Profit, Risk, & Leadership: Design-Build

This new book takes you on a clear path through the maze of running a construction business: how to make money, how to manage risk, and how to plan, organize and lead toward the achievement of your goals.

You'll quickly see how to:

• Select the right projects to pursue and win the award
• Make money and account for the profits earned
• Understand the hidden details in contracts and insurance
• Handle setbacks from project issues and economic woes
• Choose a smart organizational structure
• Lead and motivate people
• Leverage strategic relationships
• Promote the desired culture for your company

This book teaches the business of construction, not methods of construction. Author Tom Porter, a veteran construction industry executive and attorney, shares his insights and practical experience -- providing real world solutions to the most common problems in the construction industry. It is written primarily for general building, institutional, governmental, commercial, industrial, entertainment, transportation, power, water/waste water and other civil projects.

This is essential reading for anyone who is in construction management or aspires to that role!