Download or read book Real People Working in Building and Construction written by Blythe Camenson and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 1999 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using dozens of personal interviews, this engaging series demonstrates what it's like to work in today's hottest fields. Real-life practicing professionals reveal how they got started, how they spend their days, and how they feel about their work. Throughout each book there are also, statistics and data on job opportunities, educational requirements, salaries, and job outlooks, from the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics. User-friendly icons and graphics make it easy to locate essential information. This is the ideal series for those who want a clear picture of the challenges and rewards to be found in each of the many job presented.
Download or read book Construction Workers U S A written by Herbert Applebaum and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 1999-10-30 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A lively, personalized account incorporating objective analysis and solid information accumulated over 42 years, this book presents a graphic picture of the construction industry from an insider's point of view. The volume focuses on the culture of construction workers, the management style of contractors, and the structural and organizational nature of the industry. It considers such unique features of construction as its craft-oriented technology, decentralized decision-making by workers on the job site, and non-bureaucratic methods of field supervision. Using the research of others, government publications, and his own intimate experience in the industry, the author provides an insightful view of a unique industry in modern America. The book opens with an overview of the industry, illustrating how construction is organized, the craft breakdown, and the cultural values of the crafts. It then considers such topics as workers' job satisfaction, craft organization of the work, and the dangerous nature of construction. Separate chapters are devoted to women construction workers, a recent phenomenon in the industry, and to minorities and the role of affirmative action. In conclusion, the book argues that construction is significant both as a major industry and as a model for organizing work to produce worker satisfaction.
Download or read book Valuing People in Construction written by Fidelis Emuze and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-08-09 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Valuing People in Construction provides contemporary perspectives on the ‘glue’ that binds the construction process together; people. The book addresses people issues in the construction industry where behavioural outcomes impact upon business and project performance. The main proposition of the book is that as people continue to lead the completion of construction activities, their health, safety, and well-being should be seen as a priority, and valued by stakeholders. As employers and employees, the role of people in construction must be to strive for the improvement of individual lives and society. This edited collection, which is the first book to focus specifically on placing value on people in construction, focuses on people at work, gender at work, conditions at work, and respect at work. In addition to an editorial overview, the book presents tested and refined empirical work and case studies by leading construction researchers from Africa, Australia, and Europe. Essential reading for researchers, students and professionals interested in construction management, the sociology of construction, HRM in construction, gender, work and health studies.
Download or read book Building and Construction written by Greg McNevin and published by Career FAQs. This book was released on 2006 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Human Side of Construction written by Angelo Suntres and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2024-12-12 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An incisive guide to navigating the construction industry and dealing with the people who work in it In the newly revised second edition of The Human Side of Construction: How to Ensure a Successful, Sustainable and Profitable Career as an AEC Professional, renowned construction professional Angelo Suntres delivers an insightful discussion of the root cause of many of the issues plaguing the construction industry today—the lack of human connection. Suntres explains that, in an industry undergoing dramatic changes driven by technology, innovation, and new ways of working, construction professionals will need to make a fundamental shift in the way they think and operate. The book walks you through how to connect and collaborate with others in the industry and how to address the most common challenges you'll face every day in construction. You'll find: A thorough introduction to relationship building and effective communication with construction industry personnel Comprehensive explorations of what the construction industry is really like, including real-world examples and techniques to advance your career Practical discussions of how to find a job that you'll thrive in and how to stand out from the crowd In-depth treatments of sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion in the construction industry Perfect for construction industry professionals, including project managers, contractors, and engineers, The Human Side of Construction will also benefit property owners and managers who regularly deal with people involved in construction.
Download or read book People and Culture in Construction written by Andrew Dainty and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2007-05-07 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This important work sets out cutting-edge social science and business-oriented thinking derived from a major EPSRC research project. Its interdisciplinary approach draws together industry and research, and is international in its relevance.
Download or read book Royal Blue the Culture of Construction Workers written by Herbert A. Applebaum and published by Holt McDougal. This book was released on 1981 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Construction Technology Handbook written by Hugh Seaton and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-01-07 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tired of new software that doesn't seem to work in the field? Ready to get your teams up to speed and productive with the latest tools? The Construction Technology Handbook takes a ground up, no jargon look at technology in the construction industry. From clear, quickly grasped explanations of how popular software actually works to how companies both large and small can efficiently try out and onboard new tools, this book unlocks new ways for construction field teams, firm owners, managers, leaders, and employees to do business. You'll learn about: Simple frameworks for making sense of all the new options cropping up How software and data work and how they work together to make your job easier and safer What artificial intelligence really is and how it can help real companies today Tools that are just over the horizon that will, one day, make your job just a little bit easier New and practical resources to help you incorporate an attitude of innovation and technology adoption into your workplace Perfect for general contractors and subcontractors, The Construction Technology Handbook also belongs on the bookshelves of construction technology vendors and construction workers who want to better understand the needs of the construction industry and the inner workings of construction technology, respectively.
Download or read book Real resumes for Construction Jobs written by Anne McKinney and published by PREP Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Title shows resumes and cover letters of people seeking employment in the construction industry. Job hunting techniques are explained in step-by-step fashion in order to benefit those seeking construction work. Because the construction industry tends to be cyclical, a helpful section is included which describes how to transfer construction industry experience to other fields and industries. The book's main contents are the resumes and cover letters of construction industry professionals. Included are resumes of project manager, carpenter, foreman, safety manager, electrician, brick mason, engineering manager, real estate agent, plumber, job planner, sander, flooring installer, interior designer, independent contractor, and many others.
Download or read book Cal OSHA Pocket Guide for the Construction Industry written by and published by . This book was released on 2015-01-05 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Cal/OSHA Pocket Guide for the Construction Industry is a handy guide for workers, employers, supervisors, and safety personnel. This latest 2011 edition is a quick field reference that summarizes selected safety standards from the California Code of Regulations. The major subject headings are alphabetized and cross-referenced within the text, and it has a detailed index. Spiral bound, 8.5 x 5.5"
Download or read book Into No Woman s Land War Stories of a Female Construction Worker written by Amy Farrell and published by . This book was released on 2013-09-01 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Building Construction Engineer Red Hot Career 1184 Real Interview Questions written by Red-Hot Careers and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-02-10 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 3 of the 1184 Questions included: Brainteasers question: How would you unload a 747 full of potatoes? - Basic interview question question: What are your strengths? - Evaluating Alternatives question: What kinds of decisions are most difficult for you? Describe one? Land your next Building construction engineer role with ease and use the 1184 REAL Interview Questions in this time-tested 3 step book to demystify the entire job-search process. If you only want to use one long-trusted guidance, this is it. What's Inside? Step 1. Know everything about the Building construction engineer role and industry in what Building construction engineers do, Building construction engineer Work Environment, Building construction engineer Pay, How to become a Building construction engineer and the Building construction engineer Job Outlook. Step 2. Assess and test yourself, then tackle and ace the interview and Building construction engineer role with 1184 REAL interview questions; covering 69 interview topics including Brainteasers, Responsibility, Setting Goals, Career development questions, Strengths and Weaknesses, Culture Fit, Performance Management, Stress Management, Integrity, and Reference...PLUS 59 MORE TOPICS... Step 3. Learn the secrets to write a successful resume, how to get it in front of the right people and land your next Building construction engineer role and succeed. Pick up this book today to rock the interview and get your dream Building construction engineer Job.
Download or read book The Construction Chart Book written by CPWR--The Center for Construction Research and Training and published by Cpwr - The Center for Construction Research and Training. This book was released on 2008 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Construction Chart Book presents the most complete data available on all facets of the U.S. construction industry: economic, demographic, employment/income, education/training, and safety and health issues. The book presents this information in a series of 50 topics, each with a description of the subject matter and corresponding charts and graphs. The contents of The Construction Chart Book are relevant to owners, contractors, unions, workers, and other organizations affiliated with the construction industry, such as health providers and workers compensation insurance companies, as well as researchers, economists, trainers, safety and health professionals, and industry observers.
Download or read book Building Construction written by and published by . This book was released on 1924* with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Hard Hats written by Jeffrey W. Riemer and published by SAGE Publications, Incorporated. This book was released on 1979-11 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Working Construction written by Kris Paap and published by Cornell University Press. This book was released on 2018-07-05 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kris Paap worked for nearly three years as a carpenter's apprentice on a variety of jobsites, closely observing her colleagues' habits, expressions, and attitudes. As a woman in an overwhelmingly male—and stereotypically "macho"—profession, Paap uses her experiences to reveal the ways that gender, class, and race interact in the construction industry. She shows how the stereotypes of construction workers and their overt displays of sexism, racism, physical strength, and homophobia are not "just how they are," but rather culturally and structurally mandated enactments of what it means to be a man—and a worker—in America.The significance of these worker performances is particularly clear in relation to occupational safety: when the pressures for demonstrating physical masculinity are combined with a lack of protection from firing, workers are forced to ignore safety procedures in order to prove—whether male or female—that they are "man enough" to do the job. Thus these mandated performances have real, and sometimes deadly, consequences for individuals, the entire working class, and the strength of the union movement.Paap concludes that machismo separates the white male construction workers from their natural political allies, increases their risks on the job, plays to management's interests, lowers their overall social status, and undercuts the effectiveness of their union.
Download or read book Using Computer Science in Construction Careers written by Carla Mooney and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2018-12-15 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Within computer science, the construction industry offers many career opportunities, from designing a building information modeling system to incorporating virtual and augmented reality technologies into projects. To encourage more students to pursue computer science jobs, this book examines careers that combine interests in both computer science and construction, highlighting different jobs, educational requirements, and job search tips. By reading profiles of real jobs in the construction industry, readers can be inspired by the success stories of people who blend a passion for computer science with a career in the construction industry.
