Construction Communication

ISBN-13: 9781405100021 / Angielski / Miękka / 2003 / 222 str.

Stephen Emmitt; Liza A. Jacobs; Christopher Gorse

Opis

Communicating the design intent, from initial briefing through the design stage and on to the actual construction is vital to the success of any building project. This book looks at communication across physical, organisational and cultural barriers with a view to improving the design and construction process. The authors investigate communication issues across physical, organisational and cultural barriers and present clear guidance and practical advice.

Recenzje

′A well–written, logically structured and well referenced text .[it] represents the first serious attempt to explore communication within the industry s specific context, and I would commend it as a robust introductory text for students, academics and practitioners with an interest in communication dynamics .

Andrew RJ Dainty, CM& E Volume 22, issue 2.

Spis treści

Construction:a social perspective; Communication in construction; Communicating abstract ideas;.

Dynamics of Communication; Interpersonal communication; Group communication; Communication networks; Organisational communication;.

Building an effective communication culture; Selecting appropriate communication media; Managing boundary conditions; Managing meetings; Conflict management; Practical methodologies for identifying, monitoring and improving communication in practice

Blurb

The construction industry is not a homogeneous one; it is characterised by its fragmented, complex and temporary project arrangements. Communicating the design intent from initial briefing through to the actual building on site is vital to the success of any construction project, yet a constant challenge for all concerned. No matter how thorough the briefing, how clear the architect s drawings, or how effective the project management, problems will always arise and may lead to costly disputes if not resolved quickly and effectively. Most of the problems can be traced back to a failure to communicate clearly. This book brings together the main management and communication issues that influence the success of construction projects. The authors investigate communication issues across physical, organisational and cultural barriers and present clear guidance and practical advice. Accessible to all participants in the construction process Provides clear explanations of complex issues, helping to make communication more productive Checklists and case studies offer practical guidance ∼