A member since 2004, Ghaith became certified as a Certified Cost Professional
(CCP) in 2016. He has volunteered with AACE in a variety of capacities over the years, including:
the Membership Advisory Committee (2021-present) and has been serving in the capacity of chair
during this past year…
Ghaith Al-Hiyari Named Brian D. Dunfield Educational Service Award Recipient Read More »
Since joining AACE in 2003, Rey became active with the Puerto Rico Section, where he served as President, and since moving to Florida with the North Florida Section where he is currently serving as section secretary and webmaster…
Ajay joined AACE in 2019. He obtained the Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) designation in 2020. He has been an active member of the Rising Professionals Committee and the Planning & Scheduling Technical Subcommittee…
Ajay Raman Named Outstanding Rising Professional Read More »
Nicole has been a member of AACE since 2016 and has committed to the organization in various facets, including her roles as Secretary and Vice President of the Delaware Valley Section of AACE, as a board member of the Women in Project Controls Committee (WPC) and as an instrumental participant in the planning and execution of the Regional 2 Symposium for several years…
Nicole Johnson Named Outstanding Woman in AACE International Read More »
Kenneth King Humphreys of Morganton, NC, has finished his earthly journey. In his 85 years he tackled many engineering, preaching, and community service projects with intense energy, determination and expertise. After graduation from Carnegie Institute of Technology, he received a master’s degree from West Virginia University and a doctorate from Kennedy Western University…
In Memoriam, May 2023 Read More »
This recommended practice (RP) of AACE International provides guidance on the process to demonstrate entitlement to cumulative impact claims on a construction project when a process for addressing cumulative impact claims is not addressed in the contract terms. This process applies across all common construction contracting strategies or delivery methods if the contract terms do not address any or some aspects of the procedure to address cumulative impact claims…
New RP 130R-23: Demonstrating Entitlement to Cumulative Impact Claims in Construction Read More »
Project planning and scheduling professionals use a variety of project scheduling methods depending on the type, size, and nature of projects. Linear scheduling methods (LSM) are typically used on projects wherein the majority of the scope is made up of highly repetitive work elements along a horizontal or vertical alignment. Examples of these projects include pipeline, tunnel, airport runway, highway, transmission line, road resurfacing, railroad, or high-rise construction projects. An LSM schedule (also known as a linear schedule, march chart, or time chainage diagram) is the graphical output of the LSM. Linear schedules use velocity diagrams, which are described below, to represent each activity and the progress rate to be achieved (or the progress actually achieved) over time. The schedule format typically provides planned and/or actual production rates on a time-scaled, linear format…
New RP 129R-23: Linear Scheduling Methods (LSM) Read More »
This recommended practice (RP) is intended to serve as a guideline, not a standard. As such, this AACE International RP defines the required roles and responsibilities of a planning and scheduling practitioner.
This RP also outlines the career progression of a planning and scheduling practitioner applicable to various industries. It describes the roles and responsibilities of a planning and scheduling practitioner during the various phases of project planning and schedule development, management, and control…
New RP 128R-23: Roles and Responsibilities of a Planning and Scheduling Practitioner Read More »
Two AACE International members, Lucia Vernon and Carlos Ortega, are a prime example of the benefits that can come from volunteering within the association, as well as the power of networking. Both AACE members are now employees of Quantum Global Solutions, a leading construction consultancy firm specializing in providing expert advice and support services to the construction industry worldwide. With a reputation for excellence, Quantum relies on a team of highly skilled professionals who bring unique perspectives and experiences to the company. Two such professionals are Lucia and Carlos, who met through volunteering with AACE on the Membership Advisory Committee (MAC)…
Building Connections Through Volunteering Read More »
I joined AACE in June 2022 – almost a year… time flies when you’re having fun! Within my first 2 weeks, I had some in-person onboarding at the AACE Conference & Expo in San Antonio and saw our members in action with Jenga blocks…
Meet the Staff: Mary Kathryn Jackson Read More »