Product Description

An exhaustive, business-boosting reference, Construction Operations Manual of Policies and Procedures, Fourth Edition, by Andrew Civitello, Jr., is loaded with procedures and step-by-step details for successfully managing construction operations. You get nearly 500 pages of methods, strategies and tactics, forms and ready-to-copy letters all laid out for you in a concise, easy-to-grasp style. This new edition, now the most timely, complete, and useful guide available for managing construction, packs over 20% more forms, and checklists. It also covers new developments in construction management software, as well as new material devoted to the Design-Build process. Included CD-ROM packs project delivery forms, word-for-word letters, sample letters, and checklists to make the overall construction project management process easier and more efficient.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #505459 in Books
• Published on: 2005-08-26
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 480 pages

Book Info
Addresses how to ease time pressures, organizational hassles, procedural dilemmas, materials and cost wrangles, and legal and regulatory issues. Includes cost control, budgeting, and planning outlines. CD-ROM includes downloadable forms, ready-to-use letters, checklists, and sample management software.

From the Back Cover
Turn a Profit on Every Construction Project with Expert Tips and Techniques

An exhaustive, business-boosting reference, Construction Operations Manual of Policies and Procedures, Fourth Edition, by Andrew Civitello, Jr., is loaded with procedures for successfully managing construction operations. Readers will find over 300 pages of methods, strategies and tactics, forms and ready-to-copy letters all laid out in a concise, easy-to-grasp style.

This timely new edition is a complete and useful guide for managing construction and features numerous new forms and templates. It also offers in-depth coverage of recent advances in claims and dispute resolution. New material is also devoted to the design-build process. The author explores the distinctions between each of the project delivery formats, and delivers enhanced coverage of safety and loss control. The included CD-ROM offers electronic versions of many of the project management tools that are included in the book.

This updated and expanded manual not only covers all phases of construction operations management, it also provides:

• Operations -- simplifying, step-by-step procedures for easy learning
• Safety and loss control, planning, scheduling, and funds analysis
• Easy referencing of policies, procedures, and forms for all administrative clerical functions
• Accompanying CD-ROM includes word-for-word letters, form letters, and checklists

Cut down on paperwork with this time-saving, business-boosting reference and keep your construction operation running smoothly.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Andrew Civitello, Jr. owns his own construction management consulting company with offices in Florida and Connecticut specializing in project management, scheduling, and construction claims. Previously, he was the President of Civitello Building Company in Connecticut. He is the author of Construction Manager and Complete Contracting by McGraw-Hill.

About the Author
Andrew Civitello, Jr. (Hamden, CT) owns his own company near Tampa Florida (Valrico, FL) and a newly established branch in Connecticut specializing in project management and scheduling. Previously he was President of Civitello Construction Company in Connecticut, a family owned construction company. Andy is the author of Construction Manager and Complete Contracting (McGraw-Hill) and Contractor’s Guide to Change Orders, (Prentice Hall).

Customer Reviews

WONDERFUL !!
I am running a construction company and my basic mindset is functional business development. I recently purchased this Construction Operations Manual and I am extremely satisfied. The book almost perfectly addresses a wide array of issues, actually, it's phenomenal! It simply is a 'construction operations manual.' I have not read anything that would come close to this book in terms of running a practical construction company.

Furthermore, this is basic business development. In my opinion it is a balanced and structured way of creating and operating any business in general. Whether it be a construction, technology or scuba diving companies, these basic functional principles of running a business will not change. It is a fabulous book.

There is some room for improvement. The cd-rom with forms templates is fairly large and it forms facilitates many issues, however I personally have put together a compilation of templates 4x as large. Therefore, there is a way to create a better manual by adding more forms to the cd-rom.

Overall, i give the Construction Operations Manual two thumbs up, five stars and lots of support.

Just like buying a franchise
Most spend thousands in buying a franchise. This book has what you need to build a successful system yourself at much less cost.

Good but could be better
Author has huge experience in construction industry, but I expected something like a guideline - simple in structure, focused on essence. Topics are covered with plenty of words, could be simpler. However generally it is worth having this book.