Construction Planning for Engineers
Author: Fletcher Hughes Griffis
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies
Published: 2000
Total Pages: 394
ISBN-13:
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Handbook for Construction Planning and Scheduling
Author: Andrew Baldwin
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 2014-06-23
Total Pages: 434
ISBN-13: 0470670320
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe authoritative industry guide on good practice for planning and scheduling in construction This handbook acts as a guide to good practice, a text to accompany learning and a reference document for those needing information on background, best practice, and methods for practical application. A Handbook for Construction Planning & Scheduling presents the key issues of planning and programming in scheduling in a clear, concise and practical way. The book divides into four main sections: Planning and Scheduling within the Construction Context; Planning and Scheduling Techniques and Practices; Planning and Scheduling Methods; Delay and Forensic Analysis. The authors include both basic concepts and updates on current topics demanding close attention from the construction industry, including planning for sustainability, waste, health and safety and Building Information Modelling (BIM). The book is especially useful for early career practitioners - engineers, quantity surveyors, construction managers, project managers - who may already have a basic grounding in civil engineering, building and general construction but lack extensive planning and scheduling experience. Students will find the website helpful with worked examples of the methods and calculations for typical construction projects plus other directed learning material. This authoritative industry guide on good practice for planning and scheduling in construction is written in a direct, informative style with a clear presentation enabling easy access of the relevant information with a companion website providing additional resources and learning support material. the authoritative industry guide on construction planning and scheduling direct informative writing style and clear presentation enables easy access of the relevant information companion website provides additional learning material.
The Engineer's Manual of Construction Site Planning
Author: Jüri Sutt
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 2013-05-28
Total Pages: 117
ISBN-13: 1118556070
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis handbook addresses problems facing the engineer when preparing to build, both during the contract bidding phase and after a contract has been concluded. It offers clear guidelines for planning the resources and machinery on site, as well as the safe positioning of roads, cranes, storage and temporary buildings. Site planning activities are presented here in logical sequence, offering an efficient and safe design of the construction site and of the temporary works. The book describes the process of engineering preparation of on-site construction works in all phases of the construction life-cycle, from the design phase - preparing the financial plan and procurement scheme for the owner before tendering the contract; the tendering phase; and after bid completion. A list of procedures is presented for planning the construction site in order to simplify the engineer’s work of site and temporary works planning. The Engineer’s Manual of Construction Site Planning is for all those involved in the planning of construction sites, construction managers, construction engineers and quantity surveyors, as well as for students in civil engineering and construction.
Project Management for Construction
Author: Chris Hendrickson
Publisher: Chris Hendrickson
Published: 1989
Total Pages: 425
ISBN-13: 0137312660
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Author: Nolberto Munier
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Published: 2012-08-16
Total Pages: 262
ISBN-13: 9400744765
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAs a companion to books on project-management theory, this book illustrates, in a down-to-earth, comprehensive style, how to put that theory into practice. In addition to the many examples that illustrate procedures, the book includes over 25 case studies, each one addressing a specific theme. Key topics, such as project selection, negotiations, planning and scheduling, cost and budgeting, project control, human resources, environmental impacts, risk management, and financial evaluation, are discussed, using a step-by-step approach. Beginning at the grassroots level, some cases are solved by hand to illustrate the mechanics of a procedure, while others are solved using advanced computer programs. In this way the reader has a clear idea of the problem, how and when to raise the issue, information needed (and who can provide it), how to solve it by hand, when possible, and also its resolution using the latest informatics tools.
Project Engineering
Author: Frederick Plummer
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
Published: 2011-04-08
Total Pages: 240
ISBN-13: 0080546218
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFor newly hired young engineers assigned to their first real 'project', there has been little to offer in the way of advice on 'where to begin', 'what to look out for and avoid', and 'how to get the job done right'. This book gives this advice from an author with long experience as senior engineer in government and industry (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Exxon-Mobil). Beginning with guidance on understanding the typical organizational structure of any type of technical firm or company, author Plummer incorporates numerous hands-on examples and provides help on getting started with a project team, understanding key roles, and avoiding common pitfalls. In addition, he offers unique help on first-time experiences of working in other countries with engineering cultures that can be considerably different from the US. - Reviews essentials of management for any new engineer suddenly thrust into responsibility - Emphasizes skills that can get you promoted—and pitfalls that can get you fired - Expanded case study to show typical evolution of a new engineer handed responsibility for a major design project
Construction Planning, Equipment, and Methods
Author: Robert Leroy Peurifoy
Publisher:
Published: 1956
Total Pages: 534
ISBN-13:
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Author: Sidney M Levy
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
Published: 2009-09-24
Total Pages: 392
ISBN-13: 0080949800
DOWNLOAD EBOOKBy their very nature, construction projects can create seemingly endless opportunities for conflict. Written by a best selling author with over 40 years of experiences in the construction and general contracting business, Construction Process Planning and Management provides you with the necessary tools to save time and money on your construction project. In this book, Sid Levy provides valuable advice for avoiding or working through the common problems that are a result of the long-term nature of construction projects, failure to select a ?project delivery system? appropriate to the project, incomplete drawing and specifications, unrealistic scheduling, poor communication and coordination among participants, and inadequate contract administration. From project genesis, through design development to contractor and contract selection, on to construction oversight, punch list and successful project close-out, this book will point out those pitfalls to avoid and offer practical advice at every step along the way. Administer the general construction process including solicitation of contractor's qualifications (pre-qualify bidders), comparative analysis of bid packages, recommendation for contract award, contract document negotiation and documentation of job change orders Provide Project Planning and on-site management and coordination of all construction projects Ensure compliance of building construction rules and regulations and collaborate with chief engineers to monitor quality of construction Conduct technical/plan review of construction documents and submit written responses identifying required corrections or changes Design, implement and oversee Company standards for construction policies, practices and processes
Airport Engineering
Author: Norman J. Ashford
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 2011-04-06
Total Pages: 770
ISBN-13: 1118005473
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFirst published in 1979, Airport Engineering by Ashford and Wright, has become a classic textbook in the education of airport engineers and transportation planners. Over the past twenty years, construction of new airports in the US has waned as construction abroad boomed. This new edition of Airport Engineering will respond to this shift in the growth of airports globally, with a focus on the role of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), while still providing the best practices and tested fundamentals that have made the book successful for over 30 years.
Constructability in Building and Engineering Projects
Author: Alan Griffith
Publisher: Palgrave
Published: 1995
Total Pages: 185
ISBN-13: 9780333588154
DOWNLOAD EBOOKConstructability has been defined as the optimum integration of construction knowledge and experience in planning, engineering, procurement and field operations to achieve overall project objectives. Those who advocate it as a concept claim that it can bring real benefits to all involved - clients, consultants, contractors and users. This book provides for the advanced student or practitioner a review of the concepts, principles and practices of constructability at each stage of the total construction process.
