For an undergraduate introductory or advanced course in construction cost estimating. This text comprehensively covers the fundamental cost estimating principles and processes used in commercial construction today. It covers theory, types of estimates, estimating procedures and contractual aspects as well as providing practical tips on how to ...
Construction is a risky business! And unfortunately the reality is that construction company managers often lack the necessary "business management" skills needed to ensure the survival of their firms. This groundbreaking new book is the first of its kind that consolidates critical business management topics, and presents them practically and ...
Suitable for undergraduate Civil Engineering, Construction, and Construction Management courses in Construction Equipment Management. Rich with examples, this accessible book provides students with critical knowledge of construction equipment, its use, and management considerations. It requires a basic understanding of the construction process and ...
For courses in Construction Project Management, Construction Project Administration, and Capstone courses in Construction Management. Written from the perspective of the general contractor's project manager, this comprehensive text illustrates the team approach to project management that is prevalent in private sector construction. Using a single ...
How to develop subcontractor agreements to minimize misunderstandings, and allocate risks. This new book concentrates on the scope of work agreements, how to develop precise descriptions of work including project specifications and schedules, and offer 25 to 30 examples of these descriptions for each of the key trades, Written contracts will be ...
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