Overview
How many of us have been told after we graduated that what you studied in books is one thing and how it works in reality is something different! This book is a complete guide that takes you through all phases of a project from its inception, through design, all the way to construction completion teaching the concepts from a real life everyday perspective. It will give you step by step best practices injecting that element that no one talks about, human nature, egos and agendas. Don't kid yourself, when you manage projects you will be managing people more than construction. Whether you are managing projects as an Owner's representative, for a Contractor, if you are an Architect or an Owner who wishes to understand all aspects of projects. Whether you just started or already a practicing professional, this book will benefit you immediately. The book is an easy read stile that feels like a conversation more than a lecture.
Full Product Details
Author: Jamil Soucar
Publisher: Ewings Publishing LLC
Imprint: Ewings Publishing LLC
Dimensions:
Width: 15.20cm
, Height: 1.00cm
, Length: 22.90cm
Weight: 0.268kg
ISBN: 9798886402681
Pages: 178
Publication Date: 15 September 2022
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
This book is probably one of the best primers on the market for anyone who wants to increase their professional knowledge on the complexities, nuances, and challenges in the construction industry. This book should be on the shelf of anyone who wants to sharpen their skills in construction management Tom Turner Turner Construction Jamil Soucar offers a high quality treatise on the entire concept of construction management Grady Harp Amazon Hall of Fame Top 100 Reviewer Jamil Soucar is a valuable resource because of his extensive knowledge of construction management. Jay Moore Ventura County Community College District This book is a compact, yet comprehensive, invaluable guide, not only for anyone contemplating a career in the industry, but also for those who are considering undertaking a construction project. Susan Keefe Midwest Book Review 5 Stars If you are a student and are in the process of studying to become a construction manager then an investment in a copy of this book would certainly be worthwhile. Norm Goldman Book Pleasures.com Former Civil Law Title Attorney, Canada
Author Information
I've been in the construction industry since 1983. I hold a Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering. Held several licenses including a B-General Contractor and Real Estate. Have a Construction Management consulting Business in Los Angeles, California where we consult to General Contractors, Owners, Architects, and provide expert witness service to Construction Attorneys. Throughout my career, I've held a wide variety of positions and had the opportunity to work in various roles, from digging dirt in a crawl space to a Senior Project Manager overseeing over 560 projects from inception to closeout.
