| Description |
242 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm |
| Contents |
Ch. 1. The Stale of the Construction Industry -- Ch. 2. Estimating and Project Management Roles -- Ch. 3. The Decision to Bid -- Ch. 4. Preparing for the Estimate -- Ch. 5. Preparing the Estimate -- Ch. 6. Bid Day Procedures -- Ch. 7. After the Bid -- Ch. 8. The Paperwork -- Ch. 9. Contractual Considerations -- Ch. 10. Other Topics -- Ch. 11. Managing Project Risks -- Ch. 12. Lessons to be Learned |
| Summary |
A useful overview for both beginners and seasoned professionals, this book provides insight and practical guidelines on the day-to-day processes of construction estimating and project management. Kitchens reviews the varied tasks of the estimator, project manager, and project superintendent, from the decision to bid to completing paperwork and managing project risks. He draws from his years of professional experience, as well as case histories, to examine estimate preparation, procedures to follow on bid day, job site safety, quality assurance, financial considerations, cost control, and much more. Ethics in construction, errors in estimating and project management, and information regarding training key personnel are also addressed |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 232-236) and index |
| Subject |
Building -- Estimates -- United States.
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Building -- Superintendence -- United States.
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| LC no. |
95048347 |
| ISBN |
0784401489 |
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