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AlChaer, E and Issa, C A (2020) Engineering Productivity Measurement: A Novel Approach. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Cai, S, Ma, Z, Skibniewski, M J, Bao, S and Wang, H (2020) Construction Automation and Robotics for High-Rise Buildings: Development Priorities and Key Challenges. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Chen, Y, Chen, S, Hu, C, Jin, L and Zheng, X (2020) Novel Probabilistic Cost Estimation Model Integrating Risk Allocation and Claim in Hydropower Project. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Han, Y, Yin, Z, Zhang, J, Jin, R and Yang, T (2020) Eye-Tracking Experimental Study Investigating the Influence Factors of Construction Safety Hazard Recognition. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Ibrahim, M W, Hanna, A S, Russell, J S, Abotaleb, I S and El-adaway, I H (2020) Quantitative Analysis of the Impacts of Out-of-Sequence Work on Project Performance. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Jiang, Y and Bai, Y (2020) Estimation of Construction Site Elevations Using Drone-Based Orthoimagery and Deep Learning. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Kim, J J, Miller, J A and Kim, S (2020) Cost Impacts of Change Orders due to Unforeseen Existing Conditions in Building Renovation Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Li, H, Lv, L, Zuo, J, Su, L, Wang, L and Yuan, C (2020) Dynamic Reputation Incentive Mechanism for Urban Water Environment Treatment PPP Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Li, J, Wang, H, Xie, Y and Zeng, W (2020) Human Error Identification and Analysis for Shield Machine Operation Using an Adapted TRACEr Method. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Ryu, J, Alwasel, A, Haas, C T and Abdel-Rahman, E (2020) Analysis of Relationships between Body Load and Training, Work Methods, and Work Rate: Overcoming the Novice Mason’s Risk Hump. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Sonmez, R, Aminbakhsh, S and Atan, T (2020) Activity Uncrashing Heuristic with Noncritical Activity Rescheduling Method for the Discrete Time-Cost Trade-Off Problem. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Tan, T, Lu, W, Tan, G, Xue, F, Chen, K, Xu, J, Wang, J and Gao, S (2020) Construction-Oriented Design for Manufacture and Assembly Guidelines. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Yin, X, Chen, Y, Bouferguene, A, Zaman, H, Al-Hussein, M and Russell, R (2020) Data-Driven Framework for Modeling Productivity of Closed-Circuit Television Recording Process for Sewer Pipes. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Zhan, W and Pan, W (2020) Formulating Systemic Construction Productivity Enhancement Strategies. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: Total factor productivity; Influencing parameter; Construction productivity enhancement; System thinking;
- ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
- URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0001886
- Abstract:
Studies that have measured construction productivity, analyzed its influencing parameters, and explored enhancement strategies abound in the literature. However, few have quantified the relationship between the total factor productivity (TFP) of the construction industry and its parameters, nor have they provided quantitative evidence supporting the formulation and implementation of construction productivity enhancement strategies (CPES). This paper demonstrates a novel mixed-methods design that develops a systemic framework of construction TFP enhancement. The study measured the TFP of the construction industry, examined the systemic nature of its influencing parameters, explored its relationship with these parameters, and identified the dynamic nature of construction productivity enhancement measures and strategies. The developed research methods were validated and contextualized within the context of the Hong Kong construction industry which faces significant issues such as labor shortage, aging workforce, and high construction costs that beg for urgent productivity improvement. Applying the proposed methods to the Hong Kong construction industry, 15 measures and 4 strategies were identified and formulated, these strategies being to formulate a strategic plan, encourage technological innovation, build a sustainable construction workforce, and improve effective construction management. The measures and strategies form a diamond-shaped framework for systemic construction industry TFP enhancement. The measures under each strategy were illustrated by a causal loop diagram in the framework, indicating that the strategies should be adopted systematically for maximized synergies. The study contributes to the literature with its novel mixed-methods design that provides measurable evidence for developing a systemic construction TFP enhancement framework that supports industry stakeholders in effectively formulating and implementing the CPES.
Zhang, R P, Lingard, H and Oswald, D (2020) Impact of Supervisory Safety Communication on Safety Climate and Behavior in Construction Workgroups. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Zheng, J, Wen, Q and Qiang, M (2020) Understanding Demand for Project Manager Competences in the Construction Industry: Data Mining Approach. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).
Zhu, L, Cheung, S O, Gao, X, Li, Q and Liu, G (2020) Success DNA of a Record-Breaking Megaproject. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(08).