Project Management in Construction [Hardback]by Dennis Lock
Usually ships within 3 to 5 working days Description of Project Management in ConstructionThe one thing that well-run, profitable construction projects all have in common is that they almost certainly benefit from good project managers. People who have the skills to plan the project, manage it and keep it on track whenever cost, people or timescales threaten to derail it.The good news is that there are no secret art to project management. These are the skills that any manager can learn and apply. Project Management in Construction is a practical, easy-to-read guide to defining, organizing, planning and executing a construction project so that it is completed to the satisfaction of the principal stakeholders. The book is part of the Leading Construction Series co-published by Gower and the (CITB) Construction Industry Training Board. The Leading Construction Series is part of a CITB initiative to develop management skills within the industry. The books in the series are designed to be as practical as possible, with a firm grounding within the construction industry. This is an advance announcement of a forthcoming title to be published by Gower and details are subject to change. Title Information
Write a review of this book Customer Reviews from AmazonAbout Dennis LockDennis Lock is an independent consultant and lecturer specializing in project management. His industrial experience ranges from subminiature electronic assemblies to international mining. He has written or edited numerous books, notably Gower Handbook of Project Management and Gower Handbook of Quality Management.Contents of Project Management in ConstructionIntroducing project managementPlanning small projects Planning small projects with critical path networks Scheduling project resources Larger and more complex plans Getting help from the computer Organizing the larger project Risk management Controlling project costs Controlling cash and progress Controlling changes Handover and closeout Selected bibliography List of illustrations Index |
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