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Aljohani, A (2019) Cost overrun causality model in Saudi Arabian public sector construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, The Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment, Robert Gordon University.
Baghdadi, A M A (2017) The allocation of risks in the Saudi Arabian domestic and regional aviation construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, The Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment, Robert Gordon University.
Barrett, N (2011) The rise of a profession within a profession: the development of the architectural technology discipline within the profession of architecture, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Robert Gordon University.
Crawley, S E (2017) The difference in how UAE and EW law controls Gharar (risk) and so Riba in a construction contract in the Emirate of Dubai, UAE, Unpublished PhD Thesis, The Law School, Robert Gordon University.
Davies, A-M (2004) Using images to present stated preference information: an application to the built environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Robert Gordon University.
Hamma-Adama, M (2020) Framework for macro building information modelling (BIM) adoption in Nigeria, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Robert Gordon University.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: building information modelling; government; information management; productivity; project finance; stakeholders; case studies; interview; Nigeria; content analysis; gross domestic product
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- URL: https://rgu-repository.worktribe.com/output/1254501
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The Construction Industry is a vital component of a nations' Gross Domestic Product (GDP), employing both skilled and unskilled personnel. The construction industry's productivity depends on many factors, such as stakeholder relationships, construction processes, technology, workflows, project finance, workers' wellbeing, policy, and so on. The Nigerian construction industry is disjointed; professional stakeholders operate in silos, with a full monopoly of information. As a result, the sector suffers from inefficiencies and poor performance, uncompleted projects and building collapse. These are attributed to a rigid professional structure, poor information management and poor building production management. This research sets an agenda for investigation and development in the area of Building Information Modelling (BIM). The research work intends to explore and assess the current state of BIM, the status of BIM adoption and implementation, as well as its potential opportunities. The research also aims to develop a framework for the effective adoption of BIM in the Nigerian construction industry. Three different sources of data are used: comparative case studies (literature-based), a survey questionnaire (primary source, quantitative-based) and a semi-structured interview (primary source, qualitative-based). A purposeful sampling technique was used in drawing the research participants. The respondents came from within the construction professions (i.e. architects, builders, engineers, project managers, quantity surveyors, and town planners). The comparative case studies set example paces for effective BIM adoption and implementation, and served as precedents for the purpose of looking specifically at Nigeria. The quantitative data was used on the macro BIM adoption models and established Nigerian BIM maturity. These models revealed grey areas where attention is needed and they were also used to provide the basis for the development of the BIM adoption framework. The qualitative data was analysed using content analysis (in a sequential mixed method strategy) and used as input to the development of the context-based BIM adoption framework. The framework has been developed using a template for producing a national BIM roadmap; a six-year timeline with sequential action plans and milestones were generated. The framework suggests a push-pull process involving both government and industry; led by the government with support from the industry at the implementation stage. A partial mandate is recommended with incentives for adopters. The study revealed BIM potential in improving design and construction processes as well as information management. The study recommends practical and full implementation of the framework. However, the sequence may change over time as a result of potential changes accrued in the areas of diffusion dynamics and policy actions/requirements. Thus, a periodic macro BIM adoption study is recommended ahead of the implementation of the framework. This research is unique within its context and essential to promote a new process of working in the Nigerian construction industry. It will also assist government and industry stakeholders to initiate the paradigm shift required for a better construction industry, to avoid falling behind in a rapidly digitised world and economy.
Haque, S M M (2004) Success factors in collaborative relationships (alliancing and partnering) in the UK upstream oil and gas industry, and perception of trust, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Abderdeen Business School, Robert Gordon University.
Harty, J (2012) The impact of digitalisation on the management role of architectural technology, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment, Robert Gordon University.
Kristensen, E K (2011) Systemic barriers to a future transformation of the building industry from a buyer controlled to a seller driven industry: an analysis of key systemic variables in the building industry, such as 'procurement model', 'buyer perception',, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment, Robert Gordon University.
Lawani, A (2018) Investigating project management practice in Nigerian government construction organisations: a systems thinking approach, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment, Robert Gordon University.
Leon, M (2015) Development of a computer mediated multidisciplinary design protocol and its application to the early architectural design stages, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment, Robert Gordon University.
Motaleb, O H (2014) Development of a risk response model to handle delays of construction projects in the United Arab Emirates, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment, Robert Gordon University.
Scott, J R (2004) Optimising the relationship between passive solar design of new housing and the economics of construction and land value, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment, Robert Gordon University.
Tobin, N Y (2017) A framework for knowledge capture and recovery in whole life costing practice, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment, Robert Gordon University.
Whyte, A (1996) Building design team communication: Practice and education, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Robert Gordon University.
Wilson, G (2013) An integrated decision support model for the sustainable refurbishment of hospitals and healthcare facilities: Developing a prototype, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Robert Gordon University.