The Engineer in Management: An Analysis of Career Paths Leading to Senior Management Positions in the Construction Industry

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to research and explore management in the Construction Industry, particularly the various paths by which individuals have reached senior management positions and how these paths continue to influence their view of industry requirements. Casual observation of numerous managers within the industry has revealed that styles, attitudes, and aptitudes differ drastically though most are highly effective and professional people. No two (2) managers observed prior to beginning this research had the same background or experiences but all had reached high level positions indicating success. Of course so the path taken cannot be said to be the causal factor. Additional interest in formalizing these observations was generated by discussions with the project advisor, Dr. Leland Riggs.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 21, 1988
Accession Number
ADA204454

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  • Charles D. Johnson Jr.

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  • Georgia Tech

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Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

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  • Business Administration
  • Civil Engineering
  • Construction
  • Contracts
  • Education
  • Employment
  • Engineering
  • Engineers
  • Finance
  • Geographic Regions
  • Management Personnel
  • Management Training
  • Organizational Structure
  • Personnel Management
  • Project Management
  • Students
  • Training

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