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Chua, D K and Godinot, M (2006) Use of a WBS Matrix to Improve Interface Management in Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(01), 67–79.

Fan, S and Tserng, H P (2006) Object-Oriented Scheduling for Repetitive Projects with Soft Logics. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(01), 35–48.

Hegazy, T (2006) Computerized System for Efficient Delivery of Infrastructure Maintenance/Repair Programs. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(01), 26–34.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Infrastructure; Scheduling; Construction management; Optimization; Computer applications; Delivery;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(2006)132:1(26)
  • Abstract:
    This paper discusses three common approaches used by owner organizations to deliver infrastructure maintenance/repair (M/R) programs that involve multiple distributed sites: using in-house resources, outsourcing to contractors, and a combination of both. A scheduling model is then introduced that uses genetic algorithms to suggest the optimum combination of in-house crews and outsourcing that meet execution constraints. The scheduling model considers all the variables that relate to in-house delivery, such as available crews, methods of construction, sequence of work sites, and the time and cost of moving resources among sites. In addition, it incorporates a mechanism to examine the feasibility of replacing in-house resources by outsourcing to delegate execution risks, at minimum additional cost. Details of model development are discussed and an example application is presented to demonstrate the planning and control features of the proposed model. The model presents practitioners and researchers with a practical tool for realistic what-if assessment and greater level of control over the execution of infrastructure M/R plans.

Lee, D and Arditi, D (2006) Total Quality Performance of Design/Build Firms Using Quality Function Deployment. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(01), 49–57.

Lee, D and Shi, J J (2006) Construction Business Automation System. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(01), 88–96.

Nitithamyong, P and Skibniewski, M J (2006) Success/Failure Factors and Performance Measures of Web-Based Construction Project Management Systems: Professionals’ Viewpoint. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(01), 80–87.

Oyetunji, A A and Anderson, S D (2006) Relative Effectiveness of Project Delivery and Contract Strategies. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(01), 3–13.

Randolph Thomas, H and Horman, M J (2006) Fundamental Principles of Workforce Management. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(01), 97–104.

Vanhoucke, M (2006) Work Continuity Constraints in Project Scheduling. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(01), 14–25.

Yang, M, Chen, S and Chen, S (2006) Innovative Central Opening Strut System for Foundation Excavation. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(01), 58–66.