Building construction and materials Books
American Society of Civil Engineers Asphalt Mix Design and Construction Past Present
Book SynopsisFocuses on the history, development, trends, and evolution of hot mix asphalt (HMA) design and pavement construction. This report contains four papers that were presented at a special technical session, Evaluation of Bituminous Materials Mix-Design & Superpave, of the Conference to celebrate the 150th anniversary of ASCE in Washington, DC.
£66.40
American Society of Civil Engineers Sustainable Wastewater Management in Developing
Book SynopsisInvestigates the complex political, economic, and cultural reasons that so many developing nations lack the ability to provide effective wastewater treatment. The authors examine the failures of traditional planning, design and implementation, and offer l
£66.00
American Society of Civil Engineers Compaction Grouting Consensus Guide Asce Standard
Book SynopsisA presentation of good practice in compaction grouting. This guide covers both the practical and engineering aspects of compaction grouting and is essential reading for anyone interested in specifying, designing, and/or undertaking compaction grouting.
£70.40
American Society of Civil Engineers Wind Tunnel Testing for Buildings and Other
Book SynopsisPrepared by the Wind Tunnel Testing for Buildings and Other Structures Standards Committee of the Codes and Standards Activities Division of the Structural Engineering Institute of ASCE. Wind Tunnel Studies for Buildings and Other Structures, Standard ASCE/SEI 49-12, provides the minimum requirements for conducting and interpreting wind tunnel tests to determine wind loads on buildings and other structures. Wind tunnel tests are used to predict the wind loads and responses of a structure, structural components, and cladding to a variety of wind conditions. This Standard includes commentary that elaborates on the background and application of the requirements.
£71.25
American Society of Civil Engineers Productivity Improvement for Construction and
Book SynopsisMany engineering and construction firms overlook analysis tools that would help improve productivity. This book focuses exclusively on investigation and analysis techniques that support the implementation of productivity improvement programmes. It addresses productivity improvement from both engineering and construction perspectives and provides detailed case studies.
£999.99
American Society of Civil Engineers Whole Building Life Cycle Assessment Reference
Book SynopsisA guide for the project team to define and model the structural system within the reference building design as required by green building standards. The book sets out terms of reference including definitions, reference building options, and general considerations, and describes specific strategies to reduce life cycle impacts on a project.Table of Contents Acknowledgments Introduction Part I: Terms of Reference Glossary General Considerations Existing WBLCA Standards and Guidelines Object of Assessment System Boundary Reference Study Period Impact Indicators Functional Equivalence Team Members Stages of Design Data to Generate a Complete Building Design LCA Tools Missing Data Advanced LCA Reference Building Options Option Descriptions Combining Options, Filling Gaps, and Making Functionally Equivalent Documentation Options Matrix Part II: Strategies Structural Material Quantity Reduction Scope Bill of Materials Limitations Special Considerations Structure as Finish Scope Bill of Materials Limitations Special Considerations Nonstructural Material Quantity Reduction Scope Bill of Materials Special Considerations Performance-Based Design for Material Damage Reduction Scope Bill of Materials Limitations Special Considerations Impact Reductions Achieved by Using Alternate Structural Systems Scope Key Considerations for Establishing the Reference Building Bill of Materials Adjustments Limits on Deviations Impact Reduction of Functionally Equivalent Materials Scope Key Considerations for Establishing the Reference Building Bill of Materials Adjustments Material-Specific Strategies Limits on Deviations Incorporating Salvaged Materials Scope Bill of Materials Adjustments Limitations Special Considerations Material-Specific Strategies Design for Deconstruction Scope Bill of Materials Limitations Special Considerations Participating in Operational Energy Savings Scope Bill of Materials Limitations Special Considerations Appendix A: Discounting Methodologies Appendix B: LCA Tools Appendix C: Additional Resources and Case Studies
£64.50
American Society of Civil Engineers Design and Performance of Tall Buildings for Wind
Book SynopsisProvides a framework for the design of tall buildings for wind. This MOP presents detailed guidance on industry standard practices and design approaches that complement current literature, model codes, and standards.Table of Contents Preface Acknowledgments Chapter 1 Introduction Purpose Scope Use of This Manual Historic General Design Requirements Stakeholders Nature of Wind Limitations Chapter 2 Design Process Overview Establish Performance Objectives Preliminary Structural Design Wind Climate Assessment Wind Induced Loads and Responses Structural Modeling and Analysis Comparison of Results to Acceptance Criteria Wind Optimization Program Final Design Chapter 3 Performance Objectives Introduction 3.2 Mean Recurrence Intervals Stability Strength Evaluation of the Lateral Force Resisting System Building Displacements Nonstructural Elements Occupant Comfort Project-Specific Performance Chapter 4 Preliminary Structural Design Purpose Preliminary Wind Estimates 4.3 Estimation of Building Performance Chapter 5 Wind Climate Assessment Overview Davenport Wind Loading Chain Wind Climate – Storm Types and Data Sources Influence of Terrain Extreme Value Analysis Design Criteria – Mean Recurrence Intervals Chapter 6 Wind Tunnel Testing Overview Triggers for Testing Types of Wind Tunnel Tests Physical Testing versus Computational Estimates Testing Procedure Combining Climate and Wind Tunnel Data Typical Outputs Additional Considerations Chapter 7 Damping Overview Inherent Damping Aerodynamic Damping Supplemental Damping Supplemental Damping – Strength and Serviceability Chapter 8 Structural Modeling and Analysis Structural Modeling 8.2 Special Considerations for Reinforced Concrete Structures Chapter 9 Wind Optimization Program 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Building Orientation 9.3 Building Geometry 9.4 Holistic Optimization Chapter 10 Concluding Remarks Concurrent Research and Future Directions 10.2 Closing Remarks References Index
£80.25
American Society of Civil Engineers Investigation of Constructed Facilities
Book SynopsisProvides an in-depth discussion of the relevance and reliability of sampling methods used in the investigation of constructed facilities. For investigations, the sampling of as-built conditions often becomes a basis on which a forensic engineer draws conclusions about the causes, prevalence, and severity of defects in the facility.
£64.80
American Society of Civil Engineers Specification for the Design of ColdFormed
Book SynopsisProvides design criteria for the determination of the strength of cold-formed stainless steel structural members and connections for use in buildings and other statically loaded structures. This is a significant update to ASCE 8-02 that incorporates the latest findings in both stainless steel and carbon steel research and practice.
£96.75
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Design the Dream
Book SynopsisThe process of planning and building or renovating a veterinary healthcare facility is often long, complex, and fraught with problems. Conceived and developed as a pre-construction self-training and orientation text, Design the Dream demonstrates how members of the practice staff and technical experts work together to create a long-range plan that will assure financial viability and regulatory complianceTable of ContentsIntroduction—Insights and Perspectives. 1. Planning Needs. 2. The Design Team. 3. Design Scope & Fees. 4. Design Elements. 5. Production Documents. 6. Public Relations. 7. The Building of the Practice Team and Other Mega Ideas. 8. Expanded Facility Planning Process. Appendices A-F
£62.06
John Wiley & Sons Earth Shelter Technology
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Plumbing Electricity Acoustics
Book SynopsisDiscover sustainable methods for designing crucial building systems for architects. This indispensable companion to Norbert Lechner''s landmark volume Heating, Cooling, Lighting: Sustainable Design Methods for Architects, Third Edition completes the author''s mission to cover all topics in the field of sustainable environmental control. It provides knowledge appropriate for the level of complexity needed at the schematic design stage and presents the most up-to-date information available in a concise, logical, accessible manner and arrangement. Although sustainability deals with many issues, those concerning energy and efficiency are the most critical, making an additional goal of this book one of providing architects with the skills and knowledge needed to create buildings that use electricity and water efficiently. Guidelines and rules-of-thumb are provided to help designers make their buildings use less energy, less water, and less of everything else to achieve their primary objTable of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgments xi 1 Electricity – Basic Concepts 1 1.1 Introduction 2 1.2. History of Electricity 2 1.3 The Water Analogy 4 1.4 Ohm’s Law 6 1.5 Types of Electricity 6 1.6 Power Factor 9 1.7 Types of Circuits 11 1.8 Power Generators in Series and Parallel 15 1.9 Voltage Drop 16 1.10 Electrical Power 18 1.11 Electrical Energy 19 1.12 Paying for Electricity 20 1.13 Reduction in Maximum Demand 22 1.14 Transformers 23 1.15 Electricity and Safety 24 1.16 Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) 26 1.17 Conclusion 26 Resources 26 2 Electrical Distribution in Buildings 27 2.1 Introduction 28 2.2 A Brief Historical Perspective 28 2.3 Centralized Electrical Power 30 2.4 Decentralized and Private Sources of Electricity 31 2.5 Electrical Distribution in Small Buildings 32 2.6 Electrical Distribution in Large Buildings 36 2.7 Switches, Fuses, and Circuit Breakers 39 2.8 Conductors 40 2.9 Conduits and Raceways 42 2.10 Office Landscapes 43 2.11 Electrical Safety Systems 47 2.12 Low-Voltage Circuits 50 2.13 Emergency Power 51 2.14 Communication and Building Control Wiring 53 2.15 Electrical Construction Drawings 56 2.16 Lightning Protection 56 2.17 Sustainability 58 2.18 Conclusion 59 Resources 59 3 Plumbing – Water Supply 61 3.1 Introduction 62 3.2 Brief History of Water Supply 63 3.3 Sources of Drinking Water 64 3.4 Water Use 67 3.5 Private Water Supply 68 3.6 Rainwater Harvesting 71 3.7 Water Distribution in Buildings 79 3.8 Water Quality 85 3.9 Water Efficiency 85 3.10 Hot Water 88 3.11 Hot Water Conservation 97 3.12 Conclusion 103 Resources 103 4 Drainage 105 4.1 Introduction 106 4.2 Short History of Sanitary Drainage 106 4.3 Basic Principles of Drainage 114 4.4 Basic Concepts of Plumbing Fixtures 115 4.5 Drainage Piping 116 4.6 Water Closets and Alternatives 121 4.7 Composting Toilets 125 4.8 On-Site Septic Tank Systems 126 4.9 On-Site Aerobic Systems 128 4.10 Special and Innovative Treatment Systems 130 4.11 Constructed Wetlands 131 4.12 Biologic Machines 134 4.13 Graywater Systems 136 4.14 Alternative Community Sewage Systems 139 4.15 Stormwater 141 4.16 Special Drainage Systems 152 4.17 Case Study 153 4.18 Conclusion 155 Resources 155 5 Architectural Acoustics 157 5.1 Introduction 158 5.2 A Short History of Architectural Acoustics 159 5.3 The Physics of Sounds 161 5.4 The Biology of Sounds 170 5.5 Perception of Sound 175 5.6 Sound and Health 179 5.7 Sound-Absorbing Materials 180 5.8 Applications of Sound-Absorbing Materials 182 5.9 Sound Transmission 188 5.10 Design for Low Sound Transmission 189 5.11 Acceptable Noise Levels 194 5.12 Open-Plan Offices 196 5.13 Impact Noise 198 5.14 Mechanical Systems Noise Control 199 5.15 Theaters, Classrooms and Auditoriums 202 5.16 Rules for Drawing Ray Diagrams 205 5.17 Electronic Sound Systems 206 5.18 Noise Outdoors 206 5.19 Conclusion 210 Resources 211 6 Fire Protection 213 6.1 Introduction 214 6.2 A Short History of Fires in Buildings 216 6.3 Fire Principles 221 6.4 Fire Prevention 224 6.5 Passive Fire Protection 225 6.6 Detection 228 6.7 Alarms 229 6.8 Safe Egress 232 6.9 Fire Suppression 235 6.10 Non-Water Fire Suppression Systems 242 6.11 Smoke Control 243 6.12 Fire Codes 249 6.13 Elevators and Fires 250 6.14 Lightning Protection 250 6.15 Conclusion 251 7 Conveyance Systems in Buildings 253 7.1 Introduction 254 7.2 A Short History of the Elevator 254 7.3 Elevator Types 261 7.4 Elevator Design 265 7.5 Escalators 271 7.6 Moving Walkways and Ramps 275 7.7 Vertical Transport and Health 276 7.8 Special Lifts for People 280 7.9 Material Conveying Systems 282 7.10 Conclusion 284 Resources 284 Index 285
£69.26
John Wiley & Sons Inc Kitchen and Bath Business and Project Management
Book SynopsisKitchen & Bath Business Project Management, Second Edition is a comprehensive guide to professional practice for the kitchen and bath professional. This one-stop reference is based on the real-world experiences of kitchen and bath experts to ensure success in business and professional life. Kitchen & Bath Business Project Management, Second Edition is illustrated in full color throughout with improved graphic design so that visual learners can easily absorb both technical and professional practice information. This book also includes access to a companion website with easily customizable forms for increased efficiency, and an Instructor''s Manual.Table of Contentsintroduction xv Acknowledgements xxi CHAPTER 1 Getting Started 1 Do You have What it Takes? 2 Evaluate Yourself 4 Before You Start 8 Why Many Companies Do Not Make It 10 Avoid These Common Mistakes 11 Getting Help from Advisors and Mentors 12 Summary 12 Review Questions 12 CHAPTER 2 Planning Your Business 15 What Type of Kitchen and Bath Business are You Going to Operate? 15 Your Business Selection Criteria 17 Deciding on the Right Business 17 Choosing a Name for Your Business 18 Stages of Company Growth 18 Short- and Long-Term Planning 20 How to Create a Strategic Business Plan for a Kitchen/Bath Dealer 21 Researching the Market 33 Preparing Your Business Plan 35 Reviewing Your Plan 40 Summary 40 Review Questions 41 CHAPTER 3 Business Start-up Issues .43 Choosing the Business Legal Structure 43 Other Requirements and Considerations 50 Location, Location, Location 51 Financing the Business 55 A Look at Taxes 60 Selecting Vendor Partners 61 Buying Groups—Sharing Expertise 63 Joining the Business Community 64 Taking Advantage of Outside Help 65 Summary 66 Review Questions 66 CHAPTER 4 Accounting and Record Keeping 67 Why You Need to Keep Good Records 69 Establishing Bookkeeping Procedures 70 Choosing an Accounting System 70 What to Keep Track of 71 Accounting Software for Your Business 73 Record-Keeping and Administrative Needs 74 Hiring an Accountant or Bookkeeper 76 Budgeting for Profit and Cash Flow 76 Summary 83 Review Questions 83 CHAPTER 5 Financial Controls 85 Understanding Financial Statements 85 Chart of Accounts 86 Balance Sheet 95 Cash Flow Analysis 98 Financial Ratio Analysis 103 Gross Margin 105 Ideas on How to Improve Gross Margins 108 Summary 120 Review Questions 120 CHAPTER 6 Protecting Your Business 121 Business Legal Structure 122 Professional Advice 122 Contractual Agreements and Personal Guarantees 122 Extension of Credit to Your Customers 123 Copyrighting Your Drawings 123 Developing an Insurance Program 124 Protecting Your Business from Theft 129 Summary 130 Review Questions 130 CHAPTER 7 Basic Ta x Management 131 Small Business Tax Management 131 Special Rules for Small Businesses 132 Tax Responsibilities 134 Specific Substantiation Requirements for Certain Expenses 134 Hints on Preventing an Audit 135 Help from the IRS 135 Other Taxes 136 Summary 137 Review Questions 137 CHAPTER 8 The Basics of Human Resource (People) Management .139 The Broad Picture of Human Resources 141 Future Human Resource Trends 142 Determining Your Needs 144 Deciding on the Right Compensation System for Your Sales Team 151 Examples of Compensation Plans 155 Resourceful Recruiting 159 Narrowing Down the List: Applications, Résumés, and Testing 162 Art of Interviewing 164 Making the Final Hiring Decision 167 Summary 171 Review Questions 171 CHAPTER 9 Human Resource Management—after the Decision Is Made ..173 The Orientation Period 173 Training and Development 175 Policy and Procedures Manual 177 Creating an Employee-Friendly Work Environment 180 Alternate Working Arrangements 181 Keep Tabs on Company Morale 182 Conduct Regular Meetings 182 Measuring Employee Performance 184 Developing Disciplinary Procedures 188 Defining at-will Employment 189 Terminating an Employee 189 Termination for “Just Cause” 190 Summary 208 Review Questions 208 CHAPTER 10 Marketing .209 Marketing and Sales are not the Same 210 The Big Picture: The Marketing “Wheel of Fortune” 210 Make the Time 214 Your Marketing Plan and Budget 215 Marketing Budgets 217 Knowing Who Your Customers are 222 Are You Offering the Right Product/Service Package? 224 Knowing Who Your Competitors are 227 Business Image and Branding 230 Establishing Your Brand 235 Finding and Filling a Meaningful Market Position 236 Why It’s Important to Have a Great Web Site 237 Develop an Advertising Campaign 238 Getting Your Work Published 240 Social Media Marketing 244 Sales and Selling 247 How to Get Started 247 Your Sales Team Needs a Strong Leader 254 Summary of How to Build a Marketing Plan 256 In Closing . . . 257 Summary 258 Review Questions 258 CHAPTER 11 Professional and Profitable Project Management 259 Introduction 259 Project Management Fundamentals: From Information Gathering to Visiting the Finished Room 260 Summary 265 Review Questions 266 CHAPTER 12 Responsibilities of the Business Owner/Manager 267 The Installation Delivery System 267 Job Site Dynamics: New House versus Old House 268 Job Site Dynamics: Single-Family Dwelling versus Multifamily 269 Installation Service Business Models 269 Key Competencies of Installation Specialists 271 Developing Successful Working Relationships 272 Systematic Approach to Project Management 274 Role of a Manfacturer’s Representative 286 Importance of Job Costing 288 Summary 289 Review Questions 289 CHAPTER 13 Responsibilities of Designer of Record 291 “Win-Win” Strategy 291 Designer’s Role during Project Documentation Process 292 Successful Designers are Detail Oriented 293 Understanding Construction Constraints 293 Summary 311 Review Questions 311 CHAPTER 14 Managing Client Expectations and the Job Site 313 Understanding “Remodeling Fever” 313 Managing the Client and the Project 314 Summary 331 Review Questions 331 CHAPTER 15 Industry Standards for Molding Order Procedures and Cabinet Installation .333 Ordering Molding 333 How to Install Kitchen Cabinets 336 Summary 344 Review Questions 344 index 345
£72.86
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Materials and Skills for Historic Building
Book Synopsis* gives key information in each area with where to go for more detailed guidance * strong focus on engineering and craft solutions * offers a comprehensive overview of a multi-disciplinary area to encourage disparate groups of professionals to work more closely * full colour throughout .Table of ContentsPreface vi Contributors viii 1 The philosophy of repair 1Michael Forsyth 2 Stone 5Types of wall construction 5Ian Williams Oolitic limestone 7David McLaughlin Sandstone 20Ian Williams Granite 30Robert Cotta 3 Brickwork 46Mike Stock 4 Lime-based plasters, renders and washes 56Rory Young 5 Concrete and reinforced concrete 92Michael Bussell 6 Stone slate, clay tile and metamorphic slate 109Christopher Harris 7 Cast iron, wrought iron and steel 123Geoff Wallis and Michael Bussell 8 Understanding decay in building timbers 160Brian Ridout 9 Timber 167Charley Brentnall 10 Wattle and daub 178Tony Graham 11 Sash windows 191Gus Astley 12 Window glass 196 Michael Forsyth 13 Exterior colour on the smaller town house 200Patrick Baty Index 212
£35.10
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Understanding Historic Building Conservation
Book Synopsis* gives key information in each area with where to go for more detailed guidance * strong focus on engineering and craft solutions * offers a comprehensive overview of a multi-disciplinary area to encourage disparate groups of professionals to work more closely * full colour throughout .Table of ContentsPreface vi Contributors viii 1 The past in the future Michael Forsyth 1 2 Architectural history and conservation Martin Cherry 9 3 Conservation and authenticity Martin Robertson 26 4 Regeneration and the historic environment Duncan McCallum 35 5 Problems and opportunities in rural conservation Jeremy Lake 46 6 Sustainable reuse of historic industrial sites Keith Falconer 74 7 Realms of memory: changing perceptions of the country house Giles Waterfield 88 8 Conserving buildings of the Modern Movement John Winter 96 9 Conservation and historic designed landscapes Jonathan Lovie 107 10 International standards and charters Philip Whitbourn 123 11 Conservation legislation in the United Kingdom: a brief history Colin Johns 131 12 Conservation legislation in the United Kingdom: looking ahead Colin Johns 140 13 The role of the archaeologist Peter Davenport 14514 Preparing the conservation plan James Maitland Gardner 156 15 Costing and contracts for historic buildings Adrian Stenning and Geoff Evans 175 16 Maintenance in conservation Nigel Dann and Timothy Cantell 185 17 Building preservation trusts Colin Johns 199 18 Valuing our heritage David H. Tomback 204 Index 211
£45.55
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Building Sustainability in East Asia
Book SynopsisBuilding Sustainability in East Asia: Policy, Design and Peopleillustrates the holistic approaches and individual strategies to building sustainability that have been implemented in construction projects in Asia. Top-down and bottom-up approaches (from formulating policy to constructing individual buildings) are effective in terms of the sustainable development of cities, and this book covers both, illustrated with a range of case study developments.Table of ContentsAbout the authors xi Foreword xii Preface xiv Acknowledgement xvii Section 1 On contexts 1 1 Introduction 3 1.1 Why sustainability matters 3 1.2 Why Asia matters 4 1.3 Why buildings matter 5 1.3.1 Root causes and solutions to the problem 6 1.3.2 Eco‐city principles 6 1.3.3 Liveable spaces 7 1.4 Dimensions of sustainable development 8 1.4.1 Policy support 8 1.4.2 Green market and consumption 9 1.4.3 Technology push 10 1.5 Sustainability in practice 10 1.5.1 History of green building in Asia 11 1.5.2 Capacity building – green professionals 11 1.5.3 Sustainable change for the green movement 15 1.6 Organisation of the book 15 2 Rapid urbanisation 16 2.1 Introduction 16 2.2 Asian urbanisation in context 16 2.3 Demographic changes 17 2.3.1 Global population trends 17 2.3.2 Urban population growth 18 2.3.3 The challenge of an ageing population 21 2.4 Economic changes 22 2.4.1 Growth in GDP 22 2.4.2 Increased income 22 2.4.3 Consuming society 24 2.5 Social changes 25 2.5.1 Housing needs 25 2.5.2 Employment needs 26 2.6 New growth model 26 2.6.1 Mega and compact cities 27 2.6.2 Green building markets 28 2.7 Summary 29 3 Urban environmental challenges 30 3.1 Introduction 30 3.2 Urban challenges in context 31 3.3 Climate change challenges 32 3.3.1 Vulnerability to extreme weather 32 3.3.2 Global warming 34 3.4 Urban environmental degradation 37 3.4.1 Air pollution 37 3.4.2 Energy depletion 39 3.4.3 Waste generation 42 3.4.4 Unhealthy urban environment 42 3.5 Liveability degradation 43 3.5.1 Urban heat Island 43 3.5.2 Ecological footprint 44 3.6 Summary 45 4 Quest for solutions 46 4.1 Introduction 46 4.2 History of international collaborations and partnerships 47 4.3 C40 cities climate leadership group initiative 47 4.3.1 Key issues 49 4.3.2 Action plan on buildings 49 4.4 WEF partnership for future of urban development 50 4.5 Regional integration 52 4.6 Changes for solutions 53 4.6.1 Re‐think of sustainable development framework 53 4.6.2 Issues of policy 54 4.6.3 Issues of practice/design 55 4.6.4 Issues of people 55 4.7 Paradigm shift 56 Section 2 On policy 57 5 Policy framework 59 5.1 Introduction 59 5.2 Policy framework 60 5.3 Policy priorities 61 5.3.1 The moving target 61 5.3.2 Prioritisation of policy issues 63 5.3.3 The Asian way of change 71 5.4 Policy instruments 71 5.4.1 Regulations and standards “The Stick” 73 5.4.2 Economic instruments “The Carrot and Stick” 74 5.4.3 Voluntary schemes instrument 74 5.5 Institutional arrangements 76 5.5.1 Hierarchy – who to lead 76 5.5.2 Government coordination and authority 78 5.5.3 Proposal for eco‐city implementation 79 5.6 Summary 80 6 Policy implementation 81 6.1 Introduction 81 6.2 General approach 81 6.3 Review of the regulations 83 6.3.1 Building energy regulations 84 6.3.2 Planning control for a better environment 86 6.4 Market solutions 87 6.4.1 Incentivising the market 87 6.5 Market‐based approach 90 6.5.1 Green building certification 90 6.5.2 Sustainability report and index 90 6.6 Public‐private partnership (PPP) 91 6.7 Collaboration with private sector 93 6.8 Capacity building 94 6.8.1 Demonstration projects and research and development 94 6.8.2 Education and training of green practitioners 95 6.9 Summary 96 Section 3 On design 97 7 Sustainability transformation 99 7.1 Introduction 99 7.2 Green transformation of building industry 100 7.2.1 Engaging stakeholders 100 7.2.2 Empowering the practitioners 102 7.3 Practice of building sustainability 103 7.3.1 Definition of sustainable building 103 7.3.2 Standardisation of practice 106 7.4 Sustainable building in action 107 7.4.1 Life‐cycle consideration 107 7.4.2 Design stage – integrated design 110 7.4.3 Construction stage – sustainable materials 113 7.4.4 Operation stage – behavioural changes 120 7.5 Building information modelling 121 7.6 Summary 123 8 Engineering solutions 124 8.1 Introduction 124 8.2 Design provisions for sustainable building 125 8.3 Adaptation to climate change and resilient designs 125 8.3.1 Extreme wind engineering 125 8.3.2 Flood mitigation and prevention 128 8.3.3 Seismic design 129 8.3.4 Fire engineering 130 8.4 High‐performance buildings 130 8.4.1 Building physics analysis 132 8.4.2 Energy appraisal 133 8.4.3 Indoor environment quality 133 8.4.4 Outdoor environment quality 135 8.5 Design innovations 135 8.5.1 Outside building: High‐performance envelope 137 8.5.2 Inside building: Low energy and carbon designs 143 8.6 Summary 146 9 De-carbonisation 147 9.1 Introduction 147 9.2 Building energy performance 148 9.3 Low/zero carbon design 152 9.3.1 Definition of zero carbon 152 9.3.2 Design strategy 152 9.4 Renewable energy for urban developments and buildings 158 9.4.1 Solar energy 160 9.4.2 Wind energy 162 9.4.3 Bioenergy 162 9.4.4 Hydropower 163 9.4.5 Marine/ocean energy 164 9.4.6 Geothermal energy 164 9.5 District‐wide de‐carbonisation 167 9.5.1 Micro‐energy grid 167 9.5.2 District energy 169 9.6 Towards a low‐carbon and smart city 172 9.7 Summary 173 Section 4 On people 175 10 Space for people 177 10.1 Introduction 177 10.2 Urban context of Asia city 178 10.2.1 Liveability 178 10.2.2 A compact and vertical city 178 10.2.3 An undesirable building environment 180 10.3 The quest for a quality built environment 181 10.3.1 A novel planning framework for the environment 181 10.3.2 The urban climatic map 182 10.3.3 Air ventilation 184 10.3.4 Microclimate and landscape design integration 184 10.4 Reducing the urban heat Island 187 10.5 Street canyon effect – roadside air pollution 191 10.6 Right of light 193 10.7 Health and well‐being 193 10.7.1 Natural ventilation 194 10.7.2 Daylight for habitation 194 10.7.3 Water quality 196 10.8 Summary 197 11 Community making 199 11.1 Introduction 199 11.2 Sustainable community 200 11.3 Community‐based design 201 11.3.1 Cultural aspect (social) 202 11.3.2 Placemaking (environment) 202 11.3.3 Sustainable housing (economics) 202 11.4 Neighbourhood assessment 206 11.4.1 History of overseas schemes 206 11.4.2 Definition of community/neighbourhood 207 11.4.3 Assessment aspects/categories 208 11.5 Development of BEAM plus neighbourhood in Hong Kong 210 11.5.1 Landscape and ecology in built environment 212 11.5.2 Stakeholder engagement 213 11.5.3 The establishment of BEAM plus neighbourhood 215 11.6 Summary 216 12 Low carbon living 217 12.1 Introduction 217 12.2 Carbon footprint of urban living 217 12.3 Behavioural changes 219 12.4 Changes in design culture 220 12.4.1 Task lighting 221 12.4.2 Thermal comfort 221 12.4.3 Natural ventilation 221 12.4.4 Green products 222 12.4.5 Smart metering 222 12.5 Eco‐education 222 12.6 Zero energy living experience 226 12.7 Community centre 228 12.8 Urban farming 230 12.9 Living LOHAS 231 12.10 Summary 234 Section 5 Way forward 235 13 Conclusions 237 On contexts … 237 On policy … 238 On design …. 238 On people …. 239 Way forward …. 239References 240 Index 250
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Workflows
Book SynopsisWorkflows are being rethought and remodelled across the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) spectrum. The synthesis of building information modelling (BIM) platforms with digital simulation techniques and increasing access to data, charting building performance, is allowing architects to engage in the generation of new workflows across multidisciplinary teams.By merging digital design operations with construction activities, project delivery and post-occupation scenarios, architects are becoming instrumental in the shaping of buildings as well as the design process. Workflows expand the territory of architectural practice by extending designers' remit beyond the confines of the design stage. The implications for the AEC industry and architecture as a profession could not be greater. These new collaborative models are becoming as important as the novel buildings they allow us to produce.Contributors include: Shajay Bhooshan, John Cays, Randy DeutsTable of ContentsAbout the Guest-Editor 05Richard Garber Introduction Digital Workflows and the Expanded Territory of the Architect 06Richard Garber Sketching with Glass A Return to the Hand-Driven Workflow 14Sean A Gallagher Geologic Workflows The Metamorphosis of the Great Rock 22Péter Kis and Sándor Bardóczi The Fifth Dimension Architect-Led Design–Build 28Stacie Wong Mashup and Assemblage in Digital Workflows The Role of Integrated Software Platforms in the Production of ArchitectureAdam Modesitt Putting BIM at the Heart of a Small Practice 42David Miller Encrypted Workflows The Secret World of Objects 48Rhett Russo Understanding Architectural Workflows in Global Practice 56Randy Deutsch Expansive Workflows Downstream Coordination in the Design of Sporting Facilities 68Jonathan Mallie From Pencils to Partners The Next Role of Computation in Building Design 74Ian Keough and Anthony Hauck Collaborative Design Combining Computer-Aided Geometry Design and Building Information Modelling 82Shajay Bhooshan Ruptured Flows An Argument for Nonlinear Workflows 90Kutan Ayata Life-Cycle Assessment Reducing Environmental Impact Risk with Workflow Data You Can Trust 96John Cays Coming Full Circle New Ruralism 104Richard Garber Ecological Workflows Zhangdu Lake Farm, Hubei Province, China 114Richard Garber Advanced Engineering with Building Information Modelling Establishing Flexible Frameworks for the Design and Documentation of Complex Buildings 120Ken Goldup, Zak Kostura, Tabitha Tavolaro and Seth Wolfe Sinuous Workflows MAD Architects, The Harbin Opera House 128Richard Garber Counterpoint Architects at the Mixing Desk Workflows Cutting Across the Whole-Life Process 136Dale Sinclair Contributors 142
£25.60
John Wiley and Sons Ltd The JCT Minor Works Building Contracts 2016
Book SynopsisThe revised and updated edition of this classic book on the JCT Minor Works Building Contracts The JCT Minor Works Building Contracts 2016 offers a concise overview of this agreement, which continues to be the most popular JCT contract, as it used on the sorts of small works that most architects and builders encounter routinely. Written in straightforward terms, the book is formatted in short chapters with accessible sub-headings, and the author avoids legal and pseudo-legal wording where possible. Some explanations from first principles are included where it is thought they would be helpful and occasionally, where the precise legal position is unclear, the author uses his significant experience to offer a view. Overall, the information is presented in a manner that it is easy to understand, use and reference. The 2016 edition of the contract contains a great many changes from previous editions and these are all covered. For example, the book incluTable of ContentsPreface to the fifth edition x Abbreviations xii 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Some general things about contracts 1 1.2 Some background to MW and MWD 4 1.3 When to use MW and MWD 5 1.4 How to use 7 1.5 What is the contract? 9 1.6 How to complete the contract form 10 1.7 Priority of documents 16 1.8 Inconsistencies and divergences 16 1.9 Custody and copies 19 1.10 Limits to use 20 1.11 Notices, time and the law 20 1.12 Common problems 21 2 Some basics 24 2.1 Works 24 2.2 Drawings 24 2.3 Copyright 25 2.4 Specification 25 2.5 Schedules 25 2.6 Privity of contract and third party rights 26 2.7 Base date 26 2.8 Common problems 26 3 Things you must know 29 3.1 The Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 (as amended) 29 3.2 Express and implied terms 31 3.3 Limitation periods 32 3.4 Letters of intent 34 3.5 Quantum meruit 35 3.6 Common problems 36 4 Architect’s powers and duties 37 4.1 Authority and duties 37 4.2 Duty to act fairly 43 4.3 An architect in a local authority or similar 44 4.4 Express provisions of the contract 45 4.5 Common problems 50 5 Contractor’s powers and duties 51 5.1 Contractor’s obligations: express and implied 51 5.2 Basic principles 51 5.3 Carrying out the Works 59 5.4 Workmanship and materials 61 5.5 Statutory obligations 63 5.6 Contractor’s representative 63 5.7 Compliance with architect’s instructions 64 5.8 Suspension of obligations 64 5.9 Common problems 65 6 Employer’s powers and duties 67 6.1 Powers and duties: in the contract and elsewhere 67 6.2 Rights under MW and MWD 72 6.3 Other rights 73 6.4 Duties under MW and MWD 73 6.5 Retention 76 6.6 Other duties 76 6.7 Common problems 77 7 Quantity surveyor 78 7.1 Appointment 78 7.2 Duties 79 7.3 Responsibilities 81 7.4 Common problems 82 8 Clerk of works 85 8.1 Appointment 85 8.2 Duties 87 8.3 Responsibilities 90 8.4 Common problems 90 9 Sub‐contractors and suppliers 92 9.1 General 92 9.2 Differences between assignment and sub‐contracting 92 9.3 Assignment 92 9.4 Sub‐contracting 93 9.5 Nominated sub-contractors 94 9.6 Common problems 96 10 Statutory matters and work outside the contract 98 10.1 Statutory authorities 98 10.2 Works not forming part of the contract 100 10.3 Common problems 101 11 Insurance 103 11.1 Important 103 11.2 Injury to or death of persons 104 11.3 Damage to property 105 11.4 Insurance of the Works 106 11.5 Evidence of insurance 108 11.6 Loss or damage 109 11.7 Common problems 110 12 Possession of the site 111 12.1 Important points 111 12.2 Date for possession 112 12.3 Failure to give possession 112 12.4 Common problems 114 13 Extension of time 116 13.1 Why necessary? 116 13.2 Extension of time 117 13.3 Reasons 119 13.4 Failure to notify delay 120 13.5 Does an extension of time entitle the contractor to any money? 121 13.6 Common problems 121 14 Liquidated damages 123 14.1 What are liquidated damages? 123 14.2 Liquidated damages or penalty? 124 14.3 Procedure 125 14.4 Common problems 126 15 Financial claims 127 15.1 General 127 15.2 Dealing with loss and/or expense 128 15.3 Types of claims 130 15.4 Common problems 132 16 Architect’s instructions 134 16.1 Architect’s instructions 134 16.2 Contractor’s objection 138 16.3 Specific instructions 139 16.4 Other instructions which will be empowered 140 16.5 Common problems 141 17 Variations 143 17.1 Variations 143 17.2 Valuation 145 17.3 Provisional sums 146 17.4 Common problems 147 18 Payment 149 18.1 Important to read this first 149 18.2 Contract Sum 150 18.3 Interim certificates 153 18.4 Final certificate 157 18.5 Effect of certificate 161 18.6 Failure to pay 161 18.7 Retention 161 18.8 Common problems 162 19 Practical completion 164 19.1 Practical completion 164 19.2 The contract says 164 19.3 Consequences of practical completion 167 19.4 Common problems 167 20 Defects liability 169 20.1 During construction 169 20.2 During the rectification period 169 20.3 Defects, shrinkages and other faults 170 20.4 Frost 172 20.5 Procedure 172 20.6 Making Good 174 20.7 Certificate of making good 176 20.8 Common problems 177 21 Termination 178 21.1 Preliminary thoughts 178 21.2 If no termination in the contract 179 21.3 Termination by the employer 180 21.4 Consequences of employer termination 186 21.5 Termination by the contractor 187 21.6 Consequences of contractor termination 194 21.7 Termination by either employer or contractor 194 21.8 Termination after loss or damage to existing structures 195 21.9 Reinstatement 195 21.10 Common problems 195 22 Contractor’s designed portion (CDP) 198 22.1 Principles 198 22.2 Contractor’s obligations 198 22.3 Inconsistences and divergences 200 22.4 Variations 201 22.5 Other matters 201 22.6 Common problems 202 23 Dispute resolution procedures 203 23.1 General 203 23.2 Choice 203 23.3 The Construction Act 1996 205 23.4 Adjudication in general 205 23.5 Pros and cons 206 23.6 Adjudication in detail 208 23.7 Arbitration 217 23.8 Legal proceedings (litigation) 222 23.9 Mediation 223 23.10 Common problems 223 Notes and references 224 Table of cases 234 Clause number index to text 241 Subject index 244
£56.95
John Wiley & Sons Inc Advanced Concrete Technology
Book SynopsisAdvanced Concrete Technology A thorough grounding in the science of concrete combined with the latest developments in the rapidly evolving field of concrete technology In the newly revised second edition of Advanced Concrete Technology, a distinguished team of academics and engineers delivers a state-of-the-art exploration of modern and advanced concrete technologies developed during the last decade. The book combines the essential concepts and theory of concrete with practical examples of material design, composition, processing, characterization, properties, and performance. The authors explain, in detail, the hardware and software of concrete, and offer readers discussions of the most recent advances in concrete technology, including, but not limited to, concrete recycling, nanotechnology, microstructural simulation, additive manufacturing, and non-destructive testing methods. This newest edition of Advanced Concrete Technology provides a suTable of ContentsPreface 1 Introduction to Concrete 1.1 Concrete Definition and Historical Development 1.2 Concrete as a Structural Material 1.3 Characteristics of Concrete 1.4 Types of Concrete 1.5 Factors Influencing Concrete Properties 1.6 Approaches to Study Concrete Discussion Topics References 2 Materials for Making Concrete 2.1 Aggregates for Concrete 2.2 Cementitious Binders 2.3 Admixtures 2.4 Water Discussion Topics Problems References 3 Fresh Concrete 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Workability and Rheology 3.3 Mix Design 3.4 Manufacture of Concrete 3.5 Delivery of Concrete 3.6 Concrete Placing 3.7 Curing of Concrete 3.8 Early-Age Properties of Concrete Discussion Topics Problems References 4 Materials Structure of Concrete 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Classification of Materials Structural Levels 4.3 Structure of Concrete at Nanometer Scale: The C–S–H Structure 4.4 Structure of Concrete at the Micro-Scale 4.5 The Transition Zone in Concrete 4.6 Nano- and Micro-Structural Engineering Discussion Topics References 5 Properties of Hardened Concrete 5.1 Strengths of Hardened Concrete 5.2 Stress–Strain Relationship and Constitutive Equations 5.3 Dimensional Stability—Shrinkage and Creep 5.4 Durability Discussion Topics Problems References 6 Advanced Cementitious Composites 6.1 Fiber-Reinforced Cementitious Composites 6.2 High-Strength Cementitious Composites 6.3 Ultra-High-Strength Concrete 6.4 Polymers in Concrete 6.5 Shrinkage-Compensating Concrete 6.6 Self-Compacting Concrete 6.7 Engineered Cementitious Composite 6.8 Confined Concrete 6.9 High-Volume Fly Ash Concrete 6.10 Structural Lightweight and Heavyweight Concrete 6.11 Sea Sand and Sea Water Concrete 6.12 The 3D Printed Concrete Discussion Topics Problems References 7 Concrete Fracture Mechanics 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics 7.3 The Crack Tip Plastic Zone 7.4 Crack Tip-Opening Displacement 7.5 Fracture Process in Concrete 7.6 Nonlinear Fracture Mechanics for Concrete 7.7 Two-Parameter Fracture Model 7.8 Size Effect Model 7.9 The Fictitious Model by Hillerborg 7.10 R-Curve Method for Quasi-Brittle Materials 7.11 Double-K Criterion 7.12 The Application of Fracture Mechanics in the Design Code of Concrete Structures Discussion Topics Problems References 8 Nondestructive Testing in Concrete Engineering 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Review of Wave Theory for a 1D Case 8.3 Reflected and Transmitted Waves 8.4 Attenuation and Scattering 8.5 Main Commonly Used NDT-CE Techniques 8.6 Noncontacting Resistivity Measurement Method 8.7 An Innovative Magnetic Corrosion Detection Transducer Discussion Topics Problems References 9 The Future and Development Trends of Concrete 9.1 Sustainability of Concrete 9.2 Deep Understanding of the Nature of Hydration 9.3 Integrated Materials and Structural Design 9.4 High-Tensile-Strength and High-Toughness Cement-Based Materials 9.5 Application of Nanotechnology in Concrete 9.6 Data Science and Artificial Intelligence in Concrete Technology References Index
£117.00
John Wiley & Sons Inc Understanding and Negotiating Construction
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsAcknowledgments xiii About the Author xv Preface xvii Disclaimer xix Introduction xxi The Goals of This Book xxi What Are the Benefits of This Book? xxi Contractor & Owner Conventions xxii Private Contracts or Government Contracts? xxii Key Contracting Concepts xxii Two Types of Commercial Terms & Conditions xxiii The Most Important Commercial Terms & Conditions xxv The Contracting Process xxv Terms & Conditions xxv The Concept of Risk Transfer xxvi This Is a Book Developed Just for Contractors xxvii Three Final Suggestions xxvii Chapter 1: Contracts: Basic Training 1 What Is a Contract? 1 The Steps to a Contract 1 Coming to the Party? 2 The Starting Point 3 “Here’s My Proposal” 4 “Consideration,” or Something of Value 5 The “Happy Test” 5 “Can That Person Sign This Contract?” 6 Call in the Enforcer to Close the Breach! 6 A Contract Example 8 Strange Words & Long Paragraphs 10 Contracting Myths 11 Contract Negotiations 12 Chapter 2: Types & Forms of Contracts 15 Fixed Price & Fixed Schedule Contracts 16 Reimbursable Type Contracts 16 Combined Fixed Price & Reimbursable Contracts 18 Cost Plus Fee Contracts 20 Guaranteed Maximum Price Contracts 21 Target Price Contracts 21 Contracts with Performance Incentives 22 Form of Contracts 23 Some Final Contract Housekeeping— Definitions 30 Conclusion 32 Chapter 3: Scope of Work 33 The Scope of Work Matrix 37 Scoping Drawings 39 Conclusion 40 Chapter 4: Terms of Payment & Cash Flow 41 Cash Flow 42 Interest Rates 44 Periodic Progress & Milestone Payments 45 Conclusion 59 Chapter 5: The Schedule 61 Float 62 Time Is of the Essence 64 Extra Time, but No Money 66 Conclusion 68 Chapter 6: Assurances of Performance 69 Guaranties & Bonds 70 What Does “Failure to Perform” Mean? 72 What Is a Bond? 72 Forms of Assurances of Performance 73 Surety Companies 78 Some Language Considerations on Guaranties & Bonds 82 Types of Performance Assurances 82 Conclusion 101 Chapter 7: Insurance 103 What Is Insurance? 104 Claims Made vs. Occurrence 105 Types of Insurance 106 Important Issues Associated with Insurance 112 Additional Insured Status 120 Additional Insurance Basics 121 A Typical Insurance Clause in a Construction Contract 134 Safety 140 Chapter 8: Indemnity 141 Insurance & Indemnity 142 Indemnity Definitions 142 Transferring the Owner’s Risks to Contractors 143 Fairness Is Not a Consideration 143 Is an Indemnity Required in a Construction Contract? 144 Anti- Indemnity Legislation 144 Examples of Indemnification Clauses 150 Indemnification, Additional Insured Status, & Contractual Liability Insurance 157 Owners Love CLAIMS! 161 Negotiating Indemnity Clauses 162 Knock- for- Knock Indemnities 165 Conclusion 166 Chapter 9: Changes 169 Some Ground Rules 170 Protecting the Project Manager 170 Owners’ Directives 171 Constructive Changes 171 Payment for Changes 172 Sample Change Clauses 172 Major Contract Changes 178 Negotiating Change Clauses 179 Conclusion 180 Chapter 10: Disputes & Their Resolution 183 What’s a Project Manager to Do? A Short Story to Start With 183 Disputes— The Construction Contract’s Bad Actor 184 An Ounce of Prevention 186 Dispute Resolution Options 186 The Folks who Negotiate, Mediate, Arbitrate, & Litigate 188 Dispute Resolution Clauses 189 Conclusion 192 Chapter 11: Damages 193 Breach of Contract/Failure to Perform 194 Contractors’ Financial Exposure 194 Actual Damages— A Silent Risk? 194 Liquidated Damages 196 Consequential Damages 204 Conclusion 206 Chapter 12: Warranties 207 A Workable Definition of Warranty 207 Warranty Issues 208 The Uniform Commercial Code 214 When Is No Warranty Appropriate? 217 Extended Duration Warranties 219 Limiting Provisions in Warranties 221 Pass- Through Warranties 221 Latent Defects & Warranty 222 A Sample Warranty 224 Conclusion 224 Chapter 13: Termination & Suspension 227 Termination for Cause 228 Termination for Convenience 229 Suspension 232 Cancellation 236 Conclusion 236 Chapter 14: Force Majeure 239 Negotiating Clauses 239 Sample Contract Language 240 Conclusion 244 Chapter 15: Other Contract Clauses 245 Site Conditions 246 Use of Completed Portions of the Work 251 Patent Indemnity 252 Secrecy & Confidentiality Clauses & Agreements 253 Owner’s Right to Inspect 254 Independent Contractors 257 Assignment 258 Acceptance & the Punch List 260 Advance & Partial Waiver of Liens 262 Final Waiver of Liens 265 Audit Rights 268 Severability or Validity Clauses 269 Venue & Applicable Law 269 Florida Civil Code Chapter 47 Venue 270 Texas Business & Commercial Code Annotated §272.001 271 Venue and Choice of Law State Statutes 271 Contractual Rendition? 271 Changes in the Law 272 Some Interesting Clauses to Close 273 Chapter 16: A Construction Contractor’s Contract Checklist 275 Chapter 17: International Contracting 283 International Contracts 284 The U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act 285 Letters of Credit 286 Split Contracts: Onshore & Offshore Contracts 288 Political, Religious, & Economic Risks 289 Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) 290 Legal Systems in Foreign Countries 290 Local Employees, Partners, & Agents 291 Offshore Companies 292 Currency Risks 293 Applicable Law 297 Joint Ventures 299 Joint Operations 299 Import & Export Considerations 300 Understanding INCOTERMS 302 The Export‐ Import Bank of the United States 305 Where to Get Some Help— Ask the U.S. Government 306 Lastly, Use the Right Paper Size! 307 Conclusion 307 Chapter 18: What’s It Take to Do Business in Southeast Asia? 309 Patience Is Golden 310 Walk the Talk 310 Time and Money 311 The US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act 312 Center for Strategic and International Studies 313 Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) 314 Backdoor to China and India 314 SPECIAL Section— The Socialist Republic of Vietnam (Vietnam) 316 Resources for Business in Southeast Asia 317 Chapter 19: Some Final Thoughts on Negotiating Contracts 319 Why Negotiate? 320 The Concept of Standard Terms & Conditions 320 Risk Transfer Item 1: Get Rid of the Indemnity Clause! 322 Risk Transfer Item 2: Don’t Provide Additional Insured Status 323 Risk Transfer Clauses, Insurance, & Safety 323 How to Say No without Aggravating the Owner 324 The Worst Contracting Word: “Reasonable” 324 The Best Contracting Word: “Notwith- standing” 325 Win- Win & Lose- Lose in Contract Negotiations— Fairy Tales? 326 Is There a Price for Bad Commercial Terms & Conditions? 327 Terms of Payment 327 Some Tips on Successful Negotiating 328 Three First (and Final) Suggestions 328 Resources 329 Glossary 333 Index 349
£63.00
John Wiley and Sons Ltd The Practice of Construction Management
Book SynopsisThis book offers construction managers and students a readable account of management ideas and practices, concentrating particularly on the human side of construction management. It pulls together what has been learned both from management practice and research, and summarises the main themes and trends. The text has been substantially revised to reflect the latest management thinking and to include new sections on communication, conflict management and managing innovation.Trade ReviewIt provides a perfect introduction to the various theories and does a good job in relating them to construction management activities... Although I am familiar with theories it contains, the manner in which they are presented makes this a fascinating and thought-provoking read, far superior to similar books I have studied. Building Engineer Feb 2005Table of ContentsThe development of management thinking; Managers and their jobs; Organisation; Leadership; Communication; Conflict and conflict management; Individuals, group behaviour and teamwork; Motivation and human performance; Conflict; Problem-solving and decision-making; Managing change; Value and risk management; Managing innovation in construction; Managing supply chains and construction networks; Human Resources Management; Recruitment and staff development; Health and safety; Industrial relations; Managing quality and environmental impact
£41.75
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Causation and Delay in Construction Disputes
Book SynopsisBuilding contract claims for more time on projects represent one of the largest sources of dispute within the industry. However, identifying the causes of delays, and the effects they have on the project, is often difficult and the burden on the party seeking to prove delay is a heavy one. This book provides the construction professional with an analysis of how construction projects become delayed, the practical measures which can be taken to avoid such delays, and how the parties can protect their positions in the face of delays. It goes on to look at the requirements for producing a successful claim. It provides a straightforward guide to the legal issues, and also considers how the effects of delays can most practically be addressed. The Second Edition takes account of new case law since 1999, and has new sections on adjudication, risk allocations and the Society of Construction Law Delay Protocol. VerTrade Review‘There is a real need for a book that bridges the gap between technical construction knowledge and the law relating to construction – and this is it.’ – Paul Jensen, Arbitration ‘This book is splendid stuff…go and buy Carnell’s book.’ – Tony Bingham, Building ‘The author makes effective use of his excellent knowledge and experience in the field [and] provides a very clear insight into the practical requirements of delay claims.’ – Civil Engineering Surveyor 'A useful addition to the corporate library' - Building Engineer 'the author summarises delay analysis techniques in sufficient detail as to be comprehensible but also useful, without losing sight of the case law background which affects this crucial area of practice.' Construction Law, October 2005Table of ContentsPreface; Acknowledgements; List of Abbreviations; Time is money; Planning the project; During the works; Completion dates; Claim preparations – preliminary considerations; Legal considerations; Analysing the causes of delay; Presentation; Proceedings – arbitration, litigation and alternative dispute resolution; Appendices; Notes; Table of Cases; Table of Statutes; Bibliography; Index.
£88.16
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Understanding the Construction Client
Book Synopsis* Foreword from the Chair of The Construction Clients Group - the only body dedicated to all clients of the construction industry. * Provides a user-friendly model of engagement for clients * Covers a wide range of client types - from prisons to supermarkets .Trade Review“This is undoubtedly a readable book.” (Construction Management and Economics, 1 November 2010) "Contractors who want to get ahead must prioritise the needs of the client. this is the central message in the book… [and] the key difference between an average and highly successful project" Construction News "An excellent read for all levels of interest and capability within the industry and will be of interest to a wide readership" Building EngineerTable of ContentsForeword viiGraham Farrant, Chair CCG Preface: buildings are not about building! x Chapter 1 Clients in Perspective 1 1.1 Introduction 1 1.2 The nature of the problem 2 1.3 The categories of clients 4 1.4 What clients want 10 1.5 A problem of delivery 14 1.6 Structure of this book 16 1.7 A concluding remark 18 References 19 Chapter 2 A Model of Clients 23 2.1 Introduction 23 2.2 The basic thesis 25 2.3 A model of clients 26 2.4 Fundamental awarenesses and the model 30 2.5 Model for sector analysis 32 2.6 Summary 35 References 35 Chapter 3 The Client at Rest 37 3.1 Client’s knowledge and processes 37 3.2 Clients see the world differently 40 3.3 Organisational knowns 44 3.4 Normal organisational unknowns 54 3.5 People in organisations 64 3.6 Conclusions 71 References 71 Chapter 4 The Client in Change 75 4.1 The project means and ends 75 4.2 Means and ends as values 77 4.3 Building involves organisational change in the client 84 4.4 Building involves unknowns that are unformed 87 4.5 Emotion of change 91 4.6 Change creates gaps and contradictions 93 4.7 Means and ends of engagement 96 4.8 What is to be done? 111 References 111 Chapter 5 Property Developers as Clients 114 5.1 Introduction 114 5.2 Business environment of property development 116 5.3 Finance and risk of projects 123 5.4 Business constitution: strategy to operations 125 5.5 Experience of building: from unknowns and contradictions to means and ends 132 5.6 Key issues 144 References 145 Resources 145 Chapter 6 Supermarkets as Clients 147 6.1 Introduction 147 6.2 The business environment: strategy in the world 148 6.3 Business structure and processes: the tactical plan 152 6.4 Business operation 155 6.5 Experience of building: from unknowns and contradictions to means and ends 158 6.6 Key issues 161 References 162 Resources 162 Chapter 7 NHS Acute Trusts as Clients 163 7.1 Introduction 163 7.2 The environment of NHS acute trusts 169 7.3 Experience of building: from unknowns and contradictions to means and ends 181 7.4 Means and ends of building 187 7.5 Key issues 189 References 190 Resources 191 Chapter 8 Governments as Clients 192 8.1 Introduction 192 8.2 The political domain: service in a political environment 193 8.3 The managerial domain 205 8.4 The operational domain 209 8.5 Experience of building: from unknowns and contradictions to means and ends 214 8.6 Key issues 219 References 219 Resources 220 Chapter 9 Airports as Clients 221 9.1 Introduction 221 9.2 Business environment of airports 225 9.3 Business structure processes and operations 235 9.4 Experience of building: from unknowns and contradictions to means and ends 239 9.5 Key issues 244 References 245 Resources 246 Chapter 10 Housing Associations as Clients 247 10.1 Introduction 247 10.2 Business environment of housing associations 250 10.3 Management of housing associations 255 10.4 Operations in housing associations 262 10.5 Experience of building: from unknowns and contradictions to means and ends 264 10.6 Key issues 267 References 267 Resources 268 Chapter 11 A Toolkit for Engagement 269 11.1 Introduction 269 11.2 Outline of toolkit 272 11.3 Working with clients’ change processes 274 11.4 Understanding the client’s business 288 11.5 Managing the industry’s fragmentation 293 11.6 Developing the approach 294 11.7 Conclusion 297 References 297 Chapter 12 Postscript 299 Reference 302 Appendix: The Interviewees 303 Author Index 305 Subject Index 308
£66.56
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Building Maintenance Management
Book SynopsisThis new edition of an informative and accessible book guides building surveyors and facilities managers through the key aspects of property maintenance and continues to be of value to both students and practitioners. With the increasing cost of new-build, effective maintenance of existing building stock is becoming ever more important and building maintenance work now represents nearly half of total construction output in the UK. Building Maintenance Management provides a comprehensive profile of the many aspects of property maintenance. This second edition has been updated throughout, with sections on outsourcing; maintenance planning; benchmarking and KPIs; and current trends in procurement routes (including partnering and the growth of PFI) integrated into the text. There is also a new chapter on the changing context within which maintenance is carried out, largely concerned with its relationship to facilities management.Trade Review"In an era when sustainability and the efficient use of the world's resources have become paramount considerations, this book highlights practical ways of putting these principles into practice." (Journal of Building Appraisal, Autumn 2007)Table of ContentsForeword. Acknowledgements. Abbreviations. Chapter 1 - The changing context within which Building Maintenance operates. Chapter 2 - The Maintenance Dimension. Chapter 3 - Maintenance Organisations. Chapter 4 - The Design/Maintenance Relationship. Chapter 5 - The Nature of Maintenance Work. Chapter 6 - Information Management. Chapter 7 - Maintenance Planning. Chapter 8 - Maintenance Contracts. Chapter 9 - The Execution of Building Maintenance. Appendix 1 - StatisticsAppendix 2 - Methods of Financial Appraisal
£56.95
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Construction Partnering and Integrated
Book Synopsis'As long as government continues to push collaborative working and best value, partnering will be in vogue' If you are implementing partnering in your organisation and don't know where to start, this book covers everything you'll need - explaining all aspects of the partnering relationship from scratch.Trade Review'It offers a straightforward, clear, and practical account of how to establish and maintain partnering and intergrated teamworking relationships.' CME Dec 2006Table of ContentsPreface. Chapter 1: The Culture Change. Chapter 2: Identifying the oorganisations’ Value Criteria. Chapter 3: Partnering Advisers and Facilitators. Chapter 4: Internal Partnering and Managing Change. Chapter 5: Selection Criteria and Weighting. Chapter 6: Selecting Supplier Partners. Chapter 7: Writing Effective Partnering Documentation. Chapter 8: Evaluating Client Partners. Chapter 9: Submitting Successful Partnering Bids. Chapter 10: Assessment, Evaluation and Award. Chapter 11: Developing the Integrated Team. Chapter 12: Trust. Chapter 13: Respect For People. Chapter 14: Communication. Chapter 15: Non-Technical Team Roles. Chapter 16: Mutual Objectives. Chapter 17: Issue Resolution. Chapter 18: Partnering Champions and the Core Groups. Chapter 19: Continuous improvement. Chapter 20: Benchmarking and Key Performance Indicators. Chapter 21: A Programme Of Partnering and Integrated Team Workshops. Chapter 22: Initial Partnering Workshop. Chapter 23: Continuous Improvement Review. Chapter 24: Post-project Review. Chapter 25: Value Management. Chapter 26: Risk Management. Chapter 27: Lean Thinking. Chapter 28: COLA – The Cross Organisational Learning Approach. Chapter 29: Implementing Best Value. Chapter 30: Sustainability. Chapter 31: Whole Life Costing. Chapter 32: Innovation. Chapter 33: Open book accounting. Chapter 34: Incentives and Award. Chapter 35: Partnering Contracts. Chapter 36: Involving Interested Parties and Inducting New Staff. Chapter 37: Avoiding the Pitfalls of Partnering. Chapter 38: Icebreakers and Team Building Exercises. References. Index.
£69.26
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Roof Construction and Loft Conversion
Book SynopsisThis book provides practical guidance on the design and construction of timber roofs, featuring numerous detail drawings. It includes information on loft to attic room conversion. The new edition has been updated to cover the latest changes to the British Regulations and extended coverage of roof attic construction.Trade Review"A thorough rundown of the various types of roof currently in use, with easy -to-read diagrams to make sense of it all … useful." (Build It, December 2008) "A thorough rundown of the various types of roof currently in use, with easy -to-read diagrams to make sense of it all … particularly useful if you have a tricky space to convert." (Build It, December 2008) "easy to read and concise … an excellent book" (Building Engineer)Table of ContentsThe development of the pitched roof; Roof shapes and terminology; The "traditional" and "cut" roof; Bolted truss roof construction; The construction of trussed rafters roofs; Truss plate systems; Roof construction detailing; Loft conversion: space possibilities; Technical possibilities; Planning and building control; Surveys and specification
£62.65
John Wiley and Sons Ltd The JCT Intermediate Building Contracts 2005
Book SynopsisThe 2005 version of the JCT Intermediate Building Contract has introduced a very different looking contract format and a number of changes to contract conditions. A completely new Intermediate Building Contract with Contractor''s Design has also been issued. This well established guide, which has been thoroughly updated, looks at the changes and key aspects of both forms, and takes account of new case law since the last edition of the book published in 1999. It also discusses the new subcontract agreements.Trade Review"The third edition of this well-established text continues to provide sound guidance in respect of the revised IC and also introduces a new version of the form, the Intermediate Form with Contractor's Design (ICD). All the clauses relating to a particular subject are dealt with comprehensively in a clear and logical manner together with the relevant case law. The book has a number of useful features which will be appreciated by busy practitioners; these include a bullet pointed summary at the end of each chapter, flowcharts and over 60 sample letters providing good practice models for both contractors and contract administrators to follow. It does represent good value for practitioners, especially when one considers how expensive ignorance can be when contractual matters are wrongly handled." Building Engineer, November 2006Table of ContentsPreface to the third edition; Chapter 1 The Purpose and Use of IC and ICD; 1.1 The background; 1.2 IC documentation; 1.3 The use of IC; 1.4 Completing the form;Chapter 2 Contracts Compared; Chapter 3 Contract Documents and Insurance; 3.1 Contract documents; 3.1.1 Types and uses; 3.1.2 Importance and priority; 3.1.3 Errors; 3.1.4 Custody and copies; 3.1.5 Limits to use; 3.1.6 Notices ; 3.2 Insurance ; 3.2.1 Indemnity; 3.2.2 Injury to persons and property; 3.2.3 Things which are the liability of the employer; 3.2.4 Insurance of the Works: alternative clauses; 3.2.5 A new building where the contractor is required to insure; 3.2.6 A new building where the employer insures; 3.2.7 Alterations or extensions to an existing building; 3.2.8 Benefits for subcontractors; 3.2.9 Joint fire code; 3.2.10 Terrorism cover; 3.3 Summary ; Chapter 4 The Architect's Authority and Duties; 4.1 Authority; 4.1.1 General; 4.1.2 Express provisions; 4.1.3 The issue of instructions: general; 4.1.4 Instructions in detail; 4.2 Duties; 4.2.1 Duties under the contract; 4.2.2 General duties; 4.3 Summary ; Chapter 5 The Contractor's Obligations; 5.1 Express and implied obligations; 5.1.1 Legal principles; 5.1.2 Execution of the Works; 5.1.3 Workmanship and materials; 5.1.4 Statutory obligations; 5.1.5 Person-in-charge; 5.1.6 Levels and setting out; 5.2 Other obligations; 5.2.1 Access to the Works and premises; 5.2.2 Drawings, details and information; 5.2.3 Compliance with architect's instructions; 5.2.4 Suspension of performance; 5.2.5 Other rights and obligations; 5.3 Summary; Chapter 6 The Employer's Powers, Duties and Rights; 6.1 Express and implied powers and duties; 6.1.1 Co-operation or non-interference; 6.2 Rights; 6.2.1 General; 6.2.2 Deferment of possession of the site; 6.2.3 Deduction/repayment of liquidated damages; 6.2.4 Employment of direct contractors; 6.2.5 Rights as to insurance; 6.3 Duties; 6.3.1 General; 6.3.2 Payment; 6.3.3 Retention; 6.3.4 Other duties; 6.4 Summary; Chapter 7 The Clerk of Works; 7.1 Appointment; 7.2 Duties; 7.3 Responsibility; 7.4 Summary; Chapter 8 Subcontractors and Suppliers; 8.1 General; 8.2 Subcontractors; 8.2.1 Assignment and subcontracting; 8.2.2 Named persons as subcontractors; 8.3 Statutory authorities; 8.4 Work not forming part of the contract; 8.5 Third part rights and collateral warranties; 8.6 Summary; Chapter 9 Possession, Practical Completion and Defects Liability; 9.1 Possession; 9.1.1 General; 9.1.2 Date for possession; 9.2 Practical completion; 9.2.1 Definition; 9.2.2 Consequences ; 9.2.3 Partial possession and sectional completion; 9.3 Rectification period; 9.3.1 Definition; 9.3.2 Defects, shrinkages or other faults; 9.3.3 Frost; 9.3.4 Procedure; 9.4 Summary; Chapter 10 Claims; 10.1 General; 10.2 Extension of time; 10.2.1 Legal principles; 10.2.2 Liquidated damages; 10.2.3 Procedure; 10.2.4 Grounds; 10.3 Loss and expense claims; 10.3.1 Definition; 10.3.2 Procedure; 10.3.3 Matters grounding a claim; 10.4 Summary; Chapter 11 Payment; 11.1 The contract sum; 11.2 Payment before practical completion; 11.2.1 Method and timing; 11.2.2 Valuation; 11.2.3 Amounts included; 11.3 Payment at practical completion; 11.4 Retention; 11.5 Final payment; 11.6 The effect of certificates; 11.7 Withholding payment; 11.8 Variations; 11.9 Valuation of contractor’s designed portion; 11.10 Fluctuations; 11.11 Summary ; Chapter 12 Termination; 12.1 Termination by the employer; 12.1.1 General; 12.1.2 Grounds (clause 8.4.1): contractor's defaults; 12.1.3 Grounds (clause 8.5): insolvency of contractor; 12.1.4 Grounds (clause 8.6): corruption; 12.1.5 Grounds (clause 8.11): neutral causes; 12.1.6 Grounds (paragraph C.4.4 of schedule 1 and clause 6.10.2.2): insurance risks and terrorism cover;12.1.7 Consequences (clauses 8.5.3, 8.7 and 8.8); 12.1.8 Consequences (clauses 8.11 and paragraph C.4.4 of schedule 1); 12.2 Termination by the contractor; 12.2.1 General; 12.2.2 Grounds (clause 8.9): employer's faults; 12.2.3 Grounds (clause 8.10): insolvency; 12.2.4 Grounds (clause 8.11): neutral causes; 12.2.5 Grounds (paragraph C.4.4 of schedule 1 and clause 6.10.2.2): insurance risks and terrorism cover; 12.2.6 Consequences (clause 8.12); 12.2.7 Consequences (paragraph C.4.4 of schedule 1 and clause 6.10.2.2); 12.3 Summary; Chapter 13 Contractor’s designed portion (CDP); 13.1 General; 13.2 Documents; 13.3 The contractor’s obligations; 13.4 Liability; 13.5 Variations; 13.6 Insurance; 13.7 Summary; Chapter 14 Dispute Resolution Procedures; 14.1 General; 14.2 Adjudication; 14.2.1 The contract provisions; 14.2.2 The Scheme: notice of adjudication; 14.2.3 The Scheme: appointment of the adjudicator; 14.2.4 The Scheme: procedure; 14.2.5 The Scheme: adjudicator’s powers and duties; 14.2.6 The Scheme: the adjudicator’s decision; 14.2.7 The Scheme: costs; 14.3 Arbitration; 14.3.1 General ; 14.3.2 Procedure; 14.3.3 The appointment of an arbitrator; 14.3.4 Counterclaims; 14.3.5 Powers of the arbitrator; 14.3.6 Third party procedure; 14.4 Legal proceedings; 14.5 Summary;. Appendix A Intermediate Named Sub-Contractor Tender and Agreement (ICSub/NAM/IT), (ICSub/NAM/T), (ICSub/NAM/A); Appendix B Intermediate Named Sub-Contract Conditions (ICSub/NAM/C);Appendix C Intermediate Named Sub-Contractor/Employer Agreement; (ICSub/NAM/E); Table of Cases; Clause Number Index to Text; Subject Index.
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Project Finance for Construction and
Book SynopsisThis is a self-contained text on the logic and institutions of project finance, supplemented by a series of project finance case studies illustrating applications in different economic environments, across different jurisdictions and at different stages of development. It will introduce an analytical framework drawing on applied institutional economics that includes and concentrates primarily on an analysis of the institutional logic behind generic project finance arrangements. The application of the institutional framework will be demonstrated with project cases from Hong Kong, Thailand, India, Europe and Azerbaijan each at different stages of development. While each project case will have a general theme and will highlight aspects of interest to built environment professionals, it will primarily be used to illustrate one or more specific PF/PFI principle.Trade Review"An interesting publication with many key aims, it looks to supply the concepts of project finance to academics and students by the utilisation of real projects." Building EngineerTable of ContentsPreface . Acknowledgments . About the authors. 1 The Nature of Project Finance . 1.1 The world of projects today. 1.2 Corporations, finance and projects; important concepts. 1.3 The project company business model. 1.4 The project cycle. 1.5 System concepts and the project company. 1.6 Plan of the book. Key Concepts. 2 Complex Transactions . 2.1 Transactions, the cost of transaction, transaction cost economics, and projects. 2.2 A more formal approach to disaggregation of transactions. 2.3 The influence of agency on transaction costs – agency costs. 2.4 Corporate finance context. 2.5 Incentive conflicts in corporate finance. 2.6 Transaction costs and agency – theoretic logic of the project finance model. Key concepts. Appendix 2.1 Comparison of long-term debt instruments. A2.1.1 Syndicated loans. A2.1.2 International bonds. 3 Financial Evaluation . 3.1 Valuation and the project company. 3.2 Valuation and the project company as a single-asset business. 3.3 Capital budgeting decisions. Key concepts. 4 Managing Risk in Project Finance Transactions . 4.1 The project cycle revisited. 4.2 Risk management approaches. 4.3 The project company and risk identification. 4.4 Risks in the construction phase. 4.5 The institutional environment and risk. 4.6 Risk management and project lenders. Key concepts. 5 Continuing Evolution: from PF to PFI, PPP and beyond . 5.1 Introduction. 5.2 PFI origins. 5.3 Types of PFI. 5.4 PFI features. 5.5 Procurement process principles. 5.6 Contract and control structure. 5.7 The special purpose or project vehicle and financing. 5.8 PFI/PPP and rational privatisation. 5.9 Risk management. 5.10 Financial risk in PFI and PPPs. 5.11 Challenges for PFI and PP and the responses. 5.12 The lessons. Key concepts. 6 The Relevance of Sound Demand in Infrastructure Project Finance –. The Sydney Cross-City Tunnel . 6.1 Infrastructure finance: the Sydney cross-city tunnel. 6.2 History of the CCT project. 6.3 Cheung Kong Infrastructure Holdings Limited. 6.4 The bidding process. 6.5 Valuing the project. 6.6 Assessing project risks. 6.7 Capital structure. 6.8 Completion of the deal. 6.9 Project outcomes. 7 Financial Structure and Infrastructure Project Finance – The Hong Kong Western Harbour Crossing . 7.1 Refinancing the western harbour crossing, Hong Kong. 7.2 History of the western harbour crossing. 7.3 Valuation of the project. 8 Institutional Risks and Infrastructure Project Finance – The Dabhol Power Project . 8.1 Dabhol power project. 8.2 Development of the Dabhol power project. 8.3 Power purchase agreement. 8.4 Epilogue. 8.5 Analysis. 9 Extreme Complexity in Transacting – Public Private Partnerships at Work in the London Underground . 9.1 Public private partnerships: London Underground. 9.2 Two countries two systems. 9.3 Public private partnership. References . Index
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd The JCT Minor Works Building Contracts 2005
Book SynopsisThe Minor Works Building Contract is the most widely used of the JCT forms of contact, not only for simple, short contracts of moderate price, for which it is intended, but also for much larger projects for which it is often not suited at all. As a result, contractual difficulties can arise, and despite the form''s simplicity an understanding of the legal background to the form is essential. This book explains the practical applications of the form from the point of view of the employer, architect and contractor. It provides a straightforward explanation of the legal aspects of the form supported by flow charts, tables and sample letters. The Fourth Edition has been revised to cover the 2005 edition of the form, which has given the contract a completely new look. The book now covers the new JCT Minor Works Building Contract with contractor''s design (MWD).Trade Review'The first [edition] was an instant hit for me and edition four is just as good.' Tony Bingham, Building 'Makes interesting reading of a subject not many of us would expect to enjoy...A useful reference book for any architect, employer or contractor involved in minor or small works and one that is likely to be used time and time again'. The Expert and Dispute Resolver Summer 2007.Table of ContentsPreface to the Fourth Edition. Chapter 1 The Purpose and Use of MW and MWD . 1.1 The background. 1.2 The use of MW and MWD. 1.3 Arrangement and contents of MW and MWD. 1.4 Contractual formalities. 1.5 Problems with the contract documents. 1.6 Notices, time and the law. Chapter 2 Contract Comparisons . 2.1 Introduction. 2.2 JCT contracts compared. Chapter 3 Contract Documents and Insurance . 3.1 Contract documents. 3.1.1 Types and uses. 3.1.2 Importance and priority. 3.1.3 Custody and copies. 3.1.4 Limits to use. 3.2 Insurance. 3.2.1 Injury to or death of persons. 3.2.2 Damage to property. 3.2.3 Insurance of the Works against fire etc. 3.2.4 A new building where the contractor is. required to insure. 3.2.5 Alterations or extensions to existing structures. 3.3 Summary. Chapter 4 Architect . 4.1 Authority and duties. 4.2 Express provisions of the contract. 4.3 Architect’s instructions. 4.4 Summary. Chapter 5 Contractor . 5.1 Contractor’s obligations: express and implied. 5.1.1 Legal principles. 5.1.2 Execution of the works. 5.1.3 Workmanship and materials. 5.1.4 Statutory obligations. 5.1.5 Contractor’s representative. 5.2 Other obligations. 5.2.1 Access to the works and premises. 5.2.2 Compliance with architect’s instructions. 5.2.3 Suspension of obligations. 5.2.4 Other rights and obligations. 5.3 Summary. Chapter 6 Employer . 6.1 Powers and duties: express and implied. 6.2 Rights under MW and MWD. 6.2.1 General. 6.2.2 Damages for non-completion. 6.2.3 Other rights. 6.3 Duties under MW and MWD. 6.3.1 General. 6.3.2 Payment. 6.3.3 Retention. 6.3.4 Other duties. 6.4 Summary. Chapter 7 Quantity Surveyor and Clerk of Works . 7.1 Quantity surveyor. 7.1.1 Appointment. 7.1.2 Duties. 7.1.3 Responsibilities. 7.2 Clerk of works. 7.2.1 Appointment. 7.2.2 Duties. 7.2.3 Responsibilities. 7.3 Summary. Chapter 8 Subcontractors and Suppliers . 8.1 General. 8.2 Subcontractors. 8.2.1 Assignment. 8.2.2 Subcontracting. 8.2.3 Nominated subcontractors. 8.3 Statutory authorities. 8.4 Works not forming part of the contract. 8.5 Summary. Chapter 9 Possession, Completion and Defects Liability . 9.1 Possession. 9.1.1 Introduction. 9.1.2 Date for possession. 9.2 Practical completion. 9.2.1 Definition. 9.2.2 Consequences of practical completion. 9.3 Rectification period. 9.3.1 Definition. 9.3.2 Defects, shrinkages and other faults. 9.3.3 Frost. 9.3.4 Procedure. 9.4 Summary. Chapter 10 Claims . 10.1 General. 10.2 Extension of time. 10.2.1 Legal principles. 10.2.2 Liquidated damages. 10.2.3 Extending the contract period. 10.3 Money claims. 10.3.1 General. 10.3.2 Types of claims. 10.4 Summary. Chapter 11 Payment . 11.1 Contract sum. 11.2 Payment before practical completion. 11.3 Penultimate certificate. 11.4 Final certificate. 11.5 Effect of certificate. 11.6 Interest and withholding payment. 11.7 Retention. 11.8 Variations. 11.9 Order of work. 11.10 Provisional sums. 11.11 Fluctuations. 11.12 Summary. Chapter 12 Termination . 12.1 General. 12.2 Termination by the employer. 12.2.1 Grounds and procedure. 12.2.2 Consequences of employer termination. 12.3 Termination by the contractor. 12.3.1 General. 12.3.2 Grounds and procedure. 12.3.3 Consequences of contractor termination. 12.4 Termination by either employer or contractor. 12.5 Summary. Chapter 13 Contractor’s Designed Portion (CDP) . 13.1 General. 13.2 Documents. 13.3 The contractor’s obligations. 13.4 Liability. 13.5 Integration of the CDP. 13.6 Contractor’s information. 13.7 Variations. 13.8 Other matters. 13.9 Summary. Chapter 14 Dispute Resolution Procedures . 14.1 General. 14.2 Adjudication. 14.2.1 The contract provisions. 14.2.2 The Scheme: starting the adjudication process. 14.2.3 The Scheme: appointment of the adjudicator. 14.2.4 The Scheme: the adjudication process. 14.2.5 The Scheme: important powers and duties of. the adjudicator. 14.2.6 The Scheme: the decision. 14.2.7 The Scheme: award of costs. 14.3 Arbitration. 14.3.1 General. 14.3.2 The appointment of an arbitrator. 14.3.3 Powers of the arbitrator. 14.3.4 CIMAR procedure. 14.4 Legal proceedings. 14.5 Summary. Table of Cases . Clause Number Index to Text . Subject Index
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Advanced Research Methods in the Built
Book Synopsisexamples from the built environment demonstrate the application of each topic area highlights potential problems and suggests practical methods to resolve them avoids duplication of introductory material provides a thorough, concise and current literature review of each issue.Trade Review"[The book] will be of unquestionable interest, use and value to researchers undertaking al types and levels of research across the built environment spectrum … It will prove to be a valuable edition to the body of knowledge supporting research practice within the built environment ... Highly recommended." (Building Engineer, February 2009)Table of ContentsForeword xi Introduction xiii Contributors xix 1 Methodological Pluralism in Construction Management Research 1Andrew Dainty Introduction 1 Research strategy and design 3 The dominant research paradigm within construction management 4 Discussion: The implications of methodological uniformity 6 The case for methodological pluralism in construction management research 8 Challenges in undertaking multi-paradigm research 9 Conclusions 10 Acknowledgements 11 Note 11 References 12 2 Architectural Research 14Alan Penn Introduction 14 A sketch of architectural design 15 The structure of architectural research 17 Space syntax and the social logic of space 18 Conclusion 25 Note 27 References 27 3 Legal Research 28Paul Chynoweth Introduction 28 The epistemology of legal scholarship 28 In search of a methodology 31 The cultural dimension 35 Conclusion 37 References 37 4 Feminist Research 39Pat Morton and Sara Wilkinson Introduction 39 What is feminist research? 39 Locating feminism in the social sciences 40 Locating the feminist researcher 42 Ethical considerations 43 Standpoint epistemologies 44 Participatory action research 45 Oral histories and diaries and women’s voices 45 Can anyone be a feminist researcher? 46 Conclusions 48 References 48 5 Approaches to Economic Modelling and Analysis 51Les Ruddock Introduction 51 General economic models 51 Relationships between economic variables – econometrics 52 Approaches and applications in the construction sector 56 Conclusions 61 References 62 6 Epistemology 64Andrew Knight and Neil Turnbull Introduction 64 Concepts 65 Classical epistemology 66 Modern epistemology 68 Postmodernism and the critique of epistemology 71 Conclusion 72 References 74 7 Scientific Theories 75Göran Runeson and Martin Skitmore Introduction 75 The philosophy behind theories 75 Scientific theories 76 Working as a scientist 77 The plot gets complex 78 Testing social science theories 79 A solution (or two) 83 Building new theories 83 Conclusions 84 References 84 8 Grounded Theory 86Kirsty Hunter and John Kelly Introduction 86 What is grounded theory? 86 Substantive to formal theory 87 Data collection and analysis 89 The theory building procedure 90 Data sorting 91 Coding and comparison groups 91 Theory development in case studies 93 Grounded theory challenges 93 Scope and limitations of theory 94 A good theory 95 The derived theory 96 Summary 96 References 97 9 Case Study Research 99David Proverbs and Rod Gameson Introduction 99 Case study research: An overview 99 Designing case studies 100 Identifying and selecting the case(s) 101 Collecting the information 101 Analysing the information 103 Writing up 104 Example 104 Conclusions 108 Acknowledgement 109 Notes 110 References 110 10 Interviews: A Negotiated Partnership 111Richard Haigh Introduction 111 The interview method 112 Interviews in the built environment disciplines 115 Planning, conducting and analysing interviews 116 Conclusion 120 References 120 Further reading 120 11 Questionnaire Design and Factor Analysis 122Mike Hoxley Introduction 122 Construction 123 Attitude scales 124 Piloting 125 Sampling 125 Administration 126 Coding 127 Software packages 127 Coding missing values 127 Data entry 128 Factor analysis 128 Summary 133 References 134 12 Using Software to Analyse Qualitative Data 135Andrew King Introduction 135 Why use software? 136 Comparison of software 136 Methodology and software 137 Analytic distance 139 Learning to use CAQDAS 139 The quality of qualitative research 140 Conclusion 141 References 141 13 Getting Started in Quantitative Analysis 144Chris Leishman Introduction 144 The essence of sampling theory 145 Other common forms of hypothesis test 147 Inference and causality – basic regression models 148 Multiple regression models 150 Concluding remarks 153 References 154 14 Artificial Neural Network Modelling Techniques for Applied Civil and Construction Engineering Research 155Abdelhalim Boussabaine and Richard Kirkham Introduction 155 First concepts 155 System dynamics 157 Network structure and nomenclature 158 System architecture design 160 Recent advances in construction and civil engineering research 166 Neuro-fuzzy modelling 167 Conclusion: Why neuro-fuzzy models? 167 References 169 15 Social Network Analysis 171Stephen Pryke Introduction 171 Why choose social network analysis? 172 Concepts and terminology 173 Finally on SNA theory and techniques 178 Software for the analysis of networks 178 Conclusion 180 References 181 16 Managing the Thesis 183Alan Griffith and Paul Watson Introduction 183 Defining the thesis 183 Having a clear research focus 184 Developing and managing the draft thesis 185 Producing the final version of the thesis 188 Knowing the thesis and preparing for the viva voce 189 Conclusions 192 References 192 Further reading 192 17 Getting Your Research Published in Refereed Journals 193Will Hughes Introduction 193 Writing good journal papers 193 Elements of a journal submission 198 Editorial processes 202 Publication and dissemination 205 Conclusion 205 Note 206 References 206 18 Researcher Attitudes and Motivation 207David Boyd Introduction 207 Inner self 207 Personal environment 211 The research project 212 Research environment 213 Conclusion: Keeping going and succeeding 214 References 215 19 Built Environment Futures Research: The Need for Foresight and Scenario Learning 216John Ratcliffe Introduction 216 Concept and context 216 Conclusion 226 References 227 Index 229
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd The Party Wall Casebook
Book SynopsisThe Party Wall Casebook, now available in paperback, is an essential reference tool for surveyors, architects, engineers and lawyers. It provides a comprehensive analysis of over 80 leading cases which define the courts' approach to the Party Wall etc Act 1996 and the related common law rules.Table of ContentsWhat is a party wall?; What is 'Work in pursuance of the Act'?; Identifying the owners; The validity of notices; The nature of the surveyor's role; Proper constitution of the surveyors' tribunal; Surveyors' jurisdiction; Surveyors' powers; Damage to adjoining property at common law; Surveyors' power to award compensation and making good; Challenges to surveyors' decisions; Appendices - Statutes
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Precontract Studies
Book SynopsisPre-contract Studies: Development Economics, Tendering and Estimating provides a comprehensive introduction to the property development process, with an emphasis on the financial analysis of projects in the context of development values and construction costs. The book covers capital investment, funding sources, the economics of development, evaluation of financial data, whole life costing and tendering, estimating and cash flow considerations. The process of getting a project from inception to completion is examined in detail, while the different methods of development appraisal, and the way developers'' budgets are calculated, are explored with worked examples. The third edition has been extensively revised to reinforce aspects of valuations and more information has been added on the major property companies and who owns the land in Britain, as well as on conservation, PFI and value management. A large number of charts and graphs are new. The book is used on Table of ContentsThe development process; Property investment economics; Capital investment; Financial data evaluation; Development appraisal; Urban land economics; Economics of property investment; Sources of finance: Project construction costs; Budgeting, costing and cash flows; Procurement; Tendering and estimating; Development and trends; References and bibliography
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Standard Letters for Building Contractors
Book SynopsisWhenever a contractor undertakes work using one of the standard building contracts, however small the job, writing a good many letters will be involved. Some will be formal notices it is necessary to give; others will be letters it is prudent to send. This book provides a set of over 300 standard letters for use with the standard forms of building contract and sub-contract and aims to cover all the common situations which contractors will encounter when involved in a contract. It has been substantially revised to take account of the 2005 suite of JCT contracts, together with changes in case law and the 2007 CDM Regulations. The letters are for use with the following contracts: JCT Standard Building Contract (SBC), JCT Intermediate Building Contract (IC) and ''with contractor''s design'' (ICD), JCT Minor Works Building Contract (MW) and ''with contractor''s design'' (MWD), JCT Design and Build Contract (DB), JCT Standard Table of ContentsPreface to the Fourth Edition xvii Introduction xix 1 Tendering 1Letters 1 To architect, requesting inclusion in list of tenderers 2 2 To architect, if no response to request for inclusion on list of tenderers 3 3 To architect, agreeing to tender 4 4 To architect, if contractor unwilling to tender 5 5 To architect, if contractor asked to provide information prior to inclusion on tender list 6 6 To architect, if the contractor is informed that the tender date is delayed and is still willing to submit tender 7 7 To architect, if the contractor is informed that the tender date is delayed and is unwilling to tender 8 8 To architect, acknowledging receipt of tender documents 9 9 To architect, regarding questions during the tender period 10 10 To architect, requesting extension of tender period 11 11 To architect, withdrawing qualification to tender 12 12 To architect, if confirming offer where the overall price is dominant 13 13 To architect, if withdrawing offer where the overall price is dominant 14 14 To architect, if amending offer where the pricing document is dominant 15 15 To architect, if tender accepted (a) 16 16 To architect, if tender accepted (b) 17 17 To architect, if tender accepted (c) 18 18 To architect, if purporting to accept tender 19 19 To architect, if another tender accepted 20 2 Contract Documents 21Letters 20 To architect, returning contract documents 23 21 To architect, if mistakes in contract documents and previous 22 To architect, if mistakes in contract documents and no previous acceptance of tender 25 23 To architect, if contractor asked to commence before contract documents signed, but tender accepted 26 24 To architect, if contractor asked to commence before contract documents signed and tender not accepted 27 25 To architect, if contract not signed and certification due 28 3 Insurance and Other Project Planning Matters 29Letters 26 To architect, seeking approval to the names of insurers for employer’s liability 30 27 To architect, regarding contractor’s insurance (a) 31 28 To architect, regarding contractor’s insurance (b) 32 29 To employer, regarding contractor’s insurance (c) 33 30 To employer, within 21 days of acceptance of tender or renewal of insurance 34 31 To architect, after approval of insurers for employer’s liability 35 32 To architect, regarding professional indemnity insurance 36 33 To architect, if professional indemnity insurance is no longer available at commercially reasonable rates 37 34 To architect, if Joint Fire Code remedial measures are a variation 38 35 To architect, if Joint Fire Code remedial measures are a variation, but require emergency action 39 36 To employer, regarding employer’s insurance (a) 40 37 To employer, regarding employer’s insurance (b) 41 38 To employer, regarding employer’s insurance (c) 42 39 To employer, who fails to maintain insurance cover (a) 43 40 To employer, who fails to maintain insurance cover (b) 44 41 To architect and employer, if any damage occurs due to an insured risk (a) 45 42 To architect and employer, if any damage occurs due to an insured risk (b) 46 43 To architect, on receipt of letter of intent 47 44 To architect, if contractor asked to sign a warranty 48 45 To architect, on receipt of defective third party rights notice 49 46 To architect, on receipt of request for warranty 50 47 To architect, if contractor asked to supply a performance bond 51 48 To employer, if asked to execute a novation agreement 52 49 To architect, enclosing the construction phase plan 54 50 To architect, regarding person-in-charge or agent (a) 56 51 To architect, regarding the appointment of a site manager (b) 57 52 To architect, regarding consent to removal or replacement of site manager 58 53 To architect, if required to furnish names and addresses of operatives 59 54 To architect, if passes are required 60 55 To employer, regarding the employer’s representative 61 56 To employer, regarding the project manager 62 4 Operations on Site 63Letters 57 To employer, if possession not given on the due or the deferred date (a) 64 58 To employer, if possession not given on the due date (b) 66 59 To architect, if date for possession advanced 67 60 To employer, giving consent to the engagement of other persons 68 61 To employer, withholding consent to the engagement of other persons 69 62 To architect, regarding items in minutes of site meeting 70 63 To architect, enclosing master programme (a) 71 64 To architect, enclosing master programme (b) 72 65 To architect, enclosing revision to the master programme 73 66 To architect, requesting information 74 67 To architect, if insufficient information on setting out drawings 75 68 To architect, requesting information that setting out is correct 76 69 To architect, if information received late 77 70 To architect, if information not received in accordance with the information release schedule 78 71 To architect, if design fault in architect’s or consultant’s drawings 79 72 To architect, if a design fault in architect’s or consultant’s drawings which the architect refuses to correct 80 73 To architect, if contractor providing contractor’s design documents 81 74 To architect, who fails to return the contractor’s drawings in due time 82 75 To architect, if architect returns contractor’s design document marked ‘C’ 83 76 To architect, if architect confirms a comment on documents marked ‘C’ 84 77 To architect, if contractor providing contractor’s design documents 85 78 To architect, if contractor providing levels and setting out information 86 79 To architect, who returns contractor’s drawings with comments 87 80 To architect, if discrepancy found between documents 88 81 To architect, if discrepancy within the Employer’s Requirements 89 82 To architect, if discrepancy within the Contractor’s Proposals 90 83 To architect, if discrepancy found between Employer’s Requirements and Contractor’s Proposals 91 84 To architect, if alleging that contractor should have checked the design 92 85 To employer, pointing out design error in Employer’s Requirements 93 86 To architect, requesting directions to integrate the design 94 87 To architect, noting divergence between statutory requirements and other documents (a) 95 88 To architect, noting divergence between statutory requirements and other documents (b) 96 89 To architect, if emergency compliance with statutory requirements required 97 90 To architect, if a change in statutory requirements after base date 98 91 To architect, if development control decision after base date 99 92 To employer (not being a local authority), objecting to the nomination of a replacement architect 100 93 To employer (not being a local authority), objecting to the nomination of the employer as replacement architect 101 94 To employer, if replacement architect not appointed 102 95 To employer, objecting to the nomination of a replacement quantity surveyor 103 96 To architect, regarding directions issued on site by the clerk of works 104 97 To architect, regarding instructions issued on site by the clerk of works 105 98 To architect, if clerk of works defaces work or materials 106 99 To architect, if numerous ‘specialist’ clerks of works visiting site 107 100 To architect, if clerk of works instructs operatives direct 108 101 To quantity surveyor, submitting a Schedule 2 quotation 109 102 To architect, regarding verification of vouchers for daywork 110 103 To employer, if disagreement over whether work is a variation or included in the contract 111 104 To architect, requiring the specification of the clause empowering an instruction (a) 112 105 To architect, requiring the specification of the clause empowering an instruction (b) 113 106 To architect, confirming an oral instruction 114 107 To architect, requesting confirmation of an oral instruction 115 108 To architect, if oral instruction not confirmed in writing 116 109 To architect, objecting to exclusion of person from the Works (a) 117 110 To employer, objecting to exclusion of person from the Works (b) 118 111 To architect, objecting to instruction varying obligations or restrictions 119 112 To architect, withholding consent to instruction altering the design of the Works 120 113 To architect, if attempting to vary the Contractor’s Proposals 121 114 To architect, on receipt of 7 day notice requiring compliance with instruction (a) 122 115 To architect, on receipt of notice requiring compliance with instruction (b) 124 116 To architect, if instruction will affect the contractor’s designed portion 126 117 To architect withholding consent, if instruction will affect the contractor’s design 127 118 To architect, removal of unfixed materials 128 119 To architect, if materials are not procurable 129 120 To architect, if wishing to substitute materials or goods 130 121 To architect, after failure of work or materials or goods 131 122 To architect, if contractor objects to complying with a clause 3.15.1 instruction 132 123 To architect, after work opened up for inspection 133 124 To architect, if excavations ready for inspection 134 125 To architect, if issuing an instruction after ordering removal of defective work 135 126 To architect, if issuing instruction for opening up after ordering removal of defective work 136 127 To architect, if issuing instruction for removal of defective work 137 128 To architect, if wrongly issuing instruction following failure to carry out the work in a proper and workmanlike manner 138 129 To architect, if work to be covered up 139 130 To architect, if antiquities found 140 5 Payment 142Letters 131 To architect, enclosing interim application for payment (a) 143 132 To architect, enclosing interim application for payment (b) 144 133 To quantity surveyor, submitting valuation application 145 134 To architect, if quantity surveyor fails to respond to the valuation application 146 135 To architect, if interim certificate not issued 147 136 To architect, if certificate insufficient 148 137 To employer, if payment not made in full and no withholding notice issued 149 138 To architect, regarding copyright if payment withheld 150 139 To employer, if the advance payment is not paid on the due date 151 140 To architect, if valuation not carried out in accordance with the priced activity schedule 152 141 To architect, if contractor not asked to be present at measurement 153 142 To architect, requesting payment for off-site materials 154 143 To employer, giving 7 days notice of suspension 155 144 To employer, if payment in full has not been made within 7 days despite notice of suspension 156 145 To employer, requesting interest on late payment 157 146 To employer, requesting retention money to be placed in a separate bank account 158 147 To employer, if failure to place retention in separate bank account 159 148 To architect, enclosing all information for preparation of final certificate 160 149 To architect, enclosing final account 161 150 To employer, disputing the final account 162 151 To architect, if final certificate not issued on the due date (a) 163 152 To architect, if final certificate not issued on the due date (b) 164 153 To architect, if final certificate not issued on the due date (c) 165 6 Extensions of Time 166Letters 154 To architect, if delay occurs, but no grounds for extension of time 167 155 To architect, when cause of delay ended if no grounds for extension of time 168 156 To architect, if delay occurs giving grounds for extension of time (a) 169 157 To architect, if delay occurs giving grounds for extension of time (b) 170 158 To architect, providing further particulars for extension of time (a) 171 159 To architect, providing further particulars for extension of time (b) 172 160 To architect, if requesting further information in order to grant extension of time 173 161 To architect, if unreasonably requesting further information in order to grant an extension of time 174 162 To architect, if extension of time is insufficient 175 163 To architect, who is not willing to reconsider an insufficient extension of time 176 164 To architect, if extension of time not properly attributed 177 165 To architect, if extension of time not granted within time stipulated 178 166 To architect, if slow in granting extension of time 179 167 To architect, if review of extensions not carried out (a) 180 168 To architect, if review of extensions not carried out (b) 181 169 To architect, if no final decision on extensions of time (c) 182 170 To architect, who alleges that contractor is not using best endeavours 183 171 To architect, if non-completion certificate or notice wrongly issued 184 172 To employer, if liquidated damages wrongfully deducted 185 173 To employer, if damages repaid without interest 186 7 Loss and/or Expense 187Letters 174 To architect, applying for payment of loss and/or expense (a) 188 175 To architect, applying for payment of loss and/or expense under the supplemental provisions (b) 189 176 To architect, applying for payment of loss and/or expense (c) 190 177 To architect, applying for payment of expense (d) 191 178 To architect, giving further details of loss and/or expense (a) 192 179 To architect or quantity surveyor, enclosing details of loss and/or expense (b) 193 180 To quantity surveyor, providing information for calculation of expense (c) 194 181 To architect, if ascertainment delayed (a) 195 182 To architect, if ascertainment delayed (b) 196 183 To architect, if ascertainment too small 197 184 To employer, regarding a common law claim 198 185 To employer, regarding a common law claim 199 8 Termination, Arbitration, Adjudication and Completion 200Letters 186 To employer or architect, if default notice served 201 187 To employer or architect, if default notice served justly 203 188 To employer, if premature termination notice issued 204 189 To employer who terminates after notification of cessation of terrorism cover 205 190 To employer, giving notice of default before termination 206 191 To employer, terminating employment after default notice 207 192 To employer, terminating employment on the employer’s insolvency 208 193 To employer, where either party may terminate 209 194 To employer, terminating if suspension has not ceased after notice 210 195 To employer, terminating employment after damage by insured risk 211 196 To employer, giving notice of intention to refer a dispute to adjudication 212 197 To nominating body, requesting nomination of an adjudicator 213 198 To adjudicator, enclosing the referral 214 199 To employer, if the adjudicator’s decision is in your favour 215 200 To employer, requesting concurrence in the appointment of an arbitrator 216 201 To appointing body, if there is no concurrence in the appointment of an arbitrator 217 202 To architect, if practical completion of the Works or a section imminent 218 203 To architect, if completion certificate wrongly withheld (a) 219 204 To architect, if completion statement wrongly withheld (b) 220 205 To employer, consenting to early use 221 206 To employer, consenting to partial possession (a) 222 207 To employer, consenting to partial possession (b) 223 208 To employer, issuing written statement of partial possession 224 209 To employer, refusing consent to partial possession 225 210 To architect, after receipt of schedule of defects 226 211 To architect, when making good of defects completed 227 212 To architect, returning drawings, etc. after final payment if requested 228 9 Sub-Contractors 229Letters 213 To employer, requesting consent to assignment 230 214 To employer, if asked to consent to assignment 231 215 To sub-contractor, assessing competence under the CDM Regulations 232 216 To a designer, assessing competence under the CDM Regulations 233 217 To architect, requesting consent to sub-letting 234 218 To employer, requesting consent to addition of persons to clause 3.8 list 235 219 To employer, giving consent to addition of person to clause 3.8 list 236 220 To sub-contractor: letter of intent 237 221 To sub-contractor, regarding part of the construction phase plan 238 222 To sub-contractor, enclosing part of the construction phase plan 239 223 To domestic sub-contractor, requiring a warranty if not noted in the invitation to tender 240 224 To domestic sub-contractor, requiring a warranty if not noted in the contract documents 241 225 To architect, if domestic sub-contractor refuses to provide a warranty which was not originally requested 242 226 To architect, objecting to a named person (a) 243 227 To architect, objecting to a nominated sub-contractor (b) 244 228 To architect, if contractor unable to enter into a sub-contract with named person (a) 245 229 To architect, if unable to enter into sub-contract with named person in accordance with particulars (b) 246 230 To architect, if some listed sub-contractors will not tender 247 231 To architect, if contractor enters into a sub-contract with named person 248 232 To architect, if contractor enters into contract with named person 249 233 To sub-contractor, regarding insurance 250 234 To sub-contractor that fails to maintain insurance cover 251 235 To sub-contractor, enclosing drawings 252 236 To sub-contractor, if asked to consent to assignment 253 237 To sub-contractor that sub-lets without consent 254 238 To sub-contractor, giving consent to sub-letting 255 239 To sub-contractor, if no person-in-charge 256 240 To sub-contractor, requiring compliance with direction 257 241 To sub-contractor that fails to comply with direction 258 242 To sub-contractor, if contractor dissents from alleged oral direction 259 243 To sub-contractor that wrongly confirms an oral direction 260 244 To sub-contractor that confirms an oral direction which was given 261 245 To sub-contractor, if non-compliant work allowed to remain 262 246 To sub-contractor, if defective work opened up 263 247 To sub-contractor, inspection after failure of work 264 248 To sub-contractor, after failure of work 265 249 To sub-contractor, accepting Schedule 2 quotation 266 250 To sub-contractor, rejecting Schedule 2 quotation 267 251 To sub-contractor, if necessary to measure work 268 252 To sub-contractor, fixing a new period for completion 269 253 To sub-contractor, fixing a new period for completion after practical completion of the sub-contract works 270 254 To sub-contractor, if no extension of time due 271 255 To sub-contractor, if claim for extension of time is not valid 272 256 To sub-contractor, if sub-contract works not complete by due date (a) 273 257 To sub-contractor, if sub-contract works not complete within the period for completion (b) 274 258 To sub-contractor, requesting further information in support of a financial claim 275 259 To sub-contractor, applying for payment of loss and/or expense (a) 276 260 To sub-contractor, applying for payment of loss and/or expense (b) 277 261 To sub-contractor, giving notice of an interim payment 278 262 To sub-contractor, enclosing payment 279 263 To sub-contractor, giving withholding notice 280 264 To adjudicator, enclosing written statement 281 265 To sub-contractor if adjudicator appointed, but there is no dispute 282 266 To adjudicator, if there is no dispute 283 267 To sub-contractor, if sub-contractor has wrongly sent 7 day notice of intention to suspend performance of obligations 284 268 To sub-contractor, if sub-contractor has correctly sent 7 day notice of intention to suspend performance of obligations 286 269 To sub-contractor, requesting documents for calculation of the final sub-contract sum 287 270 To sub-contractor that has failed to submit documents for the calculation of the final sub-contract sum (a) 288 271 To sub-contractor that has failed to submit documents for the calculation of the final sub-contract sum (b) 289 272 To sub-contractor, enclosing final payment 290 273 To employer, giving notice of the named sub-contractor’s default 291 274 To sub-contractor, giving notice of default before termination 292 275 To sub-contractor, giving notice before determination 293 276 To architect, if termination of named person’s employment possible 294 277 To sub-contractor, terminating employment after default notice (a) 295 278 To sub-contractor, determining the sub-contract after notice (b) 296 279 To sub-contractor, determining the sub-contract without prior notice 297 280 To sub-contractor, terminating employment after termination of the main contract 298 281 To sub-contractor, termination on insolvency 299 282 To sub-contractor, if cessation of terrorism cover notified 300 283 To sub-contractor, notifying the employer’s election after cessation of terrorism cover notified 301 284 To sub-contractor that serves a default notice (a) 302 285 To sub-contractor that serves a default notice before determination (b) 303 286 To sub-contractor that serves notice of termination (a) 304 287 To sub-contractor that serves notice of determination (b) 306 288 To architect, if employment of named person terminated 308 289 To architect, if employment of named person terminated under ICSub/NAM/C clause 7.4, 7.5 or 7.6 309 290 To architect, if contractor instructed to carry out named person’s work after termination of named person’s employment 311 291 To architect, if contractor decides to sub-let after termination of named person’s employment 312 292 To employer, if money recovered after termination of named person’s employment 313 293 To sub-contractor, requesting details for the health and safety file 314 294 To sub-contractor, if contractor dissents from date of practical completion 315 295 To sub-contractor, notifying practical completion after earlier dissent 316 296 To sub-contractor, enclosing schedule of defects 317 297 To sub-contractor, directing that some defects are not to be made good 318 298 To sub-contractor, if deduction made under main contract for inaccurate setting out 319 299 To architect, if action threatened because of named person’s design failure 320 300 To sub-contract architect, engineer or other consultant, regarding professional indemnity insurance 321 301 To sub-contract architect, engineer or other consultant, if late in providing information 322 302 To sub-contract architect, engineer or other consultant, if action threatened because of design failure 323 303 To sub-contract architect, engineer or other consultant, at the end of a successful project 324 Index 325
£72.86
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Building Maintenance
Book SynopsisMaintaining a building is expensive: it costs many times more to run a building than to build it, yet maintenance is often accorded a low priority. Building Maintenance covers the technical aspects of maintenance for undergraduate students on built environment courses, particularly building surveying and facilities management.Trade Review"Brian Wood continues to push forward this long important but 'emerging' discipline and must take his share of the credit for the awareness now developing about the maintenance manager's role ... .I highly commend the work and intend to include it on the reading list for the Facilities Management degree students I feel privileged to assist in this vital career." (Building Engineer, February 2010)Table of ContentsForeword by Professor Jim Smith. Preface. Acknowledgements. 1 Introduction. Arrangement of this book. Problems. Checklists. Maintenance: what is it; what is it for? Definitions. Shortcomings of definitions. Purposes of building maintenance. Context of building maintenance. Political. Economic. Social. Technological. Environmental. Summary. References. 2 Design temptations. Design standards. Design team. Design quality. Summary. References. 3 Maintenance planning. Strategy. What, where, when, how, (and how often), who and why. Why a maintenance plan? What? Where? When? How? Who? Communication. Case study: estate strategy in a UK university. Background. Issues. Proposal. Progress. Assessment. Summary. References. 4 The client. The key decision maker. Reminder: the client pays the bills. Wants and needs. How to determine and differentiate wants and needs. Practical application: example scenario. Seeking advice. When to seek advice? How often to seek advice. How soon to seek advice. From whom to seek advice. Giving advice. Taking advice. Summary. References. Useful websites. 5 Expectations. Functionality. Standards. Overproduction. Transportation. Waiting. Inventory. Motion. Overprocessing. Defects and rework. Other ‘wastes’. Customer service. Needs of the future: looking ahead. A worked example – developing a checklist related to expectations. Case study: maintenance delivery in a UK university. Organisational context. Priorities. Monitoring and reporting. Reflection. Summary. References. Websites. 6 Day-to-day prioritisation. Basics. Getting by. Putting off. Maintenance and building inheritance. Heritage. The helpdesk. Today’s needs. Tomorrow. Possible future scenarios. Major works. Minor works. The Intermediate form. Capital projects. Revenue works. Capitalised repairs. Planned maintenance. Response maintenance. Checklist application. Budgets, costs and contracts. Contracts. Procurement. Decision making and recording. Summary. References. 7 Deterioration. Weather and climate. Processes. Rain and snow. Damp. Wind. Sun/ultraviolet light. Temperature changes. Durability. Decay. Wear and tear. Projecting from past performance. Data vs. information. Limitations. Functional obsolescence. Case study: a local authority. Background. Issues. Action. Findings. Reflection. Summary. References. 8 Building defects and avoidance. Avoidance of defects. Defects at the inception/pre-design stage. Defects at the design stage. Defects occurring during the construction stage. Defects while the building is in occupation. How to avoid defects. ‘Zero defects’. Repair/replace decisions. Specifications. Summary. References. Useful websites. 9 Organisingmaintenance works. Organisation. Direct labour. Specialist contractors. General contractors. Selecting contractors. Procurement. Prices and pricing. Schedules of rates. Tenders and tendering. Contracts. Service level agreements. Case study: innovative building maintenance in a supermarket chain Background. Context. Issues. Findings. Wider application. Statutory requirements. Development control: town and country planning. Building control: Building Regulations. Health and safety: Construction Design and Management Regulations. Work in progress. Supervision. Inspection. Payments. Feedback. Summary. References. 10 Defect recognition and rectification: General. Inspection. Why? How? When? Where? Who should inspect? What is to be done? Recognition. Recording. Reporting. Recognising, recording and reporting condition. Extent. Priority. Rectification. Defect rectification specifications. Execution. Follow-up. Checklist: defect recognition and rectification. Summary. References. 11 Defect recognition and rectification: Foundations, basements and external works. Outline: general arrangement. Symptoms. Possible causes. Rectification. Avoidance. Foundations. Cracks. Ground conditions. Underpinning. Avoidance of problems in future. Basements and cellars. Water table. Underground streams. Cracked pipes and drains. Tree roots. Ventilation. Sloping sites. External works. Freestanding walls. Retaining walls. Fences. Paths. Steps and ramps. Parking. Soft landscaping. Common areas generally. Summary. References. Useful websites. 12 Defect recognition and rectification: External walls, doors and windows. External walls and frames. Symptoms and possible causes. Rectification work. Concrete. Claddings. Windows and external doors. Swelling and sticking. Shrinkage and gaps. Distortion. Weathering and detailing. Metal windows. Bay windows. Doors. Glass and glazing. Double and triple glazing; replacement doors and windows; PVCu. Cills, heads, reveals and canopies. Decorations. Summary. References. 13 Defect recognition and rectification: Chimneys, roofs and roofspaces, rainwater disposal. Chimneys. Pitched roofs. Slates. Clay tiles. Concrete tiles. Asbestos–cement slates and sheets. Fibre–cement. Sheet metal roofs. Other roofing materials. Roof forms and related details. Valleys. Eaves. Dormer windows and other penetrations. Steps – flashings. Gables. Attics and roofspaces. Pitched roof structures. Flat roofs. Lead. Felt. Asphalt. Insulation. Protection. Green roofs. Rainwater disposal. Summary. References. Helpful website. 14 Defect recognition and rectification: Floors, stairs and internal walls. Ground floors. Floor finishes. Intermediate floors. Stairs. Handrails and balustrading. Means of escape; protected routes. Internal walls and finishes. Summary. References. 15 Defect recognition and rectification: Building services. Plumbing: water, waste and soil. Gas. Gas usage. Electrical and communication systems. Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning. Fire, security and other specialist services. Security. Summary. References. 16 Upgrading and improvement. Changing standards. Incremental change. Exponential change. Step change. Local or international standards. What do we want? Similar organisations. How to decide? How far to go? Move or improve? Mini case study. Checklist. Summary. References. 17 The rehabilitation process. Preparation. Briefing. Time: the essence. Place. Specifications. Decanting. Work in progress. Preparing to move back. Check. Summary. References. 18 New life in the building. How was it for you? The learning organisation. Techniques and timings. Periodic overview. Annual review. Formal feedback. Post-occupancy evaluation (POE). Pros and cons: why POE? Who should do POE? Monitoring and refreshing. Documentation. Refreshing the building. Refreshing the organisation and staff. Time and tide. Checklist. Summary. References. Index.
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Organizational Behaviour In Construction
Book SynopsisThis book addresses the behavior of individuals and groups within the different organizations that come together on construction projects and within the organizations created to manage projects. It describes how their behavior impacts on the performance of construction organizations and their contribution to the project as a whole.Trade Review"The book would be appropriate for undergraduate and postgraduate students in construction as well as middle and senior management. While the author employs mainstream literature on organizational behavior, he effectively makes it relevant specifically to the construction industry." (Book News, 1 October 2011) Table of ContentsPreface viii 1 Introduction 1 1.1 What is organizational behaviour? 2 1.2 Critiques of organizational behaviour 5 1.3 Working in construction 6 1.4 An illustration 7 1.5 The development of organizational behaviour 9 1.6 Organizational behaviour, common sense and research 13 1.7 The rationale of this book 14 2 Individual Behaviour 16 2.1 The constituents 16 2.2 Ability 16 2.3 Attitudes 17 2.4 Attitude and behaviour 18 2.5 Job satisfaction 20 2.6 Job satisfaction and performance 23 2.7 Job satisfaction and organizational citizenship behaviour 26 2.8 Job satisfaction and client satisfaction 27 2.9 Job satisfaction, turnover and absenteeism 28 2.10 Personality 29 2.11 Personality assessment 35 2.12 Values 38 2.13 Personality, values and the construction professions 39 2.14 Perception 43 2.15 Creativity 49 2.16 The significance of individual behaviour for construction 49 3 Emotions, Feelings and Stress 52 3.1 Rationality 52 3.2 Emotions and moods 53 3.3 Disguising emotions 55 3.4 Emotional stereotyping and emotional cultures 56 3.5 Emotional Intelligence 58 3.6 Stress 60 3.7 Causes of stress 62 3.7.1 Work stressors 62 3.7.2 Non-work stressors 67 3.8 Differences in individual responses to stress 68 3.9 Consequences of stress 70 3.9.1 Burnout 71 3.10 Managing work-related stress 72 4 Morality, Ethics and Trust 75 4.1 Introduction 75 4.2 The nature and scope of ethical behaviour in business organizations 77 4.3 Organizational pressures 80 4.4 Specific issues of ethics in business 84 4.5 Professional ethics in construction 86 4.5.1 Codes of conduct 93 4.6 Trust 95 4.6.1 Types of trust 97 4.6.2 Antecedents of trust 100 4.6.3 The rational-choice approach 101 4.6.4 Trust in construction 102 4.6.5 Trust and transaction cost economics 104 5 Motivation 107 5.1 Introduction 107 5.2 Content theories of motivation 110 5.3 Process theories of motivation 115 5.4 Job design and job enrichment 123 5.5 Empowerment 125 5.6 Rewarding employees 128 5.7 A critique 130 6 Communications 133 6.1 Introduction 133 6.2 The communication process 135 6.3 Communication channels 138 6.3.1 Face-to-face communication 138 6.3.2 Non-verbal communication 139 6.3.3 Impression management 141 6.4 Listening 141 6.5 Questioning 142 6.6 Barriers and issues 143 6.7 Aspects of organizational communication 148 6.8 End piece 151 7 Authority, Power and Politics 153 7.1 Introduction 153 7.2 Authority 154 7.3 Power 156 7.4 Relationship between authority and power 157 7.5 Sources of power 158 7.6 Personality and power 161 7.7 Politics in organizations 162 7.8 Types of political activity 165 7.9 The ethics of political behaviour 166 7.10 Power and leadership 166 7.11 Authority and power in the construction process 167 7.11.1 Power within client organizations 169 7.11.2 Power and project team members 170 7.12 Politics, projects and firms 172 7.13 Empowerment again 173 7.13.1 Empowerment and projects 174 8 Culture 177 8.1 Introduction 177 8.2 Definitions 178 8.3 Critiques of organizational culture 179 8.4 Organizational climate 181 8.5 Organizational culture, types and performance 182 8.5.1 Types of organizational culture 183 8.5.2 Adaptive cultures 184 8.6 Corporate image 185 8.7 Applications to construction organizations 185 8.8 Observable aspects of culture 187 8.9 Creating, sustaining and changing organizational culture 189 8.10 Cultures, subcultures and construction 191 8.11 Culture and ethics 194 8.12 Industry cultures 195 8.13 National cultures 198 9 Groups and Teams 201 9.1 Introduction 201 9.2 Defining groups and teams 202 9.3 Critique 203 9.4 Teams in construction organizations 206 9.5 Types of group and team 207 9.6 Structure and roles 214 9.6.1 Structure 214 9.6.2 Roles 215 9.7 Group development 218 9.7.1 Team building 218 9.7.2 Managing groups 219 9.7.3 Size and composition 220 9.7.4 Norms 221 9.7.5 Leadership 221 9.8 Behaviour in teams 222 9.9 Teams in general vs. project teams in construction 228 10 Decision-making 232 10.1 Introduction 232 10.2 The rational model 233 10.3 The types and nature of decisions 235 10.4 Behaviour in decision-making 236 10.5 Group decision-making 242 10.6 Group decision-making techniques 252 11 Leadership, Learning and Change 254 11.1 Introduction 254 11.2 Traits approach 256 11.3 Behavioural approach 257 11.4 Democratic vs. autocratic leadership styles 259 11.5 Contingency approach 259 11.5.1 Fielder’s model 260 11.5.2 Situational leadership 262 11.6 Path-goal theory 265 11.7 Vroom’s decision tree approach 266 11.8 Adopting different leadership styles 267 11.9 Leader-member exchange theory 268 11.10 Inspirational approaches 269 11.10.1 Charismatic leadership 269 11.10.2 Transformational (and transactional) leadership 270 11.11 Authentic leaders 271 11.12 More widely-based leadership 271 11.13 Leadership in perspective 272 11.13.1 Attributing leadership 273 11.13.2 Leadership substitutes and neutralizers 273 11.14 Leaders’ perceptions 274 11.15 Women as leaders 275 11.16 Culture and leadership 276 11.17 Leadership in construction 277 11.17.1 Leadership of construction-related organizations 277 11.17.2 Leadership and the client’s interdisciplinary project team leader 282 11.17.3 Project leadership qualities 287 11.18 Learning organizations and organizational change 289 11.19 The learning organization 289 11.20 Organizational change 294 11.20.1 Change agents 297 11.20.2 Resistance to change 297 11.20.3 Business process re-engineering 298 11.20.4 Processual/contextual perspectives 299 11.20.5 Organizational development 299 References 302 Index 323
£40.80
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Sustainable Refurbishment
Book SynopsisThis guide to green 'retro-fitting' for facility mangers struggling to reduce their building's carbon footprint will help in the planning and management of a sustainable refurbishment program. The first part of the book provides the context, presenting the structure and linkage between the other chapters.Trade Review“This book provides insight into the planning and management of a sustainable refurbishment project , from the point of view of the facility manager . It includes comprehensive improvement strategies and technical support , from examples of the installation of low-carbon technologies to waste minimisation and suggested material use.” (Building Design, 16 November 2012)Table of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgements xi Abbreviations xii Part 1 Introduction to Building Refurbishment 1 Chapter 1 What is Building Refurbishment? 3 1.1 Introduction 4 1.2 Definitions of Refurbishment 5 1.3 Building Refurbishment Market and Size 10 Endnotes 14 Chapter 2 Sustainable Refurbishment 15 2.1 Introduction 16 2.2 Overview of Sustainable Development 17 2.3 Sustainable Development and Building Refurbishment 29 Endnotes 33 Chapter 3 Occupant Evaluation 34 3.1 Introduction 35 3.2 Changes in Work Patterns 37 3.3 Pre- and Post-Occupancy Evaluations (POE) 38 Endnotes 45 Part 2 Managing Refurbishment as a Process 47 Chapter 4 Drivers for Sustainable Refurbishment? 49 4.1 Market Pressures 50 4.2 Return on Investment 55 4.3 Regulatory Incentives 60 4.4 Financial Incentives and Taxes 65 4.5 Climate Change 71 4.6 Corporate Responsibility 76 4.7 Skills 79 Endnotes 81 Chapter 5 Developing a Business Plan and Strategy 84 5.1 Costs and Risks to Refurbish 85 5.2 Barriers to Refurbishment 86 5.3 Delivering Commercially Viable Refurbishment 87 5.4 Factors to Consider to Improve the Performance 88 5.5 Defining the Strategy 89 Endnotes 89 Chapter 6 Managing Delivery 90 6.1 Delivering a Sustainable Refurbishment 91 6.2 Minor Refurbishment Approach 92 6.3 Major and Comprehensive Refurbishment Approach 94 6.4 Green Leases 96 6.5 ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standards 98 6.6 Energy Star 101 6.7 Managing-Delivery Checklist 102 Endnote 102 Chapter 7 Managing Impacts 103 7.1 International Standards 104 7.2 LEED and BREEAM 106 7.3 Project Sustainability Assessment 110 7.4 Performance Improvements from Standards 114 7.5 Behavioural Change 116 Endnotes 117 Part 3 Low-Carbon Technologies and Materials 119 Chapter 8 Energy-Efficiency Measures 121 8.1 Introduction 122 8.2 Refurbishment Options and Approach 125 8.3 Assessing Costs of Energy-Efficiency Measures 130 8.4 Fabric and Passive Energy-Efficiency Measures 134 8.5 Energy-Efficiency Measures – Mechanical 141 8.6 ESCOs and Energy-Performance Contracting 148 8.7 Energy-Efficiency and Low-Carbon Checklist 154 8.8 Health and Indoor-Environment Checklist 155 Endnotes 156 Chapter 9 Behavioural Change 157 9.1 Commissioning Buildings 158 9.2 Energy Conservation as a Behaviour 160 Endnotes 164 Chapter 10 Renewable Energy 165 10.1 Introduction 166 10.2 Photovoltaic (PV) Panels 168 10.3 Solar Thermal Hot-Water Systems 170 10.4 Wind Turbines 173 10.5 Biofuel Heating 175 10.6 Geothermal Energy 179 10.7 Combined Heat and Power (CHP) 180 10.8 Heat Pumps 183 Endnote 185 Chapter 11 Embodied Carbon 186 11.1 Introduction 187 11.2 Embodied Carbon Standards 188 11.3 Varying Embodied Carbon Values in Buildings 192 Case Study 1 – London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority (LFEPA): Energy Case Study 196 Case Study 2 – 89 Culford Road: Extreme Low-Carbon Dwelling Refurbishment 202 Case Study 3 – Empire State Building to Become a Model of Energy 205 Endnotes 214 Part 4 Environmental Areas 215 Chapter 12 Material Use and Resource Efficiency 217 12.1 Introduction 218 12.2 Material-Certification Schemes 219 12.3 Material Procurement 221 12.4 Designing-in Sustainable Materials 222 12.5 Material Resource Efficiency 224 12.6 Site Waste Management 226 12.7 Materials and Resource Efficiency Checklist 230 Endnotes 231 Chapter 13 Water Conservation 233 13.1 Performing a Water Audit 234 13.2 Reducing Water Use 236 13.3 Rainwater Harvesting 238 13.4 Flood Risk and Sustainable Drainage Systems 240 13.5 Water-Conservation Checklist 240 Endnote 241 Chapter 14 Biodiversity 242 14.1 Introduction 243 14.2 Green Roofs and Walls 244 14.3 Provision for Birds 253 14.4 Biodiversity Checklist 254 Endnotes 255 Chapter 15 Transport 256 15.1 Developing a Travel Plan 257 15.2 Delivery Travel Plans 259 15.3 Transport Checklist 260 Glossary 262 Further Reading and Websites 266 Index 271
£64.55
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Brickwork and Blockwork
Book SynopsisOrganised in three parts, Brickwork and Blockwork provides the student with an introduction to the diploma syllabus, complete coverage of the individual training units for the Diploma in Bricklaying and finally coverage of the methods of gathering work-based evidence, its preparation and the skills of mapping and tracking.Trade Review"The well-constructed chapters include highlighted definitions, sample worksheets, photos, diagrams, tips, activities, quizzes, and sources for further information." (Booknews, 1 April 2011) Table of ContentsIntroduction. Acknowledgements. Chapter 1 Health and Safety. Chapter 2 Handling and Storage of Materials. Chapter 3 Working at Height. Chapter 4 Communication and Site Documentation. Chapter 5 Mixing Mortar. Chapter 6 Roof Construction. Chapter 7 Sketching and Drawing. Chapter 8 Blocklaying Skills. Chapter 9 Numeracy Skills. Chapter 10 Bricklaying Skills. Chapter 11 Tools and Equipment. Chapter 12 Pointing and Jointing. Chapter 13 Bonding. Chapter 14 Materials. Chapter 15 Cavity Walls. Chapter 16 Setting Out and Levelling. Index.
£33.20
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Managing Change in Construction Projects
Book SynopsisManaging Change in Construction Projects: a knowledge-based approach offers a new perspective on construction project change by viewing the process of change management as a knowledge-intensive activity, where team members bring their tacit and explicit knowledge into the situation; share, create and capture this collective knowledge for future re-use in similar situations. Through this knowledge-based approach, construction teams can successfully resolve and learn from change events, leading to an overall improved performance of the industry. The book will make a significant contribution to our understanding of construction project change by offering new theoretical and practical insights and models grounded in results of case studies conducted within two collaborative construction project team settings. By demonstrating how the social construction of knowledge works in construction settings, the authors challenge the prevailing change management solutions basTrade Review“Managing Change in Construction Projects is a book that seems not to know its purpose. It is a beautifully written research publication, but one that presents in the style of a PhD or major research project, and seems well described by the abstract for the first author’s thesis, although no such acknowledgement or reference is givens.” (Construction Management and Economics, 1 February 2012) "This volume will appeal to advanced students of management theory and high level planners in the building industry." (Book News, 1 March 2011) Table of ContentsAbout the Authors. Chapter 1 Introduction. 1.1 Background. 1.2 Need for the Investigation. 1.3 Questions to Research. 1.4 Summary and Link. Chapter 2 Key Issues from the Literature. 2.1 Introduction. 2.2 Construction Project Environment. 2.3 Construction Project Change Management. 2.4 Knowledge Management Perspective. 2.5 Role of Knowledge During Reactive Change Process. 2.6 Towards a Knowledge-Based Reactive Change Process. 2.7 Summary and Link. Chapter 3 Research Methodology. 3.1 Introduction. 3.2 Case Study Research Design. 3.3 Data Collection Process. 3.4 Data Analysis Process. 3.5 Summary and Link. Chapter 4 Case Study Results. 4.1 Introduction. 4.2 Case Study: Project A. 4.3 Case Study: Project B. 4.4 Summary and Link. Chapter 5 Cross-Case Analysis. 5.1 Introduction. 5.2 Contextual Factors of Change: P1 Discussion. 5.3 Knowledge Properties During Change: P2 Discussion. 5.4 Knowledge Identification and Utilisation During Change: P3 Discussion. 5.5 Intra-Project Knowledge Creation During Change: P4 Discussion. 5.6 Inter-Project Knowledge Transfer During Change: P5 Discussion. 5.7 Summary and Link. Chapter 6 Conclusions. 6.1 Introduction. 6.2 Summary of Propositions. 6.3 Comment on the Conceptual Model. 6.4 Conclusions about the Overall Research Problem. 6.5 Implications for Theory. 6.6 Implications for Practice. Appendix A Interview Guidelines. Appendix B Example of an Interview Transcript. Appendix C Comparison Between Propositions and Codes. References. Index.
£88.16
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Construction Practice
Book SynopsisConstruction site visits are a popular way for undergraduate students to become acquainted with the practical aspects of construction, but these visits only show students a small proportion of the technology of construction.Trade Review"This publication should prove to be a first choice for any student of construction as it offers the ideal foundation of up to date information, methods and techniques used in various construction projects today." (Mark Wheeldon)Table of ContentsChapter 1 – Establishing the Site. Chapter 2 – Materials Management. Chapter 3 – Demolitions and Excavation. Chapter 4 – Foundations and Piling . Chapter 5 – Earth Support and Basements. Chapter 6 – Handling Concrete. Chapter 7 – Building Frames. Chapter 8 – Steel Structures and Roofs. Chapter 9 – Formwork in Construction. Chapter 10 – Floor Construction. Chapter 11 – Cladding Buildings. Chapter 12 – Timber Framed Construction. Chapter 13 – Domestic Housing Construction.
£37.00
J Ross Publishing Sulfur Concrete for the Construction Industry: A
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£115.20
J Ross Publishing Elastic Beam Calculations Handbook
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£92.70
J Ross Publishing Building Systems Integration for Enhanced
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£69.30
J Ross Publishing Residential Construction Management: Managing
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£46.80
Getty Trust Publications Twentieth–Century Building Materials – History
Book SynopsisThis is a definitive guide to the materials used in architecture during the past century, as well as tips on building repair and restoration. Over the concluding decades of the 20th-century, the historic preservation community increasingly turned its attention to modern buildings, including bungalows from the 1930s, diners from the 1940s, and office buildings and architectural homes from the 1950s. Conservation efforts, however, were often hampered by a lack of technical information about the products used in these structures, and to fill this gap Twentieth-Century Building Materials was developed by the U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service and first published in 1995. Now, this invaluable guide is being reissued - with a new preface by the book's original editor. With more than 200 illustrations, including a full-color photographic essay, the volume remains an indispensable reference on the history and conservation of modern building materials. Thirty-seven essays written by leading experts offer insights into the history, manufacturing processes, and uses of a wide range of materials, including glass block, aluminium, plywood, linoleum, and gypsum board. Readers will also learn about how these materials perform over time and discover valuable conservation and repair techniques. Bibliographies and sources for further research complete the volume.
£45.60
Momentum Press Policies, Programs and People that Shape Innovation in Housing
Book SynopsisBusinesses, consumers, industry groups, and governments understand the importance of innovation and the innovation process for continued economic success and improvements in quality of life. However, innovation remains an opaque topic. A paradox exists in housing at-large; using innovation is vital yet accounting for the value to individual organizations remains a challenge. This paradox is supported by a landscape that includes a sizeable graveyard of failed attempts at innovation on grand and small scales. This book seeks to decrease the opacity of innovation processes in residential construction and housing. Along with the next book in the collection, this book addresses key questions pertinent to the potential for widespread diffusion of green buildings and for improvements in community sustainability. The overarching purpose of this book is to provide context and foundation for later books in the collection and to assist readers in peeling back the complex layers of innovation in housing and residential construction.
£62.10
Momentum Press Inventing the House: Case-Specific Studies on Housing Innovation
Book SynopsisBusinesses, consumers, industry groups, and governments understand the importance of innovation for continued economic success and improvements in quality of life. However, innovation in the housing and residential construction industry remains a topic about which little is known while a small but growing literature is making positive progress. Building on the first book in the Housing Innovation collection, the purpose of this book is to share new research paradigms that focus on innovation and are, in and of themselves, innovative. The first chapters focus on a newly created diffusion of innovation model and its application to the industry while later chapters showcase several innovative techniques that shed new light on housing, residential construction, and policy-making. As the second book in the Housing Innovation collection, this book is designed to assist readers as they continue to peel back the complex layers of innovation in housing and residential construction.
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Taunton Press Inc All New Bathroom Ideas that Work
Book SynopsisBathroom remodeling continues to top the list of the most common remodeling projects. All New Bathroom Ideas that Work contains essential information on all aspects of a bathroom update or complete remodel, from fixtures to lighting and cabinetry to flooring, so homeowners can make smart choices about what they want and can afford. . Completely updated to include over 250 photos . Addresses design trends, accessibility, and high-tech options for the bathroom. AUTHOR: David Schiff is the author of two Stanley Homeowner Guides-Built-ins & Storage and Outdoor Projects. He is the author of several other how-to books and has written articles on home design, building, and general interest for a number of publications. He has worked as editorial director for Creative Homeowner Press and for Reader's Digest Illustrated Reference Books.
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ISTE Ltd and John Wiley & Sons Inc Materials and Infrastructures 1
Book SynopsisThis volume presents the first half of a diverse collection of chapters in the field of materials and infrastructures in transport systems, which illustrate the technological and methodological innovations required to rise to the challenge of building more sustainable transport infrastructures for the future. The authors explore the potential of these sustainable solutions to improve the performance and efficiency of materials and infrastructures, with a reduced environmental impact and lower cost. Theoretical and practical case studies address a variety of topics including circular economy and sustainability, the impacts of climate change, durability, lifecycle, auscultation and the monitoring of infrastructures. This book provides transport researchers and professionals with a better understanding of the current and future trends in these innovative fields, enabling them to put into practice new technologies and methods of design and management, so that new solutions can become current practices to truly improve modern transport systems.Table of ContentsPart 1. Materials for Infrastructures 1. Use of an Ultra-wide Band Radar to Detect Slope Movements Along Transport Infrastructures Jean-Pierre Magnan, Jean-Paul Duranthon, Patrick Joffrin, François Depardon, Dominique Allagnat, François Lemaître, Philippe Evenat and Philippe Le Ster 2. Intelligent Compaction Technology for Geomaterials: A Demonstration Project António Gomes Correia and Manuel Parente 3. Geotechnical Challenges Related to Transport Infrastructures on Sensitive Soft Clay Deposits Vikas Thakur and Bjorn Kristoffer Dolva 4. Performance Control of Bituminous Mixtures with a High RAP Content Frédéric Delfosse, Ivan Drouadaine, Stéphane Faucon Dumont and Sabine Largeaud 5. Integration of Materials Science- based Performance Models into PMS Altred Weninger-Vycudil, Michael Wistuba, Goran Mladenovic, Johan Litzka, Axel Walther and Alexander Alisov 6. Decision Aid Model for Asphalt Mixture Choice Nicolas Bueche and André-Gilles Dumont 7. Experimental Study of Binder–Filler Interaction Using the Modified Multiple Stress–Strain Creep Recovery Test Mahmoud Elnasri, Nick Thom and Gordon Airey 8. Reliability of New Shear Design Equations for FRP-strengthened Concrete Bridge Girders Ayman M. Okeil, Abdeldjelil Belarbi and Daniel A. Kuchma 9. Experimental Investigation and Modeling of the Bond between Aramid Fiber-reinforced Polymer Bars and Concrete Arnaud Rolland, Sylvain Chataigner, Karim Benzarti, Marc Quiertant, Pierre Argoul and Jean-Marc Paul 10. Innovative Use of FRP for Sustainable Precast Concrete Structures Sami Rizkalla Part 2. Auscultation and Monitoring 11. 3D Extraction of the Relief of Road Surface through Image Analysis Majdi Khoudeir and Benjamin Bringier 12. Measurement Error Models (MEMs) Regression Method to Harmonize Friction Values from Different Skid Testing Devices Azzurra Evangelisti, Samer W. Katicha, Edgar De León Izeppi, Gerardo W. Flintsch, Mauro D’apuzzo and Vittorio Nicolosi 13. Accurate and Up-to-Date Evaluation of Extreme Load Effects for Bridge Assessment Xiaoyi Zhou, Franziska Schmidt, François Toutlemonde and Bernard Jacob 14. Transportation Infrastructure Monitoring Using Satellite Remote Sensing Edward Hoppe, Brian Bruckno, Elizabeth Campbell, Scott Acton, Andrea Vaccari, Michael Stuecheli, Adrian Bohane, Giacomo Falorni and Jessica Morgan 15. Monitoring of Scour Critical Bridges using Changes in the Natural Frequency of Vibration of Foundation Piles: A Preliminary Investigation Luke J. Prendergast and Kenneth Gavin 16. Evaluation of Multilayer Pavement Viscoelastic Properties from Falling Weight Deflectometer using Neural Networks José Manuel Gonzalez, Josep Maria Carbonell and Wouter Van Bijsterveld 17. Accuracy of Ground-penetrating Radar in Pavement Thickness Evaluation: Impact of Interpretation Errors Anne Lalagüe, Matthew A. Lebens and Inge Hoff 18. Full-scale Test on Prefabricated Slabs for Electrical Supply by Induction of Urban Transport Systems Mai-Lan Nguyen, Pierre Hornych, Jean-Pierre Kerzrého and Sergio Perez Part 3. Durability and Maintenance Repair 19. The Poroelastic Road Surface (PERS): Is the 10 dB Reducing Pavement within Reach Luc Goubert, Hans Bendtsen, Anneleen Bergiers, Björn Kalman and Darko Kokot 20. Modeling Subjective Condition Data of Asphalt Surfaced Urban Pavements Rayya Hassan, Oliver Lin and Amutha Thananjeyan 21. Modeling of Aging of Low-noise Road Surfaces Gijsjan Van Blokland, Ronald Van Loon and Christiaan Tollenaar 22. Evaluation of Load-carrying Capacity of Asphalt Superstructures from Deflection Measurements J. Stefan Bald and Anh-Duc Nguyen 23. Durable Pothole Repairs Cliff Nicholls, Kathrin Kubanek, Carsten Karcher, Andreas Hartmann, Adewole Adesiyun, Aleksander Ipavec, Jozef Komaka and Erik Nielsen 24. Application of Multicriteria Assessment for the Selection of At-grade Intersections Jan Hradil, Michal Uhlík and Petr Slabý 25. Low-energy and Environmentally-friendly Solutions for Road Maintenance Bernard Eckmann, Frédéric Delfosse, Philippe Poilane and Bruno Taillis 26. 3D Longitudinal and Transverse Cracking and the Influence of Non-Uniform Contact Pressure on the Stress Intensity Factors of these Cracks Dermot B. Casey, James R. Grenfell and Gordon Airey 27. Selecting a Road Network Maintenance Strategy to Achieve the Operator’s Objectives Pierre Hankach and Philippe Lepert
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