Category: Project Management

Programmes, risk, records, notices and the operational discipline that prevents disputes.

Jul 12

Construction Cost Management: Complete Guide to Controlling Project Costs in 2026

By Basel Al Najjar in Project Management
July 12, 2026

Cost Planning · Cost Control · FIDIC · Claims & Quantum Construction Cost Management: Complete Guide to Controlling Project Costs in 2026 A structured reference covering the full cost management lifecycle — from feasibility and estimating through cash flow, FIDIC cost provisions, claims, and final account — for owners, consultants, and contractors managing project cost …

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Jul 10

BOQ Price: How to Calculate Accurate Bill of Quantities

By Basel Al Najjar in Project Management
July 10, 2026

BOQ Pricing · Cost Estimation · Tender Preparation BOQ Price: How to Calculate Accurate Bill of Quantities Pricing A structured guide to what drives BOQ price, how to calculate it correctly, and why a poorly priced Bill of Quantities creates cost and dispute risk long before construction ever starts. 📐 How to Calculate BOQ Price …

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Apr 25

Value Engineering in Construction: Design and Cost Optimization | E-Basel

By Basel Al Najjar in Project Management
April 25, 2026

Project Management Value Engineering in Construction: Optimizing Cost, Quality, and Performance Value Engineering is a systematic methodology for analyzing project functions and identifying cost-effective alternatives that achieve desired performance without sacrificing quality. Learn how to apply VE principles in design and construction to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance sustainability. 11 min read · Updated …

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Apr 25

Strategic Issues in Construction Project Management: Solutions | E-Basel

By Basel Al Najjar in Project Management
April 25, 2026

Project Management Strategic Issues in Construction Project Management: Integrated Solutions and Implementation Construction projects face interconnected strategic challenges: sustainability, cost control, schedule management, quality assurance, safety compliance, and stakeholder engagement. Learn how to address these strategic issues through integrated solutions, systematic improvement, and collaborative approaches. 12 min read · Updated 25/04/2026 By Basel Al Najjar …

client relationship management construction, communication management in construction projects, construction cost control, construction health and safety compliance, construction management planning, construction project governance, construction project management strategy, construction quality management system, construction scheduling optimization, cost estimation and budgeting, cost management construction, critical path optimization, environmental management in construction, ESG in construction projects, green building strategies, HSE management systems, ISO 9001 construction quality, lean construction principles, lifecycle cost management, occupational health and safety in construction, programme management construction, quality assurance, quality control in construction, resource leveling and allocation, risk assessment and mitigation, safety compliance, schedule optimization, Stakeholder Engagement, stakeholder management construction, strategic construction project management, strategic project management in construction, sustainable construction practices, sustainable project delivery, value engineering in construction

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Apr 25

Construction Delays and Concurrent Delays: Causes, Analysis, and Claims | E-Basel

By Basel Al Najjar in Project Management
April 25, 2026

Claims Construction Delays and Concurrent Delays: Analysis and Dispute Resolution Construction delays are a common source of disputes. Learn how to classify delays by source, understand concurrent delays, analyze delay impact on the critical path, and protect your contractual interests in delay claims. Understanding delay causation is essential for successful dispute resolution. 13 min read …

as-planned vs as-built analysis, compensable delays, concurrent delay analysis in construction, concurrent delay apportionment, concurrent delays in construction claims, construction delay analysis, construction delay claims, construction programme delay analysis, construction schedule control, contractor delays, critical path delay analysis, critical path method CPM scheduling, delay analysis construction, Delay claims, delay mitigation strategies, employer and contractor responsibility delays, employer delays, excusable delays, extension of time (EOT) claims, float ownership disputes, Focus Keyword: construction delays concurrent delays analysis, force majeure delays, force majeure in construction contracts, forensic delay analysis, impacted as-planned method, non-excusable delays, programme monitoring and control, schedule delay management, time impact analysis TIA, window analysis method

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Apr 25

Project Closure and Lessons Learned: Completing Projects Successfully | E-Basel

By Basel Al Najjar in Project Management
April 25, 2026

Project Management Project Closure and Lessons Learned: Completing Successfully and Improving Continuously Project closure is not simply administrative paperwork — it is a strategic process that ensures deliverables are accepted, contracts are closed, lessons are documented, and organizational knowledge is captured for future improvement. Learn how to close projects thoroughly and extract maximum learning value. …

as-built drawings submission, construction project completion process, continuous improvement construction, continuous improvement in project management, defects liability period (DLP), final handover documentation, final project delivery, Focus Keyword: project closure and lessons learned, handover and defects, knowledge management in construction, lessons learned documentation, lessons learned in project management, operational handover procedures, organizational learning, post-project evaluation, practical completion certificate, process improvement in construction, project archival, project closeout in construction, project closeout procedures, project completion checklist, project documentation archive, project performance review, record keeping in construction projects, snagging and de-snagging process, stakeholder sign-off process, system improvement

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Apr 25

Sustainable Construction Project Delivery: IPD and BIM Strategy | E-Basel

By Basel Al Najjar in Project Management
April 25, 2026

Project Management Sustainable Construction Project Delivery: Integrated Approach, Digital Tools, and Green Outcomes Learn how Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) enable sustainable construction outcomes. Discover how collaborative project delivery, digital design tools, and systematic sustainability strategies reduce environmental impact, improve energy efficiency, and deliver cost-effective green buildings. 11 min read · …

BIM (Building Information Modeling), building energy modeling, Building information modeling (BIM), carbon footprint reduction, climate responsive design, energy efficiency construction, energy-efficient building design, environmentally friendly construction, green architecture, green building certification, high-performance buildings, integrated project delivery, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), LEED certification, life cycle assessment (LCA), low carbon construction, net zero buildings, passive design strategies, sustainability in construction, sustainable building practices, sustainable design

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Apr 25

Project Safety, Health and Environment: Compliance and Management | E-Basel

By Basel Al Najjar in Project Management
April 25, 2026

Project Management Project Safety, Health and Environment: Compliance, Management and Best Practice Project Health, Safety and Environment management is fundamental to project success. Learn how to implement HSE reviews, develop effective safety management plans, identify and control hazards, ensure compliance with regulations, and build a culture of safety throughout the project lifecycle. 10 min read …

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Apr 25

Design and Value Management: Creating Project Value | E-Basel

By Basel Al Najjar in Project Management
April 25, 2026

Project Management Design and Value Management: Creating and Optimizing Project Value Value Management is a systematic method for creating and optimizing value within a project by understanding client objectives and balancing cost, time, and performance. Applied early in the project lifecycle with full stakeholder engagement, VM improves design quality, reduces disputes, and delivers better outcomes. …

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Apr 25

Risk and Value Management in Construction Projects | E-Basel

By Basel Al Najjar in Project Management
April 25, 2026

Claims Risk and Value Management in Construction Projects Risk and value management are critical for construction project success. Learn how to identify, assess, and respond to risks; optimize project value; and use modern risk management techniques to reduce uncertainty and avoid costly disputes. 12 min read · Updated 25/04/2026 By Basel Al Najjar Civil Engineering …

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Basel Al Najjar

Civil Engineering Consultant · Accredited Expert Witness
Arbitrator · Senior Project Manager

Specialising in construction claims, FIDIC contracts, and dispute resolution across the UAE. Acting as Arbitrator, Tribunal Chairman, and Independent Expert in high-value, multi-party disputes.

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Category: Project Management

Construction Cost Management: Complete Guide to Controlling Project Costs in 2026

BOQ Price: How to Calculate Accurate Bill of Quantities

Value Engineering in Construction: Design and Cost Optimization | E-Basel

Strategic Issues in Construction Project Management: Solutions | E-Basel

Construction Delays and Concurrent Delays: Causes, Analysis, and Claims | E-Basel

Project Closure and Lessons Learned: Completing Projects Successfully | E-Basel

Sustainable Construction Project Delivery: IPD and BIM Strategy | E-Basel

Project Safety, Health and Environment: Compliance and Management | E-Basel

Design and Value Management: Creating Project Value | E-Basel

Risk and Value Management in Construction Projects | E-Basel

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