Facilities Management Handbook

Facilities Management Handbook was written from practical experience to con­ solidate, under one cover, all the necessary information at an adequate depth to guide you effectively through the intricacies of a project that may begin with site search, progress through leasing, new building construction or remodeling, and on to oc­ cupancy. This is not a theoretical exposition, but instead is a practical approach based on 30 years experience with every aspect of the material covered. These methods and concepts have been successfully used in actual situations. The book's purpose is to bring together, in one handy volume, information usually found in separate, specialized, technical publications, in an easy-to-read style readily comprehensible and usable by both technical and nontechnical people. It was written to serve anyone responsible for building design and construction, facilities manage­ ment and operations, and real estate leasing; particularly building owners and managers, industrial, commercial, and institutional facilities department personnel, plant engineering, and real estate departments. It could also be valuable to students and others planning careers in these fields. The book provides necessary information to assist sales personnel handling products and services serving the need of the above. Front Matter....Pages i-xv Site Search and Selection....Pages 1-13 Leasing Considerations....Pages 14-46 Comparing Rental Costs....Pages 47-58 Consulting and Contracting Services....Pages 59-71 Selecting Design Consultants....Pages 72-89 Cost Estimating Techniques....Pages 90-107 Remodeling Existing Buildings....Pages 108-123 Construction Administration....Pages 124-142 Mechanical Systems and Equipment....Pages 143-196 Electrical Systems and Equipment....Pages 197-233 Move and Occupancy....Pages 234-245 Back Matter....Pages 246-252