{"product_id":"9781394258550","title":"Achieving Total Value in the Built Environment","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAchieving Total Value in the Built Environment\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGreg Watts | Jason Challender\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eBusiness \u0026amp; Economics \/ Industries \/ Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProvides clear and comprehensive guidance to embedding total value across construction projects for sustainable societal impact\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe construction industry is uniquely positioned to shape the social, economic, and environmental fabric of society. As scrutiny of large-scale projects intensifies, traditional measures of success such as cost, time, and quality are no longer sufficient. Increasingly, organisations are judged by the total value they deliver, which includes social, ethical, economic, sustainable, and reputational outcomes. \u003ci\u003eAchieving Total Value in the Built Environment\u003c\/i\u003e responds directly to this shift, offering a structured and accessible introduction to the evolving concept of total value and its significance in practice. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivided into four parts, the book moves from strategy through to delivery and future challenges—describing how to design and procure for value, contract and measure outcomes, and communicate achievements effectively. Case studies illustrate real-world application, showing how value can be embedded across all project stages, whilst forward-looking chapters examine the role of technology, modern construction methods, and industry expectations yet to come. By weaving together theory, policy, and practice, the authors provide built environment professionals, students, and academics with the tools to understand, apply, and advocate for value-led approaches in their work.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighlighting not just why value matters, but also how it can be practically realised on every project, \u003ci\u003eAchieving Total Value in the Built Environment:\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Explains the concept of total value and how it extends beyond social value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Examines legislative and policy contexts, including the Public Services (Social Value) Act \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Provides a structured framework for embedding value at every project stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Emphasises the role of technology and modern methods of construction in value creation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Offers insights into leadership and organisational responsibilities in delivering value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eBridging theory and practice for both academic and professional audiences, \u003ci\u003eAchieving Total Value in the Built Environment\u003c\/i\u003e is ideal for undergraduate and postgraduate students in built environment disciplines, particularly those studying construction management, quantity surveying, and project management. It also serves as an essential reference for industry professionals, policy advisors, and leaders seeking to embed value-based approaches within construction projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGreg Watts\u003c\/b\u003e is a Reader in Construction Management at Manchester Metropolitan University. With extensive experience in social value research and delivery, and wider business responsibility, Greg has contributed to BSI 8950 guidance and published widely across leading journals and textbooks. Prior to academia, Greg worked as a Senior Quantity Surveyor for major contractors, bringing both scholarly and industry perspectives to his writing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJason Challender\u003c\/b\u003e is a Senior Lecturer of Building Surveying and Chair of the Property Industry Liaison Panel at Liverpool John Moores University. A Fellow and Board Director of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, he also serves as Visiting Professor and Advisory Board Chair at the University of Bolton. Challender has spoken at national and international conferences and brings practical leadership experience to his analysis of value in construction. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 May 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9781394258550\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e224\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (oz): \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44752160129164,"sku":"9781394258550","price":102.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9781394258550.jpg?v=1780142928","url":"https:\/\/fh90cf-fv.myshopify.com\/products\/9781394258550","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}