Bøger af Richard E. Westney

This fresh outlook on planning, managing and leading major projects in an international setting is not a critique of project management per say, but simply acknowledges the fact that, no matter how well we manage projects, overruns and deviations still occur.

Presents instructions on what to do to manage multiple small projects - using limited resources - in any industry. This work covers methods that address the needs of the non-specialist project manager, and are suitable for professionals who coordinate multiple projects of various kinds.

Explores how engineering teams can ensure success by using strategic project planning properly. This title provides a question-and-question format to facilitate completion of various types of projects. It focuses on decision-making, resolving major conflicts and finding ways for team members to work together, and identifying and managing risks.

Covers various important steps in engineering cost control process, from project justification to life-cycle costs. This book describes cost control systems and shows how to apply the principles of value engineering. It explains estimating methodology and the estimation of engineering, engineering equipment, and construction and labour costs.