Discuss the role of resource leveling and effective management of the construction programme to achieve shorter construction time within the proposed housing development.

Construction Process Management

A housing developer has plans to develop a major residential estate in the outskirts of Manchester. They have put forward a plan to the local council to construct 100 housing units with other facilities, infrastructure and a recreation area. Their proposal also includes a localised urban drainage system so as not to put pressure on existing infrastructurefacilities and services. The developer has already suggested a shorter construction duration so that the commercial advantages can be realised earlier amidst several competing housing developments coming up in the area.

Due to the shorter length of construction, it is anticipated that the builders will incorporate an offsite

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Manufacturer within their team to consider using such modern techniques to ensure
timely completion.

You are required to answer the following 4 parts based on the above scenario

Identify and Discuss the stakeholder engagement plan to optimise the participation of the stakeholders in this proposed housing development. indicative word count = 750 words

Discuss the role of resource leveling and effective management of the construction programme to achieve shorter construction time within the proposed housing development. Indicative word count = 500 words

The scenario mentions the incorporation of a ‘sustainable urban drainage system’ within the development. Briefly explain 5 possible ways in which such a scheme will positively impact the environment. Indicative word count = 250 words