Description
This is a practical manual but it also helps develop an understanding of the theory underpinning current practice. As the QS role becomes more complex, commercial managers wanting to maximise profitability will find the sound advice given here invaluable as it:
? demonstrates tried-and-tested best practice through practical examples
? provides a good grounding in financial management and cost analysis
? describes the need for benchmarking, the benefits of setting targets and the use of key performance indicators (KPI's) as a means of increasing project and company performance
? highlights the benefits of teamworking.
About the Author
Ian Walker MCIOB, is a chartered builder with over 33 years' experience in general contracting with a particular emphasis on quantity surveying within contracting organisations. Working with national and major regional contractors in both the private and public sectors, he brings extensive experience to the book. In his present role as Deputy Managing Director of one of the North's leading contractors, he is responsible for all the commercial management of the company.
Robert Wilkie MSc MCIOB, also a chartered builder, worked in industry for 15 years, including as Project Manager with Laing Construction. He is now Head of Construction in the School of the Built Environment at the University of Northumbria at Newcastle. He is external examiner for several universities; a Subject Specialist Assessor with HEFCE; s member of the Q. A. A. Benchmark Statement drafting group for Building and Surveying; and is Deputy Chair of the CIOB's Recognition of Awards Division.
Book Information
ISBN 9780632058273
Author Ian Walker
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Wiley-Blackwell
Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Weight(grams) 426g
Dimensions(mm) 244mm * 173mm * 10mm
