength Concrete Innovation. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 117(02), 294–309.

Neely, E S and Neathammer, R (1991) Life‐Cycle Maintenance Costs by Facility Use. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 117(02), 310–20.

O'Connor, J T, Hugo, F and Stamm, E M (1991) Improving Highway Specifications for Constructibility. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 117(02), 242–58.

Padilla, E M and Carr, R I (1991) Resource Strategies for Dynamic Project Management. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 117(02), 279–93.

Rowings, J E and Kaspar, S L (1991) Constructability of Cable‐Stayed Bridges. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 117(02), 259–78.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Bridges, cable‐stayed; Constructability; Bridge construction; Contracts; Management;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(1991)117:2(259)
  • Abstract:
    The application of cable‐stayed structures has increased during the last few years in North America. The implementation of these new structures has led to serious problems in the design and construction process. This paper provides an analysis of the most significant problems identified by owners, designers, and contractors. The owner‐related problems include difficulties in four areas: the contract system, the bidding process, field representation, and project document reviews. Designer‐related problems include incomplete design, lack of access to specification development, overly congested areas, and restrictive tolerances. Constructor‐related problems include engineering requirements, inexperienced personnel, project planning, and shop‐drawing specification. The paper proposes several modifications to mitigate the problems encountered. The paper includes suggested changes under the current contract environment, a modified current contract environment, and a completely new contracting approach for bridge construction. Each of the suggested changes are explained and analyzed for their potential benefits to the project outcome.

Sanvido, V E and Paulson, B C (1991) Site Analysis Using Controller‐Function Charts. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 117(02), 226–41.

Smith, G R and Roth, R D (1991) Safety Programs and The Construction Manager. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 117(02), 360–71.

Ward, S C, Curtis, B and Chapman, C B (1991) Advantages of Management Contracting—Critical Analysis. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 117(02), 195–211.