Hi John,
In general, Variations may refer to any change in materials, design, quantities, scope, timing, schedule etc. In most standard form of contracts the term Variations is defined.
Variations is quite difficult to avoid due to the fact that no construction contract is perfectly drafted and
"claim proof". Events and circumstances may arise during construction and Parties to a project may need to adjust, thus may result to changes or variations.
Some contracts may limit variation percentage and may indicate some provisions to an adjustment of the contract price should the variation amount exceeds a particular percentage (this to adjust equitable profit and overhead).
In my opinion, we can mitigate variations by the following (list is not exhaustive):
a) Clear and precise definition of the project scope (what should be executed and what should not).
b) Preparation of complete drawings and specifications. Including proper interfacing and coordination between different design consultants.
c) Preparation of a complete schedule (with correct logic and sequence and complete major activities).
d) Active involvement and prompt action and reply from any communications between parties involved in the project.
e) Proper management of the project.
Kind regards,
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Jonathan Peralta C.Eng, M.ASCE
Valenzuela City
Philippines
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Original Message:
Sent: 02-22-2017 03:45
From: John Baisie
Subject: STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
Greetings to all members, please i have a concern about VARIATIONS in projects and will like to know your opinion of the following question:
1. Is it wrong to have variations in project?
2. How many percentage of variation should be allow in a project?
3.What are the courses of the variation in projects?
4. Can the role of stakeholders involvement in the selection of projects help reduce variations?
Hoping to hear diverse views on this subject matter.
Thanks
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John Baisie M.ASCE
Kumasi
233244857948
Ghana
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