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Andersen, T and Gaarslev, T (1996) Perspectives on artificial intelligence in the construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 3-14.

Day, A K (1996) The Maquette, the model and the computer: organizational futures for design and construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 15-28.

Holt, G D, Olomolaiye, P O and Harris, F C (1996) Tendering procedures, contractual arrangements and Latham: the contractors' view. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 97–115.

Kaka, A P and Khosrowshahi, F (1996) Effect of different procurement routes on contractors' cash flows. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 133-45.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: cash-flow; procurement; S-curve
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/eb021027
  • Abstract:

    This paper addresses the effect of different procurement methods (traditional, design and build and management contracting) on project cash flow. Historical data relating to the periodic cost of 150 construction projects were collected. Four criteria were identified to classify the projects: type of project, size, company and type of procurement. The effect of these criteria on the S-curves was then examined using ANOVA. Results confirmed that differently procured projects with different sizes produce different patterns. The company and type of project did not significantly affect the shape of the S-curve. Standard S-curves were then modelled for the three aforementioned procurement routes. These curves were used to calculate the relevant cash flows using a computer based cash flow forecasting model. A series of simulation tests were conducted to evaluate the extent of variation in cash flow, given different contract conditions. Results revealed that, in some cases, the variation in procurement routes has a significant effect on contract cash flows.

Li, H (1996) Neural network models for intelligent support of mark-up estimation. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 69-81.

Matthews, J, Tyler, A and Thorpe, A (1996) Pre-construction project partnering: developing the process. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 117-131.

Moore, D (1996) Buildability assessment and the development of an automated design aid for managing the transfer of construction process knowledge. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 29-46.

Naoum, S G and Hackman, J (1996) Do site managers and the head office perceive productivity factors differently?. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 147–60.

Uher, T E (1996) Cost estimating practices in Australian construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 83-95.