The Complete Guide To Consulting Engineering

Author : John Gaskell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2015-01-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0990512002

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The Complete Guide to CONSULTING ENGINEERING by John Gaskell Pdf

In essence, readers discover "step-by-step" how to start & manage an "outstanding" Engineering Practice and exactly how to gain a reputation as an expert in their specialty. This is both a handbook for new engineers and a constant reference manual for seasoned professionals. The book is divided into "five parts" Preparation; Planning; Implementation; Managing; and Cashing Out. PREPERATION includes: Selecting a collage. Make sure that it has the right accreditation to allow you take the Professional Engineering license exam. (ABET-EAC accredited) Take the EIT exam. In your senior year at college, while the fundamentals of engineering are still fresh in your mind. Gain experience. A minimum of four (4) years of "certifiable" experience in engineering work. Join engineering societies. Become an officer; make contacts; gain credentials; and build a reputation in the industry. PLANNING includes: Recognize opportunities. Buying an existing practice; starting upon another engineer's retirement; becoming a partner in an existing firm; or hanging out your shingle. Consider ownership options. Carefully consider the pros & cons of being on your own verses having partners. Choose Specialties. Choosing between being a "single-discipline" or "multi-discipline" firm. Prepare a Business Plan. Learn how to write a "Business Plan" including how to estimate expenses & income for both start-up and your first year. Apply for a Business Loan. Discover the secrets to getting a Business Loan IMPLEMENTATION includes: Pre Start-up "Check List." Once you have made the GO decision, find out the initial steps to take & things to avoid. Start-up "Check List." Discover how to actually start your practice step-by-step. MANAGING includes: Acquiring service. Learn how to select the right Attorney & CPA and obtain the insurance coverage needed. Marketing. Discover the marketing materials & methods that will keep your firm busy. Expert. Learn the secret of gaining a reputation as an "expert" by publishing technical articles. Fees. Uncover the mysteries of preparing winning & profitable fee proposals. Forensic Engineering. Find out how to make this interesting & profitable litigation specialty part of your engineering practice. CASHING OUT includes: Selling your firm. Learn how to sell your practice for the maximum profit and retire comfortably. ###"

Author : John Gaskell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2015-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0990512088

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(Sponsor's) Outline Guide to Consulting Engineering by John Gaskell Pdf

The (SPONSOR'S) "Outline Guide" to CONSULTING ENGINEERING is a "sample" of what the "Outline Guide" might look like when sponsors are found for a "Special Edition" named in honor of the sponsor. The sponsor's name will appear both on the cover and on the inside cover. In addition, a two page letter on the sponsor's letterhead will replace the sample letter in front.It is anticipated that sponsors which provide products or services to engineers will present this Outline Guide to engineers as a Premium-Gift to promote new business and to thank engineers that already support them.This book is a condensed and abridged summery of the detailed advice provided in the new book: The "Complete Guide" to CONSULTING ENGINEERING by John D. Gaskell, Retired Professional Engineer. In essence, readers discover "step-by-step" how to start & manage an "outstanding" Engineering Practice and exactly how to gain a reputation as an expert in their specialty. The "Outline Guide" is the result of requests from many readers to narrow the focus to offer the "highlights" of the recommendations.This is both a concise handbook for new engineers and a constant reference manual for seasoned professionals.John D. Gaskell, Retired Professional EngineerTheEngineersResource.com and ProfessionalValueBooks.com

Author : John Gaskell,JERA Publishing
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2015-05-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0990512029

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The OUTLINE Guide to CONSULTING ENGINEERING by John Gaskell,JERA Publishing Pdf

Consulting Engineering Made Easy!THIS GUIDE TO CONSULTING ENGINEERING SHOWS THE EASIEST WAY FOR ENGINEERS TO BREAK INTO THIS EXCITING FIELDBeing a Professional Engineer in private practice is exciting and challenging. Learn what is common to all engineering "specialties," such as building your reputation, finding and keeping clients, calculating lucrative fees, promoting new work, being selected over your competition, and managing your engineering practice profitably.Learn the answers to your most compelling questions about consulting engineering:* Is it the right career choice for you? Consider what this fascinating profession entails and how it will change your life.* Do you want to have your own engineering firm? If so, you will learn the step-by-step procedures to make it happen. * Would you like to be able to predict your first year's income and expenses? You will discover how to prepare a Business Plan.* Do you know how to calculate the best fee quote for each project? Learn the "insider" secrets to winning quotes that will make your projects profitable.* Do you want to become known in the engineering community and develop an impressive list of contacts, achievements, and awards? Learn how easy it is and how you can do it.* Do you want to be considered an "expert" in your specialty? If so, learn how to become a published author and how gratifying it can be to see your words in print. * Do you want to be part of an exceptional engineering practice? If so, you will learn how to make, both you and your firm, "outstanding."* Would you like to more than "double" your firm's selection rate for projects? Learn how to prepare the best marketing materials and implement effective marketing methods.* Would you like to add a "specialty" that allows you to charge one and one-half to two times your normal hourly rate. If so, consider the profitable and fascinating field of "forensic engineering."

Author : John Gaskell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2015-05-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0990512061

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The Consulting Engineer's Guidebook by John Gaskell Pdf

The CONSULTING ENGINEERS' "Guidebook" is excerpted from the new book The "Complete Guide" to CONSULTING ENGINEERING by John D. Gaskell, Retired Professional Engineer. It is the result of requests from many readers to narrow the focus to the goals of:* Becoming an "outstanding" consulting engineer.* Gaining a reputation as an "expert" in their specialty; and * Obtaining the engineering "management skills" needed to advance their career and make the firm stand out from their competitors.This is both a detailed handbook for new engineers and a constant reference manual for seasoned professionals.It is anticipated that companies which provide products or services to engineers will present this guidebook to engineers as a Premium-Gift to promote new business and to thank engineers that already support them.If purchased in substantial quantities, a Special Edition named in honor of the sponsor could be printed: The (Sponsor's) CONSULTING ENGINEERS' "Guidebook".John D. Gaskell, Retired Professional EngineerTheEngineersResource.com and ProfessionalValueBooks.com

Author : American Society of Civil Engineers,American Society of Civil Engineers. Task Committee on the Revision of Manual No. 45
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Civil engineering
ISBN : OCLC:1184223888

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Consulting Engineering by American Society of Civil Engineers,American Society of Civil Engineers. Task Committee on the Revision of Manual No. 45 Pdf

Author : American Society of Civil Engineers. Task Committee on the Revision of Manual No. 45
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Consulting engineers
ISBN : OCLC:317323070

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Consulting Engineering by American Society of Civil Engineers. Task Committee on the Revision of Manual No. 45 Pdf

Author : American Society of Civil Engineers. Subcommittee on the Revision of Manual No. 45
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Civil engineering
ISBN : STANFORD:36105030539576

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Consulting Engineering by American Society of Civil Engineers. Subcommittee on the Revision of Manual No. 45 Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Consulting engineers
ISBN : OCLC:959772559

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Consulting Engineering by Anonim Pdf

Author : John Gaskell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2015-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0990512096

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(SPONSOR's) CONSULTING ENGINEER's Guidebook by John Gaskell Pdf

The (SPONSOR'S) CONSULTING ENGINEERINGS' "Guidebook" is a "sample" of what the "Guidebook" might look like when sponsors are found for a "Special Edition" named in honor of the sponsor. The sponsor's name will appear both on the cover and on the inside cover. In addition, a two page letter on the sponsor's letterhead will replace the sample letter in front.It is anticipated that sponsors which provide products or services to engineers will present this Guidebook to engineers as a Premium-Gift to promote new business and to thank engineers that already support them.This book is excerpted from the new book The "Complete Guide" to CONSULTING ENGINEERING by John D. Gaskell, Retired Professional Engineer. It is the result of requests from many readers to narrow the focus to the goals of:* Becoming an "outstanding" consulting engineer.* Gaining a reputation as an "expert" in their specialty; and * Obtaining the engineering "management skills" needed to advance their career and make the firm stand out from their competitors.This is both a detailed handbook for new engineers and a constant reference manual for seasoned professionals.John D. Gaskell, Retired Professional EngineerTheEngineersResource.com and ProfessionalValueBooks.com

Author : Tyler Gregory Hicks,Jerome F. Mueller
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing
Page : 678 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Consulting engineers
ISBN : UOM:39015038035435

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Standard Handbook of Consulting Engineering Practice by Tyler Gregory Hicks,Jerome F. Mueller Pdf

This reference for consulting engineers provides the fundamental principles and skills required to operate their own practice. It includes guidelines on: newtworking for client growth; getting free publicity; bringing in partners; extending a practice internationally; and generating maximum profit.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0949564036

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Guide to consulting engineering services by Anonim Pdf

Author : Task Committee on the Revision of Manual No. 45
Publisher : ASCE Publications
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2003-01-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780784470930

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How to Work Effectively with Consulting Engineers by Task Committee on the Revision of Manual No. 45 Pdf

This guide outlines the functions of the consulting engineer in serving a client, the types of services usually offered, the various methods of determining compensation for engineering services, and the general ranges of remuneration that competent consulting engineers receive for their services. A recommended procedure for interviewing and selecting a consulting engineer and guidance on contracts for engineering services are also provided. The manual is designed to serve the best interests of the client and the consulting engineer and to foster better understanding between them. The data presented for engineering charges, percentage fees, factors on payrolls, and so on, are provided as general guides to be used or not used, at the sole discretion of each user, to assist in evaluating compensation negotiated between clients and consulting engineers. The data is based on the experience of many consulting engineers as obtained in a recent national survey.

Author : Association of Consulting Engineers of Canada,Association of Consulting Engineers of Quebec
Publisher : [Montréal] : Association of Consulting Engineers of Québec
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 298059671X

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Engineering Services Management Guide and Glossary by Association of Consulting Engineers of Canada,Association of Consulting Engineers of Quebec Pdf

Author : American Society of Civil Engineers. Constituent Committee on Business Practices. Task Committee for the Update of Manual 45
Publisher : Amer Society of Civil Engineers
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0784411956

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How to Select and Work Effectively with Consulting Engineers by American Society of Civil Engineers. Constituent Committee on Business Practices. Task Committee for the Update of Manual 45 Pdf

Rev. ed. of: How to work effectively with consulting engineers. 2003.

Author : Jimmy Moore
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2000-09
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780595130054

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Advancing Into Temp, Contract, and Consulting Jobs by Jimmy Moore Pdf

This unique book brings you, at last, the easiest, no-risk, step-by-step process for beginning and promoting your own consulting business. This remarkable technique harnesses the full power found in a natural progression: moving from Temp to Contractor to Consultant. Jimmy’s amazing personal experience will empower you to move through all three phases comfortably.