This book focuses on the development of communication skills in the
context of non-traditional procurement and construction projects. It
helps readers to understand the fundamentals of non-traditional
procurement, and highlights the inherent communication challenges that
arise, as well as how to solve them.
The book is divided into four parts, the first of which provides an
introduction to communication, discussing the theoretical concepts and
contextual nature of communication as well as its benefits. The second
part goes into more depth, discussing communication in the context of
construction project delivery and non-traditional procurement systems,
what these two terms actually mean, and what effective communication
looks like in these contexts. Part III offers solutions to the inherent
challenges of communication, including the use of information and
communications technology, while the book's fourth and final part
explores the future of construction communication. Given the scope of
its content, the book represents a valuable asset for researchers,
professionals and students in the areas of procurement management and
construction management.