This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, geotechnical engineers and construction managers interested in construction considerations in rock mass construction. Here is what is discussed: 1. SCOPE, 2. EXCAVATION, 3. DEWATERING AND GROUND WATER CONTROL, 4. DEWATERING METHODS, 5. GROUND CONTROL, 6. PROTECTION OF SENSITIVE FOUNDATION MATERIALS, 7. EXCAVATION MAPPING AND MONITORING