Successful Construction Supply Chain Management
Successful Construction Supply Chain Management

Author: Stephen Pryke

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2020-02-25

Total Pages: 382

ISBN-13: 1119450683

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Provides a unique overview of supply chain management (SCM) concepts, illustrating how the methodology can help enhance construction industry project success This book provides a unique appraisal of supply chain management (SCM) concepts brought together with lessons from industry and analysis gathered from extensive research on how supply chains are managed in the construction industry. The research from leading international academics has been drawn together with the experience from some of the industry's foremost SCM practitioners to provide both the experienced researcher and the industry practitioner a thorough grounding in its principles, as well as an illustration of SCM as a methodology for enhancing construction industry project success. The new edition of Successful Construction Supply Chain Management: Concepts and Case Studies incorporate chapters dealing with Building Information Modelling, sustainability, the ‘Demand Chain' in projects, the link between self-organizing networks and supply chains, decision-making, ‘Lean,’ and mega-projects. Other chapters cover risk transfer and allocation, behaviors, innovation, trust, supply chain design, alliances, and knowledge transfer. Supply Chain Management techniques have been used successfully in various industries, such as manufacturing and food processing, for decades Fully updated with new chapters dealing with key construction industry topics such as BIM, sustainability, the ‘Demand Chain' in projects, ‘Lean,’ mega-projects, and more Includes contributions from well established academics and practitioners from Network Rail, mainstream construction, and consultancy Illustrates how SCM methodologies can be used to enhance construction industry project success Successful Construction Supply Chain Management: Concepts and Case Studies is an ideal book for postgraduate students at MSc and PhD level studying the topic and for all construction management practitioners.

Principles of Applied Civil Engineering Design
Principles of Applied Civil Engineering Design

Author: Ying-Kit Choi

Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780784414736

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Ying-Kit Choi details the guidelines, principles, and philosophy needed to produce design documents for heavy civil engineering projects.

Civil Engineering Procedure
Civil Engineering Procedure

Author: Institution of Civil Engineers (Great Britain)

Publisher: Thomas Telford Services Limited

Published: 2009-01-01

Total Pages: 172

ISBN-13: 9780727735249

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Presents an introduction to the key project stages from conception through to completion of construction and then beyond to handing over the resulting structures and services for use. This book covers: project promotion, strategy and design; latest forms of contracts for construction; and partnering, alliancing and programme management.

Engineer Your Own Success
Engineer Your Own Success

Author: Anthony Fasano

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2015-01-07

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 1118659643

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Focusing on basic skills and tips for career enhancement, Engineer Your Own Success is a guide to improving efficiency and performance in any engineering field. It imparts valuable organization tips, communication advice, networking tactics, and practical assistance for preparing for the PE exam—every necessary skill for success. Authored by a highly renowned career coach, this book is a battle plan for climbing the rungs of any engineering ladder.

Engineering for Sustainable Communities
Engineering for Sustainable Communities

Author: William Edward Kelly

Publisher:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 466

ISBN-13: 9780784414811

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Engineering for Sustainable Communities: Principles and Practices defines and outlines sustainable engineering methods for real-world engineering projects.

Probabilistic Machine Learning for Civil Engineers
Probabilistic Machine Learning for Civil Engineers

Author: James-A. Goulet

Publisher: MIT Press

Published: 2020-04-14

Total Pages: 298

ISBN-13: 0262538709

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An introduction to key concepts and techniques in probabilistic machine learning for civil engineering students and professionals; with many step-by-step examples, illustrations, and exercises. This book introduces probabilistic machine learning concepts to civil engineering students and professionals, presenting key approaches and techniques in a way that is accessible to readers without a specialized background in statistics or computer science. It presents different methods clearly and directly, through step-by-step examples, illustrations, and exercises. Having mastered the material, readers will be able to understand the more advanced machine learning literature from which this book draws. The book presents key approaches in the three subfields of probabilistic machine learning: supervised learning, unsupervised learning, and reinforcement learning. It first covers the background knowledge required to understand machine learning, including linear algebra and probability theory. It goes on to present Bayesian estimation, which is behind the formulation of both supervised and unsupervised learning methods, and Markov chain Monte Carlo methods, which enable Bayesian estimation in certain complex cases. The book then covers approaches associated with supervised learning, including regression methods and classification methods, and notions associated with unsupervised learning, including clustering, dimensionality reduction, Bayesian networks, state-space models, and model calibration. Finally, the book introduces fundamental concepts of rational decisions in uncertain contexts and rational decision-making in uncertain and sequential contexts. Building on this, the book describes the basics of reinforcement learning, whereby a virtual agent learns how to make optimal decisions through trial and error while interacting with its environment.

Management Essentials for Civil Engineers
Management Essentials for Civil Engineers

Author: Cody A Pennetti

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2024-09-24

Total Pages: 532

ISBN-13: 1119851602

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The Civil Engineer's Guide to Effective Project Management The success of a project requires more than technical calculations and designs. As detailed in this book, effective management of civil engineering projects requires the ability to align project operations with the broader context of stakeholder objectives. Management Essentials for Civil Engineers offers a comprehensive guide for civil engineers seeking to enhance their project management and business development skills, focusing on integrating technical expertise with strategic leadership and organizational insight. Essential Concepts Included in this Book: Tailored Project Management Principles designed explicitly for civil engineers to align project outcomes with defined objectives for success. Leadership and Power Dynamics to understand and leverage various forms of power for leading teams towards consistently achieving objectives. Risk Navigation to develop skills in anticipating, managing, and responding effectively to threats and opportunities. Contract Law and Liability covering the complexities specific to civil engineering. Effective Communication strategies to enhance interactions with diverse clients, design teams, and stakeholders. Focus on Value Creation, shifting from technical solutions to creating significant value in projects. Systems Perspective viewing projects as integral components of broader operational frameworks, including program and portfolio management Supplementing the content of each chapter is a narrative that threads through the core topics of this book, providing tangible context to theoretical constructs. This narrative approach makes the book more engaging and helps readers to apply the concepts in practice. Authored by three professionals with backgrounds in engineering, law, and business, this book combines insightful experiences with practical recommendations. The interdisciplinary approach underscores the book's comprehensive nature, as it provides theoretical constructs and practical recommendations that can be directly applied to real-world projects. A resource designed for both emerging leaders and seasoned professionals, this textbook offers a tailored approach to project management and leadership for civil engineers. It provides the tools to navigate projects toward success, ensuring sustainability and alignment with broader objectives.