Professional ethics for the construction industry

Cover
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright Page
Table of Contents
Preface
1 Introduction
	Chapter Outline
	Learning Objectives
	Ethics Fundamentals
	Ethical Challenges in the Construction Industry
	Further Reading
2 Codes of Conduct, Compliance, and Reporting
	Chapter Outline
	Learning Objectives
	Introduction
	Introductory Case Study
	Components of a Business Ethics and Conduct Program
		Company Values
		Identifying Risk
		Policies, Procedures, and the Code of Conduct
		Handling Inquiries and Reports of Misconduct
		Education, Training, and Communication
		Measuring Effectiveness
		Commitment From the Top
	The Role of Professional Associations
	Construction Participant Perspectives
	Questions and Scenarios for Discussion
	Note
	Further Reading
3 Contract Procurement
	Chapter Outline
	Learning Objectives
	Introduction
	Introductory Case Study
	Ethical Challenges
		Ethical Challenge: Errors in Project Documents
		Ethical Challenge: Bid Shopping
		Ethical Challenge: Receipt of Favors
	Applicable Standards
	Construction Participant Perspectives
	Questions and Scenarios for Discussion
4 Construction Contracts and Purchase Agreements
	Chapter Outline
	Learning Objectives
	Introduction
	Introductory Case Study
	Ethical Challenges
		Ethical Challenge: Award of Subcontracts
		Ethical Challenge: Errors in Submittal Documentation
		Ethical Challenge: Pricing of Change Orders
		Ethical Challenge: False Claims
		Ethical Challenge: Payment to Subcontractors
		Ethical Challenge: Material Purchasing
		Ethical Challenge: Payment Requests for Cost-Plus Contracts
	Applicable Standards
	Construction Participant Perspectives
	Questions and Scenarios for Discussion
5 Documentation and Recordkeeping
	Chapter Outline
	Learning Objectives
	Introduction
	Introductory Case Study
	Ethical Challenges
		Ethical Challenge: Submission of Payroll Data On Government Projects
		Ethical Challenge: Recording and Submitting Accident Data
		Ethical Challenge: Proper Environmental Records
		Ethical Challenge: Time Sheets
		Ethical Challenge: Expense Reports
	Applicable Standards
	Construction Participant Perspectives
	Questions and Scenarios for Discussion
6 Project Execution
	Chapter Outline
	Learning Objectives
	Introduction
	Introductory Case Study
	Ethical Challenges
		Ethical Challenge: Schedule Management
		Ethical Challenge: Progress Payment Requests
		Ethical Challenge: Quality Management
		Ethical Challenge: Code Compliance
		Ethical Challenge: Safety Management
	Applicable Standards
	Construction Participant Perspectives
	Questions and Scenarios for Discussion
7 Discrimination and Harassment
	Chapter Outline
	Learning Objectives
	Introduction
	Introductory Case Study
	Ethical Challenges
		Ethical Challenge: Age Discrimination
		Ethical Challenge: Discrimination Based On Disability
		Ethical Challenge: Discrimination Against National Origin, Race, Color, Or Religion
		Ethical Challenge: Discrimination Based On Sexual Orientation Or Gender Identity
		Ethical Challenge: Affirmative Action
		Ethical Challenge: Sexual Harassment
	Applicable Regulations and Standards
	Construction Participant Perspectives
	Questions and Scenarios for Discussion
	Notes
	Further Reading
8 Client Relations
	Chapter Outline
	Learning Objectives
	Introduction
	Introductory Case Study
	Ethical Challenges
		Ethical Challenge: Gift Giving
		Ethical Challenge: Talking Negatively About a Competitor
		Ethical Challenge: Client Taking Advantage of the Owner–Contractor Relationship
		Ethical Challenge: Overbilling
		Ethical Challenge: Timely Exchange of Information
	Applicable Regulations and Standards
		Federal Bribery Statute
		False Claims Act
		Anti-Kickback Act
	Construction Participant Perspectives
	Questions and Scenarios for Discussion
	Notes
	Further Reading
9 Ethics and the Environment
	Chapter Outline
	Learning Objectives
	Introduction
	Introductory Case Studies
	Ethical Challenges
		Ethical Challenge: Impacts of Construction Site Activities
		Ethical Challenge: Construction Waste and Hazardous Materials Management
		Ethical Challenge: Fuel Storage and Containment
	Applicable Regulations and Standards
	Construction Participant Perspectives
	Questions and Scenarios for Discussion
	Notes
	Further Reading
10 International Construction
	Chapter Outline
	Learning Objectives
	Introduction
	Introductory Case Study
	Ethical Challenges
		Ethical Challenge: Gift Giving
		Ethical Challenge: Construction Standards
		Ethical Challenge: Environmental Standards
		Ethical Challenge: Project Safety
		Ethical Challenge: Work Hours
	Applicable Regulations and Standards
	Construction Participant Perspectives
	Questions and Scenarios for Discussion
	Further Reading
11 Technology and Digital Information
	Chapter Outline
	Learning Objectives
	Introduction
	Introductory Case Study
	Ethical Challenges
		Ethical Challenge: Protection of Company Proprietary Information
		Ethical Challenge: Protection of Shared Project Information
		Ethical Challenge: Protection of Private Or Confidential Information
		Ethical Challenge: Use of Email
		Ethical Challenge: Use of Social Media
	Applicable Standards
	Construction Participant Perspectives
	Questions and Scenarios for Discussion
12 Construction During Crisis
	Chapter Outline
	Learning Objectives
	Introduction
	Introductory Case Study
	Ethical Challenges
		Ethical Challenge: How Much Information Is Enough?
		Ethical Challenge: Who Should Be Informed?
		Ethical Challenge: When to Inform?
	Applicable Standards
	Construction Participant Perspectives
	Questions and Scenarios for Discussion
	Note
Index