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Bernold, L E (2003) Economic Model to Optimize Underground Utility Protection. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 645–52.

Chin, K S and Choi, T W (2003) Construction in Hong Kong: Success Factors for ISO9000 Implementation. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 599–609.

Chua, D K H, Tyagi, A, Ling, S and Bok, S H (2003) Process-Parameter-Interface Model for Design Management. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 653–63.

Harmon, K M J (2003) Effectiveness of Dispute Review Boards. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 674–9.

Hegazy, T and Kassab, M (2003) Resource Optimization Using Combined Simulation and Genetic Algorithms. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 698–705.

Jaselskis, E J and El-Misalami, T (2003) Implementing Radio Frequency Identification in the Construction Process. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 680–8.

Korman, T M, Fischer, M A and Tatum, C B (2003) Knowledge and Reasoning for MEP Coordination. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 627–34.

Li, H, Kong, C W, Pang, Y C, Shi, W Z and Yu, L (2003) Internet-Based Geographical Information Systems System for E-Commerce Application in Construction Material Procurement. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 689–97.

Mohamed, S (2003) Performance in International Construction Joint Ventures: Modeling Perspective. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 619–26.

Moselhi, O and Hassanein, A (2003) Optimized Scheduling of Linear Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 664–73.

Sui Pheng, L and Hongbin, J (2003) Internationalization of Chinese Construction Enterprises. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 589–98.

Yates, J K and Battersby, L C (2003) Master Builder Project Delivery System and Designer Construction Knowledge. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 635–44.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Construction industry; Project management; Delivery; Information management; History; Knowledge-based systems; construction industry; project management; tracking; planning; civil engineering;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(2003)129:6(635)
  • Abstract:
    The master builder system for designing and building construction projects was the dominant project delivery system in the construction industry during the early part of the 20th century. Master builders were generally charged with both design and construction services for a project. During the last half of the 20th century, many different systems for project delivery with fragmented responsibilities have replaced the master builder system. Reducing the use of the master builder system has led to the creation of elaborate systems for managing projects in the construction industry. In order to investigate the use of the master builder delivery system and other systems, a research project was conducted that included reviewing (1) the history of the construction industry, (2) project delivery systems, (3) constructability issues, (4) construction industry fragmentation, (5) the results of a survey of architecture, engineering, and construction professionals from the San Francisco Bay Area in California on the current processes they use for training engineers and architects, (6) an analysis of the survey results, (7) construction industry recommendations, and (8) conclusions based on the survey results and analysis. The information obtained from the research project, including the survey and an analysis of the results, is included in this document. The results of the research indicate that reduction in the use of the master builder project delivery system and the rise of numerous fragmented delivery systems have limited the designer’s knowledge of construction processes.

Ye, S and Tiong, R L K (2003) Effects of Tariff Design in Risk Management of Privately Financed Infrastructure Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 610–8.