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Introduction to Building Procurement
Commercial Conflict Management and Dispute Resolution
Brian Greenhalgh, Quantity Surveying Consultant, UK and Graham Squires, University of the West of England, UK
The procurement stage of the building process is critical to the success of any building project, and as such must be understood by everybody entering the industry. Introduction to Building Procurement is designed to familiarize the novice with the principles and methods of building procurement, starting at the most basic level. With chapter summaries and tutorial questions provided throughout the book, the reader will get to grips with the following topics: • the structure of the construction industry • the historical development of building procurement methods
• the roles and responsibilities carried out in any project. Having developed the necessary background knowledge, the reader is then introduced to the more complex aspects of procurement in detail. With its clear layout and highly accessible approach, Introduction to Building Procuremen is the perfect introductory text for undergraduate students and professionals starting out on a career in quantity surveying, construction project management or construction commercial management. Selected Contents: 1. Introduction and Nature of the Construction Industry 2. Clients of the Construction Industry 3. Historical Development of Building Procurement Systems 4. Roles Carried Out in a Construction Project 5. Tendering and Payment 6. Separated Procurement Systems 7. Project Specific Procurement – Overlapping Roles 8. Project Specific Procurement – Integrated Roles 9. Long Term Relationships – Partnering 10. Long Term Relationships – Framework Agreements 11. Public Sector Projects 12. The Selection of Building Procurement Systems 13. Future Trends
Peter Fenn, University of Manchester, UK The construction industry is inherently complex and the sums of money involved can be astronomical, so it is no surprise that conflicts and disputes are all too common. There are numerous techniques designed to resolve these problems, and this book summarizes all the main ones, as well as alternative dispute resolution methods. The reader seeking a deeper understanding of these procedures will also find clear explanations of the principles and methods for conflict management, such as negotiation risk management, mediation and conciliation. As well as outlining these different techniques, guidance on which approach is appropriate in common situations is also given, helping the reader apply what they have learnt to the real world. The significance of cultural issues is explained, before the reader is presented with suggestions for how to take these into account. Throughout, the book is illustrated with case studies from different sectors such as the Channel Tunnel, Hong Kong Airport, Wembley, Terminal 5, and the London Olympics. Written with undergraduate students in mind, this book also serves to give a neat and brief overview for professionals. Those studying or working in construction project management, construction management, and construction law will find this to be an invaluable book. Selected Contents: 1. Introduction and Definitions 2. Conflict Management 3. Dispute Resolution 4. Alternative Dispute Resolution 5. Cultural Issues 6. Future Directions November 2011: 234 x 156: 256pp Hb: 978-0-415-57826-4: £95.00 Pb: 978-0-415-57828-8: £24.99 eBook: 978-0-203-85221-7 For more information, visit: www.routledge.com/9780415578288
January 2011: 246 x 174: 272pp Hb: 978-0-415-48215-8: £95.00 Pb: 978-0-415-48216-5: £24.99 For more information, visit: www.routledge.com/9780415482165
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