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For undergraduate/graduate courses in Construction Management, and survey courses in Civil Engineering and Architecture.
Presented in a clear and easy-to-understand format, Construction Project Management, 3rd Edition, addresses all aspects of construction project management. It begins with an overview of the industry followed by a section of logically arranged chapters that follow the flow of a construction project from concept to occupancy. Chapters relating to the tools needed to manage a project, such as estimating and scheduling, round out the text.
Construction Project Management, 3rd Edition, provides students with the "big picture" of the construction management process, giving a perspective as to how the construction industry functions in relation to the national economy and in the public's eye. Examining in detail the estimating, scheduling, control and administrative functions of a project and how they tie into the project "timeline," the text focuses on the collaborative effort required to complete any public or private project, and examines the roles and responsibilities of all project participants.
New Features Include:
- Updated statistics throughout the book, from the newest cost information to an industry sector breakdown, including demographics, career choices, industry trends, and economic forecasting.
- Inclusion of the newest technologies, such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) provides students with an overview of what technologies are being used in the industry and the advantages of each.
- Sustainability with emphasis on LEEDS provides an overview of this new and important trend in the industry, explaining in clear terms how to focus projects to be well positioned to qualify.
- Update of Construction Specification Institute (CSI) divisions to include the new and revised 50 divisions, as well as the reason for the expansion. Also includes the list for reference.
- Focus on student success! In-text tools, such as industry authored sidebars, chapter learning objectives, review questions, and exercises help ensure student success in the classroom.
- New project delivery methods including private/public partnerships and lean construction.
Intended primarily for students in construction management programs, Construction Project Management will also benefit civil engineering and architectural students, as well as managers in the field.
Features:
- Chapter 13, "Construction Law," is written by two practicing construction attorneys. Emphasizes to students the importance that the law plays in the construction process.
- Perspective from the American Council of Construction Education (ACCE), the accrediting body for construction education. Keeps students up-to-date with current construction management thinking.
- Comprehensive and current topic areas–Construction law, project safety, leadership and management are covered in detail. Gives students a comprehensive look at the industry and project.
- Three-part organization–Examines first the industry and the profession; then focuses on the project itself; and finally explores the tools needed to manage the people and the project. Allows students to understand the interwoven roles of owners, designers, and construction professionals throughout the project.
- Extensive pedagogy–Student Learning Objectives, Chapter Outlines, and Chapter Review Questions appear in each chapter. Enables students to self-test and reinforce their reading.
- Industry-authored sidebars–Relates text to real events. Gives students a real world perspective, making the material more relevant.
- Photographs, illustrations, charts, and diagrams. Reinforces students' understanding with visually appealing support of the text.
- Instructor and laboratory manual–Provides answers to chapter review questions, a short quiz for each chapter, and a mid-term and final exam. Gives instructors flexibility in tailoring their curriculum.
- Chapter on safety–A topic often overlooked in other texts. Explains to students the importance of a good safety program.
- Appendix–Contains list of Websites. Provides students with valuable construction-related information.
From the Preface
Over the past several years, the construction industry has seen enormous changes. From an industry steeped in conservative practices and narrowly scoped services, construction has moved to the forefront of the design and construction profession. From general contracting to construction management to project management and program management, the methods of servicing the industry have evolved to become more varied and comprehensive. This requires that practitioners and students alike understand the many aspects of the world of owners, designers, tenants, regulatory agencies, community groups, contracting lawyers, environmental lawyers, insurance providers, financial agencies, and sub contractors. Each participant brings political, professional, and personal motivations to the process, and each has the ability to place constraints on the project. To effectively navigate in this environment, the successful project manager must recognize the role of each participant, understand the nature of the project itself, and effectively utilize management tools to bring the project forward in a timely and cost-effective manner.
In addition to contending with the nature of each project and the individual participants, the project manager also has his or her own organization to navigate as well as those of the owner and the designer. As the major participants in any project, these organizations can support or hinder the process depending on the fit between organization and project as well as the fit among the individual organizations themselves. The recipe for success is indeed a complicated one. This book looks at the forms of organizations and some of the dynamics at play in them and outlines some methods of putting the right people and right organizations together for a specific project.
Scope of the Text
To address all of the aspects that a successful project manager needs to understand, this text is organized to explore the people involved in the design and construction process, the principle phases of a project, and the tools required to effectively manage the people and the project. It is intended primarily for students in a four-year construction management curriculum serving as an in-depth introduction to construction project management. The book will also benefit undergraduate or graduate civil engineering or architectural students who desire to better understand the construction process. It is also intended for older students or practitioners who are looking for an understanding of the changes in the industry and new tools and management methods available for dealing with those changes.
Instructional Technique
People learn in many different ways. While most people are able to absorb lessons through the written text, the concepts presented can be reinforced through other mediums. To that end, this book presents material in many different forms. The text is the major method employed, but the book also uses charts, illustrations, photos, and anecdotal sidebars. In addition, this book is coauthored by an academic and an industry professional. That combination fuses theory and practical reality in a dynamic interchange. Understanding pedagogy and how people learn is teamed with discernment regarding what information practitioners need to be successful in an increasingly competitive environment. In addition, many of the sidebars are authored by industry leaders, lending more real-world perspective to the book.
Organization of the Text
The book is divided into three sections. The first section examines the industry and the profession by looking at the nature of the industry, future trends, and opportunities. It outlines the different sectors of the industry, explains the role of each participant, and looks at the variety of contractual arrangements available for particular projects. The second section focuses on the project itself, giving an in-depth overview of all aspects of the project from the very first concept to occupancy. This section emphasizes the recently expanded role of the construction professional during the design process and early construction. The third section focuses on the tools needed to manage the people and the project. Estimating and scheduling are two of the major tools used in construction management, but these combined with methods of control will ensure that an effective feedback system is established throughout the project. This section also examines what it takes to bring a project to completion, exploring the world of project administration with its documentation, procedures, and communication protocols. Lastly, a chapter on safety explains the importance of a good safety program to the financial and environmental health of the company and workers. The appendix provides a list of websites containing valuable construction- related information.
Throughout this text, the role of the owner, the designer, and the construction professional are interwoven. For a project to enjoy first-rate success, these three major participants have to be in perfect alignment with each other. Throughout the project, they each contribute to the project in a very specific way. To be in perfect alignment they must clearly understand and believe in the essential worth of each other's contribution and learn how to support each other for the mutual benefit of a successful project. The project manager is the key to creating an atmosphere where this support can be nurtured. This book gives project managers the tools that are essential to this task.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: The Construction Industry. Chapter 2: Project Participants. Chapter 3: Organizing and Leading the Construction Project. Chapter 4: Project Delivery Methods. Chapter 5: Project Chronology. Chapter 6: Construction Services during Design. Chapter 7: Bidding and Procurement. Chapter 8: Construction and Closeout. Chapter 9: Estimating Project Costs. Chapter 10: Project Planning and Scheduling. Chapter 11: Controlling Project Cost, Time, and Quality. Chapter 12: Job Site Administration. Chapter 13: Construction Law. Chapter 14: Construction Safety and Health. |
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