Pocock, J B; Kuennen, S T; Gambatese, J and Rauschkolb, J (2006) Constructability state of practice report. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(4), pp. 373-383. ISSN 0733-9364
Abstract
This report reviews guidance on constructability programs from a variety of sources and presents the current practice of constructability. The advice of several organizations and researchers is summarized to describe expectations for ideal constructability. Actual current constructability practice, based on results and analysis of a Constructability State of Practice survey, is described. Approximately 100 owners, architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and construction managers answered the survey's ten questions and provided written comments. The results provide a picture of current constructability practices in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry and progress in recent years. Major conclusions include: (1) constructability has gained acceptance throughout the industry; (2) constructability efforts are clearly beginning in early project phases; (3) a wide variety of constructability techniques and new technologies are being implemented; and (4) obstacles to improving constructability remain, but may be changing. Finally, recommendations are provided based on areas where constructability practice can still be improved. This report is relevant to both industry practitioners and researchers.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | constructability; design; design/build; project management |
| Index terms: | program, construction manager, practitioner, survey, constructability, project management, architect, engineer, owner, new technology |
| Subjects: | innovation and technology management, data collection methods, profession, practitioner, sociology, construction integration, software systems, project management theory and practice |
| Topics: | Digital Applications, Design Practice, Engineering Principles, Project Management, Research Practice, Roles and Professions, Stakeholder Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCE |
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