Effective Leadership Skills For Construction Field Leaders

Author : Jason C. Mccarthy
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780826940414
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Effective Leadership Skills for Construction Field Leaders written by Jason C. Mccarthy and published by . This book was released on 2016-07-21 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Effective Leadership Skills for Construction Field Leaders is packed with proven advice and case studies explaining how skilled tradesworkers transitioning into leadership roles can use new knowledge and strategies to advance their careers. This user-friendly textbook helps skilled construction workers develop the critical leadership skills that result in the efficient and productive completion of projects on time and within budget.Online access to interactive job-site animations that highlight key leadership skills is provided. Activities provide opportunities to demonstrate leadership concepts using role-playing scenarios and real-world applications such as completing documentation. Each chapter ends with a detailed case study that includes job-site dialogue highlighting the knowledge and skills required to effectively lead a crew.

Author : George Ofori
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1000350355
Total Pages : 350 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Leadership in the Construction Industry written by George Ofori and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-03-07 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a new framework for leadership in the construction industry which draws from the authentic leadership construct. The framework has three major themes: self-leadership, self-transcendent leadership, and sustainable leadership. Despite its significance, leadership has not been given due importance in the construction industry as focus is placed on managerial functionalism. At the project level, even with the technological advances in the industry in recent years, construction is realized in the form of people undertaking distinct interdependent activities which require effective leadership. The industry faces many challenges including: demanding client requirements and project parameters; more stringent regulations, codes and systems; intense competition in the industry; and threats from disruptive enterprise. In such a complex environment, technology-driven and tool-based project and corporate management is insufficient. It must be complemented by a strategic, genuine, stakeholder-focused and ethical leadership. Leadership in the Construction Industry is based on a study on authentic leadership and its development in Singapore. Leadership theories and concepts are reviewed; the importance of leadership in the construction industry is discussed; and the grounded theory approach which was applied in the study is explained. Many eminent construction professionals in Singapore were interviewed in the field study. Emerging from the experiences of the leaders documented in this book are three major themes: (1) self-leadership: how leaders engage in various self-related processes such as self-awareness, self-regulation, and role modeling. (2) self-transcendent leadership: how leaders go beyond leading themselves to leading others through servant leadership, shared leadership, spiritual leadership, and socially-responsible leadership; and, finally, (3) sustainable leadership or the strategies leaders employ to make the impact of their leadership lasting. A synthesis of these themes and their implications for leadership development is presented before the book concludes with some recommendations for current and aspiring leaders about how they can engage with them. This book is essential reading for all construction practitioners from all backgrounds; and researchers on leadership and management in construction.

Author : Jason C. McCarty
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780983589303
Total Pages : 326 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Construction Leadership Success written by Jason C. McCarty and published by . This book was released on 2011-07-01 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WHAT DO ALL SUCCESSFUL CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS HAVE IN COMMON? A competent team of well-rounded leaders . . . leaders who understand that safety, efficiency, and production are essential for completing projects of all sizes on time and within budget. All construction foremen are given the opportunity to lead crews based on work ethic, mechanical skills, technical knowledge, and reputation-and these attributes are extremely important towards getting the job done. But many other critical concepts and skills need to be fully understood and employed before it is possible to become a truly proficient, respected, and successful leader. CONSTRUCTION LEADERSHIP SUCCESS provides industry-specific advice that encompasses the fundamentals of construction leadership and management, with topics ranging from understanding the inner workings of a contracting business to building trust, credibility, and the respect of your peers. APPLY THE KNOWLEDGE, TOOLS, AND TECHNIQUES PROVIDED IN CONSTRUCTION LEADERSHIP SUCCESS TO ENSURE THAT: 1) Every project you manage will be run efficiently and effectively 2) The management style you adopt will encourage and promote the success of those around you 3) Those around you will become willing advocates in your own career advancement 4) Your career in the construction industry will be one of ongoing achievement and accomplishment

Author : Susan E. Murphy
Publisher : Psychology Press
ISBN 13 : 0805843426
Total Pages : 306 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Future of Leadership Development written by Susan E. Murphy and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First Published in 2003. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Author : Karen Lawson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118094395
Total Pages : 173 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Trainer's Handbook of Leadership Development written by Karen Lawson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-08-02 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Trainer's Handbook of Leadership Development offers facilitators, human resource professionals, and consultants a wide-variety of tools and techniques for developing leadership competencies and characteristics. Drawing on research from such giants in the leadership field as Warren Bennis, Ken Blanchard, James Kouzes, and Barry Posner, the book's thought-provoking activities are designed to create real and lasting behavior change. "The Trainer's Handbook of Leadership Development features the proven activities and tools that will involve and inspire participants to develop the skills and characteristics that will equip them to lead us into the future. Karen has brought together a powerful collection of tools, competency models, exercises, and training necessary for developing leaders in today's workplace. I recommend this book for anyone who is implementing a leadership development program within their organization. It could easily be used to build the entire program from scratch." Louis Carter, CEO, Best Practice Institute "What a gem of a book Karen Lawson has written! Drawing on research by leadership gurus, Karen presents 45 competencies and characteristics critical to leadership excellence. She mines each of these facets for a solid definition and the significance of each. Although many authors shy away from discussing leadership qualities such as authenticity and empathy, Karen deals with them directly. She presents activities that future leaders can use to explore personal leadership qualities. This book is 24kt gold. If you are a leadership development professional, this book is sure to become your gold standard when searching for creative yet practical ways to help develop others into outstanding leaders of the future." Elaine Biech, editor, The ASTD Leadership Handbook and author, The Business of Consulting "Developing the complex skills of leadership is critical for personal and organizational success. If you are responsible for helping others build these skills, this book deserves a spot on your bookshelf or maybe your desk because you will use it often!" Kevin Eikenberry, author, Remarkable Leadership: Unleashing Your Leadership Potential One Skill at a Time

Author : Mark Breslin
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780974166292
Total Pages : 200 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Five Minute Foreman written by Mark Breslin and published by . This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Wally Adamchik
Publisher : Greenleaf Book Group
ISBN 13 : 1936909170
Total Pages : 154 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Construction Leadership from A to Z written by Wally Adamchik and published by Greenleaf Book Group. This book was released on 2011-11 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tools of the trade: twenty-six tools for effective leadershipRapidly changing demographics in the construction industry and an unpredictable economy are just two challenges that require you to lead at a higher level than ever before. This book will prepare you to meet these challenges head-on.The result of exhaustive research and in-depth interviews with construction professionals across North America, Construction Leadership provides the information, tools, and confidence to deliver the leadership required for success in today's construction industry. From ensuring quality work and learning how to have a better attitude to fostering loyalty and leading across generations, Construction Leadership shows you how to be more effective and enjoy more success.With an easy-to-use format, this book provides practical information that you can put into action immediately. Each chapter stands alone to save you time and is supported by online video, increasing your return on investment. Not reading this book puts you at a competitive disadvantage-but reading it puts you well ahead of the game.

Author : Nicole Sanchez
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 130 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 17 Undeniable Traits of Leaders in Construction written by Nicole Sanchez and published by . This book was released on 2021-06-02 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Leading an organization doesn't come without its challenges. Some might even argue they rather build a spaceship out of toothpicks in the dark than step into a leadership role! This book highlights different facets of leadership and the knowledge behind navigating the workplace effectively in order to successfully lead a team even in the face of setbacks and unforeseen challenges. Exemplary leadership doesn't come by merely having a title, education, or a fancy corner office. Nor does it come by sprinkling magical pixie dust in your coffee. Instead, it's uncovered through patience, practice, humility, and an insatiable desire to learn key traits that play a vital role in becoming a leader that people care about and want to work alongside. 17 Undeniable Traits of Leaders in Construction is a must read if you want to scale your career and the career of others around you to the next level.

Author : Carl D. Glickman
Publisher : ASCD
ISBN 13 : 0871205963
Total Pages : 153 pages
Book Rating : 4.64/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Leadership for Learning written by Carl D. Glickman and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2002 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a follow-up to his earlier book, Developmental Supervision, distinguished educator and author Carl D. Glickman provides instructional leaders--supervisors, principals, and teachers--with practical guidance and thoughtful insight to help them succeed as they work with teachers to improve classroom teaching and learning. In a straightforward and easy-to-read manner, Glickman discusses *Structures of classroom assistance--clinical supervision, peer coaching, critical friends, and action research groups; *Formats for observations--frameworks for teaching, open-ended questionnaires, samples of student work, and student achievement on high-stakes tests; and *Approaches to working directly with teachers--directive, collaborative, and nondirective. Scenarios that describe interactions with teachers of diverse backgrounds and skill levels bring the various approaches to life. The author also provides useful information on summative and formative evaluation of teachers. In addition to forms and examples that readers can duplicate or adapt to their own situation, the book includes an extensive list of resources on the topics of looking at student work, professional development and instructional leadership, and educators' ethnic, cultural, and personal diversity. Leadership for Learning goes beyond the basics of supervision to place the work of instructional leadership within the context of whole-school improvement. Drawing on his years of experience in working with schools in varied settings, Glickman offers both advice and inspiration to instructional leaders who strive toward the ultimate goal of providing the best possible classroom experience for every student.

Author : Pramod Kumar Misra
Publisher : Independent Author
ISBN 13 : 9781805294337
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book EFFICIENCY & QUALITY THROUGH TRAINING written by Pramod Kumar Misra and published by Independent Author. This book was released on 2023-05-26 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Effective leadership portrays a significant part in any organization's accomplishments. The leadership position is illustrated whenever people operate in communities and is the central instrument by which a community area or substance frames and decides its needs and culture. By definition, modern initiative is a system of control, which includes a few significant capabilities like enabling, directing, organizing, and empowering the representatives. The rise of authoritative order recommends that initiative isn't really important for the structure flow but its unique value can be developed. Our world is changing continuously and a few decades back, the associations were employing chiefs and they were recruiting pioneers. Today, every supervisor is supposed not exclusively to be a powerful pioneer yet additionally a mentor and mentee. The construction industry is not an exception in this regard, especially concerning the frontline employees, i.e. supervisors and foremen. Supervisors in any construction project are expected to exert a positive influence over the daily performance of their workers. Thus, supervisory leadership is characterized as conduct planned to give direction, support, and coercive input for the day‐to‐day exercises of work unit individuals. This book is based on a research that aims to investigate such prevalent problems in the construction industry in India and examine the impact of supervisory leadership qualities. It presents a comprehensive strategy to identify and gauge the organizational performance (i.e. efficacy and work quality of the employees) via Employee Attitudinal Measures (EAM). Authority styles assume a significant part in deciding performance of the organization, particularly transformational and transactional leadership. Both these leadership styles are important indicators of organizational performance. More specifically, transactional leadership is seen as the accomplishment of organizational goals through a social exchange, while transformational leadership promotes the followers to explore situations differently and quickly react to these alternatives. Effective site-supervisory leadership skills in any construction industry can be a stimulus to the final business outcomes. These skills may include both attitudinal and behavioral traits, e.g. morale and organizational commitment, performance and work quality, and workplace inclusiveness and environment. This book attempts the following: 1. To study various leadership traits at the supervisory level that should be followed in a typical Indian construction company to improve its overall effectiveness. 2. To examine how supervisory leadership styles impact the employee attitudinal measures, e.g. morale, organizational commitment, performance, and work quality in the Indian construction industry. 3. To investigate deeply the level of influence and direction of the association-ship between Supervisory Leadership Practices (SLPs) and Employee Attitudinal Measures (EAMs). 4. To explore, suggest and implement an effective training program for a construction organization targeting the development of the leadership skills of supervisors in a complex working environment.