1. Project Management

Focuses on those subjects which are crucial to successful project management. Authors address key areas such as project organization, decision-making, budgets and scheduling techniques.

2. Contractors' Course on Construction Claims

Eight attorneys and consultants provide detailed information concerning causes which can lead to claims, techniques in the presentation and defense of claims, and calculation of damages. Gain valuable insights into the ways to avoid claims and learn what steps to take and how to manage claims which do arise.

3. Basic and Advanced Project Scheduling

Analyzes CPM scheduling and the basics of assembling a critical path method schedule and techniques necessary for project management and control. Also discusses computerization of the network schedule and the legal implications which arise through the use and the misuse of the network project schedule.

4. Construction Claims Course for Owners & Developers

Cover the vital aspects of construction claims from the special perspective of the owner and developer. Successful defense of the construction claim is stressed, with important guidance on the preparation, calculation and pursuit of the owner's affirmative claim. This volume provides knowledge vital to today's complex construction project.

5. Drafting Effective Construction Contracts

Reviews and analyzes the broad range of construction contracts, including those used for general contracts, subcontracts, design services and construction management. Reviews exculpatory and risk management clauses, scheduling specifications, contract dispute procedures and the rules of contract interpretation.

6. Calculation and Proof of Damages

Experienced claims consultants and attorneys discuss development, calculation and proof of construction-related damages. Includes articles on contractors' direct costs, owners' damages and subcontractor damages issues. Contractor delay damages and the calculation of lost productivity damages are discussed in detail.

7. In Defense of Architects & Engineers

Examines the standards by which architects and engineers are measured and how these standards relate to legal liability. Describes dispute resolution techniques and ways to prevent or to minimize litigation.

8. Construction Management and the Project

Leading experts in the field offer their analysis of construction management as a system for contracting construction projects. The various roles of the construction manager in scheduling and cost control as well as in fast-track and multiple prime contracting are addressed.

9. Insurance Risks & Coverages

Prepared by experts in the area of insurance and construction, this manual focuses on insurance coverages available to those practicing in the construction arena and issues which typically give rise to insurance claims.

10. The Role of the Subcontractor in the Construction Process

Covers issues of importance to subcontractors who are concerned about their unique role in the construction process. Analyzes and suggests practical solutions to the problems which confront many subcontractors.

11. Protecting Your Interests in the 1990's

Manual from the Construction Leadership Conference. Practical Approaches to Issues of Importance to Construction Industry Executives