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Construction Project Management

Author : Alison Dykstra

Publisher : Kirshner Publishing Company

Page : 426 pages

File Size : 24,13 MB

Release : 2018

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN :

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Construction Project Management provides the reader with crucial background information often overlooked in other texts: The roles of the major players owners and designers, general and specialty contractors; Why contractors should avoid some jobs, and how to get the right ones; What bidding is, and why the low bid is not always the best bid; Why different types of construction contracts carry different levels of risk; Why cost estimates and schedules are keys to project success; How a contractor brings in a job on time and on budget; And much more: Alternative project delivery and BIM; Change orders and getting paid; MasterFormat; ConsensusDocs and AIA Documents; An expanded and updated introduction to Green Construction.





Total Construction Management

Author : John S. Oakland

Publisher : Taylor & Francis

Page : 610 pages

File Size : 43,18 MB

Release : 2017-02-17

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN : 1317439333

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A convergence of lean management and quality management thinking has taken place in organizations across many industries, including construction. Practices in procurement, design management and construction management are all evolving constantly and understanding these changes and how to react is essential to successful management. This book provides valuable insights for owners, designers and constructors in the construction sector. Starting by introducing the language of total quality, lean and operational excellence, this book takes the reader right up to the latest industry practice in this sector, and demonstrates the best way to manage change. Written by two of the world's leading experts, Total Construction Management: Lean quality in construction project delivery offers a clearly structured introduction to the most important management concepts and practices used in the global construction industry today. This authoritative book covers issues such as procurement, BIM, all forms of waste, construction safety, and design and construction management, all explained with international case studies. It is a perfect guide for managers in all parts of the industry, and ideal for those preparing to enter the industry.



Construction Project Management

Author : Frederick E. Gould

Publisher : Prentice Hall

Page : 402 pages

File Size : 32,71 MB

Release : 2009

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN :

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This text provides readers with a complete overview of the construction industry. While looking at recent innovattions in technology and process, it explores the people that are part of the industry and how they work together.



The Construction Project Management Success Guide

Author : Andreas P

Publisher : Lulu.com

Page : 55 pages

File Size : 25,82 MB

Release : 2015-04-07

Category : House & Home

ISBN : 1329043332

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THE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT SUCCESS GUIDE 2ND EDITION: Everything You Need To Know About Construction Contracts, Estimating, Planning And Scheduling, Skills To Manage Trades And Home Renovations You're about to discover how to the re-emergence of the real estate market sparked renewed optimism in construction. Across different states in the country, residential construction jobs are being undertaken in order to satisfy the demands in housing. Since residential construction projects are still a business (except when you want to build your own home), the idea is to build enough living spaces and to offer them to prospective clients or leasers at an affordable price. Of course the success of such a goal still lies on income and the general economic outlook, but one thing is for certain: now that the housing crisis is over, more people will look forward getting a place to call their home.



Federal Construction Contracting Made Easy

Author : Stan Uhlig

Publisher : Berrett-Koehler Publishers

Page : 321 pages

File Size : 10,67 MB

Release : 2012-02-01

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN : 1567263720

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Follow the Path to Success in Federal Construction Contracting Opportunities abound in federal government construction contracting, but the devil is in the details. Companies performing work for the federal government must plan and operate based on very specific guidelines and regulations. Knowing how to work within those strict parameters makes the difference between success and failure. Federal Construction Contracting Made Easy is your road map to successfully identifying, planning, and completing government construction projects. This book guides you in finding opportunities, preparing winning proposals, and staying in compliance on construction projects. It is the one resource you will need to work in this competitive arena. The book provides guidance on: • Understanding the Federal Acquisition Regulation and knowing when and how to use it for your benefit and protection • Preparing quality control and safety programs that comply with federal regulations and processes • Determining when a change order is required and how to price and properly process • Identifying a claim and knowing how to process it Federal Construction Contracting Made Easy is an invaluable resource for construction firms, architect/engineer firms, subcontractors, and vendors that want to do business with the federal government. Plus! A handy glossary of terms is included. Bonus: Federal Construction Contracting Made Easy: A Field Guide to the FAR is available as a supplement for project superintendents.



Decision Making and Operations Research Techniques for Construction Management

Author : C. M. TAM

Publisher : City University of HK Press

Page : 331 pages

File Size : 30,45 MB

Release : 2007-06-01

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 9629371154

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Book Description

This book provides scientific tools for practitioners to resolve some practical problems which are administered empirically at present and may lead to inconsistent results and human errors. The modern decision-making tools introduced in this book include Multi-criteria Decision-making Models, Artificial Neural Network, Genetic Algorithms, Construction Simulation, Rough Set Theory and Advanced Statistical Techniques for construction. Published by City University of Hong Kong Press. 香港城市大學出版社出版。



Construction Health and Safety Management

Author : Alan Griffith

Publisher : Routledge

Page : 293 pages

File Size : 11,94 MB

Release : 2014-09-25

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 1317876415

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Book Description

Provides knowledge, understanding and guidance to the detailed and complex requirements of health and safety legislation as applied to the construction industry. This book provides the knowledge, understanding and guidance to the CDM regulations that students in particular will need when they start working in the industry. It links in with the CIOB Education Framework at levels 2 and 3.



Construction Management

Author : Daniel W. Halpin

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 418 pages

File Size : 31,62 MB

Release : 2017-08-07

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 1119256801

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Book Description

It’s often said that the construction professional has to be a “jack of all trades, and master of all.” This text covers a wide range of subjects, reflecting the breadth of knowledge needed to understand the dynamics of this large and complex industry. This edition includes updated chapters on planning and scheduling, a new chapter addressing linear scheduling methods, material regarding the historical background of construction as a profession, and includes an Instructor Resource of solutions to the end-of-chapter review exercises. This text has become a standard course text at many universities. The first four editions have enjoyed wide success as an introductory treatment of the subjects which are critical to success in the construction industry. This fifth edition preserves the features that have been most appreciated by its users throughout the years, and adds suggestions provided by instructors and students through formal surveys and informal feedback to the authors.



Project Management, Planning and Control

Author : Albert Lester

Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann

Page : 460 pages

File Size : 23,42 MB

Release : 2007

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN : 9780750669566

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Book Description

This fifth edition provides a comprehensive resource for project managers. It describes the latest project management systems that use critical path methods.