Download or read book Towards a Sustainable Construction Industry The Role of Innovation and Digitalisation written by Clinton Aigbavboa and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-04-23 with total page 817 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book gathers papers from the 12th Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Postgraduate Research Conference, which was held at the International Convention Centre, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa, from July 10 to 12, 2022. The conference directly addresses the objectives of SDG9: “Building resilient infrastructure, promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization and fostering innovation”. Moreover, the conference is designed to promote capacity development and transformation within the built-environment space by providing an all-inclusive platform to established and emerging researchers to discuss the recent advancements needed to move the industry forward.

Download or read book Sustainable Concrete Construction written by Ravindra K. Dhir and published by Thomas Telford. This book was released on 2002 with total page 888 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Construction Industry written by Kofi Agyekum and published by Nova Science Publishers. This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The call for transformation in critical aspects of the operations of the global construction industry is ever more critical. This book presents a review and discussion of some of these transformation areas in a research-oriented style that the scientific community will find very useful"--

Download or read book The Construction Industry written by George Ofori and published by NUS Press. This book was released on 1990 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This basic text offers a comprehensive and fundamental description of the construction industry and the construction process, citing examples from several countries at various stages of development. It considers the features of the industry, describes factors influencing the demand for, and supply of construction, problems facing the industry and ways of planning for and managing its development.The book should be a basic source of information on the construction industry for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in architecture, construction management, quantity surveying, related engineering fields and estate management. It should also be of relevance to administrators of the construction industry.

Download or read book Policies and Measures for Small contractor Development in the Construction Industry written by and published by UN-HABITAT. This book was released on 1996 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Stress Management in the Construction Industry written by Mei-yung Leung and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-03-16 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This systematic review of stress management in construction will help an understanding of the issues and theory as well as offering practical recommendations. addresses the growing concern to make work in construction healthier, safer, and more productive integrates research results, survey statistics and scenario analyses to reveal underlying causes of stress offers recommendations for reducing Stress

Download or read book Getting a Job in the Construction Industry written by Philip Wolny and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2016-07-15 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Building a toolbox in a high school metal shop can lead to building skyscrapers as a construction manager, with some heavy-duty training (and resume building) along the way. In this book, readers are introduced to the physical, mental, and scholastic requirements for a job in the construction industry and are shown various paths into the industry via technical schooling, engineering, project management, apprenticeship, and other steps. Whether they are striving to be laborers, skilled tradespeople, or future managers, this book is a valuable resource for those interested in making their livelihood in creating our built environment.

Download or read book Job Descriptions for the Construction Industry July 1936 written by United States Employment Service and published by . This book was released on 1936 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Economics of the Construction Industry written by Gerald Finkel and published by M.E. Sharpe. This book was released on 1997 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The American construction industry directly employs over five million people and provides millions of additional support jobs in related fields. This text provides an introductory overview of the economic aspects of the industry and explores trends in labour force participation.

Download or read book The Role of Female Leaders in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals written by Justin, Mercia Selva Malar and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2024-05-13 with total page 363 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The world is in a race against time to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) by 2030. Despite global efforts to address these ambitious goals, progress remains uneven, and significant gaps persist. Women are often underrepresented and underutilized in leadership positions, yet they possess untapped potential to be formidable forces of change. The Role of Female Leaders in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals is an exploration into the role of female leaders in overcoming the challenges that hinder the realization of the UN SDGs. It makes clear that the reality of achieving these goals requires a seismic shift in leadership dynamics, with women at the forefront of this transformative journey. The Role of Female Leaders in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals introduces readers to a diverse array of women leaders who have been instrumental in driving progress towards the UN SDGs. Their stories serve as sources of inspiration for academics, corporate executives, non-governmental organization (NGO) leaders, and government officials, showcasing the tangible impact women can have when given the opportunity to lead. The book is a call to action, urging women to step into leadership roles across academia, corporations, civil society, and government, thereby expediting the achievement of the United Nations development goals.

Download or read book Searching for a Job in the Construction Industry written by United States. Women's Bureau and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Construction Management JumpStart written by Barbara J. Jackson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2006-09-18 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Launch Your Construction Management Career—Quickly and Effectively Written by an experienced construction management specialist, Construction Management JumpStart provides all the core information you need, whether you're considering a new career or expanding your responsibilities: Understanding the functions of construction management Understanding the design and construction process Working with contracts documents Estimating project costs Administering contracts Managing the job site Creating and maintaining a project schedule Measuring project performance Controlling quality Ensuring project safety

Download or read book Labour Mobility and the Dynamics of the Construction Industry Labour Market written by Chairil Anwar and published by Cuvillier Verlag. This book was released on 2004 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Analysis of the British Construction Industry written by Patricia M. Hillebrandt and published by Springer. This book was released on 1984-03-29 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a critical and descriptive analysis of the UK construction industry based on up-to-date statistics. The emphasis is on the industry as a whole, including its associated professions, rather than on individual firms or projects. Dr Hillebrandt examines the structure and resources of the industry, the demands made on it and its responses. A concise and comprehensive picture of the industry is given which will enable readers to understand what it does, how it works and how it is likely to develop.

Download or read book The Architect s Handbook of Professional Practice written by Joseph A. Demkin and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-03-24 with total page 1040 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This updated resource covers all aspects of architectural practice, featuring: new material of sustainable design, managing multiple offices, lifelong learning, mentoring, and team building; revised content on programming, project management, construction contract administration, risk management, and ethics; and coverage of small firm considerations as well as emerging issues such as integrated practice and integrated project delivery."--Jacket.

Download or read book Construction Conflict Management and Resolution written by Peter Fenn and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 1992 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book brings together over 40 papers presented at the 1992 International Construction Conflict Management & Resolution Conference held in Manchester, UK. Six themes are covered, including alternative dispute resolution, conflict management, claims procedures, litigation and arbitration, international construction, and education and the future. With papers from arbitrators, architects, barristers, civil engineers, chartered surveyors and solicitors, this book represents the first multi-disciplinary body of knowledge on Construction Conflict and will act as a unique source of reference for both legal and construction professionals.

Download or read book Corporate Social Responsibility in the Construction Industry written by Michael Murray and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-01-11 with total page 423 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The construction process, right through from planning and design to use and demolition, has a major impact on society. Traditionally, concern has been focused on its environmental impact and the quest for sustainability, but this has now extended into the wider remit of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Essentially, this means that businesses must act (voluntarily) in a socially ethical manner by developing a policy that encompasses the core principles enshrined by CSR. A unique presentation on a topic of emerging importance, Corporate Social Responsibility in the Construction Industry is essential reading for all built environment undergraduate and post-graduate courses, as well as CEOs and senior managers within construction businesses who may be about to embark on developing a CSR strategy.