Construction Project Administration

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Author: Edward R. Fisk

ISBN-10: 0135000076

ISBN-13: 9780135000076

Category: Industry Profiles - Management

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Using simple, straightforward language, this text addresses how a successful construction project is managed and administered from design through construction to closeout. With the goal of uniting the key stakeholders (contractors, architects, engineers, etc) and providing them with a workable system for operating as an effective construction team, Construction Project Administration reflects the latest technology, laws and regulations. Topics pertinent to each stage of a project are introduced and discussed as they occur throughout the life of the project. Numerous real-world examples are included.This edition includes coverage of BIM, the introduction of the 2004 version of CSI Masterformat™ and a complete chapter on electronic project administration. By tracing a construction project from start to finish, Construction Project Administration offers a single source of information for all in the construction industry. Booknews Covers all information needed by design professionals, project managers, contract administrators, and resident engineers or inspectors, laying out steps for conducting on-site project administration. Contains chapters on areas including the project delivery system, resident inspection office responsibilities, documentation, construction laws and labor relations, meetings and negotiations, materials, claims and disputes, and project closeout. Includes chapter problems, sample forms, and b&w photos of building sites. Fisk is a construction consultant in Orange, CA, and teaches short courses for the University of California and the University of Washington. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

1The Project Delivery System12Responsibility and Authority353Resident Project Representative Office Responsibilities504Documentation: Records and Reports755Electronic Project Administration1216Specifications and Drawings1447Using the Specifications in Contract Administration1738Construction Laws and Labor Relations2079Construction Safety22410Meetings and Negotiations24011Risk Allocation and Liability Sharing26312Preconstruction Operations28013Planning for Construction32714Fundamentals of CPM Construction Scheduling35215Construction Operations39016Value Engineering40617Measurement and Payment42318Construction Materials and Workmanship47719Changes and Extra Work50120Claims and Disputes52221Project Closeout577Bibliography613Index619Forms Index633Flowchart Index635