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Addy, M, Adinyira, E and Ayarkwa, J (2018) Antecedents of building information modelling adoption among quantity surveyors in Ghana. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 16(02), 313–26.

Ayadi, A, Nasraoui, H, Driss, Z, Bouabidi, A and Abid, M S (2018) Unsteady state of a solar chimney power plant accoupled with a turbine: case study. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 16(02), 244–55.

Khorshid, E, Alfadli, A and Falah, A (2018) Application of constraint infeasibility detection methods in engineering design problems. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 16(02), 285–312.

Oke, A E and Aghimien, D O (2018) Drivers of value management in the Nigerian construction industry. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 16(02), 270–84.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Nigeria; Construction projects; Value management; Drivers; Value for money;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 1726-0531
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/JEDT-02-2017-0012
  • Abstract:
    The paper aims to determine the possible drivers of value management (VM) in the construction industry with a view of providing better-quality construction and achieving value for money through its usage. Design/methodology/approach The study adopts a survey design, and construction professionals from various strata in the six geopolitical zones in Nigeria are assessed using a convenience sample through the use of a structured questionnaire. Frequency, percentage, mean score and one-sample t-test are used for analysing the data gathered. Findings Result revealed that although knowledge regarding VM practices is high, its adoption in the industry is average and the involvement of construction professionals in VM workshops is low. Government involvement through the introduction of VM policy, client commitment and proper understanding of VM methodology aid the adoption of VM practices. Practical implications This research was conducted across six geopolitical zones of the country as against common practice of selecting a particular region or state to represent the entire country. The findings therefore show a true reflection of the VM drivers in the country. Its recommendations can, to a large extent, increase the use of VM in the country and also other developing countries where construction projects are executed through a similar method, style and approach. Originality/value This paper highlights the possible ways of increasing the use of VM in the construction industry with a view to achieve better-quality construction and value for money.

Owusu-Manu, D, John Edwards, D, Pärn, E A, Antwi-Afari, M F and Aigbavboa, C (2018) The knowledge enablers of knowledge transfer: a study in the construction industries in Ghana. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 16(02), 194–210.

Reda, R, Saad, M, Ahmed, M Z and Abd-Elkader, H (2018) Monitoring joint quality: Taguchi approach and structure investigation. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 16(02), 211–32.

Shafabakhsh, G, Kashi, E and Tahani, M (2018) Analysis of runway pavement response under aircraft moving load by FEM. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 16(02), 233–43.

Wang, L (2018) The fuzzy in evaluation of concrete structure engineering. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 16(02), 327–38.

Zhou, B, Xue, Y, Li, M, Li, Z, Zhang, X and Tao, Y (2018) Longitudinal jet ventilation calculation and application of long highway tunnel. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 16(02), 256–69.