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Abdel-Fattah, A (2013) Dynamic site layout planning model, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Chenger, D T (2012) Executive level capital project decision making: Rational or rationale?, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Condon, E J (2006) The project game: Strategic estimating on major projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Dehghan, R (2012) A new model, algorithm and computer tool to optimize overlapping of design activities in construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Hewage, K N (2007) Construction productivity improvement by worker motivation and it based communication, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Hossain, L (2010) An optimization model for the dynamic multi-project environment in construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Lozon, J P (2008) Evaluating value improving practices for large scale projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Marques, C P (2004) Selected issues in business and contractual relationships in private construction projects in Canada/China deals, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Moussa, M A E-F M (2013) Unified simulation methodology and project risk assessment framework, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Nada, D (2013) Project approval decisions: Exploring success factors, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Seel, K C (2004) “Boom and bust” cycles in power plant construction: A simulation study of the temporal and geographical aspects of the Alberta competitive electrical industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Siriwardana, C S A (2016) An integrated framework for worker planning and supervision in construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: measurement; motivation; skills; building industry; construction project; construction site; life cycle; productivity; construction worker; Canada; regression analysis
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/1923083734
- Abstract:
Construction is a highly labour-intensive industry; therefore, the planning of worker crews is vital to achieving quality, cost, schedule and productivity targets. However, current construction practices do not initiate worker planning during the early stages of construction, nor do they pay attention to the full life cycle of the project. These pitfalls lead to worker demotivation and performance and productivity losses. Comprehensive worker performance measurement evaluation criteria the Construction Worker Performance Index (CWPI) was developed. A pilot study was carried out to test the applicability and validity of the conceptual framework. After conducting an analytic hierarchy process (AHP) analysis, relative weights for the technical skills assessment framework of Borcherding et al. (2001) were refined; and, the technical skills assessment framework was expanded by adding more sub-attributes to make it suitable for assessing construction workers of Alberta, Canada. The CWPI worker performance measurement formula was finalized using two rounds of surveys based on Delphi survey principles. A worker grading scheme was developed that classifies workers beyond current conventional worker planning, which is based only on skill levels. A cohesion measurement framework was developed based the guidelines provided Carron et al. (1985) and Widmeyer et al. (1985). By integrating different aspects related to worker planning, an overall worker planning framework was created to cover the full life cycle of a construction project. The applicability of the developed framework was field-tested on a construction site in Alberta, Canada. The CWPI and cohesion values of 114 construction workers were measured and documented. Nine construction worker crews (further divided in to twenty sub-groups) were observed, and the structures of the worker crews were studied. Characteristics of high and low performing worker crews were identified, and relationships between factors were investigated. Management level perspective about the developed framework was obtained through a survey conducted among 28 building industry practitioners. Relationships among the factors of the framework were investigated using a correlation analysis. A regression analysis was conducted to determine the causality between input factors and the cohesion level of worker crews. Finally, the limitations of the research were identified, and recommendations for future research were provided.
Sodade, B A A (2011) Project management complexities in municipal projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Tolani, O V (2013) An examination of risk perceptions and allocation preferences in public-private partnerships in Nigeria, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Weerasinghe, U G D (2012) Development of a framework to assess sustainability of building projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Weshah, N A (2015) Developing an interface management (IM) model for construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Wickramaratne, S (2010) Design and analysis of tsunami warning and evacuation systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Willoughby, K A (1999) Modelling assistance for project procurement and disposal decisions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Wimalasena, B A D S (2011) A planning tool for construction waste management, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Zaghloul, R S (2005) Risk allocation in contracts: How to improve the process, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.