The essential manual for managing global engineering and construction projects and working with multinational project teams The first book written for operations-level engineers, constructors, and students, Global Engineering and Construction is an essential manual for navigating the confusing world of engineering and construction in the global arena and for working on multinational teams. From project management to finance, global construction to alliances, international standards to competitiveness, this book contains country- and region-specific information on cultural issues, legal systems, bid estimates, scheduling, business practices, productivity improvement, and tips for successfully working on and managing global projects. This book also provides a useful glossary and numerous case studies illustrating practices in the real world. Global Engineering and Construction features the latest coverage on such topics as: Project managementEngineering designDesigning for terrorismKidnapping protectionConstruction failuresPreparing to work globallySafety IssuesLegal IssuesTechnical and quality standardsEnvironmental issuesProductivity improvementPlanning and engineering delays and mitigation strategiesConcepts of culture and global issuesGlobal competitivenessGlobal engineering and construction alliancesGlobal financing techniquesCountry-specific information