(WINTER 2010)

A required course in the Certificate Program in Light Construction and Development Management.
Construction can make or break your project. Is it on time? On budget--and per your plans? Ensure the success of your development or construction project by exploring and understanding the entire spectrum of construction operations. Begin by learning the essentials of estimating, purchasing, and scheduling. Understand the complexities of construction management, including scheduling and subcontractors, organizing production, and maintaining contractor relations, as well as learning the essentials of quality control, grading and offsites, foundations, framing, rough and finish mechanicals, finish work, drywall, finish carpentry, cabinetry, ceramic tile, painting, floor coverings, walk-through preparation, customer service and landscape. Manage your construction project effectively and profitably. Prerequisite: MGT X 479.02, Overview of Light Construction and Development Management. Recommended prerequisite: MGT X 478.4, Project Planning and Cost Elements. Enrollment limited.

Donald R. Neff, M.A., founded La Jolla Pacific Ltd in 1993 based on his own innovative risk management strategies and previous experience as a homebuilder. He has over 25 years of experience in the real estate industry covering all aspects of planning, acquisitions, development, construction, and management. He is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and has conducted numerous educational and training seminars focused on building a better quality product.