Specifications

The vital importance of specifying

July 9, 2015

Often, during the execution of a project, problems arise because architects and engineers disregard specifications or do not give them enough importance during the design stage. It is essential the importance of construction documents be stressed to successfully execute the project.

Choosing a special inspector

February 20, 2015

In a previous article, this author provided a look at the concept of special inspections. In advising the owner in the selection of a special inspector for a project, it is important the registered design professional consider several factors.

Special inspections as originally intended

February 10, 2015

As required under the International Building Code (IBC), special inspections are designed to be a proactive method of enhancing public safety by ensuring buildings are constructed in accordance with design documents, specifications, and approved shop drawings.

Intent and Interpretation: What I meant was…

May 30, 2014

When a contractor’s interpretation of a contract requirement differs substantially from the design professional’s initial intent, the assumption is often that he or she is mistaken, and will disrupt the project if allowed to continue uncorrected.

Specifying: Art or craft?

April 14, 2014

Occasionally, I hear or read of the “art of specifying.” When the term is used without irony, it is a well-intentioned effort to call attention to an important part of construction documentation. What does it really mean, though?

Education: Then and now

January 29, 2014

Five days of exams, and only one was the massive fill-in-answer-square format. All others were written or drawn—CAD, never mind building information modeling (BIM), was still a gleam in someone’s eye! I had to pass all portions and maintain an overall score of 75.

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Specifications

Clearing up changes, claims, and disputes

The vital importance of specifying

Choosing a special inspector

Special inspections as originally intended

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Specifying: Art or craft?

Education: Then and now

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