Construction Management JumpStart: The Best First Step Toward a Career in Construction Management
Launch Your Construction Management Career—Quickly and EffectivelyWritten by an expert with over 20 years of experience as a licensed contractor, the new edition of this bestselling guide has been revised and updated and is more timely than ever. Get a thorough introduction to construction management basics, see how today's hot issues such as sustainability and Building Information Modeling (BIM) are impacting the industry, and master the very latest techniques and tools of the trade.Review the basics, including industry sectors, project players, and professional affiliationsFind out what it takes to be a construction manager, take an aptitude quiz, and check your "fitness"Understand the complete process of design and constructionSee how work is obtained and learn the ins and outs of contract documentsLearn how to estimate project costs, administer contracts, and manage a job siteBuild and maintain a project scheduleMeasure performance, monitor safety, and control qualityIdentify, evaluate, and manage project risksGet up to speed on Building Information Modeling (BIM)In-Depth Coverage for Anyone Considering a Career in Construction ManagementA Valuable Reference and Resource for Those Already in the IndustryIntroduces the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA), the American Institute of Constructors (AIC), and the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA)Certification Programs