{"title":"Wayne J. Del Pico","description":"\u003cp\u003eWayne J. Del Pico specialises in practical guides and reference works focused on the field of construction and project management. His books offer clear insights into estimating costs and controlling projects within residential and light commercial construction, providing essential knowledge for professionals navigating the complexities of building projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect detailed, methodical approaches to engineering and technology challenges, presented with an emphasis on real-world application. These works are invaluable for those seeking to enhance their understanding of construction processes and effective project control techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"project-control-by-wayne-j-del-pico-9781394150120","title":"Project Control","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePROJECT CONTROL\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReader-friendly, integrated approach to construction project cost and scheduling control, with all-new pedagogical elements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Second Edition of \u003ci\u003eProject Control\u003c\/i\u003e is an introductory practical guide that explores the reasons and methodologies for proper planning, monitoring, and controlling project costs and schedule. It shows how productivity models are created, monitored, and controlled, as well as how corrective actions are implemented as deviations from the baseline occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eProject Control\u003c\/i\u003e uses simple language to convey project control principles, making it an excellent resource to teach with and learn from in a classroom setting. This Second Edition has been updated with all-new pedagogical elements and ancillary materials for use in the construction project management classroom. This new edition features all-new sections on baseline scheduling, estimate development, probability analysis, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by Wayne Del Pico, a seasoned professional with over 40 years of experience in construction project controls, \u003ci\u003eProject Control\u003c\/i\u003e includes detailed information on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRole of the project manager, covering leading the project team, creating the project plan, developing the project schedule, and monitoring project progress over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProject control cycles, covering plans to achieve goals, executing work according to plan, identifying variations and their causes, and executing work and measuring changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-construction planning, covering key personnel and responsibilities and establishing baselines for schedule and cost control\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBudgeting, covering types of estimates, organization estimates, and harnessing the budget as a management tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProviding expert insight into the management skills of the project manager combined with the analytical focus of the accountant and the “big picture” oversight of the executive, \u003ci\u003eProject Control\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential resource for students in construction management programmes and professionals in construction firms with specializations in long-term infrastructure projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47461315608812,"sku":"9781394150120","price":148.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781394150120-project-control.jpg?v=1774964535"},{"product_id":"estimating-building-costs-for-the-residential-and-light-commercial-construction-professional-by-wayne-j-del-pico-9781394150113","title":"Estimating Building Costs for the Residential and Light Commercial Construction Professional","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEstimating Building Costs for the Residential and Light Commercial Construction Professional\u003c\/em\u003e is essential for anyone involved in the construction industry. Few aspects of a construction project are more fundamental than the cost estimate, which can mean the difference between a professionally executed project and a financial and legal disaster. When properly handled, a construction cost estimate can protect both the contractor and the client from losing money on a project. The estimate is the first step towards a successful project. For contractors, the knowledge required to construct an accurate price estimate is critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book provides this knowledge in a thorough and comprehensive guide. It takes readers step-by-step through the process of constructing a cost estimate and provides guidance for incorporating cost estimates into budgeting, scheduling, project management, and more. The result is a fundamental guide to this critical aspect of the construction industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders of the third edition of \u003cem\u003eEstimating Building Costs for the Residential and Light Commercial Construction Professional\u003c\/em\u003e will also find:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFully updated text to reflect the new CSI MASTERFORMAT\u003csup\u003e™\u003c\/sup\u003e 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnalysis of cost considerations, quantity takeoff, pricing, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStep-by-step guidance for developing a comprehensive cost estimate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAll-new sections covering scope of work, wage scales in the US, and a project overhead checklist\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsiderations for adding profit and contingencies to an estimate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEstimating Building Costs for the Residential and Light Commercial Construction Professional\u003c\/em\u003e is an essential resource for contractors in residential and light commercial construction, as well as students studying construction management and construction estimating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47470556774636,"sku":"9781394150113","price":152.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781394150113-estimating-building-costs-for-the-residential-and-light-commercial-construction-professional.jpg?v=1775221464"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/wayne-j-del-pico.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}