Becoming a Construction Manager

Becoming A Construction Manager Answers These Key Questions: What Do Construction Managers Do? What Types Of Jobs Are Out There? What Are The Education Requirements For Construction Managers? What Is The Future For Professionals In Construction Management? Here is everything a person needs to know for today′s careers in construction management—written by a leading authority in construction management, summarizing the insights of successful construction managers at top international firms. From interviewing techniques to scheduling and cost management to sustainability and technology implementation, this easy–to–use, practical guide is packed with invaluable information for anyone considering a career in construction management as well as professional construction managers seeking to work in a specific area.

Introduction. Chapter 1. What Does a Construction Manager Do? Chapter 2. The Education of a CM. Chapter 3. The Experience of the Construction Manager. Chapter 4. Construction Managers’ Place in the World. Chapter 5. The Future of Construction Management. Appendix.

John J. McKeon is Vice President of Communications for the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA), the premier professional organization promoting leadership, professionalism, and excellence in the management of construction projects and programs throughout the world.

"Author John J. McKeon laid out a detailed overview of the profession, from trends, the book′s text, layout and graphics enhance readability, and the resource–rich appendices add to the package." (ENR.com, June 2012)