This volume outlines a progressively staged process focused on fostering
a more effective, more efficient, and greener global construction
industry. The research-based book commences with an evaluation of eight
methodologies identified after a worldwide literature and compliance
review. It is followed by a more detailed report on four of these
options, with the ultimate objective of independent selection within the
construction engineering community of a single most appropriate
methodology as the approach for further, more-detailed investigation.
The eight methodologies were selected against six key performance
indicators developed as assessment criteria and include knowledge
management, lean construction, construction contract procurement
practices, optimal work duration on site, construction site waste,
rationalization of construction safety regulations, sustainable
construction labor force, and portfolio project development. A primary
outcome of the selected methodology being a triple bottom-line benefit
to key stakeholders, commercially and also to the ecology, along with
the community at large.
Front-end construction waste strategies to serve as best practices to
minimize waste generated by construction projects was the methodology
selected for detailed research. The text also covers the primary sources
of construction waste. The book is ideal for civil and construction
engineers as well as project developers; managers and public sector
waste management specialists.
