Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Todd McCaskey’s Senior Thesis The Pennsylvania State University Architectural Engineering Department Construction Management Option Spring 2006

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Presentation Agenda  Project Background Info  Long Distance Procurement Process  Tilt-up Walls vs. Precast Walls  FDA Evaluation / Special Considerations  Conclusions  Questions

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Project Statistics  Function:Deboning Facility  Size:67,000 SF  Stories:One 30’ High Story  Cost:$8,000,000  Start Date:8 / 9  Completion Date:1 / 28  Delivery Method: Design-Build

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Site Pics

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Site Plan

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University  Main Problem: -Finding Quality Subcontractors  Goals: -Provide Useful Tools -Show Technology Benefits Long Distance Procurement

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Contacts  Local Suppliers  Specialty Product Manufacturers  Subcontractors  Plan Rooms

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Prequalification Checklist TOPICSQUESTIONS Integrity1.Can you meet the completion date + time commitments? 2.What projects are you currently working on? 3.Currently, what is your backlog of work? 4.Can you provide a list applicable references? Work Experience1.Have you worked on similar projects to this one? 2.What has been your largest project in the past 3 years? 3.How many years has your company been in business? 4.Do you have any repeat clients? If so, who? Qualifications of Supervisory Personnel 1.What training programs to you provide for your employees? 2.How long has your management been at your company? 3.What is their construction background/experience? 4.Who will be assigned to this project? Financial Condition1.Who is your insurance provider and agent? 2.What is your bonding capacity? Safety1.Has your organization been sited by OSHA in the last 5 years? If yes, for what? 2.What is your EMR (experience modification Rating)? 3.Do you have a corporate safety program or company quality program? Can you send us a copy of this?

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Bid Comparison Sheet

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Todd McCaskeySpring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction ManagementPenn State University Bid Review  Evaluate Bids  Review Scopes  Select Subcontractors

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Tilt-up vs. Precast Existing Wall Systems

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Background – Stages of Tilt-up 1 2 3

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Tilt-up Activity Sequencing 1.Mass excavation 2.Subgrade Preparation 3.Install footings and foundations 4.Install any underslab MEP work 5.Form, reinforce, pour, & cure floor slabs 6.Form & pour tilt-up walls 7.Insert leveling pads on perimeter footings 8.Set tilt-up walls with bracing 9.Grout in-between panels and footings 10.Steel erection 11.Erect insulated metal wall panels 12.Install Roofing and sheet metal 13.Remove wall bracing

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Tilt-Wall Composition

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Heat Transfer Equation: q x = (T ∞ 1 - T ∞ 2 ) * A / Total R-Value R-Value Concrete Walls10 5” Metal Insulated Panels 40 Determination = Concentrate mainly on:  Cost  Schedule  Constructability

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Tilt-Up Feasibility

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Panel Layout Diagram

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Panel Pick Points Point Lifting4-Point Lifting 8-Point Lifting Heaviest Panel < 50 Tons Larger Panels, 8-Point Harness Smaller Panels, 4-Point Harness 100 Ton Mobile Truck Crane

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Wall Comparison Chart TILT-UPPRECAST COST $376,200$438,900 MATERIAL Affordable in TNEarly delivery charge ERECTION Fewer panelsMore panels, More time LEAD TIME Cast on-site, possible weather impacts 5-8 Weeks TRANSPORTATION Cast on site, no costDelivery from plant to site CONSTRUCTABILITY Extra planningVery Similar QUALITY Potential RepairsBetter, due mainly to the controlled environment

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University FDA / Special Considerations  Finishes : ~Floors ~Walls ~Pipes ~Trench Drains High Traffic Areas Doors Cold Climate

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Conclusions  Utilize Long Distance Procurement Tools  Tilt-up Walls vs. Precast Walls ~Close Call ~Tilt-up is a good alternative ~Precast has better quality & Less Repairs Associated ~I would Pick Precast  Importance of FDA / Special Considerations

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Acknowledgements  Dr. Riley & the Architectural Engineering Department  United Insulated Structures Corporation ~Larry Lantero, Jr. ~Rich Maleczka  GEM Construction ~Gale Measel ~Greg Measel  P.J. Dick Incorporated ~Tom Berkebile ~Eric Pascucci  Family and Friends ~Mom, Dad, Jon, Scott, & Dina ~My fellow AE peers

Todd McCaskey Spring 2006 Senior Thesis Construction Management Penn State University Questions