Students studying construction management and related subjects need to have a broad understanding of the major aspects of controlling the building processes. Operations Management for Construction is one of three textbooks (Business Organisation; Operations Management and Finance Control) written to systematically cover the field.Focusing on construction sites and operations which are challenging to run; Chris March explores issues such as the setting up of the site; the deciding of the methodology of construction; and the sequence of work and resourcing. As changing and increasing regulations affect the way sites are managed; he also considers the issues and methods of successful administering; safety; quality and environment. Finally; the contractorrsquo;s responsibility to the environment; including relationships with third parties; selection of materials; waste management and sustainability is discussed. Chris March has a wealth of practical experience in the construction industry; as well as considerable experience of teaching; which he uses to support the theory and principles set out in the book.
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