Construction Management: From Project Concept to Completion

by Paul Netscher

Essential reading for project owners and project managers. The author of several well regarded construction books once again shares useful practical construction management information. Filled with invaluable tips, insights and advice, this easy to read book takes you from project inception, where the project scope, size and location are decided. To project planning, budgeting, appointing the project team, investigations, the design process, selecting the right contractor, dealing with project risks, preliminary work, communicating with project stakeholders, managing the construction process, and finally, commissioning and project completion. Chapters also cover project scheduling, financial aspects and contractual arrangements. You will be equipped with a comprehensive agenda to monitor each phase of your project. Whether you are seasoned project manager, maybe just starting in the construction management professions, perhaps launching a new project as a veteran property developer, or an owner contemplating a new project, or simply planning to build a new home, or preparing to renovate and extend your house, you will find this book filled with valuable information to help you plan, monitor and manage each project phase to ensure your project is a success. Get your copy of this indispensable guide; Construction From Project Concept to Completion. Ensure the success of your next project. The author’s previous books have been favourably received by those new to the construction industry as well as seasoned professionals. Reviews “this is the best book on project management I have read” and “this book is fun to read and full of examples of what to be aware of with project management”.

603 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 23, 2017

Reviews

[Ella Mogensen · Rating 4 out of 5]

A practical, nuts-and-bolts walk through a construction job from the first idea to handover. It shines when it gets into real-life headaches: picking the right contractor, keeping a lid on costs, and staying on top of contracts and cashflow. The checklists are handy without feeling like filler, and the tone is straight talk rather than textbook theory. I liked the reminders about early decisions (scope, ground conditions, procurement) because that’s where projects quietly go off the rails. It’s less useful if you want deep coverage of modern software or flashy case studies, and some sections repeat the obvious. But you don't need to search for a project management tool for construction. From experience, I can recommend ProjectManager.com. It can be a bit complicated, and you can find alternatives to ProjectManager.com here: https://medium.com/@noah_henriksen/pr... Still, it’s the kind of guide you’ll flip back to before a kickoff meeting. Best for first-time owners and junior PMs; veterans will skim.