Description

by Peter G. Hessler

With the focus on return on investment and new technologies, the power industry today is much different than it was years ago. A unique set of management skills is necessary to supervise construction or retrofitting of a power generation plant, given todayí__í_íšs bottom-line emphasis on environment, fuel efficiency, up-to-date technical features, and the industryí__í_íšs loss of experienced craftsmen and supervisory personnel. This book explains the power of economics behind the industry and how to manage the finances of work activities.

Features & benefits

• Construction management skills
• Financial awareness tools
• Overseas tricks of the trade

Table of Contents

• Planning the Process
• Understanding the Contractual Commitments
• The Commercial Side
• Risk Management
• Summarizing the Contractual Responsibilities
• Setting up the Job Site
• Personnel
• Controlling the Quality
• Safety
• Managing the Finances
• Managing the Site Activities
• Pulling it all Together
• Doing it Overseas

350 Pages/Hardcover/6x9/2005
ISBN10 1-59370-029-6