Chapter 3 and 4

MILE B.C.
CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION
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CHAPTER III
OPERATIONS AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT
3.1 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
This set of Specifications shall govern the methods of construction and kinds of materials
to be used for the proposed Project shown on the accompanying plans and detailed drawings.
The plans, detailed drawings and the Specifications shall be considered as complementing
each other so that what is mentioned or shown in one, although not mentioned or shown in the
other, shall be referred to the designing Architect for clarification.
All plans (Architectural, Structural, Electrical and Plumbing Plans) are printed in an A3
paper and attached in the Appendix of this manual. The Specifications are as follows:
3.1.1 General Requirements
I. Temporary Facilities
A. Field Office
1. The Contractor shall construct a field office of adequate size 2 weeks after
receipt of Notice to Proceed.
2. It shall be provided with at least: 3 executive tables, 2 clerical tables, one
drafting table, chairs, filing cabinets, shelves, one blackboard, office
supplies, medical aid kit, telephone and lighting.
B. Storage
1. The Contractor shall provide storage for stock piling of cement steel bars,
hardware and other construction materials intended for the project.

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2. Storage for cement shall be provided with elevated platforms properly
enclosed to protect cement from weather elements.
C. Barracks Bunk Houses
1. The Contractor shall provide temporary shelter and or sleeping quarters
for his construction personnel, properly maintained for the duration of the
Contract Works.
D. Temporary Fences / Barricades
1. The Contractor shall provide and maintain suitable and approved
temporary fences or barricades around the premises to safeguard his
workmen and the public against accident and possible pilferage.
2. The Contractor shall also provide and maintain sufficient lighting,
temporary sidewalks, guards, danger signs and other protective devices.
E. Sanitary Facilities
1. The Contractor shall construct temporary toilets for use during the
construction period and shall maintain such facilities in sanitary condition
at all times until completion of the Contract Works.
F. Temporary Electrical Connections
1. The Contractor shall provide for the lighting and power requirements of
the project during the construction period.
2. The Contractor shall make the necessary arrangement for the supply,
installation, maintenance and removal.

3.1.2 Site Works
I. Excavation
The Contractor shall make all necessary excavation for foundations to
establish grades indicated on drawing without extra compensation including all
other excavations required and necessary for the proper prosecution of the work.
1. The materials to be excavated shall include: any rock, earth and other
materials of any nature and description encountered in obtaining the
indicated lines and grades.
2. The excavation for footings shall be made deeper until the specified safe
bearing capacity of the soil is reached.
3. If water present at the excavation site, it shall be removed by bailing or
pumping. Great care should be taken in order that the surrounding soil is
not eroded or cave in.
4. When the concrete poured for foundation has hardened and can already
withstand the pressure resulting from fills, the materials removed from
excavations shall be used for backfilling them.
5. The fills and backfills shall be placed in layers not more than 150 mm in
thickness. Each succeeding layer shall be thoroughly compacted by
wetting tamping and rolling. Excess excavated materials shall be placed
and spread on the immediate premises.
6. Open tile drains under floor slab shall be covered with broken stones or
gravel up to the bottom of the slab.

3.1.3 Architectural Works
I. Acoustic Ceiling
1. All acoustic materials shall be delivered in the manufacturer’s original
unbroken packages or containers labeled plain with manufacturer’s name
and trade mark.
2. All materials shall be carefully handled and delivered to the job site
provided with a storage space protected from damages by water or
dampness.
3. All acoustic ceiling materials shall be provided with non – combustible
material fiber and have a 12 mm (1/2”) thickness.
4. Acoustical boards shall be used as ceiling underneath all floor ceilings and
overhangs of the all floors above the ground level.
5. All acoustic ceiling boards shall be installed on a 50 mm x 50 mm (2” x
2”) ceiling studs spaced 500 mm (20”) on centers both ways. The ceiling
shall include slats vent at selected spots along the perimeter of the ceiling.
II. Aluminum Glass Doors and windows
A. Glass Doors
1. Frames and panel members shall be fabricated from extruded aluminum
sections true to details with clean, straight, sharply defined profiles and
free from defects impairing strength, durability and appearance.
2. Extruded aluminum sections shall conform to the specification
requirements of ASTM B-211.

3. Screws, nuts, washers, bolts, rivets and other miscellaneous fastening
devices shall be made of non – corrosive materials such as aluminum and
stainless steel.
4. Hardware for fixing and locking devices shall be closely matched to the
extruded aluminum section and adaptable to the type and method of
opening.
5. Vinyl weather strip shall be first class quality flexible vinyl forming an
effective seal and without adverse deformation when installed.
B. Windows
a. Window Panel
1. Window Panel shall be connected at corners with miter joint fixed
rigidly to ensure weather tightness.
b. Sliding Windows
1. Sliding windows shall be provided with nylon sheave.
2. Sliding panels shall be suspended with concealed roller overhead tracks
with bottom guide pitch outward and slotted for complete drainage.
3. The sliding panels shall be provided with interior handles.
4. The locking devices shall be a spring-loaded extruded latch that
automatically engages special frame hips.

c. Casement Window
1. Casement window type shall be provided with two hinges fabricated
from extruded aluminum alloy. They shall open on stay arms having
adjustable sliding friction shoes to control window panel operations.
2. Locking device shall be one arm action handle for manual operations
complete with strike plate.
3. All joints between metal surface and masonry shall be fully and neatly
caulked.
4. Aluminum parts in contact with steel members shall be properly
insulated by a coat of zinc chromate, primer/bituminous paint applied to
the steel surface.
5. Weather strip shall be furnished on edges at meeting stiles.
6. Exposed aluminum surfaces shall be electrotype hard coats such as
anodize, satin, etc.
III. Glass and Glazing
1. All glass and glazing materials shall be delivered at jobsite with labels
affixed indicating quality, make, type and thickness. Each glass in glazed
position shall resist a design pressure of 244 kilograms per square meter.
2. Plate glass shall be manufactured from float glass that is mechanically
rounded and polished and sealed with a coating of silver and a uniform
film of electrolytic copper plating, then applied with protective coating of

paint to seal out moisture from the silver. Use where good vision is
required such as wall partitions.
3. Use Sealant as glazing material for glass installation. Setting and edge
blocks shall be made of lead or neoprene, chemically compatible with
sealant. Accessories like glazing clips, shims spacer strips, etc. shall be
made from non – corroding metal accessories.
4. Use 5.6 mm (7/32”) thick sheet glass of locally manufactured clear quality
for the following:
a. Aluminum windows and doors, notwithstanding plate glass.
b. Glass panels for partitions and counter door panels.
5. All comfort rooms whether shown or not, the Contractor shall provide and
fit securely in place at the most convenient height above each lavatory one
mirror, made from local glazing quality polished plate glass 6 mm thick
with beveled edges and brass chromium plated frame 12 mm thick steel
backing with the size of 180 cm x 75 cm.
IV. Floor Finishes
A. Ceramic Tiles
1. Ceramic tiles and trims shall be made of clay, or a mixture of clay and
other materials which is called the body of the tile classified by ASTM C-
242 as to their degree of water absorption.

2. Ceramic tiles and trims are manufactured either by dust pressed process or
by plastic process in which the clays are made plastic by mixing with
water, shaped by extrusion or in molds and then fired.
3. A 15 cm x 15 cm and 20 cm x 20 cm ceramic tiles shall be used for all
restrooms and kitchen respectively.
B. Glazed Tiles
1. Glazed tiles and trims shall have an impervious face of ceramic materials
fused on to the body of the tiles and trims.
2. The glazed surface may be clear white or colored depending on the color
scheme approved by the Architect.
3. Standard glaze is semi latte (less glossy) and is good resistance to
abrasion.
4. Glazed tiles shall be used for floors provided that these are used as light
duty floors.
5. A 60 cm x 60 cm glazed tiles shall be used for all floorings except
restrooms and kitchen.
V. Painting
1. All paint materials shall meet the requirements of the Standard
Specifications of the Standardization Committee on supplies.
2. All paint materials shall be delivered on the job – site in their original
containers with labels and seals unbroken.

3. Manufacture or brand of painting materials to be used shall be either be
Davies, Boysen or any equivalent by the designing Architect.
4. A white & tinted ready-mix paint with AASHTO M-70 Specification shall
be used for finished coat on metal and concrete surface. For ceiling, use
flat wall paint white & tinted with BS 75-80 002-IFP Specifications.
5. Surfaces should be thoroughly cleaned to remove mortar, dust, grease, rust
and other foreign substances that may be present on areas to be painted.
6. Surface defects such as cracks, dents, and holes must be filled with putty
and sandpapered before final coat of paint or varnish is applied.
7. All concrete surfaces to be painted shall first be given a coat of concrete
neutralizer. Concrete neutralizer shall be quality surface conditioner to be
diluted with water. Metal and steel must be primed with anti-rush paint
before the application of subsequent coats of paints.
3.1.4 Structural Works
I. Concrete Works
A. Portland Cement
1. Portland cement shall conform to the requirements of ASTM C-150 Type
I for normal Portland cement.
2. It shall be any standard commercial brand in 40 kilograms per bag.
B. Fine Aggregates
1. Sand shall be clean, hard, coarse river sand or crushed sand free from
injurious amount of clay loam and vegetable matter

2. It shall conform to ASTM C-33 or CC-330.
C. Coarse Aggregate
1. Gravel shall be river run gravel or broken stones.
2. The maximum size shall be 1/5 of the nearest dimension between sides of
forms of the concrete, or ¾ of the minimum clear spacing between
reinforcing bars, or between re-bars and forms whichever is smaller.
D. Mixing Water
1. Water used in mixing concrete shall be clean and free from injurious
amount of oils, acids, alkali, organic materials or other deleterious
substances.
E. Proportioning of Concrete
1. The Contractors shall employ, at his own expense, an approved testing,
laboratory which shall design the mix for each type of concrete required
by the Specifications and drawings to obtain strength as determined by test
cylinder at least 15% higher than required.
2. The adequacy of the mix design shall be verified by a test on a minimum
of 6 cylinders, 3 tested at 7 days; 3 at 28 days, in accordance with ASTM
C-192 and G-39 and by Slump Tests in accordance with ASTM C-143.
3. The testing laboratory shall submit 5 copies of the mix design and the test
results to the owner or his duly authorized representative for approval
before any concrete is placed.

4. If at any time during construction, the concrete resulting from the
approved mix design proves to be unsatisfactory for the reason such as too
much water, lack of sufficient plasticity to prevent segregation,
honeycomb, etc. or insufficient strength, the Contractor shall immediately
notify the testing laboratory and the supervising Engineer.
5. The laboratory shall modify the design, subject to approval by the
supervising Architect or Engineer until a satisfactory concrete is obtained.
6. Stone concrete – Minimum compressive cylinder strength of concrete f’c
at 28 days are as follows:
a. f’c = 28 MPa for suspended beam, slab and columns
b. f’c = 21 Mpa for footings and walls
7. The water content shall not exceed 28 liters per 40 kilograms per bag of
cement, and the slump test shall not exceed 10 cm in all cases unless
otherwise changed by supervising Architect or Engineer.
II. Reinforcement
A. Reinforcing Bars
1. Reinforcing bars shall be fixed one to the other by means of adequate steel
wire ties to form rigid reinforcement cages or nets. The reinforcement
shall be fixed in the form by approved concrete distance blocks, space
bars, links and stirrups, and all to be provided at the Contractor’s expense.
2. Reinforcing bars shall be spaced according to the approved working
drawings and the distance between bars shall not be less than those
recommended in ACI-318.
3. The sizes of the reinforcing bars are as follows:
a. 25 mm Ø for beams and columns
b. 20 mm Ø for footings
c. 10 mm Ø for slabs, ties and stirrups
B. Concrete Cover
1. The concrete to the gutter reinforcing bars shall be those recommended in
ACI-318, unless otherwise specifically indicated on the drawings.
2. The sizes of the reinforcing bars are as follows:
a. 75 mm for footings
b. 30 mm for columns
c. 20 mm for slabs and beams
C. Anchorage Length
1. Plain bars shall be provided with end hook unless otherwise specified. The
lengths of the anchorage of reinforcing bars shall be at least those
recommended in ACI-318.
D. Splices
1. Splices in bars shall be avoided as far as possible and shall be staggered in
any one structural member.

2. They shall conform with the recommendations in ACI-318. In no case
shall splices be made at critical points of maximum stress.
III. Concrete Hollow Blocks
1. For walls and partitions, the Contractor either uses concrete or ceramic
hollow blocks upon approval of the Architect or Engineer.
2. The load bearing of hollow blocks shall have a minimum compressive
strength of 7 MPa (1000 psi) computed from the average of five (5) units
based on the average gross area, and a minimum of 6 MPa (800 psi) for
the individual unit respectively, all based on gross area.
3. All units shall be sound and free from cracks or other defects that would
interfere with the proper placing of the unit or impair the strength or
permanence of the construction.
4. All cells of hollow blocks to be laid shall be filled with cement mortar
mixture of 1-part cement and 3 parts sand, by volume. The horizontal
joints between units shall be provided with 1:3 cement mortar mixture at
least 10 mm thick.
5. The 6” x 8” x 16” and 4” x 8” x 16” hollow blocks shall be used for
exterior walls and interior walls, respectively.
6. All hollow blocks walls shall be reinforced with 10 mm diameter
deformed bars both ways for every hollow block laid horizontally and
vertically.
3.1.5 Electrical Works

I. Codes, Regulations and Standards
1. The installation and equipment shall conform to good engineering
practices and in particular comply with the requirements laid down in the
following documents or its equivalent which are mandatory and modified
only by specific agreement.
2. In addition to the requirements of these Codes and the Utility Power
Company’s requirements, local government regulations and suppliers
Specifications if any, shall be followed.
II. Service Metering Facilities
1. The Contractor shall furnish and install a concrete pedestal pole size 30
cm x 30 cm x 5.50 m in the location shown in the plan and electrical
diagram including line accessories and hardware in accordance with the
local power company’s standards.
2. It shall be the duty of the Contractor to request the local power company
to install a proper type and size of service metering instruments and all
other necessary accessories, materials, equipment, devices and fittings.
III. Panel boards
1. The Contractor shall furnish and install the necessary panel boards’ multi-
breaker type including the breakers. It shall conform to the schedule of
panel boards as shown on the approved plan with respect to supply
characteristics, rating of main circuit breaker, number and ratings and
capacities of branch circuit breakers.

2. Circuit breakers shall be tropical of the magnetic thermal type with
ratings, capacity and number of poles as indicated in the drawings.
3. All panel boards to be used shall be surface mounted. It shall consist of a
factory completed dead front assembly mounted in an enclosing flush type
cabinet consisting of code gauge galvanized sheet steel box with trim and
door.
4. All panel boards shall be set plumb and symmetrical with the surrounding
objects. Panel boards shall be installed in a perfectly fit cabinet of
appropriate size provided with a stop in-door trim and good quality
cylinder lock. The inside and outside of panel board cabinets and trims
shall be factory painted with one rust proofing primer coat and two finish
shop coats of pearl-gray enamel paint.
IV. Conduit Work
1. Standard PVC conduit pipe system is required for this project.
2. Conduit runs shall be concealed in drop ceiling where concealment is not
possible.
3. No conduit of less than 15 mm normal diameter shall be installed for this
project. It is preferable to use 20 mm normal diameter conduit. Two or
more conduits shall not be installed in lieu of a larger size.
4. Conduit run shall be continuous from outlet and no running thread shall be
in any conduit run. Conduit shall be cut square and properly reamed.
5. All joints shall be screwed enter knockouts of conduit boxes, pull boxes,
panels and cabinet squarely. Lock – nuts shall be screwed tight to ensure
continuity of raceway grounding.
6. Bonds and offset shall be avoided where possible, but when necessary it
shall be made with approved conduit bending apparatus.
7. Conduits which have been deformed or crushed in any manner should not
be installed.
8. The contractor shall plug with approved pipe caps the ends of all conduit
boxes so as to prevent the entrance of white ants and dirt within the
conduit system.
9. This cap shall be placed that can be easily removed when so desired and at
same time serve the purpose intended.
V. Wiring Methods
1. Wiring for all systems shall be type THW conductors using plastic conduit
pipes.
2. Proper fittings shall be provided at ends of conduits. Wiring installations
shall be concealed from view.
3. All conduit and conduit fittings shall be PVC and shall conform with the
Underwriter’s Laboratories Inc. Standard and Codes.
4. The smallest size of conductor to be used shall be 2.0 mm2, type THW.
5. Circuit homeruns for lighting shall be 3.5 mm2 and 5.5 mm2 for the power.
6. All splices, tape and junctions for all systems using conductors up to 14
mm2 shall be accomplished by using rubber tapes.
7. Taps and splices shall be properly protected with both plastic and friction
electrical tapes to proper insulation and protection for high voltage.
8. Wiring from ceiling outlets to lighting fixtures recessed in dropped
ceilings shall be done using type TW conductors in RS conduits.
VI. Outlets and Switches
1. All boxes for outlets and switches shall be galvanized iron approved
products of reputable manufacturers.
2. All ceiling outlet boxes intended for lighting outlets shall be of the 10 cm
octagonal box.
3. Convenience and wall switch outlet boxes shall be of the 10 cm by 5.3 cm
rectangular deep flush type.
4. Convenience outlets and wall switches shall be mounted 0.30 m and 1.37
m above the floor line, respectively.
5. All boxes including junction and pull boxes shall be of sufficient size to
provide free space for all conductors enclosed in the box.
6. All external or outside electrical installations shall be weather proof.
VII. Wall Switches and Receptacles
1. Suitable single pole, two-gang, three-gang and three-way switches of the
flush tumbler type and receptacles with proper bake lite cover plates shall
be installed and installed as indicated in the drawings.

2. Wall switches intended to control lights on the 220 volts system shall be
rated 10 amp. Convenience outlets shall be flushed duplex type rated 20
amp, 220 volts and AC.
VIII. Grounding Installation
1. All non – current carrying metallic parts like conduits, cabinets and
equipment frames shall be properly grounded in accordance with the
Philippine Electrical Code, latest edition. Each shall be grounded in a
separate grounding system.
2. Ground rods shall be copper clad steel with diameter of 16 mm and length
of 2.0 m.
3. Ground clamps shall be of high compression, solderless cast design frame
of high copper alloy bronze with minimum thickness of 4.7 mm and
hardware made from silicon bronze.
IX. Lighting Fixtures
1. All lighting fixtures shall be furnished and installation by the Contractor.
X. Main Circuit Breaker
1. The main circuit breaker shall be electrically operated as required with
ratings and capacity as shown on the Plans.
2. The main breaker shall include insulation control switch, manual trip
button, magnetic tripping devices, adjustable time overcurrent protection
and instantaneous short circuit to ensure safe and efficient operation.
3.1.6 Plumbing Works

I. Plastic Pipes
1. All tube pipes to be used in this project shall be plastic or synthetic
materials.
2. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) shall be used for rigid type of connections and
Polyethylene (PE) for flexible connections.
3. The PE tubes are in coil form available up to 150 meters long in coil form
shall be used for underground water connections.
4. Plastic pipe shall be of quality made by reputable manufacturers free from
defects, and shall be true, smooth and cylindrical, their inner and outer
surfaces being as nearly concentric as practicable.
5. They shall be in all aspect, sound and perfectly molded free from laps, pin
holes or other imperfections and shall be neatly dressed with its end
finished reasonably square to their axes.
6. Pipes and fittings for sanitary and potable water lines as approved
alternate shall be unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (uPVC) pipes and
fittings.
7. Fittings shall be molded type and designed for solvent cement joint
connection for water lines and rubber O – ring seal joint for sanitary lines.
II. Septic Tank
1. The septic tank shall be provided as shown on the plans including all pipe
vents and fittings.

2. Inlet and outlet pipes shall conform to the latest edition of the National
Plumbing Code.
III. Plumbing Fixtures and Fittings
1. All fittings and trimmings for fixtures shall be chromium plated and
polished brass.
2. Exposed traps and supply pipes for fixtures shall be connected to the
roughing – in, piping system at the wall.
3. Built in fixtures shall be watertight with provision of water supply and
drainage outlet, fittings and trap seal.
4. All plumbing fixtures shall be made of vitreous china complete with
fittings. Model make and color shall be approved by the Owner and
designing Architect.
a. Water closet shall be vitreous china and free-standing toilet
combination with cover complete and with fittings and mounting
accessories.
b. Lavatory shall be vitreous china, wall hung with rear overflow
and cast in soap dishes, pocket hanger with integral china
brackets, complete with twin faucets, supply pipes, p – trap and
mounting accessories.
c. Urinal shall be vitreous china, wall hung wash – out urinal with
extended shields and integral flush spreader, concealed wall

hanger pockets, 19 mm top spud complete with fitting and
mounting accessories.
5. Floor drains shall be made of stainless-steel beehive type, measuring 10
cm x 10 cm, and provided with detachable stainless strainer, expanded
metal lath type.
6. Toilet paper, soap holder, hand dryer and vending for toiletries shall be
wall mounted.
7. Faucets shall be made of stainless steel for interior use only.
8. Kitchen sink shall be made of stainless-steel self-rimming, single
compartment complete with supply fittings, strainer traps, dual control
lever and other accessories.
IV. Fire Protection System
1. Fire hose cabinets shall be locally available consisting of 38 mm diameter
valve hose rack with 30 mm nipple rubber hose cable with square nozzle
38 mm diameter brass, chromium plated.
2. Fire extinguisher shall be portable, suitable for Class A, B, and C fires,
mounted inside the cabinet. Cabinet shall be full flush mounting door with
aluminum trim for glass plate.
3. Frame and box shall be made of gauge 14 galvanized iron sheet with white
interior and red exterior baked enamel finish over the well-prepared
primer.
3.1.7 Mechanical Works

I. Air Conditioning
A. Pipe Insulation
1. Pipe insulation shall be pre – formed fiberglass or its equivalent. The
insulating material shall be covered with 10 mm x 0.13 mm thick
polyethylene film which shall be overlapped not less than 50 mm.
2. Pipe insulations shall be adequately protected at point of support by means
of suitable metal shield to avoid damage from compression.
3. Insulated pipes, valves and fittings located outdoors shall be provided with
metal jackets.
B. Duct Works
1. Duct shall be galvanized steel sheet of not less than No. 22 for 775 mm to
1500 mm wide.
2. Joints and stiffeners of ducts using slip joints shall be 775 mm to 1500
mm, brace with 31 x 31 x 3 m steel angles.
3. Stiffeners shall be located not more than 12.0 cm from each joint.
4. Galvanized metal bands shall be secured and space 30 cm minimum center
to center distance and corners protected with galvanized metal angles.
C. Diffusers
1. Diffusers shall be complete with frame and gasket, equalizing deflector
and volume control as specified and shall have factory applied prime coat
of paint.
D. Dampers
1. Dampers shall be of same materials as duct, at least one gauge thicker and
in an accessible location, complete with locking device for adjusting and
locking damper in position.
E. Fire Dampers
1. Main duct shall be provided with proper fire dampers of the fusible link
actuated type.
2. Access door shall be provided in ductwork for renewal of fusible link and
to rest damper.
II. Automatic Water Sprinkler
A. Fire Pump
1. The type, size, capacity and quantity and power characteristics shall be
specified on the plans
2. The fire pump shall be diesel engine driven and capable of delivering a
minimum of residual pressure of 103 kPa at the top – most and remotest
sprinkler.
3. The pump unit shall be supplied with relief valve, gate valve, suction
gauge and discharge pressure gauge. The diesel engine shall be designed
specifically intended for an automatic water sprinkler protection system.
4. A drop in system pressure due to the operation of one sprinkler pressure
shall triggered a series of automatic operations that will result in the

instantaneous operation of the engine to drive the fire pump with the aid of
a battery automatic controller.
5. The tachometer, oil pressure gauge and temperature gauge and control
panel shall be provided.
6. A diesel fuel day tank shall be provided to supply the engine for a
minimum of two (2) hours running time.
7. The fuel storage tank shall be asphalt coated with necessary piping and
fittings for connection.
B. Jockey Pump
1. Jockey pump shall be electric motor driven, 220 V, 3 – phase, 60 hertz
power connection. The capacity to be supplied shall not be less than that
specified on the plans.
C. Sprinkler Head
1. Type – spray unit, pendant and upright unit
a. 12 pcs of pendant and upright for 300 – 1000 sprinklers
b. 2 pcs of sprinkler tons and wrench
2. Flow capacity, 83 LPM per head
3. Pressure rating
4. Residual pressure – 103 kPa minimum
5. Maximum pressure – 1035 kPa

6. Temperature rating – fusing at 57.5oC to 74oC
7. Finish – chrome – pendant – chrome
8. Pipe thread – 13 mm nominal
9. Stock of extra heads and tools required
D. Alarm Check Valve and Fire Alarm System
1. The alarm assembly shall be constructed and installed that any flow of
water from the sprinkler system equal to or greater than that from the
single automatic head shall result in an audible and visual signed in the
vicinity of the building.
2. The alarm apparatus shall be substantially supported and so located and
installed that all parts shall readily accessible for inspection, removal and
repair. An approved identification sign shall be installed near the outdoor
alarm device in a conspicuous position.
3.2 WORK REQUIREMENTS
This set of Work Requirements shall govern the methods of construction to be used for the
proposed Project shown on the accompanying plans and detailed drawings. All construction
plans and works shall pass based on the National Structural Code of the Philippines (NSCP) and
the National Building Code of the Philippines (NBCP) for technical, architectural, structural and
mechanical works, Provision of the Philippine Electrical Code for electrical works and National
Plumbing Code of the Philippines for plumbing works. Also, all laborers that will participate in
this should pass the required forms and standards of the Department of Labor and Employment
(DOLE).
All building permits and other construction requirements shall be accomplished by the
Owner before the construction proceeds. These are the lists of permits and other requirements
that shall be completed by the Owner in order to mobilize the construction:
1. Certified true copy of the land title from the Register of Deeds (RD)
2. Lot Plan with Site Map from the Geodetic Engineer
3. Locational Clearance at the City Planning and Development Office (CPDO)
a. Certified true copy of the Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT)
b. Affidavit of consent to construct
c. Barangay Clearance
d. Location Plan
e. Architectural Plans (2 sets, signed and sealed)
f. Site Development Plan showing parking layout
4. Inspection for the locational clearance from the CPDO upon release of the permit
5. Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (FSEC) from the local Fire Marshall at the Bureau of
Fire Protection (BFP)
a. Building Plans (5 sets, signed and sealed)
b. Bill of Materials
c. Locational Clearance
6. Building permit and ancillary permits at the Office of the Building Official
- Architectural Permit - Civil/Structural Permit

- Electrical Permit
- Mechanical Permit
- Sanitary Permit
- Plumbing Permit
- Electronics Permit
- PTR & PRC of
Professional
3.3 MAJOR PHASES OF WORK TO BE DONE
Project
Pre-Construction Execution Turnover &

Phase Phase Acceptance
Conceptual Signing of
Procurement Mobilization Construction Control Completion
Stage Contract
Feasibility Structural Electrical Plumbing Mechanical Inspection &

Materials Site works Time Control
Study Works Works Works Works Testing
Air
Detailed Site Drainage
Equipment Footings Lighting Conditioning Cost Control Turnover
Design Development System
System
Automatic
Excavation Columns Power Water Sprinkler Quality
Distribution System Control
Beams
Slabs
Figure 3.1 Major Phases of Work
Phase Activity Description of Task Involved

 Carry out studies of user
requirements. Owner / Client
Conceptual  Conduct location analysis Project
Stage  Develop preliminary plans such as Management
perspective and floor plans. Team
 Estimate project cost.
 Perform market, technical, cost–
Pre- Owner / Client
benefit, social–environmental
Construction Feasibility Project
analysis.
Phase Study Management
 Strategize suitable management
Team
style and financing.
 Inspection and approval of the
Owner / Client
design proposals.
Detailed Project
 Completion of the full design of the
Design Management
building includes plans, Team
specifications and schedule.
Signing of  Acceptance of the bills and plans. Contractor

Contract  Procurement of the Contractor. Owner / Client
 Acquirement of materials and

Procurement Operation Team
equipment.
Mobilization  Start of construction and labor. Operation Team
Execution  Construction of:
Phase o Site works
o Structural works
Construction Operation Team
o Electrical works
o Plumbing works
o Mechanical works
 Inspection of the time, cost and Engineering &
Control
quality of the construction. Control Team
Administration
 Final touch–up and placement of
Completion & Operation
furniture.
Team
Turnover & Client / Owner
Inspection &  Inspection and correction of
Acceptance Engineering &
Testing defects, if any.
Control Team
 Turnover to the Client / Owner.
Occupation Client / Owner
 Start of building operation.
3.3 WORK PROCEDURE / METHODLOGY

The detailed guideline or procedure that J.W. Builders follows as to accomplish the
given project.
3.3.1 Pre – Construction Phase

I. Conceptual Stage
1. The Project Management team, preferably the Contractor shall conduct an
interview to the client/owner to determine his requirements, budgets,
expectations and location of the project.

2. The Architect and Project Engineering team shall perform a site
investigation to able to make a location analysis that will be used for
development of suitable plans and construction techniques.
3. The Project Management team shall develop the preliminary plans that
will follow the specifications and requirements of the client/owner and the
codes of the Philippines.
4. The Project Engineering team shall estimate the cost and construction
schedule of the project and prepare a summary report of the estimation.
II. Feasibility Study
1. The Project Management team shall conduct a market, technical, cost–
benefit and social–environmental analysis that includes a list of suppliers,
manufacturers and laborers that may participate in this project.
2. The Project Engineering team shall present the estimated cost of the
project to the client/owner and Project management team to formulate the
suitable management and financing style that will be used on the project.
III. Detailed Design
1. The Project Management team shall inspect the plans and specifications of
the project if it is in accordance with the codes of the Philippines before
presenting the plans to the client/owner and executives. The Architect and
the Designing Team shall make the necessary changes, if there is any.
2. The Architect and the Designing team shall present the complete plans and
specifications to the client/owner and executives. They shall make

necessary the changes, if there is any as specified by the client/owner and
executives.
3. The plans should have an approval before finalizing the cost estimation
and schedule.
3.3.2 Execution Phase
I. Signing of Contract
1. The final compilation of the plans and bills shall be presented to the
client/owner and have his approval of the project proposal.
2. A contract shall be signed by both client/owner and Contractor for the
procurement of the project.
II. Procurement
1. The Contractor shall acquire the materials and equipment to the chosen
suppliers and manufacturers before the construction starts.
III. Mobilization
1. The members of the Project Management team shall be assigned
specifically the Operation team.
2. A Notice to Proceed shall be sent to the Operation team to start the
construction.
IV. Construction
1. The operation shall start and be in accordance in the specifications and
construction requirements as stated.

A. Site Works
The work shall consist of furnishing all items, materials, equipment,
labor, plants, applications, methods and all operations that may be necessary,
and incidentals to complete excavation, filling, back–filling and grading in
accordance with the Plans and subject to the terms and conditions of the
Contract.
1. Guards or fences shall be provided along open sides of excavation
except that, in the discretion of the Engineer, such guards or fence
may be omitted from any side or sides other than those adjacent to
streets or public passageways.
2. The Contractor shall make all necessary excavations for foundations
to establish grades indicated on drawings without extra
compensation including all other excavations required and necessary
for the proper prosecution of the work.
3. Cut slope for permanent excavations shall not be steeper than 1–½
horizontal to one vertical, and slopes for permanent fills shall not be
steeper than 2 horizontals to one vertical unless a substantiating data
which justify steeper slopes are submitted.
4. Fills to be used to support the foundations shall be placed in
accordance with accepted engineering practices.
B. Architectural Works
i. Acoustic Ceiling
This work shall consist of furnishing and installing acoustic ceiling
materials, tools, labor and equipment and performing all operations for all
acoustical treatment requirement as shown in the Plans.
1. The acoustic requirement shall verify and examine all surfaces
covered and the conditions under which all acoustic ceiling work is
to be performed and must note all unsatisfactory conditions.
2. Before any installation of the work, all surfaces to receive acoustic
treatment shall be clean, dry, level and free from irregularities and
shall be tested for adhesive bond.
3. Installation of acoustic materials shall be in accordance with the
detailed section and with the accordance with the manufacturer’s
manual of instructions.
4. Acoustic materials shall be cut as required to fit the perpendicular
condition and shall be properly secured by anchorage and other
accessories to obtain a satisfactory workmanlike installation.
5. No mechanical work shall be exposed on the finish work.
6. All joints around electrical outlets, pipes and other work extending
through materials shall be sealed with caulking.
7. The finished surface shall be cleaned and free from any spots, dirt
marks and dust by the use of soft art gum eraser.
ii. Aluminum Glass Doors and windows

This work shall consist of furnishing all aluminum glass door and
window materials, labor, tools and equipment required in undertaking the
proper installation as shown on the Plans.
1. For all assembly and fabrication works, the cut ends shall be true to
line and accurately jointed, free or burrs and rough edges.
2. Cut – out recesses, mortising, grinding operation for hardware shall
be accurately made and properly reinforced when necessary.
3. Main frame shall consist of head, sill and jamb stiles specifically
designed and machined to inter – fit and be joined at corners with
self – threading screws.
4. Frame sill shall be stepped and sloped with offset weep holes for
efficient drainage to the exterior.
5. Door panel shall be accurately joined at corners assembled and fixed
rigidly to ensure weather tightness.
6. Aluminum glass door, windows and main frames shall be installed in
a prepared opening to be set plumb, square, level and true to details.
7. All joints between metal surface and masonry shall be caulked to
ensure weather tightness.
8. Sliding type door panel and windows shall be equipped with
concealed roller overhead tracks with bottom guide.
9. Weather strip shall be furnished on edges at the meeting stiles of
doors.
10. Where aluminum is to be in contact with steel, concrete, block, tile
or other similar masonry construction, the aluminum surface shall be
back painted before erection with a bituminous paint.
11. Exposed aluminum surface shall be electro type hard coats.
12. All aluminum parts shall be protected adequately to ensure against
damaged during transit and construction operations.
iii. Glass and Glazing
This work shall consist of furnishing all glass and glazing materials,
labor, tools, plant and equipment required in undertaking the proper
installation as shown on the Plans.
1. Safety precaution and procedure shall be observed in determining the
sizes and in providing the required clearances by measuring the
actual opening to receive the glass.
2. All glass shall be accurately cut to fit openings and set with equal
bearing on the entire width of plane.
3. Corners shall be carefully made. All excess putty shall be removed
and surfaces left clean.
4. Movable items or parts shall be kept in a closed and locked position
until after the glazing compound has thoroughly set.
5. All glass sheets shall be bedded, backed puttied, secured in place and
face puttied. Secure glass in aluminum frame with non – corrosive
clips except where glazing beads are required.

6. Apply putty in a uniformly straight lines, with accurately formed
bevels and clean-cut corners, then remove excess putty from glass
and frames.
7. Set glass in hollow metal doors and in metal frames of interior
partitions in felt channel insets or bedded in putty to prevent any
rattle.
a. Secure glass in frames with glazing stops.
b. Secure stops on doors with screws.
8. Glass breakage caused in executing the work or by faulty installation
and improperly installed glass which does not fully meet the
requirements if its grade shall be replaced by the Contractor without
extra cost.
iv. Floor Finishes
This work shall consist of furnishing all ceramic tiles and cementitious
materials, tools, and equipment including labor required in undertaking the
proper installation of floor tiles as shown on the Plans.
1. Tile work shall not be started until roughing–ins for plumbing,
electrical and other trades have been completed and tested. The work
of all other trades shall be protected from any kind damages.

2. Mortar mix for scratch coat and setting bed shall consist of one-part
Portland cement ¼ part lime and 3 parts sand by volume.
3. Surface to receive tile must be level, true to elevation, dry, free from
dirt, oil and other kinds of ointments.
4. Allow at least seven (7) days curing of scratch coat and setting bed.
Installation work shall not be allowed to proceed until unsatisfactory
conditions are corrected.
5. Thoroughly dampen surfaces of masonry or concrete before scratch
coat is applied.
6. On masonry surface apply first a thin coat with pressure, then bring
it out sufficiently to compensate for the major irregularities of the
surface to a thickness not less than 10 mm at any point.
7. Evenly rake the scratch coat to provide good mechanical key before
the mortar mix has fully hardened.
8. Ceramic tiles shall be installed in clean water prior to installation for
a minimum of one hour.
9. Determine and mark layout of ceramic tiles as to joint location,
position of trims and fixtures so as to minimize cutting less than one
half size of the tile.
10. Thoroughly dampen surface of wall but not to saturate the surface.
11. Apply a bond coat mix with consistency of cream paste 1.5 mm thick
to the wall surface or to the back of the tile to be laid.

12. Lay the tiles true to profile then exert pressure and tamp tile surface
before the bond coat mix has initially set.
13. Continue with the next full tile to be laid and pressed firmly upon the
setting bed tamped until flush and in place of the other tiles.
14. Intersections and returns shall be formed accurately using the
appropriate trim.
15. All lines shall be kept straight and true to profiles, plumbed and
internal corners rounded using the appropriate trims.
v. Painting
This work shall consist of furnishing all paints, enamels and other
products to be used including labor, tools and equipment required as shown on
the Plans.
1. The Contractor prior to commencement of the work shall examine
the surfaces to be applied with paints, enamels, and other related
products in order not to jeopardize the quality and appearance of
painting or finishing work.
2. No exterior paint or interior finishing shall be done under conditions
which may jeopardize the quality the quality and appearance of the
painting or finishing.
3. No painting works shall be done during rainy or damp weather.
4. All hardware shall be protected or removed prior to painting and
varnishing operations.
5. All works shall be performed by experienced, and skilled craftsmen
to assure finished work of first-class quality, appearance and
durability.
6. All paints, and other coatings shall be mixed and applied strictly in
accordance with the manufacturers printed instructions.
7. All surface to receive paint should be cleaned and in proper
condition. Glazed surface and those with traces of patching
compound shall be sandpapered or acid etched before applying a
primer.
8. Concrete and masonry surfaces shall be coated with concrete
neutralizer and allowed to dry before any painting primer is applied.
9. All knot holes, pitch pockets or sappy portions shall be shellacked or
sealed with knot–sealer. Nail holes, cracks or defects shall be
carefully puttied after the first coat with putty matching color of the
stain or paint.
10. At the time of application, paint shall show no sign of deterioration.
Paint shall be thoroughly stirred, strained and kept at a uniform
consistency during application.
11. Kerosene shall not be used as paint thinner. Paints of different
manufacturer shall not be mixed together.
12. When surface is dried, apply first coating. Hairline cracks and
unevenness shall be patched and sealed with approved putty or

patching compound. After all defects are corrected, apply the finish
coats as specified on the Plan in accordance with the approved color
scheme.
C. Structural Works
i. Reinforcement
This work shall consist of furnishing of all reinforcing steel and their
placement, labor, tools, equipment, and performance of all operations relative
to the fabrication and delivery to site conforming to the dimensions and
spacing as shown on the Plans.
1. All reinforcement shall be placed according to the approved
drawings. The Contractor shall provide sufficient bar support, ties,
anchors and other accessories to hold all bars securely in place.
2. All stirrups shall be held in place by bar spacers. Reinforcing steel
shall be cleaned of oil, grease, scale, rust or other coatings which
will impair bond.
3. All bars shall be bent cold.
ii. Formworks
This work shall consist of furnishing all required materials, tools,
equipment and performing all operations necessary for proper prosecution.
1. Forming shall conform to the shape, lines and dimensions shown on
the drawings. They shall be substantial and designed to resist the
pressure and weight of the concrete.

2. Forms shall be properly tied and braced to maintain their position
and shape. It shall be sufficiently tight and strong to prevent leakage.
3. Provide temporary openings where necessary to facilitate cleaning
and inspection before depositing concrete.
4. Before construction, all form materials are subject to approval.
5. Forming shall start at the first-floor level with new materials. Forms
for exposed concrete may be reused only if the surface has not
absorbed moisture and has not splintered, warped or peeled, subject
to the approval of the supervising Architect or Engineer.
6. Forms shall be coated with non–staining form oil before setting
reinforcement. The form oil shall not contain chemical that will
impair the strength of the concrete.
7. Removal of forms or shoring is subject to approval by the
supervising Architect or Engineer and under no circumstances shall
bottom form and shoring be removed until after the members have
acquired sufficient strength to support their weight and the load
thereon.
8. Forms shall remain in place for a minimum time as follows:
a. Columns, shear and bearing walls ….……………….3 days
b. Beams and Slabs (bottom form) ……...……...……...21
days
iii. Concrete Works

This work shall consist of furnishing, placing and finishing concrete in
buildings conforming to the lines, grades and dimensions shown on the Plans.
1. All ready mixed concrete shall conform with requirements of ASTM
C-94, placed in forms within one hour after adding water or not more
than ½ hour if a retarder is used. It shall be kept constantly agitated
during the transit period.
2. Pouring of concrete should not be started until after the forms and
reinforcement for the whole unit are properly laid and installed,
cleaned, inspected and approved.
3. Construction joints shall be rough–in and clean thoroughly before any
pouring starts. Wet and slush surface with cement mortar.
4. The conveyors shall be kept full of concrete during the placing and
their lower ends shall be kept buried in the newly placed concrete.
5. Concrete during and immediately after depositing, shall be
thoroughly compacted. The compaction shall be done by mechanical
vibration.
6. After the initial set of the concrete, the forms shall not be jarred, and
no strain shall be placed on the ends of the projecting reinforcing
bars. Foundation shall be free from water during concreting and
construction joints shall be determined by the supervising Architect
or Engineer.
7. Concrete in columns shall be placed in one continuous pouring
operation and allowed to set 12 hours before caps are placed.
Likewise, concrete in beams and slabs in superstructures shall be
poured in one operation.
iv. Masonry works

This work shall consist furnishing of all necessary materials, tools,
equipment, labor, and appliances necessary to complete the execution of the
masonry work as shown on the Plans.
1. Masonry work shall not be started when the horizontal and vertical
alignment of the foundation has a maximum total error of 25 mm.
2. All masonry works shall be laid true to line, level, plumb and neat in
accordance with the plans and to the satisfaction of the Owner.
3. Units shall be cut accurately to fit all plumbing ducts, opening
electrical works, etc., and all holes shall be neatly patched
4. Extra care shall be taken to prevent visible grout mortar stain.
5. No construction supports shall be attached to the wall except where
specifically permitted by the supervising Architect or Engineer.
v. Masonry Finish
This work shall consist furnishing of all necessary materials, tools,
equipment, labor, and appliances necessary to complete the execution of the
masonry finish as shown on the Plans.
1. Plaster work shall be finished level, plumb, square and true to line
within a tolerance of 3mm in 3.00 meters without waves, cracks,

blisters, pits, crazing, discolorations, projections and other
imperfections.
2. Plaster work shall be formed carefully around angles, contours, and
well–up to screeds.
3. Special care shall be taken to prevent sagging and consequent
dropping of mortar applications.
4. There shall be no visible junction marks in final coat where on day
work adjoins the other.
D. Electrical Works
This work shall consist of furnishing all materials, equipment, tools, labor
and all other services necessary to complete and make ready for operation the
Electrical Power and Lighting System indicated in the Electrical Plans.
1. Only skilled workmen using proper tools and equipment shall be
employed during the entire course of installation work.
2. All workmanship shall be of the best practices of the trade involved.
The same job foreman shall be assigned and maintained at the job
site during the entire course of the job.
E. Plumbing Works
This work shall consist of furnishing all materials, tools, equipment and
fixtures required as shown on the Plans for the satisfactory performance of the
entire plumbing system including installation.
i. Soil, Waste, Drain and Vent Pipes
1. All soil and drainage pipes shall be sloped at 2% but in no case
flatter than one percent (1%).
2. Horizontal lines shall be supported by well secured heavy strap
hangers.
3. Vertical lines shall be secured strongly by hooks to the building
frame and a suitable brackets or chairs shall be provided at the floor
from which they start.
4. All main vertical soil and waste stacks shall be extended full size to
and above the roof line to act as vents.
5. Where an end or circuit vent pipe from any fixtures is connected to a
vent line serving other fixtures, the connections shall be at least 120
cm above the floor which the fixtures are located.
6. Horizontal waste line receiving the discharge from two or more
fixtures shall be provided with end vents.
7. All changes in pipe sizes such as soil and waste lines shall be made
with reducing fittings or recessed reducers.
8. All changes in directions shall be made by appropriate use of 45 0
degrees Y; half Y; long sweep; quarter bends or elbows for soil and
waste lines where the change in direction of flow is from the
horizontal to the vertical and discharges from water closet.
9. Cleanouts at the bottom each soil stack, waste stack, downspout, and
where else indicated shall be the same size as the pipe lines.
10. Vent pipes shall be flashed and made water tight at the roof with
ferrule lead sheet.
11. Each fixtures and place of equipment requiring connection to the
drainage system except fixtures and continuous waste shall equipped
with a trap. Each trap shall be placed as near to the fixtures as
possible.
ii. Water Pipes, Fittings and Connections
1. The water supply piping shall be extended to all fixtures, outlets and
equipment from the gate valves installed in the branch near the riser.
2. All pipes shall be cut accurately to measurements and shall be
worked into place without springing or forcing.
3. All piping above the ground shall be run parallel with the lines of the
building.
4. All service pipes, valves and fittings shall be kept at sufficient
distance from other work to permit finished covering less than 12
mm from such work or from finished covering on the different
services.
iii. Fixtures, Equipment and Fastenings
1. All fixtures shall be supported and fastened in a safe and satisfactory
workmanship.
2. All fixtures required to be wall mounted on concrete or concrete
hollow block wall shall be fasten with brass expansion bolts.
3. Expansion bolts shall be 6 mm diameter with 20 mm threads into
solid concrete, fitted with tubing or sleeves of proper length to
acquire extreme rigidity.
4. Inserts shall be rigidly secured, anchored and properly concealed and
flushed into the walls.
5. During installation of fixtures and accessories and until final
acceptance, fixtures shall be protected with strippable plastic or other
approved means to maintain fixtures in perfect conditions.
iv. Disinfection
1. The entire water distribution system shall be thoroughly flushed and
treated with Chlorine before it is operated for human use.
2. After contact period of not less than 16 hours, the heavily
chlorinated water shall be flushed from the system with potable
water.
3. Valves for the water distribution shall be opened and closed several
times during the 16 hours of Chlorination treatment period.
F. Mechanical Works
i. Air Conditioning
This work shall consist of furnishing and installation of air conditioning
and ventilation systems, inclusive of necessary electrical connections,
ductworks and all other necessary accessories, ready for service.
1. The air conditioning system shall be entirely automatic in operation
and shall not require the presence of an attendant except for periodic
inspection for lubrication.
2. All equipment and materials shall be inspected upon the delivery and
shall be tested after lubrication.
3. Piping shall be buried, concealed or insulated until it has been
inspected, tested and approved.
4. Walls, floors and other parts of the building and equipment damaged
by Contractor in the prosecution of this mechanical work shall be
replaced and restored to its original conditions as shown on the
Plans.
5. Operating test of complete air conditioning system shall be 6 hours
minimum for each system. Tests of air flow, temperature and
humidity shall be made to demonstrate that each unit complies with
the requirements of the Plans and Specifications.
ii. Automatic Water Sprinkler

This work shall consist of furnishing and installation of Automatic Water
Sprinkler System, inclusive of all piping and pipe fittings connections, control
and all other accessories ready for service in accordance with the Plans.
1. System operation and maintenance chart shall be submitted to the
Owner upon completion of the Contract. This shall include the
locations of control valves and care of the new equipment.
2. Sign boards shall be mounted on the wall nearest the equipment for
easy identification and reading. Paints shall be gloss fire red and
white.
3. Test shall be by the Sprinkle System conducted in the presence of an
inspector or authority having jurisdiction.
V. Control
1. As the construction is going, the Engineering and Control team shall
continuously inspect and check the works of the Operation team and it
shall meet the specified schedule, budget and quality.
3.3.3 Turnover and Acceptance
I. Completion
1. The Administration team shall purchase the furniture as specified in plans
or by the client/owner.
2. After the procurement of the furniture, the Operation team shall place and
arrange the furniture as shown in plans.
II. Inspection & Testing

1. The Project Manager and client/owner shall conduct a preliminary
inspection to determine if there are any defects or malfunctions on the
project. A correction shall be made if there are any defects are found.
III. Occupation
1. The Contractor shall turn over the project to the owner/client after the
completion of the operation.
2. A Certificate of Completion shall be signed by both client/owner and
Contractor as a sign of acceptance and completion of the project.
CHAPTER IV
PROJECT ORGANIZATION AND COMMUNICATION
4.1 PROJECT ORGANIZATION CHART

The organization chart shown below is the graphic representation of the structure of J.W.
Builders showing the relationships of each departments and its subordinates.
Figure 4.1. Project Organizational Chart
The organization of the Project Management Team is being leaded by the Project Manager,
which is task to report to the President/General Manager. The team is divided into three (3)
department groups namely the Finance/Administration group, Engineering and Control group
PRESIDENT/GENERAL
MANAGER
Ivan Panganiban
PROJECT MANAGER
Kalvin Mesina
FINANACE
ENGINEERING AND PROJECT
ADMINISTRATION
CONTROL MANAGER SUPERINTENDENT
DEPARTMENT
Emerson Pilipiña Macky Vergara
John William Lapitan
PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT YARD

ADMINISTRATION HUMAN RESOURCES PROJECT ENGINEERING SITE PROJECT
PLANNING AND MAINTENANCE
HEAD HEAD HEAD ENGINEER
CONTROL HEAD MANAGER
Jonel Tubig Brian Alger Paulo Tabaquin Rob Carpio
Chris Asanion Mark Valloyas
QUALITY CONTROL
CASH & TREASURY PERSONNEL SURVEYOR ARCHITECT
ENGINEER
Yhanz Hangad Barron Inglis Gabe Nemis Mia Clarete
John Rey Cantos
ACCOUNTING CAMP FACULTIES MECHANICAL

ESTIMATOR DESIGN
DEPARTMENT HEAD ENGINEERS
Keith Corpuz Rigo Cabrera
Tomby Tumbokon Joel De guzman Jeremiah Reyes
WAREHOUSING MEDICAL AND ELECTRICAL

PROCUREMENT
DEPARTMENT SECURITY TEAM ENGINEERS
Niño Rabadan
Rance Murvyn Tañedo Randolf Pernandez Kim Caringal
PURCHASING
SANITARY ENGINEERS
DEPARTMENT
Bec Pangilinan
Liam Lapitan
CONSTRUCTION TEAM
Ber Picolados
and one-line group, the Operations group which is headed by Finance / Administration Manager,
Engineering and Control Manager and Project Superintendent, respectively.
The Finance and Administration function covers all not related to the technical aspect of
the project. It is consisting of two (2) subgroups namely Administration and Human Resources.
The basic responsibilities of this division include purchasing, warehousing, accounting,
financing, personnel, administration, medical and safety.
The Engineering and Control function oversee the technical aspects of the project. It is
consisting of three (3) subgroups namely Production Planning and Control, Project Engineering
and Equipment Yard Maintenance. The basic responsibilities of this division include cost
control, quality control, material control, design, procurement, programming and scheduling and
estimating, a surveying team is also included under this division.
The Operations function handles all field operations. To underline the importance of the
Civil Engineers and Architectural and Electro-Mechanical Sections, an Assistant Operations
Manager is assigned to head each function. These Assistant Operations Managers, in effect,
become the persons who will be directly involved in, and responsible for the production and,
therefore, the profit generating function of the entire organization together with the five (5) area
managers.
4.2 BRIEF PROJECT JOB DESCRIPTION
With reference to the Project Organization chart, the project will be headed by the
President/General Manager followed by the Project Manager and different support groups
with their respective duties and responsibilities as enumerated below:

4.2.1 Project Manager
The Project Manager, as the person in charge overall of the project, represent J.W.
Builders in all the functions and responsibilities regarding the project. He is, therefore,
primarily responsible for the on-time, on cost execution of the work required.
The project manager reports directly to the Head of Operations or President/General
Manager. He shall be assisted by three (3) division heads, the Finance/Administration
Manager, the Project Superintendent and the Engineering and control Manager.
Specifically, the responsibilities of the Project Manager, over and above his primary
responsibility of completing the project on time and within the budget are indicated as
follows:
a. To maintain good relations with the Owners, the Consultants, the Architects, the
Prime Contractor, other trade Sub-contractors and all other persons who are
involved in the project.
b. To review all plans and specifications and to determine the technical and practical
feasibilities thereof, and to recommend and/ or suggest modifications thereto, to
the Prime Contractor and/or Architects as required.
c. To receive change order instructions from the Architects/Prime Contractor and to
evaluate variations from the bills of quantities, if any and to cause the approval of
additional prices to the contract.
d. To promptly gather and deliver to the Architects/ Prime Contractor all submittals
required for approval. These include work programs, shop drawings, material
samples, test results, etc.

e. To ensure that the monthly valuation (accomplishments) are prepared and
submitted to the Architects and prime contractor on time and to follow up
approval of same for payment.
f. To ensure the coordination and proper working of all departments and functions
under him for the smooth and on time progress of the work.
g. To coordinate with all trade subcontractors, making sure that they adhere to the
approved work program by conducting periodic meetings with them, evaluation
the progress of their work and to thresh our any or all problems that affect the
work.
h. To ensure that all periodic financial administrative, control and engineering
reports are promptly submitted to the Central Office for evaluation, furnishing
copies of each report to all officers concerned.
I. Finance and Administration Officer
The Finance & Administration Manager is in charge of all aspects that are not
technical in nature as far as the project is concerned. His major role, however, is the
preparation of accurate and on time cost figures to enable the Project Management Team
to make fast, good and efficient decisions. Another important role is that of a secondary
check and/or control of the project, in terms of time and costs.
Specifically, the responsibilities of the Finance/Administration Officer are as
follows:
a. To keep accurate books and records of all costs as required by good
accounting practice.
b. To prepare efficient and on time accounting reports based on the project
manual.
c. To ensure the efficiency and security of the warehouse and its contents.
d. To keep proper and accurate personnel records and to ensure the maintenance
of a high-level moral of the staff and workers of the project.
e. To administer the proper operation of all camp facilities, staff houses and
Project offices.
f. To ensure the on time and least economical procurement and purchase of
materials and services required by the project.
g. To provide the necessary manpower requirement of the project.
h. To ensure the medical and security requirements of the project.
i. To ensure that the project have enough cash fund to augment day to day
activities
j. To ensure and check that the Owner-furnished materials are delivered time
and as per specifications.
A. Administration Head
The Administration Head is responsible to all the duties and responsibilities
of the section heads under him namely:
i. Cash & Treasury
- Supervision of all financial aspect of the project.
- Monitor cash flow requirement of the project.

- To ensure that petty cash disbursement is within company rules
and regulations.
- Assist other department in the preparation on letter of credit.
- Maintain a record of all replenishment and disbursement of the
project.
- Other work assignments that may be assigned from time to time.
ii. Accounting
- Supervision of all cost accounting and bookkeeping functions.
- Preparation of periodic cost accounting report, in conjunction
with the cost -control engineers.
- Assistance to the materials engineer in the preparation of
periodic material reports (inventory reports).
- Check time records of each personnel.
- Preparation of payroll.
iii. Warehousing
- Supervision of warehousing, in terms of orderliness, efficiency
and stock car and other records.
- To inform other department on material arrivals and inventory.
- To make statistic on fast moving items, for use as basis in the
procurement of materials.
- To ensure that no materials are waste due to improper handling
and storage.
- To ensure that all stocks are within plans and specifications
during delivery.
iv. Purchasing
- Assistance to materials control in the preparation of material
requirements of the project.
- On time and most economical procurement and delivery of
material and services requirement of the project.
- Securing samples of materials for approval by the
Architects/Prime Contractor.
- Maintenance of records of purchase and samples procured.
- Development of a continuing price list.
B. Human Resources Head
The Human Resources Head is responsible to all the duties and
responsibilities of the section heads under him, namely:
i. Personnel
- Keeping of a high level of morale for all personnel.
- Provide manpower requirement of the project.

- Supervision of all administrative functions, assistance to all
departments in terms of administrative and personnel functions.
- Administration of all sick leaves and home leaves.
- Supervision and safekeeping of all 201 files.
- Established a harmonious relation with other agencies that has
something to do with labor recruitment.
- Established continuing program for the professional growth of
each employee.
ii. Camp Facilities Head
- Supervision of all recreational activities.
- Supervision of all staff houses, camp and project site facilities
including kitchen, housekeeping and all related functions.
- Ensure that all quarters are within the allowable sanitary
conditions.
iii. Medical & Security
- Ensure that all personnel are in good physical condition through
regular check-up.
- Be prepared always with first aid treatment on emergencies.
- Ensure that company’s property is safeguarded against vandalism
or other illegal acts.

II. Project Superintendent
The Project superintendent is the second in command in the project regarding all
field operations as such his basic responsibility is the total support to and
complementation of the Project Manager.
a. To prepare detailed schedules and programs of work regarding civil,
Structural, architectural and Electro-Mechanical works, based on the approved
CPM and other work schedules and to coordinate with all the supervisor for
the implementation of these schedules and work progress.
b. To continually evaluate, check and control the schedule of labor, materials
and equipment against the approved budget for his division. To coordinate
with Finance/Administration Manager, Engineering/Control Manager and the
Project Manager on problems, both internal and external, will affect the
progress of work.
c. To supervise and check the different construction activities against
specifications, plans, construction codes and projected time tables regarding
all phases of works.
d. To coordinate with all trade sub-contractors, making sure that their respective
schedule is in harmony with the overall schedule.
e. To ensure that the project will be completed in the agreed time and budget.
A. Architect
- Organizes team or technology partner around design; manages
dependencies.
- Review requirements; emphasis on functionality and system qualities.
- Interview candidates; provide input on technical capabilities of staff;
motivate development team.
- Recommend technology, standards, training and tools.
- Ensure quality of design and operational control characteristics.
- Ensure design goals are met, volumetric do not exceed scale.
B. Mechanical Engineers
- Responsible for all mechanical works included in the project.
- Prepare details on HVC system.
- Monitor the installation of the elevators and other mechanical works.
C. Electrical Engineers
- Responsible for all electrical works included in the project.
- Inspect the electrical system if it is working properly.
- Ensure that the plans are following the standards.
- Monitor the quality of the electrical works to be done.
D. Structural Engineers
- Responsible to design the structure of the building, including drainage
installation.
- Ensures that the design co-ordinates with that of the Architect and the
Services Engineer.
E. Sanitary Engineers
- Responsible for all plumbing works included in the project.
- Prepare the layout in the plumbing system.
- Responsible for the materials that will be used.
F. Foreman
- Places orders, receives and distributes materials to specified sections for
future work.
- Recommends repairs, supervises the maintenance of tools and equipment
and determines work procedures.
- Plans the hiring of contract equipment and operators in order to insure
proper utilization.
- Interprets, implements and enforces regulatory requirements related to
safety, environmental and industry standards.
- Interprets plans, blueprints and sketches of proposed structures in terms
of the relevant specifications
- Prepares reports on project time, equipment, materials and progress
including project cost expenditures and balances.
- Reviews the work of skilled trade’s workers and equipment operators.
III. Engineering & Control Manager
The Engineering & Control Manager is not only responsible for the cost, material
and quantity control aspect but, is also responsible for the continuing planning of the
project (in conjunction with the Project and Division Managers).

Specifically, the responsibilities of the Engineering & Control Manager Are as
follows:
a) To check/ensure that all requisition made by the supervisors are within the
estimated quantities required in the particular phase of the Project.
b) To check and ensure that all services, materials and equipment delivered to
the project site conform to the plans and/ or specifications.
c) To check that the Work performed by all trades are within the required quality
standards and to ensure that these conform with the plans and specification,
executed technically and are within the time schedule.
d) To prepare, update and safe keep all technical records such as logbooks, CP
chart, accomplishment reports, billing reports, technical correspondence,
minutes of the project meetings, and such other technical papers and
documents as may be required.
e) To give service to the entire Project Management Team in terms of survey,
design, procurement, control, programming, scheduling and estimates.
A. Project Engineering Head
The Project Engineering Head is responsible to all the duties and
responsibilities of the section heads under him, namely:
I. Survey
- Established and vertical and horizontal control of the project.
- Assist other department in the checking of lines and grades.
- Sees to it that all controls are maintained and undisturbed.

- Assist operation in the lay-out of the building.
- Such other assignments as instructed from time to time.
II. Design
- Prepares shop drawings as may be required by Operation.
- Prepare bar and formworks details as per plan and specification.
- Prepare as-built plans.
- Assist other department in the preparation of drawings.
- Such other assignments as instructed from time to time.
III. Procurement
- Ensure the on time and least economical procurement of
materials and equipment.
- Assist other department in the solicitation of quotation from
suppliers/subcontractors.
- Sees to it that the materials/equipment procured is within plans
and specifications.
- Maintain a file of all probable materials/ equipment prices for
reference.
- Such other work assignments as instructed from time to time.
B. Production Planning & Control Head
The production Planning & Control Head is directly responsible to all the
duties and responsibilities of the section head under him, namely:
I. Quality Control Engineer

- Responsible for the quantity take-off of structural, architectural,
mechanical, electrical, sanitary materials and costing of items,
change orders, etc.
- Checking and evaluation of subcontractor billings against
subcontract agreements.
- Accumulation of cost per work items or package, in conjunction
with accounting.
- Evaluation and preparation of periodic accomplishments and
evaluation/billing and cost reports, in conjunction with
accounting.
- Collation and preparation of periodic statistical reports, in
conjunction with accounting.
- Collation and preparation of periodic manpower reports in
conjunction with accounting.
- Preparation of monthly progress report in coordination with other
departments.
II. Programming/Scheduling
- Preparation of schedules, revision of schedules, in conjunction
with the division Managers.
- Updating of CPM and other visual schedules, according to
accomplishments reports from the cost control engineer.

- Prepare statistical report on Operation’s group productivity.
- Furnish statistical report to Operations and Estimating group
reference.
III. Estimator
- Estimate of materials, equipment and services required in the
project.
- Preparation of master list of material requirements and
preparation and implementation of the work item system.
C. Equipment Yard Maintenance Manager
- Preparation of master list of direct and indirect equipment, preparation
and implementation of the individual equipment carded system for work
item and for repair maintenance.
- Responsible for the supervision, operation and maintenance of all
equipment, including services vehicles.
- Collation and preparation of periodic equipment reports, in conjunction
with accounting, for submission to the cost control engineers.
4.3 PROJECT COMMUNICATION
Reporting Preferred
Stakeholder Format When Person Responsible
Needs Medium
Status report - Spreadsheet for Set

including schedule and appointment
Client / Owner schedule, budget, budget status, prior to face Weekly Project Manager
issues, and issues plus a one- to face
progress page summary meeting
Status report -
finance, Finance/Administration
Face to face
schedule, Manager, Project
Project Summary and meeting or
materials and Weekly Superintendent, &
Manager Report Email
equipment. Engineering and
Attachment
issues and Control Manager
progress
Status report -
including
Superintenden Summary and Face to face
schedule, budget, Daily Site Project Engineer
t Report meeting
variances, issues
and progress
Quality Control
Status report - Engineer, Safety
Site Project Summary and Face to face
issues, variances Daily Engineer, &
Engineer Report meeting
and progress Construction and
Operation Head
Finance / Status report - Administration Head &

Summary and Email
Administratio budget issues and Monthly Human Resources
Report Attachment
n Manager schedule Head
Production Planning
and Control Head,
Engineering & Status report -
Summary and Face to face Project Engineering
Control variances, issues Weekly
Report meeting Head & Equipment
Manager and progress
Yard Maintenance
Manager
4.4 PROJECT REPORTING

The project report includes the compilation of budgets, schedules, progress reports, and
materials and equipment conditions.
Financial reports contain supplies, budget, expenses, labor, payrolls and salaries, taxes,
client down payments and other finance-related matter. These reports should include income
statements, receipts, cash flows, and balance sheets.
The reports for Engineering and Controls should include list of equipment and materials,
supplies, conditions and qualities of each equipment and materials, and other issues and concerns
about the equipment and materials used.
This will be the sample for Project Report Paper. It will be filled up by the Operation Head
Secretary and will be submitted to the Project Engineer at the end of the month. This is to
monitor the phase and status of the construction project, budget and the schedule.
Project Phase Project Construction Completion Budget

Status Fund Site
Name is In Date Date Amount
Evaluation reports contains work attitude assessment that will be conducted by the Human
Resources Head every end of the month. This will be the reference for promotions,
regularizations of new employees, increase of salaries of workers and suspensions or expulsions.
4.5 MEETING
A memo will be sent to all Department Heads one week prior to the said meeting. In
any cases, a meeting will be held every last Wednesday of the month. If ever there will be
emergency situations, a meeting should be set immediately to address the issue. In the
meeting, it is expected that the attendees to report the status, progress, concerns and
issues encountered by their team for the entire month. The secretary will prepare the
minutes of the meeting which will include the date, time, and place of the meeting,
attendance and the discussions to meet the agenda. The Project Manager will listen to the
report and decide if there should be changes in the construction strategy. He can also state
his expectations for the coming months, changes in management style and statements
from the client of the project. All Department Heads will be given minutes of the meeting
a day after prepared by the secretary.
As for the Departmental meeting, the meeting will be set by the Department Head.
The purpose of this meetings is to monitor the work of the employees and determine if
there are issues that should be addressed and resolved before reporting it to the Project
Manager. Minutes of the meeting should be prepared and distributed for the sake of the
absentees and serves as a reminder of the task to be done.
During site operations, there will be allotted time for meetings every afternoon of
each day. The main purpose of these meetings is to check the time table set by the Project
Manager. These meetings are also to address every operation strategy, daily progress
report that includes material and equipment’s conditions, safety and health of workers
and other concerns. Each meeting will be facilitated by the Project Superintendent or
Operation Head.
The flow and the minutes of each meeting should follow this guideline:
Agenda Owner Discussion Points Recommended

Time
• Project manager welcomes everyone

Project
Introductions and briefly states the objective of the 1-2 minutes
Manager
meeting.
• Introduce members of the project and

greater project effort.
Project • Communicate project goals and

Meeting Goals Manager or deliverables. 5 minutes
Client • Outline communication protocols and
expectations.
• Define week 1 activities.
• Brief project overview – primary
outcomes and success factors.
Project • Project timing and management and
Project
Backgrou team commitment.
Manager or 5 minutes
nd and
Client • The client describes the project vision,
Purpose
demonstrates support and advocates for
success and sets the project as a priority
for all parties involved.
Project
Project Goals • Discussion of project deliverables and
Manager or 5 minutes
and Objectives major project milestones.
Client
Project • Discuss operational, organizational, and

Grounds Rules 5 minutes
Manager project ground rules and procedures.
• Allow members to briefly introduce

themselves and their roles on the project
Roles and Project
or how they may be able to contribute to 5-10 minutes
Responsibilities Manager
project efforts (i.e. if not an actual project
team member)
High-Level Project • Review and summarize high-level

5-10 minutes
Plan Manager project plan.

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MILE B.C.

3.1 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS

other, shall be referred to the designing Architect for clarification.

3.1.1 General Requirements

receipt of Notice to Proceed.

2. It shall be provided with at least: 3 executive tables, 2 clerical tables, one

drafting table, chairs, filing cabinets, shelves, one blackboard, office

supplies, medical aid kit, telephone and lighting.

hardware and other construction materials intended for the project.

2. Storage for cement shall be provided with elevated platforms properly

enclosed to protect cement from weather elements.

C. Barracks Bunk Houses

1. The Contractor shall provide temporary shelter and or sleeping quarters

D. Temporary Fences / Barricades

1. The Contractor shall provide and maintain suitable and approved

temporary fences or barricades around the premises to safeguard his

workmen and the public against accident and possible pilferage.

2. The Contractor shall also provide and maintain sufficient lighting,

temporary sidewalks, guards, danger signs and other protective devices.

construction period and shall maintain such facilities in sanitary condition

at all times until completion of the Contract Works.

F. Temporary Electrical Connections

the project during the construction period.

installation, maintenance and removal.

3.1.2 Site Works

The Contractor shall make all necessary excavation for foundations to

establish grades indicated on drawing without extra compensation including all

materials of any nature and description encountered in obtaining the

indicated lines and grades.

bearing capacity of the soil is reached.

3. If water present at the excavation site, it shall be removed by bailing or

not eroded or cave in.

excavations shall be used for backfilling them.

thickness. Each succeeding layer shall be thoroughly compacted by

wetting tamping and rolling. Excess excavated materials shall be placed

and spread on the immediate premises.

gravel up to the bottom of the slab.

3.1.3 Architectural Works

1. All acoustic materials shall be delivered in the manufacturer’s original

unbroken packages or containers labeled plain with manufacturer’s name

and trade mark.

provided with a storage space protected from damages by water or

3. All acoustic ceiling materials shall be provided with non – combustible

material fiber and have a 12 mm (1/2”) thickness.

overhangs of the all floors above the ground level.

5. All acoustic ceiling boards shall be installed on a 50 mm x 50 mm (2” x

II. Aluminum Glass Doors and windows

1. Frames and panel members shall be fabricated from extruded aluminum

free from defects impairing strength, durability and appearance.

2. Extruded aluminum sections shall conform to the specification

requirements of ASTM B-211.

3. Screws, nuts, washers, bolts, rivets and other miscellaneous fastening

devices shall be made of non – corrosive materials such as aluminum and

extruded aluminum section and adaptable to the type and method of

effective seal and without adverse deformation when installed.

1. Window Panel shall be connected at corners with miter joint fixed

rigidly to ensure weather tightness.

1. Sliding windows shall be provided with nylon sheave.