Construction Management

After advising hundreds of contractors for fifteen years, author Chad Prinkey knows it comes down to having the right systems and culture in place across your business. In his book Well Built, Prinkey lays out the roadmap for contractors to make meaningful upgrades in how they operate, strategize, manage teams, win new business, and deliver for customers. You'll learn the step-by-step process contractors can use to join the top 2% and gain durable competitive advantages that increase profits for the long haul.

The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management, 5th Edition: The Comprehensive, Easy to Read Handbook for Beginners and Pros is a comprehensive guide to real-world project management methods, tools, and techniques. Practical, easy-to-use, and deeply thorough, this book gives you the answers you need now. You'll find cutting-edge ideas and hard-won wisdom of one of the field's leading experts, delivered in short, lively segments that address common management issues.

Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this piercing work distills 3,000 years of the history of power into 48 well-explicated laws. This bold volume outlines the laws of power in their unvarnished essence, synthesizing the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, Carl von Clausewitz, and other infamous strategists. The 48 Laws of Power will fascinate any listener interested in gaining, observing, or defending against ultimate control.

Few construction companies fail because of poor building practice; they fail because of poor pricing practice. To succeed in construction, you have to price your jobs to cover all labor, material, and overhead expenses, pay yourself a decent salary, and make a profit that will keep your company thriving.

Most project managers don't have a formal education. Unfortunately, they need to collect bits and pieces of knowledge all over the internet. Sometimes, it feels like you need to fly an airplane while still building it. Moreover, there's a huge gap between the theory and practice of project management! You can spend hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars on certifications, but still, you won't know what to do with all this knowledge. You won't feel confident about running a project in a real company with a real team. That's why reading Project Management Institute's PMBOK® Guide is not ...

An easy to read practical guide that takes the reader through the whys, whats, and who in the construction industry, providing invaluable tips and insights to both new entrants to construction as well as those with year's of experience. Construction is desperate for good, experienced, skilled and dedicated supervisors and foremen. Construction needs you. Being a construction supervisor or foreman is challenging, it’s hard work, but it’s also rewarding watching projects take shape under your watch. A supervisor’s job is never boring – every day is different, every construction ...

Project managers are no longer judged by the technical success of their projects alone. They're also held accountable for their contributions to the company's financial goals. Yet most project managers don't have the business knowledge necessary to make project-based decisions that lead to bottom-line success.

The business of creating our built environment remains largely siloed and disconnected today. Owners, designers, construction managers, and trade contractors each defend their profit margins by shifting risk to others and focusing on their own piece of the puzzle. Lean thinking promises to change all this, yet has proven particularly difficult to implement in the building industry. Better Building provides a practical model for putting lean thinking into action and improving the experience of project work. Based on years of experience shifting mindsets and behaviors, this model answers the ...

"Unlock the doors to triumph in construction project management with 'Building Success: A Guide to Construction Project Management for Emerging Professionals.' Crafted exclusively for aspiring project managers, this compelling guide is a masterclass in navigating the intricate landscape of construction projects. Immerse yourself in a transformative journey that transcends traditional boundaries, offering emerging professionals a blueprint for success. This literary cornerstone provides a comprehensive roadmap, instilling confidence and expertise in project managers-to-be. From foundational ...

Construction industry business coach, speaker, and author, Shawn Van Dyke, has taken the core concepts of Mike Michalowicz's Profit First and customized them to address the specific needs of the construction industry. Profit First for Contractors addresses the major struggles contractors face and provides clear and actionable guidance on how to overcome them. Shawn shows contractors how to go from simply getting by to becoming permanently profitable.

Are you looking for that construction estimating ‘Edge’ over your competition on project bid day? Or...maybe you’re a new construction estimator ready to start your career with ‘real-world’ knowledge in your back pocket but didn’t know where to look? Stop…..look no further and keep reading! Construction Project Estimating 101 is your complete real-world hands-on “How To” guidebook that ensures your construction estimating success right from day one! Author P.D. Mason is a skilled trades professional and a 27-year construction veteran with nearly two decades, and millions ...

Construction Scrum: How to Deliver Projects Easier, Better, and Faster is the first practical guide for construction professionals to implement the Scrum framework in the construction industry.

Embark on a journey through the dynamic and demanding world of construction with "Constructing Success," a comprehensive eBook designed to equip readers with the foundational building blocks for excellence in construction management. As the industry experiences rapid evolution, this groundbreaking volume unveils the ins and outs of navigating the multifaceted terrain of modern construction projects. From the concrete foundations to the soaring skyscrapers, "Constructing Success" is your blueprint to understand the multi-layered aspects of construction management. The first chapter lays a ...

Are you ready to take your skills as a construction equipment operator to the next level? Look no further than The Ultimate Guide to Construction Equipment Operating. This comprehensive eBook covers everything you need to know to excel in this exciting and lucrative field. You'll start by gaining a deep understanding of the role of a construction equipment operator and the job requirements you'll need to meet. From there, you'll explore the job market and learn about the education and training that will prepare you for success. But that's just the beginning. In The Ultimate Guide, you'll ...

"Time is Money: Maximizing Efficiency in Construction Project Management" is your indispensable guide to achieving unparalleled efficiency in the dynamic world of construction management. Tailored for project managers, this book unveils a treasure trove of strategies to streamline processes, optimize workflows, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. With a focus on real-world challenges project managers face, each chapter is a roadmap to success, offering actionable insights on time management, resource allocation, and technology. From effective communication ...

Are you looking to enter the thriving world of heavy equipment operation? Look no further than the Heavy Equipment Operator Handbook! This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of the heavy equipment industry, from the basics of heavy equipment operation to the challenges faced by operators in the field. With 20 chapters filled with valuable information, this eBook is the ultimate resource for anyone looking to begin a career in this exciting industry. Chapter 1 provides an introduction to the heavy equipment industry, while Chapter 2 dives into the different types of heavy equipment and ...

Small Business for Dummies has been a leading resource for starting and running a small business. Calling upon their more than six decades of combined experience running small businesses, Eric Tyson and Jim Schell once again provide time-tested advice and the latest information on starting and growing a small business.

Project Management All-in-One for Dummies is the premier go-to for PMs looking for hands-on information and advice to take their organizational, planning, and execution skills to new heights. In this book you will find: Project Management for Dummies, Agile Project Management for Dummies, Project Management Checklists for Dummies, Managing Millennials for Dummies, SCRUM for Dummies, Microsoft Project 2019, Product Management for Dummies, and Enterprise Agility for Dummies....

Too many workplaces are driven by cynicism, paranoia, and self-interest. But the best ones foster trust and cooperation because their leaders build what Sinek calls a "Circle of Safety" that separates the security inside the team from the challenges outside. Sinek illustrates his ideas with fascinating true stories that range from the military to big business, from government to investment banking.

In this book, author Chris Penasa shows you how to attain consistency, profitability, and scalability in your construction or trade business. As the cofounder of the industry-leading coaching practice Small Business Growth Partners, Chris has helped develop a proven system for unlocking organizational growth. Whether you’ve been struggling with personnel issues, marketing, sales, processes, or anything in between, this book will help you transform your pain points into strengths.