Construction Administration: An Architect's Guide to Surviving Information Overload

by Patrick C. Mays and B.J. Novitski

A flexible, proven method for organizing construction administration paperwork--for architects and those who work with them. Construction Administration provides a simple, fully integrated system for organizing the complex paper trail that crosses the architect's desk during every construction project. Compatible with computerized or paper-based administrative systems, this time-saving method enables you to improve record-keeping during construction, track the decision-making process, and monitor a project's progress efficiently and effectively. This self--contained book and disk set comes ready to implement--with the forms, instructions, and detailed cross-referencing and indexing procedures you need to create an easily traceable record of the construction process. Covers all major construction administration document types--meeting minutes, requests for information, proposal requests, change orders, submittal checklists, field reports, and more. Works in tandem with official American Institute of Architects (AIA) forms. Includes user-friendly disk versions of all forms in the book. Contains extensive examples throughout that demonstrate the system in action. Adapts effortlessly to fit the requirements of any project type.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471154199
• ISBN13: 9780471154198
• Release Date: March 1997
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 11.1" x 8.5"