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Abdel-Fattah, A (2013) Dynamic site layout planning model, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Chenger, D T (2012) Executive level capital project decision making: Rational or rationale?, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Condon, E J (2006) The project game: Strategic estimating on major projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Dehghan, R (2012) A new model, algorithm and computer tool to optimize overlapping of design activities in construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Hewage, K N (2007) Construction productivity improvement by worker motivation and it based communication, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: efficiency; measurement; motivation; skills; construction project; construction site; communication; information technology; productivity; site operations; training; construction worker; developer; professional; stakeholders; weather; interview; questionn
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/304898920
- Abstract:
For decades, many researchers have reported the decline of construction productivity in North America. Much of this research has not been statistically validated and is over generalized. To apply the conclusions drawn from these studies to Alberta's commercial construction industry is not appropriate. Factors which distinguish Alberta's construction force include: geographical differences, constantly changing weather, the skill level of the labour force in Alberta, and the demand made on Albertan workers by the current economic situation. The research project described in this thesis is a collaborative work involving the six leading construction companies and three research organizations, which are all Canadian. Based on the recommendations of previous researchers and the suggestions of construction industry professionals, Phase A of the research focused on worker motivation, factors influencing worker skills and team spirit, and working efficiencies in the commercial construction industry of Calgary (Alberta). In Phase A of the research, 101 construction workers from the carpentry trade were observed, interviewed, and questionnaire surveyed. A theoretical model was developed in conjunction with the work of several experts in the field of motivation. A working efficiency chart has been developed as an outcome of observations of the participating construction workers. The factors which contribute to worker skills, training needs, and team spirit have been analyzed. The data analysis of Phase A of this research clearly revealed the inadequacy of communication on present construction projects; especially in the construction site environment. Hence, Phase B of the research was focused to improve on-site communication on construction projects. The researcher explored the possibility of adding an information technology (IT) based communication system for on-site operations. A thorough communication and IT needs analysis has been conducted by contacting all major stakeholders on IT based communication; construction managers, workers, and technology developers. Questionnaire surveys, interviews, workshops, and on-site observations were conducted. The research participants were receptive to the idea of establishing an Information Booth in actual site environment. The Information Booth was then pilot tested on construction sites for six weeks. Three rounds of questionnaire surveys, observations, and output measurements were conducted during this period.
Hossain, L (2010) An optimization model for the dynamic multi-project environment in construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Lozon, J P (2008) Evaluating value improving practices for large scale projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Marques, C P (2004) Selected issues in business and contractual relationships in private construction projects in Canada/China deals, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Moussa, M A E-F M (2013) Unified simulation methodology and project risk assessment framework, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Nada, D (2013) Project approval decisions: Exploring success factors, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Seel, K C (2004) “Boom and bust” cycles in power plant construction: A simulation study of the temporal and geographical aspects of the Alberta competitive electrical industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Siriwardana, C S A (2016) An integrated framework for worker planning and supervision in construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Sodade, B A A (2011) Project management complexities in municipal projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Tolani, O V (2013) An examination of risk perceptions and allocation preferences in public-private partnerships in Nigeria, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Weerasinghe, U G D (2012) Development of a framework to assess sustainability of building projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Weshah, N A (2015) Developing an interface management (IM) model for construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Wickramaratne, S (2010) Design and analysis of tsunami warning and evacuation systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Willoughby, K A (1999) Modelling assistance for project procurement and disposal decisions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Wimalasena, B A D S (2011) A planning tool for construction waste management, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Zaghloul, R S (2005) Risk allocation in contracts: How to improve the process, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.