Construction Planning and Scheduling

Description

Construction Planning and Scheduling, Fourth Edition

Construction Planning and Scheduling, Fourth Edition is a text by Jimmie Hinze covering the principles, techniques and real world applications of construction scheduling. It is written for students and professionals in construction management and engineering.

The book builds foundational knowledge before moving to more advanced scheduling concepts. Early chapters introduce precedence diagramming, then move into activity duration estimation, resource allocation, and the development and analysis of network schedules.

Current methods alongside traditional ones

The fourth edition covers contemporary scheduling practices such as short interval scheduling, computer based scheduling and linear scheduling, while keeping coverage of traditional methods including arrow diagramming and the Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT).

A running project example and contract provisions

A sample construction project runs through the chapters, showing how scheduling concepts apply across different phases of project planning and execution. The book also includes a discussion of contract provisions related to scheduling, covering the legal and contractual side of schedule development and control.

Book details

• Title: Construction Planning and Scheduling
• Author: Jimmie Hinze
• Edition: Fourth
• ISBN-13: 9780132473989
• Genre: Construction Management Textbook

Questions buyers ask

Who is this book written for?

Students and professionals in construction management and engineering programs.

Does it cover modern scheduling methods?

Yes. It covers short interval scheduling, computer based scheduling and linear scheduling, alongside traditional methods like arrow diagramming and PERT.

Is there a practical example in the book?

Yes. A sample construction project is referenced throughout the chapters, showing how scheduling applies across different project phases.

Does it cover the contract side of scheduling?

Yes. It includes a discussion of contract provisions related to scheduling and the legal and contractual implications of schedule control.

Is it a textbook or a professional reference?

Both. It works as an instructional textbook and as a professional reference for project planning, monitoring and control.