The History of Construction Management

Author

Polly Scott-Showalter, Missouri University of Science and TechnologyFollow
W. Eric Showalter, Missouri University of Science and TechnologyFollow

Abstract

Construction Management's origins can be traced to several forerunners, and its development, although short, has seen many changes of both practice and attitude. Its cost saving and quality management methods have been praised by most users but its inroads into the construction market has caused controversy among those concerned with holding their share of the market. Experience has made great strides toward uniform understanding of CM practices and qualifications and is still progressing in that direction. This paper traces some of the highlights in CM's development.

Recommended Citation

P. Scott-Showalter and W. E. Showalter, "The History of Construction Management," Construction Management: A State-of-the-Art Update, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Oct 1986.

Meeting Name

ASCE National Convention (1986: Oct. 27, Boston, MA)

Department(s)

Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering

Keywords and Phrases

Construction management; History; Construction methods; Quality control; Construction industry; Contracts; Innovation; Construction costs

International Standard Book Number (ISBN)

978-0-87262-560-0

Document Type

Article - Conference proceedings

Document Version

Citation

File Type

text

Language(s)

English

Rights

© 1986 American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Oct 1986