Peter Marsh's book has long been recognized as a standard work. With its emphasis on the commercial aspects of contracting, this book represents an eminently practical guide to this complex subject for purchaser and contractor alike. This edition reflects recent changes in case law and legislation, the major change being the passing of the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996. The book also charts changes to model forms of contract conditions, in particular the new PACE forms of government contracts. Contracts covered are those for the construction of buildings and civil engineering works, the supply and installation of mechanical, electrical and process plants and also for computer system and facilities management. Methods of contracting, including PFI schemes, are critically examined and reference is made to the Government's latest thinking on prime contracting. As in previous editions, this book covers contract planning and contract administration, deals with both the preparation and the appraisal of tenders and explains in detail how to draft the key clauses in a contract to ensure the maximum advantage. In this revised version, Contracting for Engineering and Construction Projects will continue to serve the needs of purchasing and contracts staff, engineers, quantity surveyors, project managers and legal advisers seeking a reliable source of guidance.

This report has been written with the specific aim of opening up the subject presented by the Secretary of State to consider the interaction between engineering, the environment, economics and politics.

This work provides a summary of recent research into health and safety on construction sites. Topics covered include: safety and health regulations and statistics; social and human issues on construction safety; health issues in the construction process; and safety training and education.

In 1994, Ray Anderson felt a 'spear in the chest': he realised that his company, billion-dollar carpeting manufacturer Interface, Inc, was plundering the environment with its unsustainable business practices, and that it desperately needed to change direction. Under his leadership, Interface went on to set unprecedented targets for cutting waste, instigated revolutionary recycling initiatives, and encouraged employees at every level of the company to contribute ideas on how to save resources. As a result, the company's greenhouse gas emissions decreased by 82% and are on target to reach zero level by 2020. Not only that, these changes also brought down costs, improved quality, and increased profits. In Confessions of a Radical Industrialist, Ray Anderson shares the remarkable story of how Interface turned itself around, and proves that running your company sustainably isn't radical at all - it's just good business.

Die Autoren erklaren in diesem Praxisbuch anschaulich die strategisch moeglichen Ausrichtungen eines Unternehmens und deren Verknupfung zur Kalkulation. Den Kern des Buches bildet die Kalkulation in den wichtigsten Bausparten (u. a. Hochbau, Strassenbau, Brucken- und Tunnelbau). Besonderheiten der Kalkulation im Auslandsbau, bei Argen, bei der Risikobewertung sowie erweiterten Bauvertragsformen wie Funktionsbau- und GMP-Vertrage und Lebenszykluskosten (z. B. bei PPP) runden die Darstellung ab. Ebenfalls werden die softwaregestutzte Kalkulation und das Building Information Modeling erlautert. Mit erfolgreicher Auftragserteilung setzt dann das projekt- und unternehmensbezogene Controlling ein.

Das Buch enthalt eine umfangreiche Aufgabensammlung zur Festigung und Vertiefung der Kenntnisse im Stahlbetonbau. Zu jedem Themengebiet gibt der Autor praxisbezogene Beispiele mit ausfuhrlichem Losungsweg und begleitenden Erlauterungen. Dabei vermittelt der Autor die Grundlagen der Bemessung und Konstruktion so, dass der Leser ohne zusatzliche Literatur die Beispiele leicht nachvollziehen kann. Als Erganzung zur Bemessung ist die Bewehrung entsprechend den Konstruktionsregeln gewahlt und dargestellt. Die Aufgaben im Abschnitt Klausurtrainer enthalten Zwischenergebnisse und Kontrollwerte, damit Losungsweg und Ergebnis plausibel sind. Das Buch dient Studierenden zur Prufungsvorbereitung und erleichtert Praktikern die Umsetzung der DIN 1045-1.
Die 2. Auflage wurde um die Kapitel System, Schnittgrossen, Tragverhalten von Balken und Platten sowie Bewehrungs- und Konstruktionsregeln erweitert.

The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007 repeal the CDM Regulations 1994 and the Construction (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1996; containing all the legal duties regarding the design and management of a construction project and the safe operating standards expected on a construction site. CDM 2007: Questions and Answers by Pat Perry is a pragmatic, common-sense approach to interpreting the many queries which will inevitably arise from the new Regulations, no matter how simplified they purport to be. The author details practical solutions to a wide range of legal compliance issues and explores answers which go beyond the rather limited information contained in the Approved Code of Practice which supports the Regulations. The various duty holders, project stages and safety issues are dealt with in different chapters and the book can be used for detailed reference or for a quick refresher on specific subjects.

As an immediately useful ready-for adaption model, this manual is a valuable tool for contractors and subcontractors in the construction industry implementing the overwhelming OSHA requirements. Successfully utilized in the field, the Manual can be customized to accomodate all areas of construction.

Construction Safety and Loss Control Program Manual:
-- is topically organized for easy access to essential information;
-- provides interpretations of the generic OSHA requirements specifically suited to the construction industry;
-- offers checklists, summaries, and step-by-step directions for implementation of the requirements.

Liability for every construction company, no matter how large or small, is enormous. The Manual, packed with valuable, applicable, and useable information, is just the tool necessary to minimize a company's liability and improve safety programs and employee awareness.

Jack Russell, well known for his 'contractual terrier' column in the Electrical Times, shares a lifetime's experience of the construction industry, with a style and insight that speaks directly to electrical and mechanical subcontractors. Thousands of subbies have already benefitted from these insights: the streetwise approach to claims avoidance through the implementation and maintenance of basic routines on site, and clear paperwork including the contract and the programme of works. Instead of writing another daunting handbook, Jack Russell's insights are captured in brief, crisp, humorous articles, complemented by a series of cartoons. The text is supported by forms and checklists that have already made it onto site cabin walls around the country. The third edition features new chapters, including coverage of the New Engineering Contract (NEC3) and several new checklists.

Set out along the "RIBA Plan of Work", this work helps designers to understand the practical implications of the legislation, highlighting particular problem areas and offering pointers about how they may be resolved. Noise is a matter of critical concern at every stage of construction projects and is controlled through a broad array of Acts, regulations and standards. Designers are increasingly required to minimise its negative impacts on communities and individuals - be they workers, occupants or neighbours - and failure to do so can disrupt project programmes, increase costs and prejudice building use and client operations. Set out along the "RIBA Plan of Work" and written by a highly respected architect and acoustician, "Legislation Maze: Noise" will help designers to understand the practical implications of the legislation, highlighting particular problem areas and offering pointers about how they may be resolved. Directly relevant legislation such as the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2006, the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007 and Part E of the Building Regulations are covered along with less directly relevant ones such as Environmental Protection Act 1990, and together they offer a handy first point of reference for the busy practitioner. The book is part of the "Legislation Maze" series which comprises short, easy-to-use topic-based guides for construction professionals and students in construction-related fields. It focuses on aspects of design and job management controlled by legislation, regulations and codes where these are otherwise difficult and time-consuming to assimilate.

This report discusses the benefits and costs of partnering and deals with the specifics of the two main types of partnering - project partnering and strategic partnering. It provides practical advice and guidance on how you can apply partnering to your organisation and details the contractual and legal issues.