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For Contractors, Project Managers, Schedulers, Estimators, and Owners/Managers of Construction Firms . . . This is a comprehensive, yet easy-to-follow guide to construction project planning and control, from vital project management principles to the latest scheduling, tracking, and controlling techniques. The author explains how to think through and prepare a schedule and then use it effectively to manage your projects. The book helps you quickly understand and master this complex topic. Includes: Computerized Scheduling Techniques Preconstruction Planning Determining Activity Sequence Thinking Through the Schedule Tracking and Controls Managing Resources Effectively Submittal Data and Procurement Procedures Complete Sample Project Demonstration and Documentation Cost Analysis and Control Linear Scheduling Methods New in This Edition: A real-world case study is used throughout the book to illustrate key scheduling and controlling techniques Example exercises and problems are provided to help readers develop scheduling skills Sample Microsoft Project outputs illustrate how CPM software can be used to display schedule information