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Building Procurement Systems is an indispensable guide to the various contractual arrangements for the procurement of buildings. The third edition incorporates developments which have occurred since 1990 and takes into account recommendations referring to the initial stages of building procurement contained in the Latham Report. The operation and characteristics of alternative types of procurement system are explained using flow diagrams to illustrate the stages in the administration of a project. The role of the client is discussed as well as the incidence of use of the systems. Clients' needs and expectations of project organizations are also explored in addition to a brief review of systems in Europe.The focus of the book is on fast-track options to the 'traditional' arrangement. The key to such options is the overlap of the design and construction stages as a means of reducing project time. A case-study of the time and cost effects of carrying out a commercial project using both systems demonstrates the strengths of each, thus confirming the benefits of the fast-track approach..*provides a clear and simple guide to the full range of procurement options*includes relevant recommendations of the Latham Report*incorporates flow diagrams to illustrate action to be taken by all parties*bullet-point comparison of procurement systems provides a unique basis for system evaluation*an extensive bibliography provides a comprehensive reference source for researchers In addition to being an essential guide for clients of the construction industry and their advisors, Building Procurement Systems is also an invaluable resource for diploma and degree courses in procurement aspects of surveying, construction management, building, civil engineering and architecture. James Franks is a management consultant with more than forty years practical and teaching experience in the UK and abroad. His experience includes management of construction companies, consultancy as a chartered surveyor and a principal lectureship in construction economics and management. He is an experienced author and is a visiting lecturer at University College, London and at South Bank University where he established, and was for several years, director of the MSc Construction Management course.