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Description of The Site Manager's Bible

Everything you need to know to save time and money on your home building project

This book will significantly reduce the cost of using professional consultants

With the spiralling cost of moving and the boom in people building their own houses, builders have never been busier. But so often homeowners encounter problems, from running out of time or money, to disappointment with the final result.

The Site Manager's Bible provides easily accessible advice to enable homeowners to get value for money on their building project. Whether you are embarking on a loft conversion, building your own home from scratch, or restoring an old property, this comprehensive manual will answer your questions. From assessing the feasibility of a project and navigating the minefield of planning permission, to how to manage the work once it’s started, readers will be able to understand and participate in the design, build and management of any building project.

Fundamental site management techniques used by construction professionals are presented in a user-friendly fashion, with instructions on how to address various tasks such as drafting a contract, project managing or compiling bar charts with accurate timescales.

Len Sales draws on his vast experience and expertise in this indispensable guide that will enable homeowners to maintain control of their building project, paving the way to building success and peace of mind.

Title Information

ISBN:

9780091909079

Pages:

304 pages

Format:

Paperback

Product Code:

23845

Publisher:

Ebury Press

Published:

01/06/2006

Edition:

1st Edition

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About Leonard Sales ACIOB

Len Sales is a building consultant with thirty years' experience in the industry and is an expert on construction management technique. Trained as a carpenter, Len has also worked as a freelance manager for Costain and Bovis. Len is the author of Getting the Builders In.