9%
6.2%
6.3%
6.4%
6.4%
6.4%
Source: Kelly, Herring (2012).
Fig 3: France Construction Growth ate (%)
Source: Kelly and Herring (2012)
Economic theory points out the factors leading to the decline in the construction output in France. Economic theory argues that the changes in demand for construction activities may be due to several economic factors such as changes in Gross National Product, and changes in interest rates. (Finkel, 1997). Akintola and Martin (1994) argue that the level of a national economy is a primary factor that could affect the construction demand in a given economy. Typically, "there is a relationship between construction demand and the growth in GNP, as a measure of the economic well being of a nation." (Akintola, and Martin 1994 P. 9). During the period of economic prosperity, there is a general increase in demand for consumer goods which triggers up the demand for construction activities.
In France, there are construction activities in both private and…...
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Selection citeia used by constuction contactos fo selecting a subcontacto.
Citeion
Weight
Oganization chaacteistics
Company eputation
Company age
Responsiveness
Pesonnel qualifications
Related degee o cetificate
Relevant expeience in building constuction
Technical abilities
Financial pefomance
Bank efeences
Pofitability histoy
Cuent wokload
Relevant expeience
Simila type of pojects to the poposed wok
Simila size ($) of pojects to the poposed wok
Souce: Dulung & Pheng, 2005, p. 94.
The espective weights wee then soted in ascending ode using Excel (see copy of data table at Appendix a) and ae illustated gaphically in Figue 2 below fo ease of compaison as to thei elative impotance in the subcontacto-selection pocess.
Figue 2. Selection citeia used by constuction contactos fo selecting a subcontacto.
Souce: Based on tabula data in Dulung & Pheng, 2005 at p. 94.
Although the constuction is fundamentally diffeent fom othe manufactuing entepises as noted above and by these authos, based on thei findings, Dulung and Pheng applied a simila assumption in the subcontacto selection pocess that suggested the main contactos (as buyes) typically…...
mlareferences
Similar size ($) of projects to the proposed work
Financial performance
Personnel qualifications
Company reputation
Fluor and Their Competition in the Construction Industry
usiness Strategy(s)/Strengths of Fluor
Company Information
Competitive Tactics/Strategy/Advantage-
Corporate Strategy-
Differentiation Strategy-
Executive Leadership-
Financial Leverage-
Industry/Industry Information
Market Position/Segmentation-
Strategic Decisions-
Porter's Five Strategies/Forces
Union Relations-
Outsourcing-
usiness Strategy(s)/Strengths of Fluor
Fluor Corporation is seen as one of the largest and publicly owned organizations in the world. It is in the business of engineering, procurement, construction and maintenance of facilities for manufacturing organizations. As a company it operates through its subsidiaries and has become now one of the world's business leaders. It is able to provide very good expertise and technical knowledge during all phases of a project. The strength of the company is viewed by its customers as being able to provide the best possible solutions which are able to optimally use the assets of the customer. This helps the customers improve their competitive business position and provide greater successes to their business. Engineering News-Record magazine has been regularly placing the organization among the top…...
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Bonding & Insurance
Miller Construction is a corporation that has been in business for 50 years and enjoys a good reputation. The majority of the company's business is in road works, and Miller Construction has been steadily profitable. The company was built by the elder Miller, who passed away a few years ago. Since that time, the business has been run by his son, Jacob. In two weeks, Jacob's brother Kenneth will be returning from military duty with the intention of joining the family business.
Since taking over from his father two years ago, Jacob has come to the realization that he is not as savvy at running a business as his father was. In particular, Jacob is weak with financial management. Jacob had accumulated personal debt, and to manage this he borrowed against the company's payables. Jacob also has some personal issues. He once filed a false insurance claim on stolen…...
This is when the available supply will address demand.
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Decision
As the general contractor of a medium size, one of the most important decision points in construction is a go no-go decision. Go no-go decisions have become common in the modern construction industry because of the changing marketplace that has in turn generated complex procurement choices. In light of the changing marketplace in the construction industry, construction companies face new challenges in identifying the most suitable project proposals to adopt and develop vetting measures that help in making the appropriate go no-go decision (Illia & ubin, 2014). Despite the complexities of such decisions, go no-go decisions remain very crucial choices in this sector because of their significance in weighing costs for the most appropriate project fit.
Contractors need to conduct a go no-go analysis in order to determine the best project fit depending on project specifications and needs. The analysis helps in several aspects including serving as a process of…...
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Construction design for safety in the construction industry encourages designers, contractors, project managers, site managers and engineers to design a safe construction site that, hopefully, reduces the risk and number of injuries and fatalities during the construction phase of a project. This study would focus on the different approaches used by the construction industry to ensure on-the-job safety and if there is one approach that is more efficient and effective than another.
The Construction industry represents one of the most dangerous workplace industries; with a high number of yearly deaths and injuries when compared to other industries. The construction industry has a very poor record on health and safety in Britain, and construction sites are known as very dangerous places to work. Every year roughly 70 -- 80 individuals die on construction sites and thousands of construction workers are injured.
The highest number of fatalities results from falls from scaffolds or roofs.…...
Summary and Conclusion
There is no way to protect construction workers from every accident that could possibly befall them. The nature of the work is such that complete safety is not guaranteed or even realistically possible. However, that does not mean that the number of fall accidents that occur cannot be reduced. Quite often, it is not a true accident but actual carelessness that is the cause of injuries and deaths on construction sites. Many construction workers forego safety harnesses, for example, because they can be cumbersome and inconvenient. They can make the work take longer, and make it more difficult for the worker to move around. That is especially true in cases where required work means the construction worker will have to unhook and re-hook his harness frequently. This aggravation is a small price to pay for saving lives, but the value of a harness is only seen if the…...
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Health and Safety in Construction Industry
The construction industry is by far the most dangerous one as it takes more lives every year and results in many short- and long-term minor or severe injuries. The UK government regulatory bodies have been playing a significant role in ensuring that proper health and safety procedures are followed. Throughout the last four decades, its role has been impeccable in decreasing fatalities in the construction industry, although the excessive rules and regulations, frequent changes, bureaucratic structure and lack of project management and risk management techniques have dented its efficiency in protecting small construction companies and contractors, resulting in a compensation and claim culture engulfed with individual profiteers such as insurance companies, lawyers and health and safety consultants. These excessive regulations have pushed constructors to adopt some illegal practices in order to decrease cost and probability of claims from injured workers. The risk management and assessment…...
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Building Design Construction Methods and Collapse
General building design and construction methods
Contemporary building regulations are effective in ensuring the safety of occupants throughout the life cycle of the structure. Government agencies have the responsibility of inspection to ensure safety and enforcing compliance to regulations and codes during constructions. Building design and construction methods evolve in response to emerging trends and demands in the industry. Advancements within the design and construction industries transform the demands and orientation of structures as per the consumer demand.
Building designs and construction methods have associated types of collapse. Designs and construction methods determine the gravity resistance system of buildings. Different building designs and construction methods have related hazards from the collapse of structures.
Fire resistive buildings
Fire resistive building designs integrate the application non-combustible materials in construction. This prevents the construction materials from adding to the fire load and smoke within and spread from the building. Construction materials used…...
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A second major facto in the growing trend for a new greener industry is that these measures also represent a more efficient operation from a financial perspective as well. For instance, recycling aluminum cans on the job is an example of a sustainable practice that contributes in a positive way to the bottom line (Shepherd, 2009). ecycling aluminum cans on the jobsite help to feed the local economy as well. These new cost-cutting measures are necessary, as green construction typically drives up the price of a new home by 10% (Shepherd, 2009). Companies must take measures to reduce costs in as many areas as possible.
How Can These New Innovations Affect a Career in the Construction Industry?
Changes within the construction industry will have an impact on those involved in the industry of the future. These new innovations represent changes in attitude toward the job site, project flow and project planning. Those…...
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Decreasing Quality in Construction
In the modern estern world, quality construction is generally taken for granted. Although it was once expected that each member of a town or village participate in construction. few people today are involved in the building of their own homes. Only a small percentage of the population is involved in the construction of the roads on which the majority of the population drives. It is a vast minority of people that have played any part in the creation of the structures in which they live, work, or shop. To the average person, there is little connection made mentally between the solid floors supporting his or her weight many stories above the ground, or the protective roof keeping out the elements overhead, and the actual labor which was put into these things. If the construction process is flawless, then no one will have to think about it…...
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According to Finkel (1999), "The American construction industry is a vibrant and dynamic segment of the overall economy. It is annually responsible for nearly 4% of the nation's gross domestic product (GDP)" (p. 3). The historic performance of the construction industry has remained positive, even during downturns in the national economy. In fact, the last decade has been a period of healthy growth from the construction industry worldwide; however, a continued economic slowdown may result in somewhat slower growth in the future (Law, 2008).
The historic growth patterns of the construction industry are shown in Table 2 below and illustrated in Figure 1.
Table 2.
Construction industry market analysis: 2001-2004.
Compound Annual Growth ate (CAG)
Commercial Construction
Source: U.S. Census Bureau cited in BPlans, 2008 at http://www.bplans.com/sample_business_plans/Construction_and_Engineering_Business_Plans/Formwork_Construction_Business_Plan/Market_Description_fc.cfm.
Figure 1. Construction industry market analysis: 2001-2004.
Source: Based on tabular data from.S. Census Bureau cited in BPlans, 2008.
Strategy.
The company's strategy for growth is based on an ongoing improvement process…...
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First, builders and developers could stop subbing out work to sub-contractors for the lowest bids. This may save some money, but in the long run it can affect quality and the overall consumer satisfaction with the builder. Accepting the lowest bid means the sub-is going to cut corners wherever they can to make their own profit, and that leads to poor quality and problems down the line. In addition, many subs hire pieceworkers to complete their jobs at the cheapest rate possible, and this leads to shoddy work completed on the fly, rather than quality work done right and with pride. Pieceworkers want to complete as many jobs as possible in the shortest amount of time, and this never leads to quality. For example, a finish carpenter is paid $100 to complete the trim in a condo unit. He or she does not work for three days, and then, in…...
According to Montgomery (2003), "Higher floors of buildings tended to rent at a substantial discount, due to the need to climb several flights of stairs to reach one's workplace or residence. Otis's invention of the safety elevator at mid-century heralded the end of this constraint on vertical real estate development" (495). Likewise, Masden notes that the increasingly confident use of the relatively new ' elevators' also fueled demand for more steel frame structures; such new steel-framed buildings were known during this early period as "elevator buildings" instead of skyscrapers, a term that was first coined in 1883 (Marsden 78).
The underlying theory behind steel frame construction during its early use, though, fueled some well-intentioned but misguided efforts that adversely influenced future applications, selection of building materials, site selection and other salient factors involved in construction. In this regard, Mumford (1959) reports that, "Unfortunately, the skyscraper was an almost automatic response…...
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Automated Welding Technology in Pipeline Welding Projects
The rapid advancement of technology has significantly transformed the construction industry, and the automation of welding processes has emerged as a game-changer in the field of pipeline welding. Automated welding technology offers numerous advantages over traditional manual welding methods, positively impacting the efficiency and quality of pipeline welding projects.
1. Increased Efficiency
One of the primary benefits of automated welding is its ability to significantly increase project efficiency. Automated welding systems are equipped with sophisticated software and sensors that control the welding parameters, ensuring consistent and accurate welding throughout the pipeline. This automation eliminates the need....
I. Introducing Notched Shear Connectors in CLT-Concrete Composite Floors
II. Key Benefits of Notched Shear Connectors
1. Waste reduction Repurposing building debris into clay bricks helps reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills, which can contribute to environmental pollution and depletion of natural resources. By reusing materials that would otherwise be discarded, sustainable construction practices can help conserve resources and reduce the overall environmental impact of construction projects. 2. Energy efficiency Making new clay bricks from repurposed building debris requires less energy than producing traditional bricks from raw materials. This can help reduce the carbon footprint of construction projects and lower their overall environmental impact. 3. Cost savings Repurposing building debris into clay bricks can....
Incorporating building debris into clay brick production stands as a transformative solution that aligns with the principles of sustainable construction. By reducing the dependency on raw materials, conserving energy, and minimizing the accumulation of construction waste, repurposed clay bricks emerge as an environmentally sound choice. Moreover, repurposing building debris can transform the construction industry into a more sustainable and circular one, fostering a responsible use of resources and promoting the reuse of valuable materials.
The benefits of repurposing building debris are multifaceted, contributing significantly to overall sustainability. The utilization of crushed concrete and other construction byproducts as admixtures in clay brick....
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