Buildability and Constructability Handbook Research 2022
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Building and Constructability Handbook1
BUILDABILITY AND CONSTRUCTABILITY HANDBOOK
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BUILDABILITY AND CONSTRUCTABILITY HANDBOOK
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Building and Constructability Handbook2
Abstract
There are several injuries which occur at construction sites and this puts the life of the
workers at risk. Research has shown that these injuries are as a result of human error or at times
they come from fatalities from the equipment’s used in construction. The overall impact is that
the productivity of the construction project goes down. Majorly, this handbook aims to
incorporate a revised constructability and buildability model into the new existing method, in
order to minimize the risks and attain maximum profit in the construction field. Several
activities are involved with Buildability and constructability. Some of these include project
planning, execution of the plans, management and completion of work. There are procedures
followed when carrying out these building projects. Due to the ever-improving technological
advancements, new methods of carrying out construction works are being improved. The
information in this transcript, therefore, seeks to address the concepts and principles of
constructability, and the roles played by cost managers and professionalism in construction to
achieve constructability performance.
The first phase of the handbook reviews the existing principles of buildability and
constructability, by looking at the various existing concepts by the BPRC. A matrix model is
then developed which focuses on improving seven major areas within the construction field.
These areas primarily include effective communication, integration, design expertise, proper
listening and comprehension, innovation, risk management, as well as reviews and
recommendations. Effective implementation of these proposed strategies is essential towards
ensuring that competitive advantage is created within the construction industry through a
generation of handbook manual that offers efficient guild lines for managers at the Building
Performance Research Centre (BPRC).
Abstract
There are several injuries which occur at construction sites and this puts the life of the
workers at risk. Research has shown that these injuries are as a result of human error or at times
they come from fatalities from the equipment’s used in construction. The overall impact is that
the productivity of the construction project goes down. Majorly, this handbook aims to
incorporate a revised constructability and buildability model into the new existing method, in
order to minimize the risks and attain maximum profit in the construction field. Several
activities are involved with Buildability and constructability. Some of these include project
planning, execution of the plans, management and completion of work. There are procedures
followed when carrying out these building projects. Due to the ever-improving technological
advancements, new methods of carrying out construction works are being improved. The
information in this transcript, therefore, seeks to address the concepts and principles of
constructability, and the roles played by cost managers and professionalism in construction to
achieve constructability performance.
The first phase of the handbook reviews the existing principles of buildability and
constructability, by looking at the various existing concepts by the BPRC. A matrix model is
then developed which focuses on improving seven major areas within the construction field.
These areas primarily include effective communication, integration, design expertise, proper
listening and comprehension, innovation, risk management, as well as reviews and
recommendations. Effective implementation of these proposed strategies is essential towards
ensuring that competitive advantage is created within the construction industry through a
generation of handbook manual that offers efficient guild lines for managers at the Building
Performance Research Centre (BPRC).
Building and Constructability Handbook3
Why this handbook is important
Why another book for constructability and buildability? There are numerous excellent
texts on the subject, with a long-established knowledge base, therefore why another book? It is
clear that the basis for buildability and constructability is well established, but there is
superficial evidence n the implementation of the various principles to each and every project
phase of a product life cycle. This handbook thus is important as it provides its details on the
application of the buildability principles in each project phase. It equips the mangers of an
organization with a detailed overview of the principles which are specific to the organization
alongside other primary guidelines, procedures and benefits. In a nutshell, the handbook sets
clear the expectations from the various construction managers while undertaking construction
projects. Additionally, the handbook is insightful to the newly hired managers who will be able
to comprehend the mission and values of the organization. The reasons below clearly
summarize the benefits of this buildability and constructability handbook.
1. Introduce new managers to the organizational culture and values
This is the most important aspect of the handbook, as the hiring of new managers is a
continuous process. The handbook aid in fostering pride and belonging amongst the managers
so that they can achieve competitive quality within the construction area.
2. Informs the managers on what is anticipated of them
A clearly written handbook offers the managers with a great deal of what is expected of
them by defining their roles within the spectra. This handbook has detailed each and every role
of the particular managers, and how they can contribute to the implementation of the proposed
buildability and constructability principles.
3. Educates the managers on what they can expect from the best management practice
The handbook offers a crucial insight o the management of various activities, ranging
from finance, schedules to the field operations. It outlines the product life cycle in relation to the
constructability and buildability principles. This clearly communicants and eliminates the
inconsistency which might exist within the organizational framework.
4. Portrays the organizational character
An organization is best defined by what it does and what it values. This constructability
and buildability handbook has explicitly defined a feasible roadmap for the execution of the
construction projects. It sets a print on how the organization is managed and how it discharges
various duties, which provides a suitable reflection of the organization in the greater picture.
How to use this handbook
The constructability and buildability handbook provides detailed information on the
proposed principles that need to be adopted by the organization in order to remain
Why this handbook is important
Why another book for constructability and buildability? There are numerous excellent
texts on the subject, with a long-established knowledge base, therefore why another book? It is
clear that the basis for buildability and constructability is well established, but there is
superficial evidence n the implementation of the various principles to each and every project
phase of a product life cycle. This handbook thus is important as it provides its details on the
application of the buildability principles in each project phase. It equips the mangers of an
organization with a detailed overview of the principles which are specific to the organization
alongside other primary guidelines, procedures and benefits. In a nutshell, the handbook sets
clear the expectations from the various construction managers while undertaking construction
projects. Additionally, the handbook is insightful to the newly hired managers who will be able
to comprehend the mission and values of the organization. The reasons below clearly
summarize the benefits of this buildability and constructability handbook.
1. Introduce new managers to the organizational culture and values
This is the most important aspect of the handbook, as the hiring of new managers is a
continuous process. The handbook aid in fostering pride and belonging amongst the managers
so that they can achieve competitive quality within the construction area.
2. Informs the managers on what is anticipated of them
A clearly written handbook offers the managers with a great deal of what is expected of
them by defining their roles within the spectra. This handbook has detailed each and every role
of the particular managers, and how they can contribute to the implementation of the proposed
buildability and constructability principles.
3. Educates the managers on what they can expect from the best management practice
The handbook offers a crucial insight o the management of various activities, ranging
from finance, schedules to the field operations. It outlines the product life cycle in relation to the
constructability and buildability principles. This clearly communicants and eliminates the
inconsistency which might exist within the organizational framework.
4. Portrays the organizational character
An organization is best defined by what it does and what it values. This constructability
and buildability handbook has explicitly defined a feasible roadmap for the execution of the
construction projects. It sets a print on how the organization is managed and how it discharges
various duties, which provides a suitable reflection of the organization in the greater picture.
How to use this handbook
The constructability and buildability handbook provides detailed information on the
proposed principles that need to be adopted by the organization in order to remain
Building and Constructability Handbook4
competitively advantaged. The handbook covers the overall content, structure the principles,
the role of professional construction as well as the general information. It has been divided into
three major sections. The first section provides looks at buildability and constructability
principles within the context. It provides the history, variations as well as the need to review
and build on the various buildability principles. The overall cycle of the existing information is
considered, and then the first section is concluded by looking at the need for change in the
existing buildability concepts.
The second section looks at the life cycle of a project, which entails four phases. This
information is tied with the role played by construction professional in ensuring that the
projects are executed in the right manner. This section is quite significant to the HSL consultants
as their roles are intricately defined, and setting the background for practical application of the
handbook. Finally, the last section details a review and recommendation of the buildability
principles. This forms an integral part of the handbook, as it elaborates stepwise each and every
recommendation, as well as its relation to the project life cycle and role played by the
construction experts.
Finding information
To find information on the handbook, one will look for the aimed topic through the
table of contents and then press control+ follow; to locate the page in which the information is
located. Also, one can decide to search for the primary word, by pressing control + F; it will
bring a navigation page upon which one types the word of choice and then looks it up.
Also, when one is interested in utilizing a certain section of the handbook, he/she will
have to make a citation so that the reproduced work does not create a similarity from this work,
as it has been patented.
Applying the handbook in practice
The constructability and Buildability handbook details the measures and principles
which should be followed while undertaking any construction project within the organization.
It should apply at all projects, after which reviews are provided to countercheck the
productivity a of the handbook, as per the last section of the recommended principles. The
handbook is intended to be used by HSL consultants. To effectively apply this handbook in
practice, the various managers ranging from the cost managers, construction managers,
quantity surveyors, construction consultants, as well as the project managers have to go
through it keenly so as to get the basic information. After this, one will have to critically analyze
the recommended principles of constructability and buildability to have a good foundation on
the same. The handbook concentrates majorly on sustainable practices, and its implementation
in practice begins at the planning stage. As it expands; on various effective models and
approaches within the recommended principles; it touches on emerging issues and connects
practice and policy, which generates a clear strategy and vision for the global community and
coming decades.
competitively advantaged. The handbook covers the overall content, structure the principles,
the role of professional construction as well as the general information. It has been divided into
three major sections. The first section provides looks at buildability and constructability
principles within the context. It provides the history, variations as well as the need to review
and build on the various buildability principles. The overall cycle of the existing information is
considered, and then the first section is concluded by looking at the need for change in the
existing buildability concepts.
The second section looks at the life cycle of a project, which entails four phases. This
information is tied with the role played by construction professional in ensuring that the
projects are executed in the right manner. This section is quite significant to the HSL consultants
as their roles are intricately defined, and setting the background for practical application of the
handbook. Finally, the last section details a review and recommendation of the buildability
principles. This forms an integral part of the handbook, as it elaborates stepwise each and every
recommendation, as well as its relation to the project life cycle and role played by the
construction experts.
Finding information
To find information on the handbook, one will look for the aimed topic through the
table of contents and then press control+ follow; to locate the page in which the information is
located. Also, one can decide to search for the primary word, by pressing control + F; it will
bring a navigation page upon which one types the word of choice and then looks it up.
Also, when one is interested in utilizing a certain section of the handbook, he/she will
have to make a citation so that the reproduced work does not create a similarity from this work,
as it has been patented.
Applying the handbook in practice
The constructability and Buildability handbook details the measures and principles
which should be followed while undertaking any construction project within the organization.
It should apply at all projects, after which reviews are provided to countercheck the
productivity a of the handbook, as per the last section of the recommended principles. The
handbook is intended to be used by HSL consultants. To effectively apply this handbook in
practice, the various managers ranging from the cost managers, construction managers,
quantity surveyors, construction consultants, as well as the project managers have to go
through it keenly so as to get the basic information. After this, one will have to critically analyze
the recommended principles of constructability and buildability to have a good foundation on
the same. The handbook concentrates majorly on sustainable practices, and its implementation
in practice begins at the planning stage. As it expands; on various effective models and
approaches within the recommended principles; it touches on emerging issues and connects
practice and policy, which generates a clear strategy and vision for the global community and
coming decades.
Building and Constructability Handbook5
The cost managers and project managers will play an influential role in ensuring that all
the procedures and schedules are implemented as per the stipulated guidelines and measures.
Additionally, the recommended principles are based on a critical review and have not been
implemented on any real project, so any review while being tested in the preliminary projects is
recommended for further refining and coherency of the handbook. The handbook will have a
long term application for the HSL consultants and will offer the practitioners with new
grounding for planning, organization and empowerment
The cost managers and project managers will play an influential role in ensuring that all
the procedures and schedules are implemented as per the stipulated guidelines and measures.
Additionally, the recommended principles are based on a critical review and have not been
implemented on any real project, so any review while being tested in the preliminary projects is
recommended for further refining and coherency of the handbook. The handbook will have a
long term application for the HSL consultants and will offer the practitioners with new
grounding for planning, organization and empowerment
Building and Constructability Handbook6
Table of Contents
Abstract....................................................................................................................... 2
Introduction................................................................................................................. 5
Aims........................................................................................................................ 5
Objectives................................................................................................................. 5
Buildability and Constructability................................................................................... 6
Definition of constructability...................................................................................... 6
Origins and Overview............................................................................................. 6
Tenets of constructability........................................................................................ 7
Constructability and Social/Environmental Responsibility.........................................7
Benefits of Constructability Beyond Cost Savings......................................................7
Integrating constructability in practice......................................................................7
Definition of Buildability........................................................................................... 8
Overview and origins.............................................................................................. 8
Historical background of buildability and constructability............................................9
Goals...................................................................................................................... 11
Current BPRC buildability and constructability principles..........................................11
Variations in CII and CIRIA concepts........................................................................12
Evolution of concepts and the need for change............................................................13
Significance of the concepts to the influence of cost and change.......................................13
Principles of constructability applied to the different life cycle stages of a building project
.............................................................................................................................. 14
Concept planning phase........................................................................................ 14
Design and procurement phases.............................................................................15
Field operations................................................................................................... 15
Role of project and cost managers in the buildability and constructability of a building..16
Proposed principles towards buildability and constructability........................................17
Effective communication.......................................................................................... 20
Summary............................................................................................................. 20
Integration.............................................................................................................. 22
Summary............................................................................................................. 23
Design expertise...................................................................................................... 24
Table of Contents
Abstract....................................................................................................................... 2
Introduction................................................................................................................. 5
Aims........................................................................................................................ 5
Objectives................................................................................................................. 5
Buildability and Constructability................................................................................... 6
Definition of constructability...................................................................................... 6
Origins and Overview............................................................................................. 6
Tenets of constructability........................................................................................ 7
Constructability and Social/Environmental Responsibility.........................................7
Benefits of Constructability Beyond Cost Savings......................................................7
Integrating constructability in practice......................................................................7
Definition of Buildability........................................................................................... 8
Overview and origins.............................................................................................. 8
Historical background of buildability and constructability............................................9
Goals...................................................................................................................... 11
Current BPRC buildability and constructability principles..........................................11
Variations in CII and CIRIA concepts........................................................................12
Evolution of concepts and the need for change............................................................13
Significance of the concepts to the influence of cost and change.......................................13
Principles of constructability applied to the different life cycle stages of a building project
.............................................................................................................................. 14
Concept planning phase........................................................................................ 14
Design and procurement phases.............................................................................15
Field operations................................................................................................... 15
Role of project and cost managers in the buildability and constructability of a building..16
Proposed principles towards buildability and constructability........................................17
Effective communication.......................................................................................... 20
Summary............................................................................................................. 20
Integration.............................................................................................................. 22
Summary............................................................................................................. 23
Design expertise...................................................................................................... 24
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Summary............................................................................................................. 24
Proper listening and comprehension..........................................................................26
Summary............................................................................................................. 26
Innovation.............................................................................................................. 28
Summary............................................................................................................. 28
Risk management.................................................................................................... 30
Summary............................................................................................................. 30
Reviews and recommendations.................................................................................32
Summary............................................................................................................. 33
Policies for implementing building and constructability plans.....................................33
Integration of proposed buildability and constructability principles.............................34
Project Team Roles and Responsibilities.......................................................................34
Conclusion and recommendations................................................................................35
Recommendations................................................................................................... 36
References................................................................................................................. 38
Summary............................................................................................................. 24
Proper listening and comprehension..........................................................................26
Summary............................................................................................................. 26
Innovation.............................................................................................................. 28
Summary............................................................................................................. 28
Risk management.................................................................................................... 30
Summary............................................................................................................. 30
Reviews and recommendations.................................................................................32
Summary............................................................................................................. 33
Policies for implementing building and constructability plans.....................................33
Integration of proposed buildability and constructability principles.............................34
Project Team Roles and Responsibilities.......................................................................34
Conclusion and recommendations................................................................................35
Recommendations................................................................................................... 36
References................................................................................................................. 38
Building and Constructability Handbook8
Introduction
Over the past times, HSL consultants have adopted the use of building and constructability
concepts in the implementation of most of its projects. However, there have been technological
advancements over time, and this calls for a need to review the concepts. With regards, it is the
intention of the board of directors to review the existing concepts to enable the company to fit
within the competitive edge.
Aims
To explore the buildability and constructability concepts to the BPRC members and
provide them with an opportunity to incorporate the techniques into their roles.
To implement the principles of buildability and constructability onto the various stages
of construction, among the various construction projects
To design a buildability and constructability handbook which strategically offers
efficiency in all the construction stages.
To review the existing buildability and constructability concepts and improve on the
areas where necessary.
To incorporate efficiency during the implementation of the projects by integrating
modern principles as well as techniques
Objectives
The primary objective of this handbook would thus be to enhance the efficiency as well as the
management principles across the projects so as not only to maximize the output but as well as
incorporate efficiency. To achieve the objective, the board will;
Critically review the existing buildability and constructability concepts to ensure that
the success of projects in relation to the management strategies is enhanced at the BPRC
Create a competitive advantage within the construction industry through a generation
of handbook manual that offers efficientguild lines for managers at the BPRC
Enhance the efficiency of the BPRC projects through minimization of the time schedules,
procurementsprocess as well as the project life cycle stages.
To educate the BPRC memberscontinually on the significance of effective
communication within the construction phases, projects and plans.
Introduction
Over the past times, HSL consultants have adopted the use of building and constructability
concepts in the implementation of most of its projects. However, there have been technological
advancements over time, and this calls for a need to review the concepts. With regards, it is the
intention of the board of directors to review the existing concepts to enable the company to fit
within the competitive edge.
Aims
To explore the buildability and constructability concepts to the BPRC members and
provide them with an opportunity to incorporate the techniques into their roles.
To implement the principles of buildability and constructability onto the various stages
of construction, among the various construction projects
To design a buildability and constructability handbook which strategically offers
efficiency in all the construction stages.
To review the existing buildability and constructability concepts and improve on the
areas where necessary.
To incorporate efficiency during the implementation of the projects by integrating
modern principles as well as techniques
Objectives
The primary objective of this handbook would thus be to enhance the efficiency as well as the
management principles across the projects so as not only to maximize the output but as well as
incorporate efficiency. To achieve the objective, the board will;
Critically review the existing buildability and constructability concepts to ensure that
the success of projects in relation to the management strategies is enhanced at the BPRC
Create a competitive advantage within the construction industry through a generation
of handbook manual that offers efficientguild lines for managers at the BPRC
Enhance the efficiency of the BPRC projects through minimization of the time schedules,
procurementsprocess as well as the project life cycle stages.
To educate the BPRC memberscontinually on the significance of effective
communication within the construction phases, projects and plans.
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