Project Management For Small Design Firms

Small design firms have unique project management needs; they must undertake many of the activities of larger organizations,but with far fewer resources. This practical guide shows how small architectural and engineering firms can apply the project management process-and thereby increase productivity and profits.

How small design firms can apply project management to stay "lean and mean." Table of Contents: Section One: Organizing For Project Management--1. The Need for Project Management; 2. Project Delivery Organization; Section Two: The Project Manager--3. Who Is the Project Manager?; 4. What Does a Project Manager Do?; 5. Caring for Your Project Managers; Section Three: Planning the Project--6. The Firm's Profit Plan; 7. Scope Determination; 8. The Project Budget; 9. Project Scheduling; Section Four: Managing the Project--10. Project Status Reporting; 11. Team/Client Management; 12. Contract Management; 13. Project Cost Control; 14. Quality Management; 15. Using the Computer; 16. Project Production Techniques; 17. Time Management; 18. Project Closeout; Section Five: Bibliography/Resource/Appendices.