Managing Residential Construction Projects: Strategies and Solutions
Use Project Management Tools to Control Quality, Cost,  and Schedule on Any Residential Construction ProjectManaging Residential Construction Projectsprovides you with an effective, real-world blueprint for using the latest project management tools to gain control over quality, cost, and schedule. Construction expert Derek Graham addresses the practical issues behind budget and scheduling problems, providing you with the expertise to anticipate crises before they arise and develop a residential construction process that flows more smoothly and efficiently.Offering a unique visual presentation that delivers at-a-glance solutions, the author shows you step by step how to:Customize a project management strategy for your specific needsCreate a model for bids and project cyclesEstablish administrative models for each project typeUse staff and facilities to best advantageDeal effectively with clients, vendors, and subcontractorsResolve disputes among team members, clients, design professionals, and managersTroubleshoot problems such as errors and omissions, change orders, delays, quality control failures, and litigationGet the Skills Needed to Take Charge of Residential Construction Jobs:* Project Management Strategy * Cost Estimating * Scheduling and Planning * Contract Management * Construction Management * Business Tools * Crisis and Siege Management * Resolving Conflicts