Part 2 provides the tools to define a project that can be made to succeed. Tools to evaluate and balance 1. product (including grade of material, and essential features), 2. cost, and 3. time (of project start, execution, and completion) all at once, are provided. Then the project management tools of estimating, scheduling, productivity, and people and site management are defined in workable terms.

Part 3 provides a managerial understanding of the technical aspects of construction: materials, structures, soils, concrete, masonry, life safety systems, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical. A little theory about why things work, a description of how things are done and why, and common misconception, problems, and solutions are presented for each work item. Management results are the focus — knowing what to do, who to hire, and how to manage them to achieve success.

Target audience. This book is for building professionals in the commercial construction industry — building owners and managers, facility managers, designers, project managers, superintendents, foreman, and lenders and insurers. It is a self-study reference guide for mid-career managers who have achieved some success, and want to learn more and do better. Prior knowledge of the subjects, or classroom study are not required.

Why this book is unique. There are books on project and construction management, and other very scholarly books on the technical aspects of construction. Choosing Project Success, like no other book, addresses both subjects at once to form an integrated workable managerial approach, usable by all members of the project team.

Author Qualifications. J.F McCarthy is a working owner of a commercial construction firm with 36 years of building experience. Education includes trade school in construction management subjects, architecture B.S. and an MBA.