Developing definitions for context sensitive processes such as project management is difficult [see paper]. Over the last year I have had involvement with the efforts of the CIOB UK to develop a similar type of definition for Construction Management. The final definition is rather long, but is I would suggest both accurate and concise.
Construction Management is: The management of the development, conservation and improvement of the built environment; exercised at a variety of levels from the site and project, through the corporate organisations of the industry and its clients, to society as a whole; embracing the entire construction value stream from inception to recycling, and focusing upon a commitment to sustainable construction; incorporating a wide range of specialist services; guided by a system of values demonstrating responsibility to humanity and to the future of our planet; and informed, supported and challenged by an independent academic discipline.
The result of this work is now available for download and sets the benchmark for project mangers to aspire to achieve [download the CM definition].
Pat Weaver
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That’s good to know that a construction manager would help to improve the environment while building. I feel like that could be useful to make sure that everyone is safe and happy. Hopefully, that could make the project go a lot smoother.