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Alqudah, H E (2022) The Interaction Between the Main Determinants of Construction Organisational Performance in New Zealand , Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Brauner, M (2020) Developing an optimized sustainability assessment tool for building information modelling (BIM) systems: incorporation of hygrothermal modelling into BIM, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Dhawan, K (2023) Supply chain management driven logistics efficiency in the New Zealand construction sector, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Doan, D T (2019) Enhancing green star certification by improving bim uptake through system dynamics modelling, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Gade, R (2022) Achieving sustainable construction through construction & demolition waste minimisation in residential building projects , Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Nagar, S (2015) Internationalisation of New Zealand civil construction firms: opportunities and challenges in Asia, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Navabian, N (2020) Development of an automated structural health monitoring system based on wireless sensor network for civil structures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Nwadigo, O (2019) Real-time and dynamic planning and scheduling under disruption using multi-hybrid simulation and optimisation, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: optimisation; construction project; groundwater; bidding; construction operations; construction phase; construction planning; decision making; integration; scheduling; strategic planning; time management; case study; simulation; feedback; experiment
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- URL: https://hdl.handle.net/10292/13010
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Planning and scheduling are the principal components of construction contract execution. Distinct studies have developed a wide range of tools and technologies for solving construction planning and scheduling problems. The distinguishing feature of construction planning and scheduling is its complex and dynamic characteristics. But, most studies in construction planning and scheduling have only focused on operational and static parameters without the consideration for strategic and tactical variables. This research proposed a new dynamic planning and scheduling solutions that integrated operational, tactical and strategic parameters. The implementation followed two pathways: 1) comprehensive literature review on methods in planning and scheduling; 2) construction project time factors (CTF) influence on construction project time management (CTM) and; 3) multi-hybrid modeling, simulation and optimisation. The literature review with information gathered from the case study company (CSC) identified the need to integrate planning and scheduling with its dynamic and complex characteristics. A combination of data from the joint literature and CSC for the case study (Multi-million $ road improvement contract) depicted the need to connect the system components and characteristics. The second segment of the study investigated the influences on construction time management (CTM) using a dynamic Bayesian network (DBN). Although the DBN analysis created significant insight into CTM influences to support decision-making, the study conducted an in-depth investigation to integrate the dynamic and complex characteristics of the multi-component systems in the construction project. In the multi-hybrid model, a dynamic framework of agent-based simulation (ABS)-discrete event simulation (DES)-discrete-rate simulation (DRS)-system dynamics (SD) and scatter search optimisation was developed. The dynamic framework used the bidding phase and construction phase that formed the case study from CSC. In the stages, the mechanism of the investigation comprises operational, tactical and strategic planning. The construction phase is the construction of the road improvements contract in 33 different locations (multi-case-in-one-case). Groundwater table and access egress factors influenced the construction operations. The first idea of the research is the integration of the framework as a unit. The multi-method and dynamic framework were integrated and implemented in AnyLogic software with root in java script. After determining the framework and model integration, internal validation of the model was performed with real data collected from the CSC construction operations. The internal validation confirmed 99 % confidence between the model data and the real data. The research created variation and sensitivity experiments of the model with the influences. The scatter search optimisation experiment was executed to generate an optimal and feasible solution of the defined objective from current and infeasible solutions. A Gantt Java-class was established in each activity to gather the time spent to execute specific tasks and to carry out the scheduling solution, which was exported into Microsoft Project. External validation was implemented to get feedbacks from the CSC. The positive feedback gives the framework and its resolute solutions acceptance for practical application for predictive and reactive dynamic planning and scheduling in the construction enterprise. The feedback from CSC about the developed tool has recommended the application of the system in one of their project at the design phase.
Okakpu, A I (2019) Investigating the effectiveness of adopting building information modelling for refurbishment of complex buildings: Case study of auckland, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Raina, P (2015) An examination of the retention practice in the New Zealand construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Rajeh, M (2014) Comparative analysis of construction procurement systems based on transaction costs, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Ramachandra, T (2013) Exploring feasible solutions to payment problems in the construction industry in New Zealand, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Engineering, Auckland University of Technology.
Ramanayaka, C D D (2013) Developing a strategy-led approach as a suitable methodology for construction project planning and implementation , Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Robertson, C M (2018) Migrant worker perceptions of life, work, health and safety in Kuwait: A construction industry perspective, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Rotimi, F E (2013) An evaluative framework for defects in new residential buildings: The New Zealand case, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Samarasinghe, D A S (2014) Building materials supply chains: An evaluative study of the New Zealand residential construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Samasoni, J C (2017) Evaluating the feasibility of implementing a risk-based inspection scheme by building consent authorities in New Zealand, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Soltanifar, M (2020) A framework to improve the performance of public tender evaluation procedures in New Zealand, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Staal, A A G (2019) Managing innovative suppliers: Exploring company, procurement, and performance variables in New Zealand construction supply chains, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Tran, V D (2017) Evaluating the economics of construction and demolition waste minimisation and zero waste in the New Zealand construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Vilasini, N (2014) Generating value in alliance contracts through the lean concept , Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Zaeri, F (2017) Exploring the potential for the application of simulation methods in construction project delivery in New Zealand , Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Zhang, T (2019) Investigating the effectiveness of BIM-bms integration on managing existing building facilities: A New Zealand educational building case, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.
Zhao, N (2021) Developing a framework for roading infrastructure projects procurement system selection, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Auckland University of Technology.