Mangvwat, J S; Spillane, J P and Bradley, J G (2024) Unveiling the nexus: The impact of social factors on sustainability in construction procurement. In: Thomson, C (ed.) Proceedings of 40th Annual ARCOM Conference, 2-4 September 2024, London South Bank University, UK.
Abstract
Implementing social factors in construction projects contributes to the creation of social value and serves as a catalyst for promoting sustainability throughout the construction process. This paper evaluates current procurement practices within public tertiary institutions, specifically focusing on the relationship between sustainable construction and social factors in the context of Nigeria. Using survey findings, this study evaluates the interplay among these elements to determine the pivotal role social factors play in enhancing the overall well-being of both site workers and their surrounding communities. This research therefore highlights the significance of social factors on the overall well-being of site workers and community in construction projects, by clarifying the links between procurement practices, sustainable construction, and social considerations. The findings underscore the need to integrate a socially conscious approach into procurement strategies, thereby fostering positive outcomes for both the workforce and the communities engaged in construction endeavours.
| Item Type: | Conference Paper (Paper) |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | sustainable construction; social factors; procurement activities; well-being; Nigeria |
| Index terms: | social value, survey, construction project, well-being, Nigeria, construction process, construction procurement, sustainable construction, tertiary, procurement strategy, social factor |
| Subjects: | curriculum development, mental health and wellbeing, production management, Geography, sociology, building construction, sustainable construction, data collection methods, contractual arrangements |
| Topics: | Geographical Context, Education, Health and Safety, Project Management, Research Practice, Site Management, Sustainability, Urban Studies, Procurement |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTE |
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