- Combined experience of well-regarded academic and professional author who has a long and illustrious career in the region
- Broad market across growing Australian construction sector, over 11000 students in any one year plus professionals starting careers
- Includes case studies, discussion questions, online support materials
Matt Stevens has a significant background in the construction industry for over four decades and utilises this experience in research, teaching and engagement at Western Sydney University, Australia. His textbooks, Managing a Construction Firm on Just 24 Hours a Day and The Construction MBA, have been adopted by dozens of universities and associations worldwide. His research publications focus on Contractor Operations, Innovation, and Education. Stevens still advises construction contracting firms. In addition, he has coached student teams, recently winning Australia's Constructathon and reaching the finals of several international competitions.
John Smolders AM FAIB is a chartered builder with over forty years of construction experience. Currently a Senior Lecturer of Practice at Western Sydney University, Australia. An active member of the Australian Institute of Building (AIB) and the Master Builders Association (MBA), serving as Past President of the AIB and past Vice President of the MBA (Newcastle). John has formally represented the construction industry via advisory panels to government and universities, focusing on emerging constructors. John was awarded an AM (Member of the Order of Australia) for his significant service to the construction industry and higher education.
Title: Understanding Australian Construction Contractors: A Guide for Emerging Professionals
Author: Smolders, John,Stevens, Matt
ISBN: 9781032269474
Binding:
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publication Date: 2022-08-02
Number of Pages: 304
Weight: 0.5552 kg
A book published by seasoned practitioners and not just academics, worth a read because those who have written it have skin in the game - Prof Robert Whittaker, Director of Holdom Whittaker, Adjunct at University of Canberra, University of Newcastle, Western Sydney University, Australia
'A book published by seasoned practitioners and not just academics, worth a read because those who have written it have skin in the game.' - Prof Robert Whittaker, Director of Holdom Whittaker, Adjunct at University of Canberra, University of Newcastle, Western Sydney University, Australia
