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Social value in construction

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Publication details: Abingdon Routledge 2019Description: 218pISBN:
  • 9781138295100
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 338.47624
Summary: Discusses the concept of social value through the construction project lifecycle from the design stage, construction to operational and facilities management. Explains the UK legislative framework for social value in the sector. Considers its theoretical justification including morality, utilitarianism, Kantian ethics and existentialism. Looks at how employers can help promote social value within the workplace. Case studies illustrate how social value can be demonstrated within different organisations and situations.
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Discusses the concept of social value through the construction project lifecycle from the design stage, construction to operational and facilities management. Explains the UK legislative framework for social value in the sector. Considers its theoretical justification including morality, utilitarianism, Kantian ethics and existentialism. Looks at how employers can help promote social value within the workplace. Case studies illustrate how social value can be demonstrated within different organisations and situations.