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Book SynopsisThe world of construction is intrinsically linked with that of finance, from the procurement and tendering stage of projects right through to valuation of buildings. In addition to this, things like administrations, liquidations, mergers, take-overs, buy-outs and floatations affect construction firms as they do all other companies.This book is a rare explanation of common construction management activities from a financial point of view. While the practical side of the industry is illustrated here with case studies, the authors also take the time to build up an understanding of balance sheets and P&L accounts before explaining how common tasks like estimating or valuation work from this perspective.Readers of this book will not only learn how to carry out the tasks of a construction cost manager, quantity surveyor or estimator, they will also understand the financial logic behind them, and the motivations that drive senior management. This is an essential book for studTable of Contents1. Pre-contract financial management 2. Procurement systems 3. Elements of a contractor’s bid 4. Design and consultancy teams managing finance and risk for employers 5. Valuations and interim payments 6. Post Contract 7. Financial management post practical completion 8. Capital investment appraisal 9. Capital investment appraisal – further considerations 10. Corporate accounts 11. Raising capital and managing liquidity

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Book SynopsisEquip yourself with the tools for success in Electrical Installations with this comprehensive and updated edition of our bestselling textbook, published in association with City & Guilds and IET. - Study with confidence using the most up-to-date information available for the new industry standards, including the 2022 amendments to BS7671: 2018, The IET Wiring Regulations 18th edition - Enhance your understanding of concepts in electrical installation with 100s of clear and accurate technical drawings and step-by-step photo sequences- Get ready for the workplace with industry tips- Prepare for your trade tests or end-of-year exams with end-of-chapter practice questions - Engage with author Peter Tanner''s accessible text, drawing on his extensive industry experience- Target your learning with detailed qualification mapping grids for the latest City & Guilds Level 2 qualifications - including the 2365, 8202, 5357 and 5393 specifications, as well as t

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Book SynopsisUnlock your full potential with this revision guide that will guide you through the content and skills you need to succeed in the City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate in Plumbing (8202).- Plan your own revision and focus on the areas you need to revise with key content summaries and revision activities for every topic- Understand key terms you will need for the exam with user-friendly definitions and a glossary- Breakdown and apply scientific and mathematic principles with clear worked examples- Use the exam tips to clarify key points and avoid making typical mistakes- Test yourself with end-of-topic questions and answers and tick off each topic as you complete it- Get ready for the exam with tips on approaching the paper, and sample exam questions----''A great idea and a great addition for the students. It is difficult enough to encourage the students to do their own notes for revision but the My Revision Notes book is a

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Book SynopsisPresents the issues that underlie the construction industry's woes and provides tips for those in the business of building, including advice on the precise language owners should use during contract negotiations.Trade Review"LePatner describes what is wrong with the current system and suggests ways that architects can help - by retaking their rightful place as master builders." - Fred A. Bernstein, Architect Magazine "Every now and then, a major construction project is completed on time and on budget. Everyone is amazed.... Barry LePatner thinks this exception should become the rule.... A swift kick to the construction industry." - James R. Hagerty, Wall Street Journal"

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Book SynopsisConstruction Superintendents: Essential Skills for the Next Generation is the first college-level textbook designed to prepare you to take on a site supervisor role on a complex jobsite. The book covers the responsibilities of superintendents in relation to the jobsite project management team, the project owners, designers, and municipal services. The book outlines the development of the superintendent and his or her role and responsibilities in twenty-first century construction projects. Using examples and case studies of cutting-edge jobsite practices from the use of computer applications to leadership and capital development, this book lays out all the functions of a modern site superintendent in an easy-to-understand format. The book includes: coverage of the full spectrum of tasks and skills required from the pre-construction phase, through start-up, operation and close-out, plus advanced topics for those serious about leading the field Trade Review"This very timely book fills a gap in many construction management curricula. As the role of superintendent on construction projects becomes more complex, the need for updated training has become more urgent. As with their other books, Holm and Schaufelberger provide clear and thorough explanations and relevant graphics in Construction Superintendents. The case study makes the content relatable and applicable to students, an increasing number of whom are interested in becoming superintendents." - Joseph Fradella, P.E., Senior Instructor, Oregon State University "I have been in the commercial construction industry for almost twenty years and a professor in construction management academia now for the past thirteen, this book is a long time coming. The construction site superintendents of today are much different than they were even ten years ago. The next generation of men and women need a certain skill set and education that has never been seen before. This book addressed a gap in our construction industry body-of-knowledge, combining the technology and human elements superintendents need to succeed in our industry." - Phil Barlow, Professor, Construction Management Department, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo "The success of any construction project is greatly dependent on the experience, knowledge, technical skills and people skills of the project superintendent. For many years superintendents started their career in the trades gaining experience through their apprenticeship, working with tools as a journeyman, supervising tradesmen and subcontractors as a foremen, and, finally, after many years they were qualified to be a project superintendent. Unfortunately, the well published shortage of construction workers today has reduced the ranks of potential superintendents. Contractors can no longer depend on an adequate supply of superintendents with a trade background and increasingly have looked to the universities to train the superintendents of the future. Construction Superintendents: Essential Skills for the Next Generation is an outstanding introduction to the role and responsibilities of the superintendent. This book goes well beyond the typical project management textbooks and dives into the unique skillset a successful superintendent must possess. This textbook should be required reading for all construction management students." - Ernie Emmert, Vice President Operations (retired), Howard S. Wright Constructors "We are very fortunate that Len Holm and John Schaufelberger have combined their valuable experience and significant industry resources to develop a practical text for the unique position of construction superintendent." - Ed Kommers, P.E., Executive Director, MCA of Western Washington "Based on my personal experience in career of over 37 years with Turner, I am enthused about the premise and subject matter of this book. It’s important for the ongoing success of our industry to understand that the performance of the Project Superintendent is key to any project’s success in the field. Today’s responsibility and leadership functions placed within this position warrant a foundational college education within the relevant professional curriculum, and I applaud Mr. Holm and Dr. Schaufelberger for their recognition of same through this publication." - Philip Lovell, P.E., Retired Vice President and Operations Manager, Turner Construction Company "Holm and Schaufelberger have always been visionaries in the construction industry. In the future construction superintendents will only be asked to do more with less, having more responsibilities and needing even more technical and personal skills. This book is the foundation for the construction superintendent of tomorrow." - Christian LaRocco, Partner, Development Manager, MJR Development "…[An] excellent volume [that]… provides an intimate and unique insight into the new century's adaptation of the theory and practice of modern management to address the ongoing professionalization and emerging specialized needs of the construction industry and its future leaders…" –S.R. Kahn, Choice "This very timely book fills a gap in many construction management curricula. As the role of superintendent on construction projects becomes more complex, the need for updated training has become more urgent. As with their other books, Holm and Schaufelberger provide clear and thorough explanations and relevant graphics in Construction Superintendents. The case study makes the content relatable and applicable to students, an increasing number of whom are interested in becoming superintendents." - Joseph Fradella, P.E., Senior Instructor, Oregon State University "I have been in the commercial construction industry for almost twenty years and a professor in construction management academia now for the past thirteen, this book is a long time coming. The construction site superintendents of today are much different then they were even ten years ago. The next generation of men and women need a certain skill set and education that has never seen before. This book addressed a gap in our construction industry body-of-knowledge, combining the technology and human elements superintendents need to succeed in our industry." - Phil Barlow, Professor - CM Department - Cal Poly San Luis Obispo "The success of any construction project is greatly dependent on the experience, knowledge, technical skills and people skills of the Project Superintendent. For many years Superintendents started their career in the trades gaining experience through their apprenticeship, working with tools as a Journeyman, supervising tradesmen and subcontractors as a Foremen, and finally, after many years they were qualified to be a Project Superintendent. Unfortunately, the well published shortage of construction workers today has reduced the ranks of potential Superintendents. Contractors can no longer depend on an adequate supply of Superintendents with a trade background and increasingly have looked to the Universities to train the Superintendents of the future. Construction Superintendents: Essential Skills for the Next Generation is an outstanding introduction to the role and responsibilities of the Superintendent. This book goes well beyond the typical Project Management textbooks and dives into the unique skillset a successful Superintendent must possess. This textbook should be required reading for all Construction Management students." - Ernie Emmert, Vice President Operations retired, Howard S Wright Constructors "We are very fortunate that Len Holm & John Schaufelberger have combined their valuable experience and significant industry resources to develop a practical text for the unique position of construction superintendent." - Ed Kommers, P.E., Executive Director, MCA of Western Washington "Based on my personal experience in career of over 37 years with Turner, I am enthused about the premise and subject matter of this book. It’s important for the ongoing success of our industry to understand that the performance of the Project Superintendent is key to any project’s success in the field. Today’s responsibility and leadership functions placed within this position warrant a foundational college education within the relevant professional curriculum, and I applaud Mr. Holm and Dr. Schaufelberger for their recognition of same through this publication." - Philip Lovell, P.E., Retired Vice President and Operations Manager, Turner Construction Company "Holm and Schaufelberger have always been visionaries in the construction industry. In the future construction superintendents will only be asked to do more with less, having more responsibilities and needing even more technical and personal skills. This book is the foundation for the construction superintendent of tomorrow." - Christian LaRocco, Partner, Development Manager, MJR Development Table of ContentsList of Figures List of Tables Preface Abbreviations Section A: Introductory concepts Chapter 1 Introduction Superintendents Construction phases Preconstruction planning Start-up and mobilization Construction operations Close-out Terminology and concepts Case studies Case study 1, commercial construction project Case study 2, heavy civil construction project Case study 3, commercial - industrial hybrid construction project Review questions Chapter 2 Construction management fundamentals Introduction Contracting parties Procurement Project delivery Traditional project delivery method Agency construction management project delivery method Construction management-at-risk delivery method Design-build project delivery method Bridging project delivery method Integrated project delivery method Public-private partnership project delivery method Pricing methods Contracts Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 3 Construction organizations and responsibilities Introduction Organizations Jobsite teams Responsibilities Home office responsibilities Superintendent responsibilities Removal of stereotypes Project manager responsibilities Other team members Team cohesiveness Summary Review questions Exercises Section B: Preconstruction planning Chapter 4 Preconstruction services Introduction Formal and informal preconstruction processes Delivery method impacts, including IPD Preconstruction contracts and fees Estimating Superintendent’s role during preconstruction Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 5 Constructability analysis Introduction Design phases Programming Conceptual design Schematic design Design development Construction documents Constructability input Value engineering Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 6 Schedule preparation Introduction Schedule types Contract schedules Planning versus scheduling Schedule development Schedules as tools Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 7 Superintendent preconstruction plans Introduction Risk analysis Safety planning Quality control planning Hoisting plan Traffic plan Summary Review questions Exercises Section C: Start-up and mobilization Chapter 8 Site logistics planning Introduction Site logistics drawing Material management Lean construction Off-site prefabrication Just-in-time deliveries Environmental considerations Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 9 Team development Introduction Subcontractors Subcontract agreements Foremen Labor relations Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 10 Team building Introduction Superintendent and project owner relations Superintendent and design team relations Superintendent and city relations Superintendent and neighborhood and community relations Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 11 Mobilization Introduction Superintendent’s mobilization Site surveys Locating existing utilities Site camp Equipment mobilization Preconstruction meeting with the city Pre start-up activities Project manager’s mobilization Summary Review questions Exercises Section D: Construction operations Chapter 12 Superintendent control systems Introduction Safety control Cost control Direct labor management Whole project direct work labor curve Work packages Cash flow management Change order processing Extra work orders Back charges Pay request processing Direct labor productivity Risk management Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 13 Schedule control Introduction Schedule control techniques Contract schedule: Status, update and revise Lean construction techniques: Pull planning Short-interval schedules Specialty, area, system, and subcontract schedules Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 14 Equipment management Introduction Construction tools Equipment choices Ownership Internally owned Contractor equipment companies Outside ownership Subcontractor ownership Contracting Operation Self-operated Rented and subcontractor-operated Subcontractor provided Owner-operators Equipment safety Equipment costs Maintenance expense Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 15 Communications and document control Introduction Daily job diary Meetings Owner-architect-contractor meetings Foremen coordination meetings Safety meetings Requests for information Submittals Technology tools including building information modeling Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 16 Quality management, including permit and inspection coordination Introduction Permit management Building codes Building permit Specialty permits City inspections Quality management Third-party inspections Subcontractor start-up and testing Summary Review questions Exercises Section E: Construction close-out Chapter 17 Punch list supervision Introduction Early inspections and in-process punch lists Formal punch list development Punch list correction Final inspections and approvals Certificate of occupancy Certificate of substantial completion Demobilization Warranty management Warranty service requests Warranty response as a customer service Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 18 Close-out documentation Introduction As-built drawings Operation and maintenance manuals Sustainability documentation Project manager’s close-out Contract completion Summary Review questions Exercises Section F: Advanced topics Chapter 19 Superintendent leaders Introduction Home office leadership Jobsite leadership Leadership styles Leadership traits Motivating subcontractors and craftsmen Developing leadership skills Jobsite ethics Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 20 Training the next generation of superintendents Introduction Formal superintendent educational programs In-house contractor training programs Gender and diversity issues Retirement and the next superintendent chapter Legacy Summary Review questions Exercises Appendices Glossary References Index

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Book SynopsisNext Generation Safety Leadership illustrates practical applications that bring theory to life through case studies and stories from the author's years of experience in high-risk industries. The book provides safety leaders and their organisations with a compelling case for change. A key predictor of safety performance is trust, and its associated components of integrity, ability and benevolence (care). The next generation of safety leaders will take the profession forward by creating trust and psychological safety. The book provides safety leaders with actionable goals to enable positive change and translates academic languages into practical applications. It leaves the reader with a clear strategy to move forward in developing a safety plan and utilizes stories, humor, and case studies set in high-risk industries. Written primarily for the safety community and can be used to influence day to day safety operations in high-risk organisations.Table of Contents1: Trust: The Currency of Leadership 2: ‘Zero Harm’ and Other Platitudes 3: BBS (aka Behavioral Bull S..t!) 4: Organizational Values or Company Platitudes? 5: What’s Your Story? Building trust through Self Disclosure6: Mind your language!7. Your team has the answers, do you have the questions? 8. Don’t shoot the messenger! Making it safe to share bad news 9. Responding after an incident10. Doing Safety Differently: From Compliance to Care

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Book SynopsisBrickwork Level 2 has been adapted from John Hodge's classic Brickwork for Apprentices the established textbook on brickwork for bricklayers. Designed to meet new requirements of the City and Guilds bricklaying programmes, this book has been written to match the latest industry-based requirements and technical developments in the field, including recent changes to the Building Regulations. Each chapter follows the syllabus and contains a section of multiple-choice questions to provide trainees with vital practice for the job knowledge and multiple-choice tests.Highly illustrated throughout and now in full colour, this is the essential reference for qualified bricklayers and other professionals working in the construction industry, as well as students wishing to embark on a career in bricklaying.There is also the facility to access the Support Material on the Routledge website, which includes:PowerPoint slides for each chapter Table of Contents1. The Construction Industry (Community Buildings) 2. Health and Safety in the Construction Industry 3. Communication and Records 4. Construction Technology 5. Moving and Handling Resources 6. Solid Walls and Piers 7. Constructing Cavity Walls with Openings 8. Cladding to Timber, Steel and Concrete Frames 9. Thin Joint Masonry 10. Bridging Openings with Lintels and Arches 11. Domestic Drainage 12. Answers to Multiple-Choice Questions

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Book SynopsisBrickwork Level 3 has been adapted from John Hodge's classic Brickwork for Apprentices â the established textbook on brickwork for bricklayers. Designed to meet new requirements of the City and Guilds bricklaying programmes this book has been written to match the latest industry-based requirements and technical developments in the field, including recent changes to the Building Regulations. Each chapter follows the syllabus and contains a section of multiple-choice questions to provide trainees with vital practice for the job knowledge and multiple-choice tests.Highly illustrated throughout and now in full colour, this is the essential reference for qualified bricklayers and other professionals working in the construction industry, as well as students wishing to embark on a career in bricklaying.There is also the facility to access the Support Material on the Routledge website, which includes: PowerPoint slides for each chapter Lesson plans and schemes of work Multiple-choice questions and answers Job knowledge questions and answers Practical drawings and mark sheets Table of ContentsChapter 1 The Construction Industry (Industrial) Chapter 2 Health and Safety in the Construction Industry Chapter 3 Programming the Work Chapter 4 Working Relationships and Methods Chapter 5 Setting Out Chapter 6 Chimneys, Flues and Fireplaces Chapter 7 Arches Chapter 8 Curved Walls on Plan Chapter 9 Ramped Brickwork Chapter 10 Splayed Brickwork Chapter 11 Decorative and Reinforced Brickwork Chapter 12 Repairing and Maintaining Masonry Chapter 13 Answers to Multiple-Choice Questions

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Book SynopsisIntroduction to Health and Safety in Construction has been specially written for the thousands of students who complete the NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety each year. Fully revised in alignment with the April 2015 syllabus, the fifth edition provides students with all they need to tackle the course with confidence.The book covers all the essential elements of health and safety management in construction including the legal framework, risk assessment and control standards. Highly illustrated, with information provided in a clear, easily accessible format, it also provides checklists and record sheets to supplement learning. Aligned to the NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety Practice questions and answers to test knowledge and increase understanding Complete with a companion website containing extra resources for Table of Contents1. Foundations in Health and Safety 2. Health and Safety Management Systems – PLAN 3. Health and Safety Management Systems – Organising – DO Part I 4. Health and Safety Management Systems – Risk Assessment and Controls – DO Part II 5. Health and Safety Management Systems – Monitoring, Investigation and Recording – CHECK 6. Health and Safety Management Systems – Audit and Review – ACT 7. Construction Law and Management 8. Construction Site Issues – Hazards and Risk Control 9. Vehicle and Plant Movement – Hazards and Risk Control 10. Musculoskeletal Hazards and Risk Control 11. Work Equipment Hazards and Risk Control 12. Electrical Safety 13. Fire Safety 14. Chemical and Biological Health Hazards and Risk Control 15. Physical and Psychological Health Hazards and Risk Control 16. Working at Height – Hazards and Risk Control 17. Excavation Work and Confined Spaces – Hazards and Risk Control 18. Demolition and Deconstruction – Hazards and Risk Control 19. Summary of the Main Legal Requirements 20. Environment and International Aspects of Health and Safety 21. Study skills 22. Specimen answers to practice questions 23. International Sources of Information and Guidance

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Book SynopsisThe book provides a concise focussed guide to the main management areas that are essential to the success of modern construction projects. The concepts, principles and applications in the seven main management areas that are essential to the success of construction projects are presented. It links in with The CIOB's Education Framework is recommended reading for The CIOB.Table of Contents1. Introduction 2. Time Planning and Control Systems 3. Financial Planning and Cost Control Systems 4. Quality Systems and Performance 5. Health and Safety Regulation and Implementation Systems 6. Environmental Evaluation and Control Systems 7. IT and Communication Systems 8. The Influence of Management Systems on Organisation and Human Resources

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Book SynopsisThis book explores the appropriateness of procurement strategies in certain situations. It argues that organisations should develop strategically aligned supply chains to deliver predictable and sustained performance improvements and asserts that the assumption that one approach is appropriate to manage all cirumstances is flawed.It provides a framework to help organisations develop segmented approaches in the management of their construction supply chains built on ''fit-for-purpose'' relationships. Flowing from this, the appropriateness of operational tools and techniques to effectively manage the critical processes in supply relationship management are also analysed.TTable of ContentsIntroduction: on the appropriateness of Strategy and Operational Practice in Construction Procurement Section A: The UK Construction Industry in Context Section B: Better practice Case Studies in the Effective Management of Construction Procurement Section C: Better Practice Operational Tools and Techniques for Effective Construction Procurement Section D: Towards a Theoretical and Practical Synthesis

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Book SynopsisReflects the changes in various principal civil engineering contracts including the ICE 6th, the New Engineering Contract, the Arbitration and Conciliation Acts and the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1998. This title also includes commentary on the ICE 7th and international contracts.Table of ContentsPreface Table of cases Table of statutes and statutory instruments Introduction General principles of contract law The scope and quality of the agreed work Payment in accordance with the contract Time for performance The contract and third parties Miscellaneous matters associated with civil engineering contracts Extra-contractual entitlements Civil engineering professional services contracts Civil engineering claims: entitlements and evaluation Dispute resolution Particular types of civil engineering contract The ICE Conditions of Contract - Measurement Version (7th Edition, 1999) The Engineering and Construction Contract (2nd Edition and Short Contract) Dispute resolution procedures Appendices Index

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Book SynopsisThis book is the result of a comprehensive revision to the original model code of 1978, which was produced jointly by the Comite Euro-International du Beton (CEB) and the Federation International de la Precontrainte (FIP).Table of ContentsDesign input data Basis of Design Material properties General models Data for prestressing Design Procedures Structural analysis Verification of the ultimate limit states Verification of serviceability limit states Durability Detailing Limit measures Construction and Maintenance Practical construction Quality assurance and quality control Maintenance Design for Particular Technologies Precast concrete elements and structures Appendices

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Book SynopsisNEC Managing Reality: A Practical Guide to Applying NEC3 is a series of books written by NEC experts well versed in using the NEC `at the coal face' that explain how the NEC can be used to optimum benefit in everyday environments. The second edition includes full updates to each of the five books: Introduction to the engineering and construction contract; Procuring an engineering and construction contract; Managing the contract; Managing change; Managing procedures. This new edition focuses solely on NEC3, with new practical examples from across the world. Sections on disallowable cost, defects, roles/responsibilities and schedule of cost components have been expanded and enhanced.

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Book SynopsisNEC Managing Reality: A Practical Guide to Applying NEC3 is a series of books written by NEC experts well versed in using the NEC `at the coal face' that explain how the NEC can be used to optimum benefit in everyday environments. The second edition includes full updates to each of the five books: Introduction to the engineering and construction contract; Procuring an engineering and construction contract; Managing the contract; Managing change; Managing procedures. This new edition focuses solely on NEC3, with new practical examples from across the world. Sections on disallowable cost, defects, roles/responsibilities and schedule of cost components have been expanded and enhanced.

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Book SynopsisNEC Managing Reality: A Practical Guide to Applying NEC3 is a series of books written by NEC experts well versed in using the NEC `at the coal face' that explain how the NEC can be used to optimum benefit in everyday environments. The second edition includes full updates to each of the five books: Introduction to the engineering and construction contract; Procuring an engineering and construction contract; Managing the contract; Managing change; Managing procedures. This new edition focuses solely on NEC3, with new practical examples from across the world. Sections on disallowable cost, defects, roles/responsibilities and schedule of cost components have been expanded and enhanced.

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Book SynopsisNEC Managing Reality: A Practical Guide to Applying NEC3 is a series of books written by NEC experts well versed in using the NEC `at the coal face' that explain how the NEC can be used to optimum benefit in everyday environments. The second edition includes full updates to each of the five books: Introduction to the engineering and construction contract; Procuring an engineering and construction contract; Managing the contract; Managing change; Managing procedures. This new edition focuses solely on NEC3, with new practical examples from across the world. Sections on disallowable cost, defects, roles/responsibilities and schedule of cost components have been expanded and enhanced.

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Book SynopsisNEC Managing Reality: A Practical Guide to Applying NEC3 is a series of books written by NEC experts well versed in using the NEC `at the coal face' that explain how the NEC can be used to optimum benefit in everyday environments. The second edition includes full updates to each of the five books: Introduction to the engineering and construction contract; Procuring an engineering and construction contract; Managing the contract; Managing change; Managing procedures. This new edition focuses solely on NEC3, with new practical examples from across the world. Sections on disallowable cost, defects, roles/responsibilities and schedule of cost components have been expanded and enhanced.

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Book SynopsisThe Professional Services Contract is intended for use in the appointment of a supplier to provide professional services. It can be used for appointing project managers, supervisors, designers, consultants or other suppliers under NEC contracts and can also be used for appointing supliers on non-NEC construction projects or for non-constructionprojects. This document contains the core clauses, the relevant main option clauses, the secondary option clauses and the contract data. Construction Clients' Board endorsement of NEC3 The Construction Clients' Board (formerly Public Sector Clients' Forum) recommends that public sector organisations use the NEC3 contracts when procuring construction. Standardising use of this comprehensive suite of contracts should help to deliver efficiencies across the public sector and promote behaviours in line with the principles of Achieving Excellence in Construction.Table of ContentsSchedule of options Core clauses • 1 General • 2 The Parties’ main responsibilities • 3 Time • 4 Quality • 5 Payment • 6 Compensation events • 7 Rights to material • 8 Indemnity, insurance and liability style • 9 Termination Main option clauses • A Priced subcontract with activity schedule • C Target contract • E Time based contract • G Term contract Option Dispute resolution • Option W1 • Option W2 Secondary option clauses • X1 Price adjustment for inflation Changes in the law • X3 Multiple currencies Parent company guarantee Sectional Completion Bonus for early Completion • Delay damages • Collateral warranty agreements • Transfer of rights • X10 Employer’s Agent • X11 Termination by the Employer • X12 Partnering • X13 Performance bond • X18 Limitation of liability • X20 Key Performance Indicators • Y(UK)2 The Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 • Y(UK)3 The Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999 •Z Additional conditions of subcontract

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Book SynopsisGreger Lundesjö is the owner of Lundesjo Consulting. He has spent over 20 years in logistics related businesses and has extensive international experience both in operative business roles and as a consultant. He has supported clients by applying logistics principles to construction projects, improving resource efficiency and reducing cost and environmental impact.Trade Review"Bringing construction logistics into the 21st, and arguably even the 20th Century, is essential if the construction industry is to meet the requirements of its clients and customers for cheaper, faster and safer delivery of construction projects. In this book, Greger provides a well presented and argued analysis of the key logistics issues that the industry must get to grips with if it is to meet these requirements. His handling of the issue of construction materials consolidation is particularly good and relevant given the focus on congestion and safety in and around urban construction projects." * Gary Sullivan – Construction Logistics specialist, Co-founder and Chairman of Wilson James Ltd, and former Chairman of Essex Olympic Strategic Board for Legacy *"Supply Chain Management & Logistics in Construction contains the collective knowledge of seventeen highly qualified contributors representing a number of roles within the industry - including its suppliers. The construction industry has made a concerted effort to improve their supply chain management, albeit less than other sectors. While the project-oriented nature of construction, as well as the role of sub-contractors, makes the needs of construction unique, it also increases the opportunity for those able to make the right improvements." * Kelly Barner, Buyers Meeting Point *"This book is a good primer, giving an accurate picture of the role of logistics in the construction industry, and also a source book for those looking for ideas on how the construction industry could learn from mainstream logistics." * Logistics & Transport Focus *"An unexpected, positive surprise... If you have any input to the supply chain or purchasing function, in any industry, this book might be capable of improving your company's bottom line." * Darren Ingram, Autamme.com *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction – Greger Lundesjö; Section - ONE: Strategic perspectives; Chapter - 01: The challenge of construction logistics – Michael Browne; Chapter - 02: Aggregating global products for just-in-time delivery to construction sites – Mark Franklin; Chapter - 03: Construction logistics – supply of bulk materials – Matthew Woodcock; Chapter - 04: Effective management of a construction project supply chain – Stephen Robbins; Chapter - 05: Construction supply chain management strategy – Brian Moone; Section - TWO: The impact of BIM and new data management capabilities on supply chain management in construction; Chapter - 06: Data management for integrated supply chains in construction – Wes Beaumont and Jason Underwood; Section - THREE: Construction logistics and sustainability; Chapter - 07: The role of logistics in achieving sustainable construction: a Swedish perspective – Monika Bubholz, Camilla Einarsson and Lars-Göran Sporre; Chapter - 08: Resource efficiency benefits of effective construction logistics – Malcolm Waddell; Section - FOUR: Logistics operations; Chapter - 09: The role of the construction logistics manager – Andy Brown; Chapter - 10: Third-party logistics operators in construction: the role they play and the role they could play – Pete Flinders; Chapter - 11: Managing construction logistics for confined sites in urban areas – Ruvinde Kooragamage; Chapter - 12: Consolidation centres in construction logistics – Greger Lundesjö; Chapter - 13: Delivery management systems – Rick Ballard and Nick Hoare

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Book SynopsisGreger Lundesjö is the owner of Lundesjo Consulting. He has spent over 20 years in logistics related businesses and has extensive international experience both in operative business roles and as a consultant. He has supported clients by applying logistics principles to construction projects, improving resource efficiency and reducing cost and environmental impact.Trade Review"Bringing construction logistics into the 21st, and arguably even the 20th Century, is essential if the construction industry is to meet the requirements of its clients and customers for cheaper, faster and safer delivery of construction projects. In this book, Greger provides a well presented and argued analysis of the key logistics issues that the industry must get to grips with if it is to meet these requirements. His handling of the issue of construction materials consolidation is particularly good and relevant given the focus on congestion and safety in and around urban construction projects." * Gary Sullivan – Construction Logistics specialist, Co-founder and Chairman of Wilson James Ltd, and former Chairman of Essex Olympic Strategic Board for Legacy *"Supply Chain Management & Logistics in Construction contains the collective knowledge of seventeen highly qualified contributors representing a number of roles within the industry - including its suppliers. The construction industry has made a concerted effort to improve their supply chain management, albeit less than other sectors. While the project-oriented nature of construction, as well as the role of sub-contractors, makes the needs of construction unique, it also increases the opportunity for those able to make the right improvements." * Kelly Barner, Buyers Meeting Point *"This book is a good primer, giving an accurate picture of the role of logistics in the construction industry, and also a source book for those looking for ideas on how the construction industry could learn from mainstream logistics." * Logistics & Transport Focus *"An unexpected, positive surprise... If you have any input to the supply chain or purchasing function, in any industry, this book might be capable of improving your company's bottom line." * Darren Ingram, Autamme.com *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction – Greger Lundesjö; Section - ONE: Strategic perspectives; Chapter - 01: The challenge of construction logistics – Michael Browne; Chapter - 02: Aggregating global products for just-in-time delivery to construction sites – Mark Franklin; Chapter - 03: Construction logistics – supply of bulk materials – Matthew Woodcock; Chapter - 04: Effective management of a construction project supply chain – Stephen Robbins; Chapter - 05: Construction supply chain management strategy – Brian Moone; Section - TWO: The impact of BIM and new data management capabilities on supply chain management in construction; Chapter - 06: Data management for integrated supply chains in construction – Wes Beaumont and Jason Underwood; Section - THREE: Construction logistics and sustainability; Chapter - 07: The role of logistics in achieving sustainable construction: a Swedish perspective – Monika Bubholz, Camilla Einarsson and Lars-Göran Sporre; Chapter - 08: Resource efficiency benefits of effective construction logistics – Malcolm Waddell; Section - FOUR: Logistics operations; Chapter - 09: The role of the construction logistics manager – Andy Brown; Chapter - 10: Third-party logistics operators in construction: the role they play and the role they could play – Pete Flinders; Chapter - 11: Managing construction logistics for confined sites in urban areas – Ruvinde Kooragamage; Chapter - 12: Consolidation centres in construction logistics – Greger Lundesjö; Chapter - 13: Delivery management systems – Rick Ballard and Nick Hoare

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Book SynopsisThe Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007 repeal the CDM Regulations 1994 and the Construction (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1996; containing all the legal duties regarding the design and management of a construction project and the safe operating standards expected on a construction site. CDM 2007: Questions and Answers by Pat Perry is a pragmatic, common-sense approach to interpreting the many queries which will inevitably arise from the new Regulations, no matter how simplified they purport to be. The author details practical solutions to a wide range of legal compliance issues and explores answers which go beyond the rather limited information contained in the Approved Code of Practice which supports the Regulations. The various duty holders, project stages and safety issues are dealt with in different chapters and the book can be used for detailed reference or for a quick refresher oTable of ContentsChapter 1 The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007 – The Regulations Explained; Chapter 2 Health and Safety Legislation; Chapter 3 Risk Assessments; Chapter 4 The Client; Chapter 5 The CDM Co-ordinator; Chapter 6 Designers; Chapter 7 The Principal Contractor; Chapter 8 Contractors; Chapter 9 Design Risk Assessments; Chapter 10 The Pre-Construction Information Pack; Chapter 11 The Construction Phase Health and Safety Plan; Chapter 12 Competency of Duty Holders; Chapter 13 The Health and Safety File; Chapter 14 Workplace Facilities; Chapter 15 Management of Health and Safety on Construction Projects; Chapter 16 Accident and Incident Management; Chapter 17 Site Welfare Facilities; Chapter 18 Asbestos; Chapter 19 Safe Places of Work; Chapter 20 Vehicles and Transport; Chapter 21 Excavations and Demolitions; Chapter 22 Energy Distribution Systems; Chapter 23 Safe Systems of Work; Chapter 24 Working at Heights; Chapter 25 Electrical Safety; Chapter 26 Hazardous Substances; Chapter 27 Personal Protective Equipment; Chapter 28 Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment; Chapter 29 Manual Handling; Chapter 30 Fire Safety; Chapter 31 Noise; Chapter 32 Training in Health and Safety;

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Book SynopsisEstablishes guidelines for controlling accelerated erosion caused by human activities at construction sites. Uncontrolled erosion is costly and accompanied by a host of financial, legal, and environmental problems. This Standard provides tools to ensure that the discharge of sediment does not significantly increase at a construction site compared with preconstruction conditions.

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Book SynopsisThis guide will help you determine the right designs, home features, and amenities to attract the boomer buyers in your market. Discover: preferences for location, home site, and community type; community amenities that will help sell your homes; how to meet or exceed 45 consumer expectations.Trade Review"This book reveals the fundamental needs of this burgeoning market of home buyers. If your community has the elements these buyers say they want, then it has a strong foundation for success." -- Brian Gentry, President, Landed Gentry Homes & Communities, Burlington, WA

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Book SynopsisThis handy jobsite tool will become as indispensable to you as your cell phone, tape measure, and level. This pocket-friendly companion to the International Residential Code discusses the impact of 2015 code changes to common walls separating townhouses, remodeling of an existing basement, and more.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review‘Alex Opoku has assembled an impressive array of experts in sustainability in the built environment. Collectively, they have analysed forensically the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, highlighting key underpinning literature and research. This makes compelling reading for everyone committed to making a material difference to the world in which we live.’ -- Peter Hansford CBE FREng, Emeritus Professor of Construction and Infrastructure Policy, University College London, UKTable of ContentsContents: Foreword I: The cutting edge of built environment sustainability research – theoretical development and application of the Sustainable Development Goals xviii Chris Gorse Foreword II xxi Peter Guthrie 1 Introduction to The Elgar Companion to the Built Environment and the Sustainable Development Goals 1 Alex Opoku PART I THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS 2 From the MDGs to the SDGs: The role of construction 20 George Ofori 3 The role of the built environment in addressing the global challenges 44 Alex Opoku, Tariq Umar and Judith Amudjie 4 The built environment’s contribution to the progress of the sustainable development goals 58 Tariq Umar, Alex Opoku, Nnedinma Umeokafor and Sa’id Ahmed PART II PEOPLE, BUILT ENVIRONMENT, AND THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS 5 Regenerating urban slums for the sustainable development goals in developing countries 84 Andrew Ebekozien, Clinton Aigbavboa, Mohamad Shaharudin Samsurijan and Radin Badaruddin Rabin Firdaus 6 Urban green spaces for urban farms and the sustainable development goals 104 Alex Opoku, Judith Amudjie, Moohammed Wasim Yahia and Victoria Maame Afriyie Kumah 7 Equitable productive urban green spaces as a goal towards sustainable development 121 Amritha Palakkadavath Kumarankutty 8 Advancing the sustainable development goals through the promotion of health and well-being in the built environment 137 Alex Opoku, Francis K. Bondinuba, Nana Yaw Barimah Manaphraim and Godwin Kugblenu 9 Gender equality in the built environment towards the 2030 agenda for sustainable development 158 Alex Opoku, Edna Twumwaa Frimpong, Samuel Ekung and Renee Etokakpan 10 Education for sustainable development, the built environment, and the sustainable development goals 178 Alex Opoku, Samuel Ekung, Godwin Kugblenu and Emad S. N. Mushtaha PART III PLANET, BUILT ENVIRONMENT, AND THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS 11 Net-zero energy buildings and the sustainable development goals 196 Vian Ahmed, Sara Saboor, Hessa Ahmed Alshamsi, Fatima Ahmed Almarzooqi, Mariam Abdalla Alketbi and Fatema Ahmed Al Marei 12 Retrofitting buildings towards the realisation of the sustainable development goals 217 Nutifafa Geh, Fidelis Emuze and Ericsson Mapfumo 13 Circular economy in the built environment: A catalyst for achieving the sustainable development goals (SDGs) 231 Alex Opoku, Kofi Agyekum, Iva Bimpli and Ellen Amoh 14 Contributions of environmental management systems (ISO 14001) towards the delivery of sustainable development goal 12 250 Rosemary Horry, Colin A. Booth and Abdul-Majeed Mahamadu 15 Impact of construction and demolition waste on the realisation of the sustainable development goals 265 B R Viswalekshmi, Deepthi Bendi, Alex Opoku and Godwin Kugblenu 16 Construction procurement and the sustainable development goals (SDGs) 280 Brandsford Kwame Gidigah, Kofi Agyekum, Bernard Kofi Baiden and Edward Ayebeng Botchway 17 Lean construction and SDGs: Delivering value and performance in the built environment 294 Alex Opoku, Ayomikun Solomon Adewumi, Ka Leung Lok (Lawrence) and Ellen Amoh 18 Climate change, the built environment, and the sustainable development goals 315 Yaning Qiao 19 Biodiversity conservation, the built environment, and the sustainable development goals 330 Alex Opoku and Benjamin Baah PART IV PROSPERITY, BUILT ENVIRONMENT, AND THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS 20 Urban futures, localisation, and the role of sustainable development goals 353 Timothy J. Dixon 21 Social value, the built environment, and the sustainable development goals 372 Ani Raiden, Andrew King and Alex Opoku 22 The built environment and industry/construction 4.0 technologies towards achieving SDGs 387 Aseel A. Hussien and Ayomikun Solomon Adewumi 23 The role of infrastructure in achieving the sustainable development goals in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) 404 Alex Opoku, Peter Guthrie, Yaning Qiao, Moohammed Wasim Yahia and Kwabena Opoku-Ntim 24 Traditional architectural knowledge systems and the sustainable development goals 420 Athira Sushama Bhaskaran, Amritha Palakkadavath Kumarankutty and Chithra Kurukkanari 25 Sustainable facility management practices and the sustainable development goals 439 Ka Leung Lok (Lawrence), Alex Opoku, Andrew J. Smith and Ka Lam Cheung PART V PARTNERSHIP, BUILT ENVIRONMENT, AND THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS 26 Public-private partnerships (PPPs) for the realisation of the sustainable development agenda in the built environment 457 Sulafa Badi and Mohamed Alhosani 27 Organisational learning and stakeholder engagement in construction towards the realisation of the SDGs 481 Samuel Ekung, Alex Opoku and Isaac Odesola 28 The contribution of project management to the sustainable development goals 500 Alex Opoku, Georgios Kapogiannis, Kelvin Saddul and Dickson Osei-Asibey 29 Contemporary issues in construction affecting the realisation of the SDGs in developing countries 523 Samuel Ekung, Alex Opoku and Christian Asuquo 30 The emerging trends in built environment research and the sustainable development goals (SDGs) 540 Kenneth Otasowie, Clinton Aigbavboa and Ayodeji Emmanuel Oke

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Book SynopsisThe essential, authoritative guide to providing accurate, systematic, and reliable estimating for construction projectsnewly revised Pricing and bidding for construction work is at the heart of every construction business, and in the minds of construction consultants' poor bids lead to poor performance and nobody wins. New Code of Estimating Practice examines the processes of estimating and pricing, providing best practice guidelines for those involved in procuring and pricing construction works, both in the public and private sectors. It embodies principles that are applicable to any project regardless of size or complexity. This authoritative guide has been completely rewritten to include much more contextual and educational material as well as the code of practice. It covers changes in estimating practice; the bidding process; the fundamentals in formulating a bid; the pre-qualification process; procurement options; contractual arrangements and legal issues; preliminaries; temporTable of ContentsForeword xi Glossary xiii Code of estimating and tendering practice – principles and procedures xxv Section One Principles – the theory and background 1 1 Introduction 3 1.1 An imprecise science 3 1.2 Data, information, and knowledge in estimating 4 1.3 Experience, instinct, gut feel, intuition and bias 5 1.4 Optimism bias 6 2 The Fundamentals 7 2.1 Tender and bid 7 2.2 Pricing 7 2.3 Profitability 8 2.4 Types of tender 9 2.5 Tender award 10 2.6 The difference between procurement and tendering 10 2.7 Methods of procurement 11 3 Changes driving estimating practice 13 3.1 Digitisation 13 3.2 E-Tendering 14 3.3 Legislation and taxation 14 3.4 Bureaucracy 14 3.5 Competition and winning work 14 3.6 Specialisation 15 3.7 New technologies and off-site production 15 3.8 New methods of procurement 15 3.9 Best value 15 4 The bid process 17 4.1 Work breakdown structure 17 4.2 Underlying principles 18 5 Health and safety 25 5.1 Introduction 25 5.2 Estimating the cost of health and safety 25 6 The pre-qualification process 31 6.1 Introduction 31 6.2 Bidding for public sector projects 32 7 Procurement, selection, contractual arrangements and legal issues 37 7.1 Methods of procurement 37 7.2 Two-stage tendering 43 7.3 Framework agreements 44 7.4 Concession contracts 44 7.5 Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) 46 7.6 Prime contracting 46 7.7 Early contractor involvement (ECI) 47 7.8 Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 47 7.9 Selection processes 47 7.10 Integrated design and construction 49 7.11 E-procurement 49 7.12 E-auctions 50 7.13 Abnormally low tenders 50 8 Preliminaries 51 8.1 Site establishment 51 8.2 Insurances, bonds and so on 58 8.3 Site records 61 8.4 Fees and charges 62 8.5 Compliance 63 8.6 Environmental management 65 8.7 Wastewater treatment system 68 8.8 Waste management 69 8.9 Waste disposal, sorting and storage 71 8.10 Setting out 74 8.11 Control and protection 75 8.12 Completion and post-completion requirements 76 8.13 Contingencies 77 8.14 Management and staff 78 9 Temporary Works 81 9.1 Introduction 81 9.2 Temporary works management 83 9.3 Temporary works co-ordinator (TWC) 83 9.4 Temporary works supervisor 84 9.5 Temporary works register 84 9.6 Temporary works design brief 84 9.7 Scaffolding 89 9.8 Falsework 92 9.9 Formwork 93 9.10 Earthworks 94 9.11 Temporary services 97 9.12 Façade retention 98 9.13 Structures – design and loading 99 9.14 Plant foundations 100 9.15 Protection on-site 100 9.16 Traffic management 101 9.17 Temporary access for vehicles and pedestrians 101 9.18 Barriers for pedestrians and vehicles 101 9.19 Haul roads 102 9.20 Works associated with any ordnance uncovered 102 9.21 Signage 102 9.22 Protection of adjacent properties 102 10 Cost-estimating techniques 103 10.1 Approximate quantities 108 10.2 Cost planning 110 11 Private finance initiative/public–private partnerships/build, operate and transfer, and whole-life costing 113 12 Risk management 115 12.1 Background 115 12.2 Risk analysis 118 12.3 Cost estimating accuracy 118 13 Logistics 121 13.1 Materials logistics plan 122 13.2 Materials management 124 13.3 Personnel management and health and safety 124 13.4 Plant, tools and equipment – maintenance and management 124 13.5 Transportation 124 13.6 Traffic management 127 14 Resource and production planning 129 14.1 Planning techniques 130 14.2 Resource planning 130 14.3 Time – its perception and impact on the estimating process 133 15 Computer-aided cost estimating 135 16 BIM and the estimating process 137 16.1 Overview 137 16.2 The challenges of using BIM in the estimating process 138 Section Two Processes – the practice 139 1 Consider and assess 141 1.1 Receive preliminary enquiry 142 1.2 Consider order backlog/new orders 143 1.3 Decision to tender (bid or no bid) 143 1.4 Project information, schedule and questionnaire 148 1.5 Consider client and consultant team and project delivery availability 149 1.6 Assessment criteria – lowest price/quality and so on 150 1.7 The likely competition 151 2 Information and time planning 153 2.1 Works specialty/works contractor enquiries 154 2.2 The bid team 157 2.3 Produce bid timetable/strategy 158 2.4 Examine documents – contract, design, bonds, warranties and insurance 160 2.5 Site visit – utilities, ground conditions, adjacent properties and so on 162 2.6 Method statement/logistics plan 164 3 Contract terms and conditions 171 3.1 Special employer requirements and modifications to standard clauses 173 4 Resource planning and pricing 175 4.1 Pricing the works 176 4.2 Establish unit rates – labour and plant 178 4.3 Establish unit rates – labour, materials and plant 180 4.4 Labour cost issues – a summary 185 4.5 Build-up unit rates 186 4.6 Gang sizes for activities 189 4.7 Allocation of costs 192 4.8 All-in rates for plant and equipment 194 4.9 Select materials and specialty contractors’ quotations 197 4.10 Specialty contractor quotations 199 4.11 Provisional sums – defined and undefined 200 4.12 Incorporating provisional sums in an estimate 200 4.13 Daywork 204 4.14 Pricing the preliminaries 205 4.15 Add allowances 206 5 Prepare estimator’s report 211 6 Examine and consider 215 6.1 Examine preliminaries 216 6.2 Requests for further information 216 6.3 Examine method and tender programme 216 6.4 Examine resource costs 217 6.5 Consider the competition for the project in the market 217 6.6 Consider cash flow and capital requirements for the project 217 7 Bid assembly and adjudication 219 7.1 Finalise the pricing 220 7.2 Bid adjudication/final review 221 7.3 Qualification of any special items of tender 222 8 Pre-production planning and processes 225 8.1 Develop a detailed method statement 226 8.2 Develop production planning schedule 226 8.3 Allocate resources 227 8.4 Obtain licences and so on from local authority and utilities organisation 227 8.5 Ordering of long lead-time materials, plant and equipment 228 8.6 Request for further information from consultants and specialty contractors 229 8.7 Pre-production schedule prior to work commencement 229 8.8 Check conditions of contract award 229 9 Site production 231 9.1 Pricing change and variation orders 232 9.2 Appointment of specialist contractors 232 9.3 Estimating and pricing contractual claims 232 9.4 Production of final account 233 9.5 Cost–value reconciliation 234 Bibliography and References 235 Index 241

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPreface xiii Preface to the First Edition xvii Chapter 1 Introduction 1 Planning and Scheduling 2 What is a Project? 2 Are Projects Unique? 4 Project Management Plan 7 Project Control 8 Why Schedule Projects? 8 The Scheduler 11 Certification 11 The Tripod of a Good Scheduling System 12 Scheduling and Project Management 12 Chapter 1 Exercises 13 Chapter 2 Bar (Gantt) Charts 15 Definition and Introduction 16 Advantages of Bar Charts 18 Disadvantages of Bar Charts 20 Chapter 2 Exercises 21 Chapter 3 Basic Networks 23 Definition and Introduction 24 Arrow Networks 24 Brief Explanation 24 The Logic 25 Notation 25 Dummy Activities 26 Redundancies 31 Node Networks 31 Lags and Leads 32 Recommendations for Proper Node Diagram Drawing 35 Comparison of Arrow and Node Networks 37 Networks versus Bar Charts 39 Effective Use of Bar Charts with CPM 40 Time-Scaled Logic Diagrams 40 Chapter 3 Exercises 41 Chapter 4 The Critical Path Method (CPM) 45 Introduction 46 Steps Required to Schedule a Project 47 Main Steps 47 Supplemental Steps 55 Resource Allocation and Leveling 57 Beginning-of-Day or End-of-Day Convention 59 The CPM Explained through Examples 59 Example 4.1: Logic Networks and the CPM 59 The CPM with Computer Software Programs 63 The Critical Path 64 Definitions 65 Examples 4.2 and 4.3: Node Diagrams and the CPM 66 Free Float 67 More Definitions 70 Float Check 71 Node Format 72 Lags and Leads in CPM Networks 73 Lags and Leads in Computer Software 76 Further Discussion of Float 76 Effect of Date Choices on Cash Flow 78 Project Schedule “Health Check” 78 Event Times in Arrow Networks 79 Effect of the Imposed Finish Date on the Schedule 81 Discussion of Example 4.7 82 Logic and Constraints 84 The “Hub” Concept 85 The Critical Path Method and Scheduling 85 Chapter 4 Exercises 86 Chapter 5 Precedence Networks 93 Definition and Introduction 94 The Four Types of Relationships 97 Important Comments about the Four Types of Relationships 98 The Percent Complete Approach 98 Fast-Track Projects 99 A Parallel Predecessor? 101 CPM Calculations for Precedence Diagrams 102 Interruptible Activities 102 The Simplistic Approach 105 Alternative Approach 107 The Detailed Approach 110 Contiguous (Uninterruptible) Activities 113 Remedy for Interruptible Activities 117 Multistage Activities 120 Types of Lags 121 Final Discussion 123 Chapter 5 Exercises 124 Chapter 6 Resource Allocation and Resource Leveling 129 Introduction 130 The Three Categories of Resources 130 Labor 130 Equipment and Materials 130 What is Resource Allocation? 131 Resource Leveling 131 What is Resource Leveling? 131 Why Level Resources? 131 Do All Resources Have to Be Leveled? 132 Multiproject Resource Leveling 132 Assigning Budgets in Computer Scheduling Programs 134 Leveling Resources in a Project 136 Resource Leveling from the General Contractor’s Perspective 153 Materials Management 155 Chapter 6 Exercises 159 Chapter 7 Schedule Updating and Project Control 163 Introduction 164 The Need for Schedule Updating 164 Project Control Defined 164 Schedule Updating 165 What is a Baseline Schedule? 165 What is an Updated Schedule? 167 What is the Data Date? 168 What Kind of Information is Needed for Updating Schedules? 168 Frequency of Updating 171 Retained Logic or Progress Override 172 Auto-Updating 172 Updating Schedules and Pay Requests 173 “Degressing” an In-Progress Schedule to Create a Baseline Schedule 175 Effect of Adding or Deleting Activities on Logic 176 Steps for Updating a Schedule 180 Change in the Critical Path 191 Float after the Update 191 Contractor-Created Float 192 Data and Information 193 Project Control 194 Measuring Work Progress 194 Earned Value Analysis 208 Chapter 7 Exercises 217 Chapter 8 Schedule Compression and Time-Cost Trade-Off 223 Introduction 224 How Important is It to Finish on Schedule? 225 Setting Priorities 225 Accelerating a Project 226 What is “Accelerating” a Project? 226 Why Accelerate a Project? 226 How Can Project Duration Be Shortened? 227 Acceleration and Fast-Tracking 235 Construction and Modularization 235 How Does Accelerating a Project Work? 236 Direct and Indirect Costs 238 Cost Concepts as They Relate to Schedule Compression 240 Choosing the Best Method for Project Acceleration 240 Effect of Acceleration on Direct Costs 241 Effect of Acceleration on Indirect Costs 242 Effect of Acceleration on Total Cost 243 Issues to Consider When Accelerating a Project 245 Recovery Schedules 247 Accelerating Projects Using Computers 252 Potential Issues with Uncoordinated Project Acceleration 253 Optimum Project Scheduling 254 Project Scheduling and Prevailing Economic Conditions 255 Project Scheduling in Extreme Weather Regions 256 Optimum Scheduling 256 Productivity and Cost Multipliers 258 Chapter 8 Exercises 260 Chapter 9 Reports and Presentations 265 Introduction 266 The Difference between Reports and Presentations 270 Skills Necessary for Giving Good Presentations 272 The Power of Presentations 273 Reviewing Reports before and after Printing 275 General Tips on Printing Reports 276 Summary Reports 277 Paper or Electronic Reports? 277 E-Reports 280 Communications in the International Environment 280 Chapter 9 Exercises 282 Chapter 10 Scheduling as Part of the Project Management Effort 285 Introduction 286 Project Objectives 287 Defining and Measuring Project Success 288 Scheduling and Estimating 290 Evolution of a Cost Estimate and a Schedule for a Project 291 Estimate-Generated Schedules 294 Cost-Loaded Schedules 296 Estimating and Accounting 296 Scheduling and Accounting 298 Scheduling and Change Orders 298 Paperless Project Management 299 Procurement Management 300 Management of Submittals 301 The Master Schedule and Subschedules 303 Multiproject Management 304 Time Contingency and Management Options 305 Chapter 10 Exercises 308 Chapter 11 Other Scheduling Methods 311 Introduction 312 Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT) 312 Background 312 Concept of PERT 312 How PERT Works 313 PERT Calculations 313 Graphic Explanation 316 “Most Likely” versus “Expected” Durations 323 Is the Longest Path Still the Most Critical? 323 Using PERT to Calculate the Date of an Event with a Certain Level of Confidence 326 Determining the Probability of a Certain Project Finish Date (Multiple Paths Considered) 327 PERT and the Construction Industry 328 PERT and Computer Project-Scheduling Software 328 Graphical Evaluation and Review Technique (GERT) 329 Linear Scheduling Method (LSM) 330 Steps to Build a Schedule Using the LSM 331 How the LSM Works 331 LSM and Project Schedule Acceleration 337 LSM Computer Software Programs 337 Graphical Path Method (GPM) 338 Relationship Diagramming Method (RDM) 342 The Critical Path Segments (CPS) Scheduling Technique 346 Chapter 11 Exercises 348 Chapter 12 Dynamic Minimum Lag Relationship 353 Introduction 354 Why DML? 354 Similarity between the DML Concept and the Linear Scheduling Method (LSM) 355 How Does DML Work? 356 DML Relationship in CPM Calculations 358 Can the Lag in the DML Relationship Be a Percentage? 359 Conclusion 365 Chapter 12 Exercises 366 Chapter 13 The Critical Path Definition: Revisited 367 Introduction 367 What is the “Longest Path”? 368 The Critical Path through Examples 369 The Simple Case 369 Imposed Finish Date 370 Activities with Lags 370 Activities with Constraints 371 Activities with Different Calendars 373 Precedence Diagrams 373 Further Discussion of Example 7 375 Resource Constraints 377 Resource Allocation and Resource Leveling 378 Risk and Probabilistic Durations 379 Risk, Consequences, or Both? 379 The AACE Recommended Practices No. 49R-06 and 92R-17 381 Proposed Definition of the Critical Path 381 Changes in the Critical Path 382 Chapter 14 Construction Delays and Other Claims 383 Introduction 384 Delay Claims 384 Reasons for Claims 386 Force Majeure 388 Types of Delays 389 Scheduling Mistakes Related to Delay Claims 390 Project Documentation 393 Delay Claims Resolution 396 The Importance of CPM Schedules in Delay Claims 399 Methods of Schedule Analysis 399 As-built Schedule 400 Updated Impact Schedule 400 As-Planned Schedule 400 Comparison Schedule 400 Accelerated Schedule 400 Who Owns the Float 401 Chapter 14 Exercises 406 Chapter 15 Schedule Risk Management 409 Introduction 410 Types of Risk in Construction Projects 411 Schedule Risk Types 412 General Duration Uncertainty 414 Specific Risk Events 416 Network Logic Risks 417 Definition of Risk Terms 418 Importance of Good Planning for Risk Management 420 Importance of Good CPM Scheduling Practices for Risk Assessment 420 Risk Shifting in Contracts 422 Schedule Risk Management Steps 424 1. Risk Management Planning 425 2. Identifying Schedule Risks 427 3. Performing Qualitative Analysis 427 4. Performing Risk Prioritization for the Qualitative Analysis (Quantitative Analysis) 429 5. Responding to and Addressing Risks 429 6. Monitoring and Updating the Risk Management Plan 430 Expected Value 430 Application in Scheduling 432 Examples of Risk Adjustment 433 Conclusion 434 Chapter 15 Exercises 435 Chapter 16 BIM-Based 4D Modeling and Scheduling 437 Overview of Building Information Modeling (BIM) 437 Definition and Benefits of BIM 437 Differences between BIM and CAD 438 Definition and Benefits of 3D Modeling 440 Definition and Benefits of 4D Modeling 441 Steps for Creating 4D Models 442 Definition and Benefits of 5D Modeling 443 Case Study 445 Project Information 445 Creating and Linking the 3D Model 445 Information about the TimeLiner Tab 446 Creating and Importing Project Schedules 447 Defining Task Types 451 Creating Selection Sets 453 Creating the 4D Model and Project Animation 453 Exporting Snapshots and Animation 457 Using Integrated Systems 461 Lean Construction 462 Chapter 16 Exercises 464 Chapter 17 Project Scheduling for Owners 467 Introduction 467 Project Initiation Process 468 The Owner’s Organization 471 Project Planning 471 Using Available Tools 473 Best Value 473 The Evolution of the Schedule 474 Choosing the Contract Type and Delivery Method 475 Contract Templates 476 Owner-Contractor Trust Relationship 477 Project Financing 477 Requiring and Approving a Schedule 478 Owning and Managing Float 479 Managing the Contractor 480 Managing Scope/Changes 480 Schedule Updating and Percent Complete 482 Delay Claims: Avoidance and Resolution 482 Chapter 17 Exercises 483 Appendix A Computer Project 485 General Guidelines 485 Assignment 1 488 Cost Loading 489 Assignment 2 491 Updating the Project 491 Assignment 3 492 Change Order 492 Assignment 4 493 Resource Leveling 493 Assignment 5 493 Schedule Compression 1 494 Assignment 6 494 Schedule Compression 2 496 Assignment 7 496 Delay Claim 1: Unforeseen Conditions 496 Assignment 8 497 Delay Claim 2: Change in the Owner’s Requirements 497 Assignment 9 497 Appendix B Sample Reports 499 Tabular Reports 499 Graphic Reports 517 Abbreviations 529 Glossary 535 Bibliography 559 Index 567

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Book SynopsisEstimators need to understand the consequences of entering into a contract, often defined by complex conditions and documents, as well as to appreciate the technical requirements of the project. Estimating and Tendering for Construction Work, 5th edition, explains the job of the estimator through every stage, from early cost studies to the creation of budgets for successful tenders.This new edition reflects recent developments in the field and covers: new tendering and procurement methods the move from basic estimating to cost-planning and the greater emphasis placed on partnering and collaborative working the New Rules of Measurement (NRM1 and 2), and examines ways in which practicing estimators are implementing the guidance emerging technologies such as BIM (Building Information Modelling) and estimating systems which can interact with 3D design models With the majority of projects procurTrade Review"This book is… an authority on the common practice in our industry, specifically in the areas of estimating and tendering and is produced by a senior member of our industry, whose expertise and standing … is long established." Mark Kane Esq, B.Sc (Hons), LL.B (Hons), LL.M, FCIOB, FCIArb, c.BuildE, FCABE, in Building Engineer: The Journal of the Chartered Association of Building EngineersTable of ContentsPreface 1. Introduction 2. Organization of the estimating function 3. Procurement paths 4. Formal tender documentation 5. Contractor selection and decision to tender 6. Project appreciation and enquiries to suppliers and sub-contractors 7. Estimating methods 8. Design to Cost 9. Tenders with cost planning 10. Quantification for Estimating 11. Tender planning and method statements 12. Resource costs - labour, materials and plant 13. Unit rate pricing 14. Sub-contractors and market testing 15. Risk, opportunities and inflation 16. Provisional sums and dayworks 17. Preliminaries 18. Cash flow forecasts 19. Completing the estimate and tender settlement 20. Tender submission and results 21. Action with the successful tender 22. Computer-aided estimating

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Book SynopsisTackle the core component of your T Level with this comprehensive resource published in association with City & Guilds.With topic coverage ranging from the principles of construction science and design to workplace relationship management, this book provides complete coverage of the Building Services Engineering for Construction qualification''s core units and will equip you with the skills you need to shape your career.- Break down complex topics with summary tables and hundreds of images and artworks- Apply your knowledge in real-world case studies and discover some of the dilemmas you can expect to face in the workplace- Re-cap knowledge and understanding with ''Key terms'' and ''Test yourself'' features, as well as a detailed glossary- Prepare for your exams and the employer-set project using practice questions and project practice exercises- Develop the functional skills you need to thrive in the industry with English and maths exercises

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Book SynopsisEquip yourself with the tools for success in Electrical Installations with this comprehensive and updated edition of our bestselling textbook, published in association with City & Guilds and IET. - Study with confidence using the most up-to-date information available for the new industry standards, including the 2022 amendments to BS7671: 2018, The IET Wiring Regulations 18th edition - Enhance your understanding of concepts in electrical installation with 100s of clear and accurate technical drawings and step-by-step photo sequences- Practise maths and English in context, with embedded ''Improve your maths'' and ''Improve your English'' activities- Get ready for the workplace with industry tips- Prepare for your trade tests or end-of-year exams with end-of-chapter practice questions - Engage with author Peter Tanner''s accessible text, drawing on his extensive industry experience- Target your learning with detailed qualification mapping grids f

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Book SynopsisEquip learners with the tools for success in a career as a plumber with this comprehensive and updated edition of our bestselling textbook, published in association with City & Guilds.The new edition will help learners to: - Study with confidence, covering all core content for the 6035, 9189 and 8202 specifications, as well as the 355 and 356 plumbing and heating T Level occupational specialisms.- Target learning with detailed qualification mapping grids.- Get to grips with technical content presented in accessible language.- Enhance their understanding of plumbing practice with clear and accurate illustrations and diagrams demonstrating the technical skills you need to master.- Practise maths and English in context, with embedded ''Improve your maths'' and ''Improve your English'' activities.- Test their knowledge with end-of-chapter practice questions, synoptic assessments and practical tasks.- Prepare for the workplace with up-to-date information on relevant key regulations and industry standards.- Keep their knowledge current, with clear coverage of major modern cold water, hot water, central heating, sanitation, rainwater systems and environmental technologies.

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Book SynopsisEquip your learners with the tools for success in a career as a plumber with this comprehensive and updated edition of our bestselling textbook, published in association with City & Guilds.The newly updated and fully revised second edition will help learners:- Study with confidence, covering all core content for the 6035, 9189 and 8202 specifications, as well as the 355 and 356 plumbing and heating T Level occupational specialisms. - Target their learning with detailed qualification mapping grids. - Get to grips with technical content presented in accessible language. - Enhance their understanding of plumbing practice with clear and accurate illustrations and diagrams demonstrating the technical skills they need to master. - Practise maths and English in context, with embedded ''Improve your maths'' and ''Improve your English'' activities. - Test their knowledge with end-of-chapter practice questions and practical tasks. - Prepare for t

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