Possession-Driven Estimation Delays in Rail Projects
Definition
Rail construction cost estimation is more variable than road construction due to operating rail and safety requirement constraints. Planning around possessions creates bottlenecks not present in traditional construction.
Key Findings
- Financial Impact: Estimated AUD 20-40 hours/month per project in manual possession planning (logic-based on guideline complexity noted in PCEM7)
- Frequency: Monthly (all retrofit/rebuild projects in operation)
- Root Cause: Operating rail constraints and safety requirements mandate manual possession scheduling; no integrated estimation system
Why This Matters
The Pitch: Australian rail equipment makers lose 20-40% of scheduling capacity due to manual possession planning. Digital possession scheduling eliminates bottlenecks.
Affected Stakeholders
Rail Schedulers, Safety Compliance Officers, Construction Planners, Cost Estimators
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Methodology & Sources
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Related Business Risks
Cost Overrun in Retrofit and Rebuild Estimation
Procurement Method Misselection Cost Impact
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