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Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

Critical success factors for integrating BIM and sustainability principles

In recent years, there have been significant calls for a more technologically driven construction sector which would not meet the expected standards in quality, time and cost but also integrate sustainable principles in delivering...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

Early implementation of BIM in architectural firms

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 ...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

Factors influencing contractor relationships in Melbourne

The Construction Industry in Australia is plagued by mistrust and deception and the biggest feeder to this environment is the volatile relationship between the projects’ main contractor and its subcontractors. This research invest...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

Impediments to the sustainable transfer of low-cost housing in South Africa

South Africa is experiencing a massive housing backlog in urban low-cost housing. This study attempted to identify the impediments and delays that exist in the transfer of low-cost housing within the current legal framework in Sou...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

Automating progress tracking of scaffolding in construction projects

Scaffolding is one of the most common temporary structures, typically used to support the construction of the permanent structures. Being a temporary structure, current scaffolding management and handling process has been consider...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

Housing adaptations for ageing in Great Britain

This paper investigates the effectiveness of local budget planning and management for the provision of adaptations. It examines the extent to which local authorities have sought to implement the ambitions of national policies and ...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

Property valuation practice in Hong Kong

The sophistication of the property valuation services provided by valuers in a country has a significant impact on national and global economies. An attempt is made to investigate the property valuation practice using Hong Kong as...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

Corporate governance and decision-making in real estate investment trusts

Corporate governance helps to limit problems arising from the separation of ownership and management interests. The principal-agent problem occurs when managers act in their benefit at the expense of shareholders. This paper aims ...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

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...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

An analytical literature review of risks in collaborative procurement

This paper reviews the impact of procurement risks on collaboration, by reviewing existing literature. The paper deals with various procurement risks i.e. reliability, commitment, trust, et al and attempts to establish a connectio...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

Delaying the tendering process of public works procurement in Ghana

Undue delay has caused poor performance in competitive tendering in Ghanaian public entities. In spite of this challenge, process timeliness has not received the needed attention in public works procurement in Ghana. Literature on...

Conference papers 28 Apr 2018

An investigation into the overhang of affordable housing in Malaysia

Housing provides safety, comfort, positive experiences, satisfaction, and convenience to home occupants. Furthermore, it is also a source of wealth for many households. Despite the fact that housing is not affordable in Malaysia, ...

Conference papers 28 Apr 2018

Unmanned construction machinery: the legal implications

The world is currently experiencing a proliferation of automated technologies in all areas of modern life. The general press widely reports on the rising use of ‘drones ‘and the emergence of automated cars on our roads. Similarly,...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

Financial management practices of general contractors

Financial management of general contractors occurs at both project and organisation level. This study was conducted among GCs to: investigate the financial practices of GCs; determine what causes poor profitability, cash flow prob...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

Advising on flood risk: opportunities and challenges

There is an increasing body of research which identifies the need for flood risk mitigation advice and the potential for building professionals such as surveyors to be involved. This research explored the potential for surveyors t...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

Social network analysis of international construction joint ventures

International Construction Joint Ventures (ICJVs) have become of significant interest as the global construction market continues to be integrated into the more competitive business environment. The aim of this paper is to uncover...

Conference papers 28 Apr 2018

Contractor management under changing procurement regimes

The market demands from the UK Government on the construction sector increased during rearmament and the early years of the Second World War. The main contractors diversified into this market, then diversified their workload in th...

Conference papers 29 Apr 2018

BIM-enabled health and safety coordination in the UK construction industry

The coordination of Health and Safety during the design/pre-construction phase is often perceived as significantly important because of the ability to influence a reduction in the possibility of accidents and injuries. In the UK c...

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Critical success factors for integrating BIM and sustainability principles

Early implementation of BIM in architectural firms

Factors influencing contractor relationships in Melbourne

Impediments to the sustainable transfer of low-cost housing in South Africa

Automating progress tracking of scaffolding in construction projects

Housing adaptations for ageing in Great Britain

Property valuation practice in Hong Kong

Corporate governance and decision-making in real estate investment trusts

Public construction procurement: current practice in Turkey

An analytical literature review of risks in collaborative procurement

Delaying the tendering process of public works procurement in Ghana

An investigation into the overhang of affordable housing in Malaysia

Unmanned construction machinery: the legal implications

Financial management practices of general contractors

Advising on flood risk: opportunities and challenges

Social network analysis of international construction joint ventures

Contractor management under changing procurement regimes

BIM-enabled health and safety coordination in the UK construction industry