Posted by Civil Engineer On January - 30 - 2009
The below questions are for hire a Project Manager. This can also be used for evaluating already hired project managers.
1. How do you handle non-productive team members?
2. How do you motivate team members who are burned out, or bored?
3. How do you handle team members who come to you with their personal problems?
4. What are your career goals? How do you see this job affecting your goals?
5. Explain how you operate interdepartmentally. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted by Civil Engineer On January - 24 - 2009
A civil engineer practices civil engineering, the branch of engineering which focuses on the design, construction, and maintenance of public works. These professionals may be employed by municipalities or by private firms which have landed contracts to build such public works. The qualifications to become a civil engineer vary by nation, but generally the position requires at least a four year degree, and in some cases formal certification will be needed as well before someone can advertise as a civil engineer.
Civil engineering is one of the oldest and most extensive branches of engineering. It focuses on aspects of public works like transportation, water treatment, government buildings, public facilities such as airports and train stations, and other large scale projects which benefit the public. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted by Civil Engineer On January - 18 - 2009
A request for proposals (RFP) is basically a publication of detailed requirements by a prospective buyer in order to receive vendor offerings.
Common Sections of an RFP
- Statement of Purpose
Describe the extent of products and services your organization is looking for, as well as, the overall objectives of the contract. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted by Civil Engineer On January - 9 - 2009
When planning to build, many consumers are confused as to what protection is available to them, what is needed or recommended and what the bonds and insurances are actually protecting you against.
With that in mind, we have gathered a few of the most common protections with brief descriptions:
All Risk Insurance
As a purchaser, you should ensure that your contractor takes out an All-Risk or Builder’s-Risk policy in which he names you as one of the beneficiaries. This type of insurance policy is project specific – meaning that the policy is for your building construction only. This policy would be in addition to the contractor’s general business insurance and his liability policy. (You can – and should – request proof of these last two policies.) Read the rest of this entry »
