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The business of creating our built environment remains largely siloed and disconnected today. Owners, designers, construction managers, and trade contractors each defend their profit margins by shifting risk to others and focusing on their own piece of the puzzle. Lean thinking promises to change all this, yet has proven particularly difficult to implement in the building industry. Better Building provides a practical model for putting lean thinking into action and improving the experience of project work. Based on years of experience shifting mindsets and behaviors, this model answers the ...

Senior level superintendents on projects should be the chief people officers (CPO) of their teams. This position does a less physical work and more mentoring of others doing the work. In fact, while most entry level superintendent positions execute work, senior leaders lead, organize, and build teams. This book is about building remarkable teams that build remarkable projects. To do this, you must have three key things: a multiplier leader, a strong team, and a strenuous performance target, goal, or milestone. With these three in place, any team can win! This book will help you become the ...

Most people who are considering off grid living, are those who are wanting to escape the stress and busyness of city life, and enjoy the peace and tranquility of country living. Owning your own property, and providing for your needs with self-sufficiency projects sounds wonderful and fun, but what are the most important self-sufficiency/survival projects, and how do you accomplish them? That is where this book will help.

Successful Construction Project Management – The Practical Guide, provides useful tips to managing a construction project. It’s aimed at construction professionals as well as those studying construction project management. Managing a construction project isn’t an easy job and requires a large skill set. Some of these skills are learned by attending courses and colleges (which are often more theoretical than practical). However, others are only learned by experience, and often the hard way – learning from mistakes. This book bridges the gap between the theoretical and practical and ...

**Unlock the Power of Collaborative Project Management and Build Teams That Drive Results** Are you tired of bottlenecks, poor communication, and team misalignment derailing your projects? *Building Strong Collaborative Teams in Project Management* is the essential guide every project leader needs to unify talent, maximize productivity, and deliver projects that exceed expectations. Whether you're managing agile workflows, remote teams, or cross-functional departments, this actionable handbook empowers you to lead with clarity, confidence, and cohesion. **Inside, you'll discover how to:** -...

An easy to read practical guide that takes the reader through the whys, whats, and who in the construction industry, providing invaluable tips and insights to both new entrants to construction as well as those with year's of experience. Construction is desperate for good, experienced, skilled and dedicated supervisors and foremen. Construction needs you. Being a construction supervisor or foreman is challenging, it’s hard work, but it’s also rewarding watching projects take shape under your watch. A supervisor’s job is never boring – every day is different, every construction ...

Dive into the dynamic world of construction project management with the 2024 Student Edition of "Construction Project Management 101: For Beginners & New Graduates." The essential guide to navigating the intricacies of this highly lucrative and fast-paced field is finally here! Unlock the secrets of success as a new construction project manager, gaining insights into the daily duties that shape the industry. Authored by vocational career expert and 26-year construction veteran P.D. Mason, in collaboration with the Construction Education Alliance, this edition is tailored to enhance the ...

Are you looking for that construction estimating ‘Edge’ over your competition on project bid day? Or...maybe you’re a new construction estimator ready to start your career with ‘real-world’ knowledge in your back pocket but didn’t know where to look? Stop…..look no further and keep reading! Construction Project Estimating 101 is your complete real-world hands-on “How To” guidebook that ensures your construction estimating success right from day one! Author P.D. Mason is a skilled trades professional and a 27-year construction veteran with nearly two decades, and millions ...

**Building Success: A Guide to Construction Project Management for Emerging Professionals** *Master the Skills. Manage with Confidence. Build Your Future.* Stepping into the construction industry as a new project manager can feel like being dropped in the middle of a bustling job site—blueprints flying, deadlines looming, and crews looking to you for direction. *Building Success* is your go-to field manual for conquering that chaos and thriving in one of the most demanding, rewarding careers out there. Whether you're fresh out of school or transitioning into project management from the ...

The ultimate hands-on guide to modern HVAC design — packed with real-world examples, diagrams, and step-by-step workflows. Whether you’re an engineering student, HVAC designer, or field technician, this book walks you through how to design, size, and layout complete heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems using practical, example-based methods. Each chapter presents realistic system designs drawn from actual engineering practice — including small offices, retail stores, residential buildings, warehouses, schools, and industrial facilities. You’ll learn not just how to ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the authors of Click and former Google Ventures partners, Sprint presents a unique five-day process for solving tough problems, proven at more than a hundred companies. Entrepreneurs and leaders face big questions every day: What’s the most important place to...

In this audiobook, we'll talk about the construction project management life cycle. We'll also cover contracting and contract management, the participants involved in a construction job, and the critical success factors in every contracting job. This audiobook is produced for both project managers and for homeowners who wish to build residential properties; the concepts discussed herein are general, but are important when it comes to approaching the construction process.

Begin your journey to sustainable living, even if you've never held a tool in your life! Are you ready to embrace off-grid living but feel overwhelmed by where to start? Do you dream of gaining independence from modern utilities or preparing for emergencies with confidence? This audiobook is your gateway to self-reliance and sustainability.

**Unlock the Blueprint for Construction Project Success** Are missed deadlines, cost overruns, and communication breakdowns threatening your construction projects? *Strategic Project Management: Unlocking Success Through Effective Strategies* arms construction project managers with the proven frameworks and practical tools needed to lead confidently, mitigate risk, and deliver projects on time and on budget. Tailored specifically for the challenges of the **construction industry**, this actionable guide bridges strategy and execution—helping project leaders transform chaos into clarity on...

Unlock the power of your brain—one project at a time. DIY Projects for Cognitive Fitness is part of the bestselling Age-Proof Yourself series, grounded in the proven principles of Applied Cognitive Fitness™ (ACF). This 90-day, step-by-step guide shows you how to sharpen memory, strengthen focus, and boost problem-solving through real-world, hands-on projects. Unlike brain games or apps, DIY projects engage multiple domains of cognition—planning, sequencing, creativity, and adaptability—while producing tangible results you can see, touch, and use. Each tier of the program builds on ...

Start creating with a hands-on introduction to building projects! Step-by-step instructions will take you through the engineering and building process. You'll be making amazing structures in no time!

Conquer the Residential Contractor Exam: Your Guide to Obtaining a License to Build, Remodel, or Repair Residential Structures is a comprehensive study guide designed to help aspiring contractors pass their licensing exam and launch a successful career in residential construction. This guide covers all key areas of the exam, including building codes, safety standards, construction methods, legal responsibilities, and business management. The guide is structured to offer detailed explanations and practical examples of the core concepts you’ll need to master for the exam. Topics such as ...

Unlock the secrets to completing your construction projects without breaking the bank with "Building on a Budget." This comprehensive guide is crafted for anyone looking to master the art of budgeting in the realm of construction. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting in the industry, this book is your blueprint to creating successful financial plans that lead to project success. Dive into the essentials of budgeting for construction projects and discover why effective financial planning is crucial for any build. With an in-depth look at direct and indirect costs, you'll ...

Are you fed up with toxic and ineffective work cultures? Now is the time to be the leader who transforms teams to reach successful outcomes. Picture a world where leaders don't just manage—they inspire. Every interaction becomes an opportunity for growth, and every challenge transforms into a stepping stone for development. This isn't just a vision; it's the reality that coaching leadership creates. This book provides a comprehensive framework for developing coaching leadership skills, backed by real-world examples, practical tools, and actionable strategies. Whether you're managing ...

Leaders on projects should be the chief people officers (CPO) of their teams. This position does a less physical work and more mentoring of others doing the work. In fact, while most entry level positions execute work, senior leaders lead, organize, and build teams. This book is about building remarkable teams that build remarkable projects. To do this, you must have three key things: a multiplier leader, a strong team, and a strenuous performance target, goal, or milestone. With these three in place, any team can win! This book will help you become the team builder you were designed to be....