This intensive course offers participants a comprehensive learning experience in the realm of road construction supervision. It aims to deepen their understanding of contemporary theories and state-of-the art engineering and management best practices on construction supervision, emphasizing a performance-based project life cycle approach within the context of a circular economy. Through real-world examples and case studies, participants will gain valuable insights and acquire practical knowledge directly applicable to their own projects.

Key focus areas include methods, techniques, tools, and specifications in construction supervision. The course thoroughly explores factors affecting project success, including: (a) sustainability and environmental considerations, (b) the key roles and responsibilities of civil engineers and construction managers, (d) road performance-based lifecycle approach, (d) contract management and delivery strategies, (e) cost estimation techniques, (f) project scheduling, (g) quality control and quality assurance procedures, and (h) project risk factors. Additionally, the course fosters discussions on road construction guidelines, maintenance, and rehabilitation practices for roadways and bridges, offering a well-rounded educational experience for those looking to excel in the field of construction supervision.

Learning Objectives

• Explain the importance of roadway construction and supervision considering sustainability and environmental principles.
• Recognize the roles and responsibilities of civil engineers and construction managers in a project.
• Analyze the project life cycle process to identify the factors affecting project success.
• Explain the road performance-based life cycle management approach and the importance of road performance measures.
• Review construction material properties from a life cycle performance perspective.
• Examine legal aspects and project delivery contract strategies.
• Review safety management regulations and their impact on project cost and schedule.
• Review cost estimation techniques and project scheduling methods.
• Discuss quality control/ quality assurance (QA/QC) methods, project risk factors, construction guidelines, maintenance, and rehabilitation best practices.
• Acquire knowledge to strengthen leadership and team project management skills necessary for today’s construction and supervision professional practice.

Target Audience

• National /State Road & Transport Engineers
• Highway Engineers and Managers
• Private Consultants & Contractors
• Quality Assurance and Quality Control Engineers
• Safety Managers
• Environmental Engineers

Monday – Friday (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM)

Dr. Carlos Chang
Professor, University of South Florida

Dr. Carlos M. Chang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Florida International University (FIU). Prior to joining FIU in August 2020, Dr. Chang worked as an Associate Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), Associate Researcher at the Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI), and international consultant for the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and engineering companies in road projects overseas. Dr. Chang is frequently invited as a keynote speaker at international conferences and as a subject matter expert in technical committees.

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