Construction Process Planning and Management: An Owner's Guide to Successful Projects
Owner's Successful: Construction Process Planning and Management is a practical guide for owners overseeing construction projects from early planning through close-out. Its described coverage includes choosing a project delivery system, contractor and contract selection, scheduling, communication, construction oversight, change orders, and project close-out.
At a glance
- Covers the project lifecycle from project genesis and design development through construction oversight and close-out.
- Discusses contractor qualification, bid-package comparison, award recommendations, contract documentation and change orders.
- Addresses common process challenges such as scheduling, communication, coordination and contract administration.
Reference price: $104.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- The owner-focused scope connects planning decisions with contractor selection, construction oversight and close-out.
- Its described topics include practical administrative work such as comparing bids and documenting job change orders.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Butterworth-Heinemann |
|---|---|
| Publication date | October 8, 2009 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 392 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1856175480 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1856175487 |
| Weight listed | 2.15 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 7.75 x 1.25 x 9.5 inches |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The publisher description presents the book as practical guidance, but does not establish that its advice reflects current codes, regulations or contract practices. Confirm applicable requirements for your project and location.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Owners preparing to select contractors or define a construction project delivery approach.
- Readers seeking a broad reference on construction planning, contract administration and project close-out.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for current jurisdiction-specific legal, regulatory or technical advice without consulting up-to-date sources.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
What project stages does the book cover?
The description says it follows work from project genesis and design development through contractor and contract selection, construction oversight, punch list and project close-out.
Does it discuss selecting and administering contractors?
Yes. The supplied description covers contractor qualifications, comparing bid packages, recommendations for contract awards, contract documentation and change orders.
Is this a current guide to building codes and regulations?
The listing describes guidance on construction rules and regulations but does not establish that the material is current. Check current requirements for the relevant location and project.
What are the publication details?
The listing identifies a first edition published by Butterworth-Heinemann on October 8, 2009, in English, with a listed print length of 392 pages.
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