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Cattell, D W, Bowen, P A and Kaka, A P (2011) Proposed Framework for Applying Cumulative Prospect Theory to an Unbalanced Bidding Model. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1052–9.

Cheung, S O and Chow, P T (2011) Withdrawal in Construction Project Dispute Negotiation. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1071–9.

Edwards, D J and Holt, G D (2011) Mini-Excavator Safety: Toward Innovative Stability Testing, Procurement, and Manufacture. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1125–33.

Eybpoosh, M, Dikmen, I and Talat Birgonul, M (2011) Identification of Risk Paths in International Construction Projects Using Structural Equation Modeling. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1164–75.

Fonte, G C A (2011) Energy Management Reduces Great Pyramid Build Effort by More Than 98%. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1195–204.

Golparvar-Fard, M, Peña-Mora, F and Savarese, S (2011) . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1099–116.

Gouett, M C, Haas, C T, Goodrum, P M and Caldas, C H (2011) Activity Analysis for Direct-Work Rate Improvement in Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1117–24.

Hartmann, T (2011) Goal and Process Alignment during the Implementation of Decision Support Systems by Project Teams. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1134–41.

Heon Jun, D and El-Rayes, K (2011) Multiobjective Optimization of Resource Leveling and Allocation during Construction Scheduling. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1080–8.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Construction management; Scheduling; Optimization; Resource management; Resource management; Scheduling; Optimization;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0000368
  • Abstract:
    Construction scheduling techniques often generate schedules that cause undesirable resource fluctuations that are inefficient and costly to implement on site. This paper presents the development of a novel multiobjective optimization model that is capable of measuring and minimizing these undesirable resource fluctuations to maximize resource utilization efficiency and minimize project duration while complying with all precedence relationships and resource availability constraints. The model incorporates three main modules: (1) a startup module that calculates lower and upper bounds for the model decision variables; (2) a scheduling module that generates practical schedules and evaluates their performance; and (3) a multiobjective genetic algorithm module that searches for and identifies optimal schedules. The model is integrated in a commercially available software system to facilitate its use and adoption by construction planners. An application example is analyzed to illustrate the use of the model and demonstrate its new and unique capabilities in generating optimal trade-offs between maximizing resource utilization efficiency and minimizing the duration of construction projects.

Kale, S and Karaman, E A (2011) Evaluating the Knowledge Management Practices of Construction Firms by Using Importance–Comparative Performance Analysis Maps. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1142–52.

Kirgiz, M S (2011) Chemical Properties of Blended Cement Pastes. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1036–42.

Li, J and Zou, P X W (2011) Fuzzy AHP-Based Risk Assessment Methodology for PPP Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1205–9.

Li, N and Becerik-Gerber, B (2011) Life-Cycle Approach for Implementing RFID Technology in Construction: Learning from Academic and Industry Use Cases. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1089–98.

Li, Y Y, Chen, P, Chew, D A S, Teo, C C and Ding, R G (2011) Critical Project Management Factors of AEC Firms for Delivering Green Building Projects in Singapore. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1153–63.

Love, P E D, Edwards, D J, Irani, Z and Goh, Y M (2011) Dynamics of Rework in Complex Offshore Hydrocarbon Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1060–70.

Nahmens, I and Bindroo, V (2011) Is Customization Fruitful in Industrialized Homebuilding Industry?. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1027–35.

Swarup, L, Korkmaz, S and Riley, D (2011) Project Delivery Metrics for Sustainable, High-Performance Buildings. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1043–51.

Xia, B, Chan, A P C and Yeung, J F Y (2011) Developing a Fuzzy Multicriteria Decision-Making Model for Selecting Design-Build Operational Variations. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1176–84.

Zhou, H and Zhang, H (2011) Risk Assessment Methodology for a Deep Foundation Pit Construction Project in Shanghai, China. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 137(12), 1185–94.