Anywhere: Construction management (Keywords)

It is not enough for architects to be artistic, have design ability and an understanding of construction. They require a good business sense, need to be competent administrators, and have a knowledge of the law and other constraints that affect buildings in the UK. This book explains such matters.

Developed for trainee and practising building professionals, this volume develops the concept of a "satisfactory" building, in terms of its performance both as a whole and as a series of interrelated elements. The text provides complete coverage of relevant parts of the CIOB Member syllabus.

A guide to the role of the construction industry in a social, organizational and economic context, providing the framework in which technological decisions have to be made. The book is aimed at students taking the CIOB Member exams and those on Building and Surveying courses.

Behind the success of any construction project is the effective site management of the works by the principal contracting organization. This text provides a comprehensive introduction to the key management concepts, principles and practices that contribute to project success.

A practical guide dealing with the art of site supervision and the practicalities of the supervisor's role particularly in production, administration and personnel. It covers BTEC and Advanced Craft Certificate and can be used for courses in site practice, foremanship etc.

Provides an overview of information systems development and management practice, taking an information systems project from its conception through its construction and operation to its theoretical foundations, and consideration of the problems of managing and resourcing the systems.