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Dec 1, 1984
Construction Management: MARTA in Retrospect
Publication: Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
Volume 110, Issue 4
Abstract
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) System is a heavy rail, rapid transit system superimposed on the existing fabric of the Atlanta urban area. The MARTA program presented a unique opportunity to assess changes in the construction management process during a major project characterized by repetitive type contracts and a stable management group. A contract packaging approach was used to break the contract work into biddable packages, large enough to attract major national construction contractors, but small enough to provide real competition. A claims review board was established to process contractors' claims expeditiously. A list of practical management suggestions, compiled as a result of the experience gained from the MARTA construction management program, is included.
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Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
Volume 110 • Issue 4 • December 1984
Pages: 459 - 475
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Published online: Dec 1, 1984
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James L. Lammie
Pres., Parsons Brinckerhoff Quade & Douglas, Inc., One Penn Plaza, New York, N.Y. 10119
D. P. Shah, Members, ASCE
Mgr. of Proj. Services, Parsons Brinckerhoff/Tudor, P.O. Box 469, Atlanta, Ga. 30301
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