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APAC Construction Survey: Q4 2018

APAC Construction Survey Q4 2018

Land Journal - October-November 2018

UK agriculture is at a break point, according to this issue’s lead article, while reports from Africa look at the challenges the continent faces in creating sustainable cities, and the impact of the recent drought in Cape Town.

Commercial Management in Infrastructure Course Summary.pdf

利益冲突 (Simplified Chinese)

Simplified Chinese translation of the RICS global professional statement on conflicts of interest.

UK Construction and Infrastructure Survey: Q1 2019

The RICS Construction and Infrastructure Market Survey measures sentiment among members working in the sector.

Positioning quantity surveyors in a collaborative production system

Through a literature review and in-depth interviews, the study examines the position of Quantity Surveyors (QSs) in a collaborative production setting, revealing how they might collaborate with other stakeholders in construction. ...

Early implementation of BIM in architectural firms: a qualitative review of BIM and lean construction

The implementation of Building Information Modelling (BIM) is accelerating within architectural practices. However, there is evidence to support the premise that lean construction principles are being underutilised. This research ...

Engaging, motivating and retaining built environment students in higher education: an immersive learning case study

This paper will examine the implementation of an immersive learning approach and how the delivery of a 20-credit module at Level 4 of study in this way affected the engagement, motivation and retention of students in higher educat...

Public construction procurement: current practice in Turkey

This paper examines the existing legislation and current practice of public procurement in Turkey and construction procurement specifically. The paper presents useful information by giving necessary definitions, explaining princip...

Construction Journal - November-December 2016

This issue of focuses on quantification and on programming and planning.

Occupants’ perceptions of indoor environmental conditions in two BREEAM excellent buildings

This paper presents a qualitative study that investigated occupants’ practices in two BREEAM Excellent buildings. This research investigated the levels of satisfaction of the building occupants with the thermal, lighting and aural...

Project Monitoring for Real Estate Lending, Canada, 1st edition

This joint guidance from the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS) and RICS provides advice to construction professionals who are RICS members engaged in the practice of project monitoring.

Quantity Surveyor Services, Scotland

A form to be used with the RICS Scotland Standard form of consultant's appointment and RICS Scotland Short form of consultant's appointment.

Perceptions of value premiums and workplace productivity in green office buildings in India

With India experiencing a construction boom, and with an estimated 66% of property stock required by 2030 yet to be built, this timely piece of research investigates the perceived market demand, value premiums and workplace produc...

Sustainability and Commercial Property Valuation, 2nd edition

Encompasses the wide range of physical, social, environmental and economic factors relating to sustainability that can impact on value of which valuers should be aware.

Building Information Modelling to support healthcare built asset management

This research investigates how Building Information Modelling (BIM) can provide benefit by demonstrating the links between built asset maintenance spend and added value to the organisational performance.

An explanation of community infrastructure levy and how it could affect you, Stratford Upon Avon

This download is only available to CPD Foundation subscribers. If you have a subscription, please log in. If you don’t, please visit rics.org/cpdfoundation

Valuing Change, 1st edition (Chinese translation)

This Chinese translation summarises what is meant by ‘change’ and how it is valued under JCT, NEC and FIDIC forms of contract.

Cash Flow Forecasting, 1st edition (UK)

This global adaptation defines cash flow forecasting, before giving guidance on producing a useful forecast, explaining how to use it to assess progress on site, and analyse actual expenditure against forecast expenditure.

Negotiating Options and Leases for Renewable Energy Schemes, 2nd edition

Intended for use within the UK, this guidance is essential reading for all RICS members asked to advise in relation to renewable energy schemes.