Project Scheduling and Management for Construction - Softcover

Pierce Jr., David R.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1118367804 ISBN 13: 9781118367803

Publisher: RSMeans, 2013

Synopsis

First published in 1988 by RS Means, the new edition of Project Scheduling and Management for Construction has been substantially revised for students enrolled in construction management and civil engineering programs. While retaining its emphasis on developing practical, professional-level scheduling skills, the new edition is a relatable, real-world case study that can be used over the course of a semester. The book also includes classroom elements like exercises, quizzes, skill-building exercises, as well as an instructor's manual including two additional new cases.

About this title

From the Back Cover

For Contractors, Project Managers, Schedulers, Estimators, and Owners/Managers of Construction Firms . . .

This is a comprehensive, yet easy-to-follow guide to construction project planning and control, from vital project management principles to the latest scheduling, tracking, and controlling techniques. The author explains how to think through and prepare a schedule and then use it effectively to manage your projects. The book helps you quickly understand and master this complex topic.

Includes:

• Computerized Scheduling Techniques
• Preconstruction Planning
• Determining Activity Sequence
• Thinking Through the Schedule
• Tracking and Controls
• Managing Resources Effectively
• Submittal Data and Procurement Procedures
• Complete Sample Project Demonstration and Documentation
• Cost Analysis and Control
• Linear Scheduling Methods

New in This Edition:

• A real-world case study is used throughout the book to illustrate key scheduling and controlling techniques
• Example exercises and problems are provided to help readers develop scheduling skills
• Sample Microsoft Project outputs illustrate how CPM software can be used to display schedule information

About the Author

David R. Pierce, Jr. has been involved in construction project management for more than forty years as a Professor of Construction Management, and as a scheduler, project engineer, and consultant on commercial and industrial projects. His teaching career includes service at the University of Florida, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and Southern Polytechnic State University, Marietta, Georgia. His field experience includes working as a consultant specializing in CPM scheduling, and in forensic consulting, specializing in cost and delay claims.

Edition details

• Publisher: RSMeans
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1118367804
• ISBN 13: 9781118367803
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 272