Construction Planning is a thorough guide to the use of planning techniques, key concepts and the latest developments in the field of project planning.
It explores the construction planning process in the digital age by taking a closer look at the most effective principles and practice, including the latest technological developments to support the successful delivery of projects.
This well-illustrated book provides students, and those needing a foundation in this specific aspect of project management with clear, straightforward and concise explanations of the processes and techniques required for the effective planning and control of construction projects.
Construction Planning, Second edition:
describes the principal planning techniques - bar charts, network analysis, line-of-balance and linear programmes - that make up the ‘planners’ toolbox’
explains the practical application of these techniques
provides guidance on techniques for scheduling and controlling resources
uses both manual and computer methods of analysis to demonstrate how these techniques can be used for planning, monitoring and controlling the construction works and the resources involved
explores international and UK case studies in detail, providing worked examples from real projects, including planning in a BIM environment.
Preface
Chapter 1 : Construction Planning in Context Chapter 2 : Early Decisions Chapter 3 : Planning Techniques Chapter 4 : Resources Chapter 5 : Monitoring and Control Chapter 6 : Information and Communication Technology in Construction and Planning Chapter 7 : Putting Planning into Practice
