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The Dictionary of Construction Terms offers clear and concise explanations of the most commonly encountered legal and technical terms, phrases and abbreviations used throughout the construction industry. It will save valuable time when searching for an authoritative explanation of a frequently used...
Published October 29th 2012 by Informa Law from Routledge
You’re now responsible for a programme, or you’ve got a portfolio to manage? Where do you start? Right here! Projects are not simply the bread and butter of an organisation. Form them into programmes or portfolios and they can be prioritised and integrated to deliver change to your organization in...
Published October 25th 2012 by Routledge
The Earth’s temperature has been rising. To limit catastrophic outcomes, the international scientific community has set a challenging goal of no more than two degrees Celsius (3.6 degrees Fahrenheit) average temperature rise. Economists agree we will save trillions of dollars by acting early. But...
Published October 25th 2012 by Routledge
The study of fracture mechanics of concrete has developed in recent years to the point where it can be used for assessing the durability of concrete structures and for the development of new concrete materials. The last decade has seen a gradual shift of interest toward fracture studies at...
Published October 24th 2012 by CRC Press
Fully up to date with the 17th Edition of IET Wiring Regulations. Simplifies the advice found in the Wiring Regulations, explaining what they mean in actual working practice for design and testing. Expert advice from an engineering training consultant, supported with colour diagrams, examples...
Published October 23rd 2012 by Routledge
Series: Routledge Studies in Business Organizations and Networks
The UK construction industry is the sixth largest industry in the UK in terms of turnover. During the last decade, it has undergone an unprecedented period of self-examination, including input from most of the leaders of the major suppliers and clients as well as from leading politicians, civil...
Published October 21st 2012 by Routledge
As usage of the NEC (formerly the New Engineering Contract) family of contracts continues to grow worldwide, so does the importance of understanding its clauses and nuances to everyone working in the built environment. Currently in its third edition, this set of contracts is different to others in...
Published October 15th 2012 by Routledge
Ensure value for money in future infrastructure projects, while surviving the current deep recession SPON'S CIVIL ENGINEERING AND HIGHWAY WORKS PRICE BOOK 2013 is more than just a price book. It provides a comprehensive work manual for the UK’s civil engineering, surveying and construction...
Published October 15th 2012 by CRC Press
Ideal for students on all construction courses Topics presented concisely in plain language and with clear drawings Fully updated to include all revisions to Building and Construction regulations Building Construction Handbook is an authoritative reference for all construction students...
Published October 14th 2012 by Routledge
‘An essential reference for everybody concerned with the calculation of costs of mechanical and electrical works.’ – Cost Engineer Material and labour rates have increased very slightly this year, but how much and where’s the detail? SPON'S MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL SERVICES PRICE BOOK 2013...
Published October 1st 2012 by CRC Press
