The Basic NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management 14th Edition is a standardized reference text used in multiple state contractor-licensing programs for the business and law portion. It covers topics such as business organization, contract documentation, estimating, project scheduling, financial controls, insurance and bonding, lien law, safety administration, personnel management and regulatory compliance. Designed for use in open-book exams, it serves as the administrative foundation required for contractors to understand the legal and operational framework of construction business practice.
The NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Basic 14th Edition is organized into 3 sections.
Part 1 focuses on business planning and startup. This section will help you formulate a business plan, choose a business structure, understand licensing and insurance requirements and gain basic management and marketing skills.
Part 2 covers fundamentals you will need to know in order to operate a successful construction business. This section covers estimating, contract management, scheduling, project management, safety and environmental responsibilities and building good relationships with employees, subcontractors and customers.
Part 3 provides valuable information to assist you in managing the administrative functions of your business. Financial management, tax basics and lien laws are covered. Effective management of these areas of business is vital and can create serious problems if you do not give them the proper attention.
ISBN-13: 978-1-948558-39-6