The CSI Construction Specifications Practice Guide (PDF)

The must-have specifications writing reference--andessential study aid for the Certified Construction Specifier (CCS)Exam

The CSI Practice Guides are a library of comprehensivereferences specifically and carefully designed for the constructionprofessional. Each book examines important concepts and bestpractices integral to a particular aspect of the building process.The CSI Construction Specifications Practice Guide is focused onthe roles and responsibilities of the specifications professionalin meeting the challenges of the changing world of construction. Inthis volume, guidelines on topics like writing quality constructionspecifications and product selection are meshed with best practicesfor managing project information, working with Building InformationModeling (BIM) and Integrated Project Delivery, and writingsustainable design specifications. Other material covered in thisguide includes:
* The Construction Specifications Institute's collected bestpractices for authoring specifications
* Specialized guidance on presentation and management of projectinformation in the context of Building Information Modeling andsustainable design
* Includes access to a password-protected web site with bonuscontent, including a PDF of the printed book and copies of CSIformat documents, such as UniFormat andSectionFormat/PageFormat

An authoritative resource for effective written communication ofdesign intent, The CSI Construction Specifications Practice Guidepresents construction professionals and students studying for theCertified Construction Specifier (CCS) Exam with a solid foundationfor improving their methods of collecting and delivering importantspecifications data.
* Serves as an authoritativeresource for effective writing ofdesign intent
* Includes CSI's best practicesfor authoring specifications
* Offers specialized guidance on project information in thecontext of BIM and sustainable design