Global Engineering and Construction

The essential manual for managing global engineering and construction projects and working with multinational project teams The first book written for operations-level engineers, constructors, and students, Global Engineering and Construction is an essential manual for navigating the confusing world of engineering and construction in the global arena and for working on multinational teams. From project management to finance, global construction to alliances, international standards to competitiveness, this book contains country- and region-specific information on cultural issues, legal systems, bid estimates, scheduling, business practices, productivity improvement, and tips for successfully working on and managing global projects. This book also provides a useful glossary and numerous case studies illustrating practices in the real world. Global Engineering and Construction features the latest coverage on such topics as: Project managementEngineering designDesigning for terrorismKidnapping protectionConstruction failuresPreparing to work globallySafety IssuesLegal IssuesTechnical and quality standardsEnvironmental issuesProductivity improvementPlanning and engineering delays and mitigation strategiesConcepts of culture and global issuesGlobal competitivenessGlobal engineering and construction alliancesGlobal financing techniquesCountry-specific informationContent: Chapter 1 Introduction (pages 1–10): Chapter 2 The Concept of Culture and Global Issues Important to Engineers and Constructors (pages 11–35): Chapter 3 Managing Global Engineering and Construction Projects (pages 36–76): Chapter 4 Global Competitiveness in the Engineering and Construction Industry (pages 77–102): Chapter 5 Global Engineering and Construction Alliances (pages 103–120): Chapter 6 Global Construction Financial Techniques (pages 121–135): Chapter 7 Global Legal Issues for Engineers and Constructors (pages 136–162): Chapter 8 International Engineering and Construction Standards (pages 163–180): Chapter 9 Global Environmental Issues of Concern to Engineers and Constructors (pages 181–196): Chapter 10 Global Productivity Issues on Construction Projects (pages 197–213): Chapter 11 Global Planning and Construction Delays (pages 214–235): Chapter 12 Global Terrorism: Kidnapping and Design Considerations (pages 236–262): Chapter 13 Preparing Engineers and Constructors to Work Globally (pages 263–287): Chapter 14 Country?Specific Information (pages 288–346):