Construction Management

Construction Project Supervision (CPS) is the process of ensuring that the project is built in accordance with the requirements of the contract documents, approved plans, specifications, building codes, building code standards and applicable local codes and ordinances.

On many types of construction projects there can be dozens of subcontractors, specialty trades and material suppliers all of whom have specific duties and responsibilities. Project superintendents and project managers alike are charged with the responsibility to observe and supervise the progress of the project to ensure that all applicable standards for strict adherence to the requirements of the contract documents, quality assurance and workmanship are fully met and documented.

Good common practice is to establish a "Project Manual" or "Project Procedures Manual" prior to the commencement of the work so that all participants can utilize the same standards of practice, means and methods for diligence in the performance of their work.