CAI-NJ March 2021

Construction Oversight is Crucial

A roadway project is truly suc- cessful when engineering plan and specifications are properly adhered to. This means, the engineer is onsite to oversee the progress of the project while the paving contractor applies the pavement. It is imperative to make sure all the work is being performed per the engineer’s specifications. Just telling a contractor to “Fix this area” or “apply asphalt here” is not an ade- quate plan. As a property manager, you want to make sure this project is planned, and procedures outlined by the engi-

“As a property manager, you want to make sure this project is planned, and procedures outlined by the engineer are followed.”

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neer are followed. This will ensure a successful project and prolong the life of your roadway – which should be approximately 15-20 years. If a Professional Engineer is not oversee- ing it- you may not get what you paid for. This could mean an increased chance that the work will not be done right the first time; causing costly issues in the future. It is also essential to understand the pricing of asphalt and paving: paying by the ton vs. square yard. It is not advisable to pay by the square yard. CONT I NU E S ON PAGE 54

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