Product Description

<b>Construction Scheduling: Preparation, Liabillity and Claims, Second Edition</b>, is a valuable resource for those who require a working knowledge of scheduling principles, their implementation under everyday circumstances, and the legal application of those principles. The authors place special emphasis not only on planning and implementing the construction schedule as a management tool, but also on the application of scheduling principles and procedures by the courts and boards of contract appeals. Some of the more salient issues that arise throughout the life of a construction project included in this book are:<li class=copymedium>drafting scheduling specifications, identification of accepted and suggested techniques for CPM claims analysis<li class=copymedium>an in-depth look at software abuses<li class=copymedium>and alternatives for dispute resolution of claims</ul>

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #419529 in Books
• Published on: 2002-03
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 1130 pages

From the Publisher
For those who require a working knowledge of construction scheduling principles and their legal implications. Special emphasis is placed on planning and implementing the schedule as a management tool and the application of scheduling principles and procedures by courts and boards of contract appeals. The main areas covered are: how to schedule and who is responsible; legal responsibilities of scheduling; using the schedule to calculate delay and lost productivity claims, dispute resolution of scheduling claims, and the role of the expert.

Customer Reviews

Comprehensive, Useable, and Readable
The book was a long read and made some challenging conclusions but provided me with specific, valuable knowledge in serious construction scheduling topics such as extension of time claims and time impact analysis. The examples included are many as are the case studies. The book opened my mind as to the significant capability the construction schedule can have on making or breaking the profitablility of a compressed project or one that is prone to delays. The book is a must read for consultants on the matter but also important to senior project controls staff.

As former construction scheduler...
...who later became a construction lawyer, I cannot recommend this book highly enough. This book was written by pioneers in both fields and merges them very well.

No, its not exactly 'beach reading,' but I particularly liked the ethical aspects that were discussed. Its a very practical book, outlining the cases in logical order and explaining the scheduling process with just the right level of detail.

Scheduling goes to the heart of construction contract 'liquidated damages' disputes, an issue that countless hours are wasted on every day. If more people in the construction industry understood the concepts in this book, and applied them rigorously, we'd all benefit.