Construction Project Management for Engineers
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 318
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Construction Project Management for Engineers provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of managing construction projects from planning through completion. The text examines the construction industry, project management fundamentals, contracts, procurement, scheduling, cost estimating, project administration, and construction processes for both horizontal and vertical projects. It also addresses safety, quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC), risk management, contract closeout, and dispute resolution topics. Through assignments and real-world applications, the book equips students and professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully plan, execute, and deliver construction projects.
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Chapter 1 The Construction Industry
The Construction Industry
Stakeholders
Planning Work
References
Chapter 1
Homework
Chapter 2 What Is Project Management?
Creating a Team
Team Building
Conflict Resolution
Project Management
The Organization
References
Chapter 2
Assignment for Ch 2
Chapter 3 Engineering Solicitations and Contracts
Consulting/Design Contracts
Breaches of Contracts/Legal Issues
References
Chapter 3
Homework
Chapter 4 Design and Bidding Process
Methods to Procure Bids
Methods to Obtain Prices
Procurement
Contract for Construction
Bid Bonds
Laws to Follow
References
Chapter 4
Chapter 5 Work Breakdown Structure
Chapter 5
Homework to turn in
Chapter 6 Schedules
Critical Path Method (CPM) of Scheduling
PERT to CPM Conversion
Software
Schedule Challenges
Chapter 6
Homework (50 Pts)
Chapter 7 Cost Estimating
Construction Equipment
Crews
Economics of Labor
Other Costs to Include in the Bid
Summary of Cost Estimating
Chapter 7
Chapter 8 Project Administration
Construction
Monitoring
References
Chapter 8
Chapter 9 Building the Project (Nonvertical Construction)
Chapter 9
Chapter 10 Vertical Construction
Foundations
Vertical Walls and Floors
Reference
Chapter 10
Chapter 11 Safety, Site Protection, and QA/QC
Safety
OSHA Rules
Work Zones
Erosion and Sedimentation Control
Risk Management
QA/QC
Reference
Chapter 11
Chapter 12 Closing Out the Project and Resolving Final
Payments and Claims
Closing the Contract
Pay Applications
Claims
Resolving Disputes
References
Chapter
Study Guide Answers
Fred Bloetscher, Ph.D. is Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies and Community Outreach in the College of Engineering and Computer Science and a faculty member in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering at Florida Atlantic University. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Miami and specializes in water and wastewater technology, environmental engineering, sustainable water resource management, groundwater systems, utility management, and environmental risk assessment.