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29 articles for “Construction Companies”
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Causes of Inefficient Site Cost Management Systems in Arabian Gulf Construction Companies
Abstract: The cost of construction projects has a long history of exceeding the planned cost. At the project level, this is termed as “Project Cost over Run”. This research reviews the main causes of the inefficiency in the existed cost management systems applied by the Arabian Gulf Contracting Companies at the construction stage. The requirements of having an efficient cost management system (recording, monitoring and controlling functions) have been collected from …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 31–45 Read article
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Human Resource Management: Essential Tool for Sustainability of Infrastructures and Civil Engineering Performance in Establishments
Abstract: Construction companies, Consulting Civil and Structural engineering establishments have major roles to play within the capacity building, manpower development and sustainability of world’s infrastructures. This paper examined human resource management as essential tools for sustainability of infrastructures and engineering establishments. Methodology adopted includes review of literatures, human resource management theories and other information from engineers in selected establishments. Guiding theories in human resource management and therefore the challenges of managing …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Cost Objective Model for Construction Equipment Replacement Policies
Abstract: Most construction companies, particularly companies whose projects are primarily constructed with earthmoving equipment, depend heavily on their construction equipment fleets, which represent substantial locked capital investment and require acceptable utilization levels to recover expenses incurred and losses from this investment. The equipment, which possesses a finite physical and economic life, inevitably requires replacement, and equipment maintenance costs increase with the equipment life. Different methodologies are employed to establish the replacement …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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An Overview of Construction Market of Sri Lanka
Abstract: This paper provides an overview of the construction market in Sri Lanka, with a focus on the Colombo region. It discusses the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and constraints of the construction market in the country. The main drivers of the construction sector are identified, including urbanization and infrastructure development. The paper explores the ease of embarking on international construction projects within the Colombo region, noting that while the Sri Lankan government …
Published in International Journal of Rural and Regional Development · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 58–64 Read article
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A Proposed Management System for Efficient Construction Site Productivity
Abstract: The concept of on-site construction productivity has long been a major concern of researchers and construction companies. The factors that influence construction site productivity vary according to the project environment, project type, staff, management, and other related factors and/or variables. In this study, the main factors that are believed influencing construction site productivity are reviewed as environmental, manpower, management, and site. A field survey has evaluated site productivity of 150 …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 20–30 Read article
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Earned Value Technique is an Essential Project Management Tool to Prevent Cost Overrun
Abstract: The cost of construction projects has a long history of exceeding the planned cost. At the project level, this is termed as “Project Cost Overrun”. This research reviews the main critical factors of causing the cost overrun of the projects in the construction stage. These factors have been collected from previous literatures and studies to identify the reasons behind the inefficiency of the existed site cost monitoring and control system …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 18–37 Read article
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Economics of Construction Site Productivity: Work Environment Factors Affecting the Output of Craftmen in Nigeria
Abstract: The construction industry faces challenges and problems associated with craftsmen's output, which impacts the economic productivity of the construction sector. Construction workers in Nigeria have always been subjected to working within an unconducive environment, which has not allowed for a high level of economic productivity. This study extensively analyses some of these work environment factors affecting craftsmen's output on building sites in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. A survey of selected construction …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 12–23 Read article
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Project Management Maturity Model (PMMM) in Construction Industry
Abstract: Construction industry has a major role in social and economic development. However, high investment and large scale operation are some of the major problems in this industry, which is in sharp contrast with inferior management and low benefit. So project directors are seeking ways to improve their organizational management company's level to complete and control the implementation of their projects efficiently. The competition in the markets of construction industry is …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Analysis of Safety Behaviour of Workers under Small-Scale Construction Sites: A Case Study of Anambra State
Abstract: Small-scale construction companies are predominant in developing countries and it is the most hazardous place in construction sites. Accidents mostly occur on construction sites due to a high level of safety ignorance and the nonchalant attitude of workers and management. The research aimed to investigate the actual behaviour of workers at the selected sites in terms of safety compliance, nutrition, alcohol use and smoking. This is highly necessary due to …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 37–46 Read article
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Identifying Risk Consequences Affecting Berth Construction Projects
Abstract: Construction project is a complex system which has several characteristics such as specific objectives, time limit, financial constraints and economic requirements, organizational and legal conditions, complexity and systematic characteristics. Many construction companies working in the port and harbor projects are facing several issues during the construction period and influence complicated relations which include direct, indirect, obvious and unpredictable. Berth is a ship platform used for loading and unloading of cargo …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 57–60 Read article
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CONSTRUCTION SAFETY ANALYSIS OF INDIA: EXPLORING THE FEASIBILITY OF IMPLEMENTING INTERNET OF THINGS AS A PLATFORM TO PROTECT WORKER SAFETY & HEALTH
Abstract: Construction safety has become a major problem in India. Obtaining a proper solution is becoming a contemporary issue. In spite of spending money towards procuring personal protective equipment and incorporating other traditional safety measures, worker safety is not ensured in construction projects. According to an international report and national news and magazine reports, almost 48000 workers are subject to die due to fatal accidents taking place in India in which …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 16–27 Read article
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A New Model for Calculating Customer Lifetime Value on Monetary, Interpurchase Time and Retention
Abstract: Customer lifetime value(CLV) is an important an index to help company measure its customer value and allocate its marketing resource efficiency. CLV model bases on economic concept to calculate customer value with their purchase behavior.This paper construct a new model for calculating customer lifetime value on monetary, interpurchase time and retention. The empirical data of a credit card company is used to estimate parameters and compare the predicting results with …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Review Article on the Future of Construction: Exploring the Rise of Electric Earthmovers
Abstract: The development of the nation's infrastructure is crucial to its overall progress. India is regarded as the center of the service sector, which depends heavily on the development of its infrastructure. The use of electric earthmovers is propelling a revolutionary change in the building sector towards environmental sustainability. These heavy machines, traditionally powered by diesel, are now evolving into cleaner, quieter, and more efficient alternatives powered by electricity and being …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Analysis of critical constraint factors affecting the performance of Transportation projects
Abstract: Infrastructure is a country's biggest source of economic growth, which is made up of a variety of facilities and processes. It includes all the amenities and services required for urbanization, economic expansion, improved quality of life, and thriving companies. Transportation is one of the most important industries for any nation's economy, but constraints exist in all working environments. A construction constraint is a condition that makes it difficult to achieve …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design and Development · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 54–78 Read article
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Cost Model of Acquisition and Merger in Construction Industry
Abstract: Merger and Acquisition in India is at an all-time high with more buyers now than before; it has been accounting for 80% of closed deals in 2020–2021, up from 70% in 2017–2019. To determine the Merger and Acquisition of the company, this article explores the main factors in the Merger and Acquisition process. And also study the main framework of the Merger and Acquisition. And, also, the article discusses the …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Design and Planning Read article
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Eco-Friendly Concrete: A Review
Abstract: In the last decades, the use of residue in civil construction, especially in addition to concrete has been studied by many researches related to, besides to reduce the environmental polluter’s factors. This may lead several improvements of the concrete properties. In recent years increasing attention towards utilizing less energy intensive materials, such as fly ash, rice-husk ash, condensed silica fume and slag, in combination with cement to achieve energy saving. …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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BARRIERS IN IMPLEMENTATION OF SAFETY AT WORKSITE
Abstract: This reviewed paper describes the common barriers which are encountered during the implementation ofsafety at worksite i.e. especially at construction site. In order to implement safety at worksite it isnecessary to implement workplace safety program for protection of employees and their assets .Itis done through in following ways.1) Company safety policy should be properly communicated betweenthe workers and employees. 2) Assessment of hazards and risks in the premises. 3) Focuses …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Unlocking Synergies: Exploring The Nexus Between Sustainable Building Practices, Green Polymers, and Occupant Health Through SPSS Statistical Analysis
Abstract: This study examines the significance of utilising environmentally friendly polymers in the construction industry, specifically looking at the perspectives of individuals occupying buildings that have used green building design techniques. The focus is on the occupants' perceptions of the efficiency, comfort, and health of the materials used. Green polymers, which are essential for sustainable building, have the potential to completely transform infrastructure development. The materials mentioned include of natural fibre …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 6, 2024 · pp. 241–252 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on Red mud as Construction Material and its Utilization for Environmental Advantage
Abstract: These materials can help to further decrease pollution and disposal difficulties when utilized effectively in civil engineering applications. Red mud, a byproduct of converting bauxite into aluminum, collects and occupies an increasing amount of deforested area because of its high alkalinity. With little chance of being used, an estimated redmud of 116 tons are created year globally, posing a major risk of contamination and pollution. However, because they will be …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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Aluminum Oxide Nanoparticle-Adjuvanted Pasteurella multocida B:2 Vaccine is Potent and Efficacious and is Able with Keyhole Limpet Hemocyanin as a Marker to Differentiate Infected from Vaccinated Animals (DIVA)
Abstract: Pasteurella multocida B:2 causes hemorrhagic septicemia (HS) in bovines in Asia. For effective implementation of HS control program in India, a safe and efficacious vaccine to provide long lasting protection and allow differentiation of infected from vaccinated animals (DIVA) has to be developed. The objectives of the present study were to develop HS-DIVA vaccine with a companion immunodiagnostic test using keyhole limpet hemocyanin (KLH) as a marker, and to improve …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 8–16 Read article