Construction Methods and Planning

This new edition of John Illingworth's popular book provides a thorough introduction to the selection of construction methods their planning and organization on site. Thoroughly revised and updated Construction Methods and Planning takes a practical down-to-earth approach and features numerous examples and illustrations taken from real situations and sites. In Part One the main factors which determine the planning of construction methods - site inspections the site itself temporary works design cost concepts and selection of plant and methods - are discussed. In Part Two the application of these tools is presented covering foundations and basements in situ and precast concrete structures steel frames cladding internal and external works waste methods statements contract planning control and claims. The author provides an extension of the concept of 'buildability' and new chapters on facade retention and the refurbishment of domestic accommodation.