Publisher's Synopsis
This book examines the different methods of forecasting, planning and control of costs associated with the provision of new capital building works, taking into account changes in legislation and recent research.;It introduces construction economics and the importance of cost and examines the contol of costs whilst a project is under construction. It also discusses methods used to assess economics during the design process, effects of taxation and cost modelling. It is illustrated throughout with graphs and charts and the text is supported by worked examples. This edition includes a new chapter on post-contract cost control.
