Cost control in building design and construction

A development budget study is generally undertaken to determine the total costs and returns expected from the project. A cost plan is prepared to include all construction costs, all other items of project cost including professional fees and contingency.

Construction Materials Management.

Construction Materials management can be defined as "the function responsible for the coordination of planning, sourcing, purchasing, moving, storing and controlling materials in an optimum manner so as a pre-decided service can be provided at a minimum cost".

Concrete Curing – The Right Time to Cure Concrete

Curing is essential for the hydration of cement in concrete making. So, to maintain required moisture content, some precautions are applied. Concrete curing compound is a compound which helps to prevent the loss of moisture content from the concrete.