Construction Supervision [Hardcover]

This book covers all supervisory situations one is likely to encounter on a commercial, industrial, or institutional construction project. The book is based upon a very successful Electrical Project Supervision (EPS) training program developed by Rounds and Segner for the National Electrical Contractor?s Association and licensed to several organizations representing other construction sectors. This program has been delivered for over a decade and continues to be delivered to thousands of construction supervisors each year. The program content has consistently received outstanding reviews and evaluations in numerous different venues.

Preface xix

The Role of the Supervisor xix

Intended Audience xx

The Books Structure and Organization xxi

Making the Most of the Book xxii

Acknowledgements xxiii

Section I: Setting the Stage 1

Chapter 1: Overview of the Construction Industry 3

Introduction 3

Construction Volume and Impact on Society 4

Profit, Profitability, and the Supervisors Impact 5

Competition, Risk, and Construction Company Failure 6

Definitions and Roles of Construction Team Members 8

Becoming an Effective Supervisor 12

Summary 12

Chapter 2: Supervision and the Supervisor 15

Introduction 15

Definition of Supervisor 15

The Supervisors Functional Role in a Construction Company 16

The Supervisor as Manager 17

Transition to Management 18

Attributes of Successful Supervisors 21

Levels of SupervisionCareer Paths 23

Summary 24

Section II: Soft Skillls%