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1. Introduction to Project Management in Construction
1.1 Current Construction Industry
Overview: Major contributor to Malaysia’s GDP and employment opportunities in various
sectors.
Key trends:
Technology integration (BIM, AI).
Focus on sustainability and green building practices.
Challenges:
Labour shortages, regulatory changes.
Innovation and adaptation:
Enhanced efficiency, productivity, and safety.
Sustainability, cost reduction, and competitive advantage.
1.2 Principle of Management
Sequential Function:
Planning: Setting objectives and actions.
Organizing: Arranging resources and tasks.
Staffing: Acquiring and managing human resources.
Directing: Motivating and guiding team members.
Controlling: Monitoring progress and making adjustments.
Continuous Function:
Ongoing assessment and adaptation of management practices, including feedback
loops.
1.3 Project Management in Malaysia
Roles of Institutions:
Ministry of Works (MOW), CIDB, local authorities, Project Owners, Contractors,
Consultants, Financial Institutions.
 Project Organization Structures:
Functional, Matrix, and Project-Based Structures.
Contract Management Principles:
Importance of compliance with laws, clear communication, and documentation in
contracts.
Types of contracts: Lump Sum, Cost Plus, Design-Build Contracts.
1.4 Project Life-Cycle
Stages:
Initiation: Feasibility studies, project charter.
Planning: Project management plan (scope, schedule, budget).
Execution: Coordinating resources, managing stakeholders.
Monitoring and Controlling: Tracking progress and corrective actions.
Closure: Completing deliverables, evaluation, archiving.

2. Learning Outcomes (LOs)

Trends and challenges in the construction industry.
Difference between sequential and continuous functions.
Roles of institutions, project organization structures, and contract management principles.
Stages of the project life-cycle and key deliverables.

3. Group Video Project

Objective: Create a 7-minute video highlighting 5 typical challenges in the construction
industry.
Submission: Upload to social media and share for review.
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1. Feasibility Study (FS)

Definition: An assessment to determine the viability of a project site from business,
technical, and objective perspectives.
Example: Evaluating a site for a new school by analyzing community needs, costs, and
potential returns on investment.
Key Factors:
Objective: Define project goals (e.g., community service).
Client Considerations: Engage professionals, conduct preliminary investigations.
Business: Assess financials like land valuation and cash flow forecasts.
 Market Analysis: Identify potential buyers, analyze demand, local supplier availability,
and transportation.
Technical: Evaluate site suitability (soil conditions, access, infrastructure).
Risk Analysis: Assess liabilities (direct/indirect impacts, economic downturn,
environmental impact).

2. Site Investigation (SI)

Purpose: Examine physical, geological, and geotechnical properties to ensure the site is
suitable for construction.
Example: Soil tests to determine load-bearing capacity for a new building.
Methods:
Preliminary Methods: Desk studies (e.g., historical flood data).
Detailed Investigations: On-site testing (e.g., boreholes, trial pits).
Factors: Geological conditions, soil stratification and strength, groundwater, contamination,
and erosion risk.
Project Management Considerations:
Coordination of project delivery system (e.g., traditional vs. turnkey).
Design execution (in-house teams or consultants).
Construction supervision (client's team or design consultants).

3. Roles and Contracts

Contractor Selection:
Achieved through tendering.
Identify contractors and assess their capabilities via tender notices (project details,
eligibility criteria).
Tendering:
Types of Tenders:
Open Tender: Open to all qualified contractors (advertised publicly).
Close/Selected Tender: Invited bids from a shortlist of contractors.
Negotiated Tender: Direct negotiation with selected contractors.
Tender Evaluation Process: Assess bids based on cost, experience, timelines, financial
stability, and technical capability.
Standard Conditions of Contract:
PWD 203A: Defines conditions for government projects with Bills of Quantities.
PAM: Used for private sector projects, with an emphasis on collaboration and flexibility.
Key components of PWD 203A: Roles and responsibilities, variations, performance
bond, completion timelines, damages for non-completion, defect liability period.
 Comparison with PAM: Differences in payment terms, risk allocation, dispute resolution,
and contract termination clauses.

4. Site Organization and Roles

Contractor Roles:
Site Agent: Directs and controls construction work.
Site Engineer: Ensures work meets specifications and advises Site Agent.
Office Manager: Manages material flow and handles accounts.
General Foreman: Assists Site Agent with daily plans.
Plant Engineer: Maintains equipment.
Consultant Roles:
Resident Engineer (RE): Represents Consultant on-site, ensuring compliance with
designs and contract documents.
Contract Engineer/Assistant Engineer: Assists RE in monitoring progress and quality.
Key Duties of Resident Engineer: Monitor permits, track progress, and issue instructions.
Negligence or Fraud Risks: Importance of integrity in issuing progress certificates and
avoiding fraud.

5. Site Layout Plan

Definition: Blueprint outlining the organization of construction elements for safety,
efficiency, and compliance.
Key Components:
Site Security: Protects public from hazards, prevents unauthorized access.
Safe Access: Clearly marked pedestrian routes and traffic management.
Material Storage: Locations determined by site features and environmental constraints.
Lifting Appliances: Positioning cranes and hoists for safety.
Temporary Services: Marking temporary utilities to avoid accidental damage.
Waste Management: Designating areas for waste disposal and recycling.
Car Parking: Providing parking for workers and visitors.

6. Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Definition: Hierarchical decomposition of a project into manageable components.
Purpose: Organizes complex projects, enhances communication, and tracks progress.
Steps to Create a WBS:
Define scope, identify phases, break down deliverables into work packages, and assign
task owners.
Examples:
 WBS for Double Storey House: Pre-construction, foundation, framing, utility installation,
interior finishing, inspection, and handover.
WBS for Bridge Project: Pre-construction activities, site preparation, foundation works,
superstructure construction, finishing works, inspection, and handover.

7. Project Resources
Definition: Essential inputs for project completion (manpower, materials, machinery, money).
Importance: Effective management is crucial for meeting project timelines, budgets, and
quality standards.
Types:
Manpower: Skilled and unskilled labor.
Materials: Raw materials (concrete, steel, timber).
Machinery: Equipment for construction activities (excavators, cranes).
Money: Budgeting and financial resources for project execution.
Management:
Manpower: Recruitment, training, and workforce scheduling.
Material: Procurement, inventory management, and quality control.
Machinery: Selection, maintenance, and operator training.
Financial: Budgeting, financial monitoring, and funding sources.
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1. Scheduling Techniques

1.1 Bar Chart (Gantt Chart)

Definition: A visual representation of project activities over time with horizontal bars
showing activity durations.
Features:
Time scale on the horizontal axis.
Activities listed on the vertical axis.
Advantages:
Easy to understand and interpret.
Provides a quick overview of project progress.
Limitations:
Does not show activity dependencies or relationships.
Cannot easily indicate critical paths or activities.
Exercises:
 Exercise 1 & 2: Develop bar charts comparing proposed and actual timelines for construction
activities like site preparation, foundation work, framing, etc.

1.2 Network Diagram

Definition: A graphical representation of project activities and their relationships.
Key Terms:
ES (Earliest Start), EF (Earliest Finish), LS (Latest Start), LF (Latest Finish), TF (Total
Float), FF (Free Float).

1.3 Critical Path Method (CPM)

Definition: A technique to determine the longest sequence of dependent activities and
identify critical tasks.
Steps to Implement CPM:
1. Define the project and prepare the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
2. Develop relationships among activities.
3. Draw the network diagram.
4. Assign time estimates and determine critical activities.
Key Terms in CPM:
ES: Earliest time an activity can begin.
EF: Earliest time an activity can finish.
LS: Latest time an activity can start without delaying the project.
LF: Latest time an activity can finish without delaying the project.
TF: Amount of time an activity can be delayed without affecting the overall project
duration.

1.4 AON & AOA

Activity on Node (AON): Activities represented as nodes, with relationships indicated by
arrows.
Activity on Arrow (AOA): Activities represented as arrows between events (nodes).
Exercises:
Exercise 3 & 4: Draw network diagrams and calculate ES, EF, LS, LF, TF, FF, and identify the
critical path.
2. Quality Control Techniques

2.1 Introduction to Quality Control (QC)

Definition: A systematic process ensuring construction outputs meet specified standards
and requirements.
Purpose: To maintain high-quality standards throughout the construction process and
minimize defects and rework.

2.2 Key Concepts of Quality Control

Quality Planning: Establishing quality standards and determining how to meet them.
Quality Assurance: Ensuring quality standards are consistently achieved.
Quality Improvement: Ongoing efforts to enhance construction processes and outputs.

2.3 Common Issues in Quality Control

Inadequate staff training, poor communication, failure to follow quality procedures, and
weak QC measures.

2.4 Continuous Improvement in QC

Regular staff training, feedback systems, adoption of quality assessment tools (like
QLASSIC), and promoting a culture of quality.

2.5 Importance of Quality Control in Project Management

Benefits:
Reduces costs due to rework and defects.
Boosts client satisfaction through reliable quality.
Enhances project efficiency.
Reduces risks related to safety and legal compliance.

2.6 QLASSIC (Quality Assessment System in Construction)

Purpose: A tool developed by CIDB Malaysia to assess construction quality.
Scope: Evaluates various aspects of construction quality, such as structural integrity,
finishing works, safety compliance, and material quality.
Application: Contractors, developers, and project owners apply for certification to
benchmark their quality.
3. Stakeholder Engagement Strategies

3.1 Introduction to Stakeholder Engagement

Definition: The process of involving individuals, groups, or organizations that may affect or
be affected by a project.
Importance: Ensures stakeholder interests are considered, facilitates collaboration, and
enhances communication.

3.2 Identifying Stakeholders

Types of Stakeholders:
Primary: Directly affected (e.g., clients, contractors).
Secondary: Indirectly affected (e.g., community members, regulators).
Key Stakeholders: Significant influence (e.g., project sponsors, government).

3.3 Objectives of Stakeholder Engagement

Build trust, gather feedback, address concerns early, promote transparency, and enhance
project accountability.

3.4 Strategies for Effective Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Plans: Tailored strategies for different stakeholder groups.
Regular Updates: Provide consistent and clear information on project progress.

3.5 Tools and Techniques for Engagement

Engagement Techniques: Surveys, workshops, focus groups, public forums.
Digital Tools: Project management software, social media platforms.

3.6 Challenges in Stakeholder Engagement

Conflicting Interests: Different or opposing goals.
Poor Communication: Misunderstandings or lack of clarity.
Resistance to Change: Reluctance to new ideas or project directions.

3.7 Importance in Project Management

Benefits:
Aligns stakeholder expectations with project goals.
Enhances decision-making with diverse perspectives.
Reduces conflicts, delays, and cost overruns.
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4. Monitoring and Controlling

4.1 Microsoft Project

Overview: Microsoft Project is a project management software designed to assist with
scheduling, resource management, progress tracking, and budgeting.
Key Features:
Gantt Charts: Visual representation of project timelines.
Task Management: Create, assign, and track tasks.
Resource Management: Allocate resources to tasks.
Budgeting Tools: Track expenses and manage budgets.
Reporting Tools: Generate reports on project progress.
Getting Started:
Installation and interface overview.
Creating a new project and setting preferences.
Creating Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), defining tasks, assigning resources, and
linking dependencies.
Generating network diagrams and Gantt charts.
Tips:
Regularly update project schedules and track progress.
Utilize reporting features for stakeholder communication.

4.2 Cost Budgeting

Project Cost Management: Involves estimating, budgeting, and controlling costs to ensure
the project stays within the approved budget.
Budgeting Tools in MS Project:
Cost Estimation: Tools for estimating task and resource costs.
Tracking Costs: Use task usage views for cost monitoring.
Variance Analysis: Identifying differences between planned costs and actual costs.
Introduction to S-Curve:
A graphical representation showing cumulative project data over time, such as costs or
labor.
Helps in forecasting and identifying delays or resource allocation issues.
Components: Planned Value (PV), Earned Value (EV), Actual Cost (AC).
S-Curve Analysis: Comparing PV, EV, and AC to detect project performance issues.
4.3 Corrective Action Plan
Corrective Actions: Actions taken to bring a project back on track when performance
deviates from the plan (e.g., reallocating resources, adjusting durations or dependencies).
Effectiveness of Corrective Actions:
Keeps the project within time and budget constraints.
Enhances stakeholder confidence.
Facilitates better decision-making based on real-time data.
Reporting and Communication:
Use Microsoft Project's built-in reporting tools to generate budget vs. actual cost,
earned value reports, and cost overviews.
Effective communication strategies ensure transparency and keep stakeholders
informed.

4.4 Safety, Health, and Compliance with Regulations

Introduction to Key Regulatory Organizations:
CIDB (Construction Industry Development Board): Oversees construction standards and
practices in Malaysia.
NIOSH (National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health): Promotes occupational
safety and health across industries.
DOSH (Department of Occupational Safety and Health): Enforces safety regulations in
various sectors, including construction.
Regulations:
OSHA 1994 (Occupational Safety and Health Act): Establishes safety standards to
ensure worker protection.
EQA 1974 (Environmental Quality Act): Regulates environmental protection during
construction activities.
UBBL 2019 (Uniform Building By-Laws): Sets standards for building design and
construction.
CIPAA 2012 (Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act): Ensures timely
payments for subcontractors.
Fire Services Act 1988: Ensures fire safety measures are implemented in buildings.
PPE Management: Employers must ensure the proper selection, use, and maintenance of
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to safeguard workers' health and safety.
Monitoring Compliance:
Regular site inspections to ensure adherence to safety regulations.
Training programs to ensure workers understand and follow safety practices.
Importance of Safety:
 Minimizes the risk of accidents and injuries.
Ensures compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
Enhances worker morale and productivity.
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1. Introduction to Project Management in Construction

1.1 Current Construction Industry in Malaysia

Significance: The construction industry is a major contributor to Malaysia’s GDP and
employment across various sectors.
Key Trends:
Integration of advanced technology such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) and
Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Emphasis on sustainability and green building practices aligned with global standards.
Challenges:
Labour shortages and evolving regulatory requirements.
Need for continuous innovation and adaptation.
Opportunities:
Enhancing efficiency, productivity, and safety.
Achieving sustainability goals, cost reduction, and competitive advantages.
Outlook 2025: The sector forecast to grow around 6%, driven by infrastructure mega
projects like MRT3 Circle Line and Pan Borneo Highway, alongside rising private sector
investments particularly in urban residential and mixed-use developments [1] [2] [3] [4] .

1.2 Principles of Management

Sequential Functions:
Planning: Setting project objectives and defining required actions.
Organizing: Arranging resources, roles, and tasks systematically.
Staffing: Recruiting and managing the workforce.
Directing: Leading, motivating, and guiding the team.
Controlling: Monitoring project progress and implementing adjustments.
Continuous Function: Ongoing evaluation and adaptation of processes through feedback
loops to ensure effective management.
1.3 Project Management in Malaysia
Institutional Roles:
Ministry of Works (MOW), Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB), local
authorities, project owners, contractors, consultants, and financial institutions are crucial
stakeholders.
Project Organization Structures:
Functional, Matrix, and Project-Based structures depending on project scale and
complexity.
Contract Management Principles:
Adherence to legal requirements, clear communication, and thorough documentation.
Common contract types: Lump Sum, Cost Plus, and Design-Build.

1.4 Project Life Cycle

Stages:
1. Initiation: Feasibility studies and project charter development.
2. Planning: Creating comprehensive project management plans covering scope,
schedule, and budget.
3. Execution: Resource coordination and stakeholder engagement.
4. Monitoring and Controlling: Tracking progress, performance measurement, and
corrective actions.
5. Closure: Final deliverables completion, project evaluation, and archiving.

2. Feasibility Study (FS)

Definition: Assessment of site viability from business, technical, and objective perspectives.
Key Factors:
Define clear project objectives.
Engage clients and professionals to conduct preliminary investigations.
Perform business analysis—financial forecasting, land valuation.
Conduct market analysis—buyer demand, supplier availability, transportation.
Evaluate technical aspects—soil conditions, site access, infrastructure.
Risk analysis covering direct and indirect impacts, economic and environmental risks.

3. Site Investigation (SI)

Purpose: To verify physical, geological, and geotechnical suitability of the construction site.
Methods:
Desk studies (historical data).
On-site tests (boreholes, trial pits).
 Considerations: Soil stratification, groundwater, contamination, erosion risk.
Project Management Role: Coordination of project delivery systems, design execution, and
construction supervision.

4. Roles and Contracts

Contractor Selection via Tendering:
Open Tender: Publicly advertised, all qualified can apply.
Close/Selected Tender: Invitations to shortlisted contractors.
Negotiated Tender: Direct engagement with selected contractors.
Tender Evaluation Criteria: Cost, experience, timeline, financial stability, technical
capability.
Standard Conditions of Contract:
PWD 203A: For government projects, emphasizing Bills of Quantities and predefined
clauses.
PAM: Typically for private projects, focusing on collaboration and flexibility.
Contract Components: Responsibilities, variations, performance bonds, completion
deadlines, penalties, defect liability.

5. Site Organization and Roles

Contractor Team:
Site Agent (overall site control), Site Engineer (technical compliance), Office Manager
(materials and accounts), General Foreman (daily planning assistance), Plant Engineer
(equipment maintenance).
Consultant Team:
Resident Engineer (on-site consultant representative ensuring compliance),
Contract/Assistant Engineers (support roles).
Key Duties: Permit monitoring, progress tracking, instruction issuance.
Risk Mitigation: Ensuring integrity to avoid negligence or fraudulent progress certifications.

6. Site Layout Plan

Definition: A blueprint designating the arrangement of construction elements to maximize
safety and efficiency.
Components:
Site security measures, safe pedestrian and vehicle access routes.
Material storage and handling zones.
Location of lifting equipment (cranes, hoists).
Temporary service utilities.
Waste disposal and recycling areas.
 Car parking for workers and visitors.

7. Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Definition: Hierarchical decomposition of a project’s scope into manageable segments.
Purpose: Facilitate organization, communication, progress tracking.
Development Steps: Define scope, identify phases, break into work packages, assign
responsibilities.
Examples: Residential house and bridge construction WBS phases.

8. Project Resources
Types:
Manpower (skilled/unskilled labor).
Materials (concrete, steel, timber).
Machinery (cranes, excavators).
Financial resources (budgeting and funding).
Management Focus:
Recruitment, scheduling, procurement, inventory control, equipment maintenance, and
budget monitoring.

9. Scheduling Techniques

9.1 Bar Chart (Gantt Chart)

Visual timeline of activities with bars representing durations.
Advantages: Simple and intuitive.
Limitations: Does not represent dependencies or critical path.

9.2 Network Diagram

Graphical activity relationships.
Key terms: Earliest start/finish, latest start/finish, total/free float.

9.3 Critical Path Method (CPM)

Identifies the longest dependent path determining project duration.
Steps: Define WBS, set activity relationships, draw networks, assign times, find critical
activities.
9.4 Activity on Node (AON) & Activity on Arrow (AOA)
AON: Activities as nodes with arrows showing dependencies.
AOA: Activities represented by arrows between event nodes.

10. Quality Control Techniques

10.1 Quality Control (QC) Overview

Ensures construction meets required standards.
Aims to reduce defects, rework, delays.

10.2 Core Concepts

Quality planning, assurance, and continuous improvement.

10.3 Common Challenges

Insufficient training, communication gaps, and weak procedures.

10.4 Continuous Improvement

Regular training, feedback mechanisms, adoption of tools like QLASSIC.

10.5 Importance
Cost reduction, client satisfaction, risk mitigation, improved efficiency.

10.6 QLASSIC
CIDB’s construction quality assessment system covering structure, finishing, safety, and
materials.

11. Stakeholder Engagement Strategies

11.1 Definition & Importance

Engagement with all parties affected by the project to align interests and enable
collaboration.

11.2 Stakeholder Identification

Primary (direct), secondary (indirect), key stakeholders.
11.3 Objectives
Build trust, gather early feedback, ensure transparency, and accountability.

11.4 Engagement Strategies

Communication plans, regular updates, use of surveys, workshops, and digital media.

11.5 Challenges
Conflicting interests, communication breakdowns, resistance to change.

11.6 Benefits
Better decision-making, reduced conflicts, smoother project execution.

12. Monitoring and Controlling

12.1 Microsoft Project

Scheduling, resource allocation, progress tracking, budgeting tool.
Functions: Gantt charts, task and resource management, reporting.

12.2 Cost Budgeting

Estimation, tracking, variance analysis using MS Project.
S-Curve for monitoring cumulative costs and performance (Planned Value, Earned Value,
Actual Cost).

12.3 Corrective Action Plan

Steps to realign project progress through actions like resource reallocation.
Enhances control and stakeholder confidence.

12.4 Safety, Health, and Regulatory Compliance

Key bodies: CIDB, NIOSH, DOSH.
Relevant laws: OSHA 1994, EQA 1974, UBBL 2019, CIPAA 2012, Fire Services Act 1988.
PPE management, site inspections, worker training.
Benefits: Accident prevention, legal compliance, morale and productivity improvements.
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highlighted trends and facts align with the latest industry developments reported for 2025.
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