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School of Architecture and Built Environment, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia

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Journal article
Published: 31 July 2021 in Journal of Cleaner Production
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Making project management practices sustainable is an essential component to the broader mission of making the construction industry, as a whole, truly sustainable. In pursuit of this objective, numerous studies have collectively identified a plethora of barriers inhibiting construction project management sustainable transition. While such knowledge is instructive, it presents its own barrier as prevailing challenges cannot be tackled simultaneously and redressing barriers individually (and in isolation) has proven ineffective. This research therefore seeks to examine the interrelationship and dependency of these barriers, doing so in the context of the Iranian construction industry, and by using statistical means to identify underlying meta-barrier factors. Extracted from the extant literature, thirty initial barriers are defined and delineated to inform a survey data collection instrument delivered to Iranian industry experts. Of 454 questionnaires distributed to construction professionals, 176 valid responses were returned and Social Network Analysis (SNA) tools were adopted to analyse the data. Five core thematic clusters of barriers were observed to impede the industry's project management sustainability transition, namely: 1) project context; 2) knowledge; 3) investment; 4) community; and 5) strategy. Based upon these five meta clusters of barriers, future industry and government policies could set frameworks for moving towards sustainability and identify the root causes of the failure in their projects' sustainable practices. The research concludes by delineating future direction for further research investigation. This study contributes to the field through analysing the linkages between barriers and distils them into five broad problem sets. This method provides a more manageable approach and offers industry practitioners in Iran holistic insight on how to effect positive change towards sustainable project management practices, and in turn, a sustainable construction industry. In so doing, the study provides lessons for other developing countries.

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Ali Fathalizadeh; M. Reza Hosseini; A.J. Gilbert Silvius; Ali Rahimian; Igor Martek; David John Edwards. Barriers impeding sustainable project management: A Social Network Analysis of the Iranian construction sector. Journal of Cleaner Production 2021, 318, 128405 .

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Ali Fathalizadeh, M. Reza Hosseini, A.J. Gilbert Silvius, Ali Rahimian, Igor Martek, David John Edwards. Barriers impeding sustainable project management: A Social Network Analysis of the Iranian construction sector. Journal of Cleaner Production. 2021; 318 ():128405.

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Ali Fathalizadeh; M. Reza Hosseini; A.J. Gilbert Silvius; Ali Rahimian; Igor Martek; David John Edwards. 2021. "Barriers impeding sustainable project management: A Social Network Analysis of the Iranian construction sector." Journal of Cleaner Production 318, no. : 128405.

Concept paper
Published: 28 July 2021 in Sustainability
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This article provides a picture of the latest developments in providing BIM-based tools for construction and demolition waste (CDW) management. The coverage and breadth of the literature on offering BIM-based tools and technologies for dealing with CDW throughout the whole life cycle of construction are investigated, and gaps are identified. Findings reveal that, although various BIM-based technologies are closely associated with CDW, much of the existing research on this area has focused on the design and construction phase; indeed, the problem of CDW in post-construction stages has received scant attention. Besides, the now available tools and technologies are lacking in cross-phase insights into project waste aspects and are weak in theoretical rigor. This article contributes to the field by identifying the intellectual deficiencies in offering BIM-based tools and technologies when dealing with CDW. So, too, it points to major priorities for future research on the topic. For practitioners, the study provides a point of reference and raises awareness in the field about the most advanced available BIM-based technologies for dealing with CDW problems.

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Bahareh Nikmehr; M. Hosseini; Jun Wang; Nicholas Chileshe; Raufdeen Rameezdeen. BIM-Based Tools for Managing Construction and Demolition Waste (CDW): A Scoping Review. Sustainability 2021, 13, 8427 .

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Bahareh Nikmehr, M. Hosseini, Jun Wang, Nicholas Chileshe, Raufdeen Rameezdeen. BIM-Based Tools for Managing Construction and Demolition Waste (CDW): A Scoping Review. Sustainability. 2021; 13 (15):8427.

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Bahareh Nikmehr; M. Hosseini; Jun Wang; Nicholas Chileshe; Raufdeen Rameezdeen. 2021. "BIM-Based Tools for Managing Construction and Demolition Waste (CDW): A Scoping Review." Sustainability 13, no. 15: 8427.

Earlycite article
Published: 01 July 2021 in Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management
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Purpose Reverse logistics (RL) is a waste revaluation process aimed at reintroducing once-used materials back into the production cycle. Public administration (PA) plays a strong role in influencing the implementation of RL in the construction industry through policy and laws. While much research identifies PA as an important driver in RL, no research yet describes how this occurs. Design/methodology/approach A systematic literature review was conducted on the theme PA in RL with 93 relevant publications retrieved. Findings Six strategies used by PA to promote RL were extracted: (1) legislation, (2) government subsidies, (3) landfill disposal fee, (4) government inspection, (5) use in public construction works and (6) penalties and fines. Moreover, a typology built on these six strategies was developed, mapping 15 interactional relationships between strategies, according to three levels of influence: (1) encouragement (2) requirement and (3) regulation. Practical implications It was found that legislation and government subsidies prove to be the more effective strategies, with the remaining strategies greatly neglected. Importantly, however, this study reveals that a combination of strategies are most effective when appropriately combined. Originality/value This study confirms the importance of PA in RL, in construction, while documenting the extent of current research. The resulting proposed typology, along with 15 identified future research priorities, is expected to be of value to academics and policy makers looking to advance understanding in this domain.

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Rayra Brandão; M. Reza Hosseini; Alcebíades N. Macêdo; André C. Melo; Igor Martek. Public administration strategies that stimulate reverse logistics within the construction industry: a conceptual typology. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management 2021, ahead-of-p, 1 .

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Rayra Brandão, M. Reza Hosseini, Alcebíades N. Macêdo, André C. Melo, Igor Martek. Public administration strategies that stimulate reverse logistics within the construction industry: a conceptual typology. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. 2021; ahead-of-p (ahead-of-p):1.

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Rayra Brandão; M. Reza Hosseini; Alcebíades N. Macêdo; André C. Melo; Igor Martek. 2021. "Public administration strategies that stimulate reverse logistics within the construction industry: a conceptual typology." Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management ahead-of-p, no. ahead-of-p: 1.

Journal article
Published: 17 June 2021 in Habitat International
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The Australian construction industry is transitioning to becoming more sustainable. Despite their crucial role, Australian communities as the end-users of this transition have been overlooked. Buildings contribute as much as 30% of the total waste produced and as much as 40% of total greenhouse gases. Residential construction makes up the biggest sector in construction; about 80% by cost. If sustainable construction is to be realised, it must take root in the housing sector. Little progress, however, has been made. Current literature places much of the blame with the owners and occupiers of houses – The line goes that builders would build sustainable houses if people really wanted them. The question arises: are reported societal concerns for sustainability merely superficial or supported by intention and commitment to act. This study aimed to test public resolve for a transition to sustainable residential housing. Three focus groups, drawn from three diverse communities within the greater Melbourne metropolitan region, were engaged in describing and explaining community views on the desirability of sustainable housing. The unanimous consensus is that people want housing to be more sustainable, but that this is not forthcoming because of the intransigence of government and builders to facilitate a needed culture of change within the residential housing sector. This study contributes to the field, providing a model that encapsulates various dimensions of community's, namely, end-users’ perceptions, based on the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB). Findings provide a sound basis for future researchers to address the challenges identified. The study also raises awareness of policymakers and industry practitioners of the genuine needs and requirements of end-users of residential buildings.

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Salman Shooshtarian; M. Reza Hosseini; Igor Martek; Asheem Shrestha; Mehrdad Arashpour; Glenn Costin; Stewart Seaton. Australia's push to make residential housing sustainable - Do end-users care? Habitat International 2021, 114, 102384 .

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Salman Shooshtarian, M. Reza Hosseini, Igor Martek, Asheem Shrestha, Mehrdad Arashpour, Glenn Costin, Stewart Seaton. Australia's push to make residential housing sustainable - Do end-users care? Habitat International. 2021; 114 ():102384.

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Salman Shooshtarian; M. Reza Hosseini; Igor Martek; Asheem Shrestha; Mehrdad Arashpour; Glenn Costin; Stewart Seaton. 2021. "Australia's push to make residential housing sustainable - Do end-users care?" Habitat International 114, no. : 102384.

Online first articles
Published: 13 May 2021 in African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development
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The decision-making towards the adoption of Smart Building Technologies (SBTs) is not sufficiently informed by pertinent expertise in developing countries such as Ghana, in terms of energy-efficient building design methods and associated technologies. This study aims to assess the decision level on adopting SBTs and identify the factors that influence pertinent decision-making in developing countries. A questionnaire survey was adopted to collect data from 227 respondents, including project managers and construction design teams. Descriptive analytical tools and a one sample t-test were used to analyze the data. The findings revealed that the decision level to adopt SBTs is moderately high in the Ghanaian construction industry. The significant factors influencing the decision to adopt SBTs are “Instrumentation and Control”, “Connectivity”, “Interoperability”, “Data Management and Analytics”, “Privacy and Security”, “IT Professional Support”, “Top Management Support”, “Viable Funding Strategy”, “Stakeholders' Computer Self-Efficacy”, “Stakeholders' Engagement and Participation” and “Participation and Collaboration.” Practically, the result serves as a valuable reference for assisting policymakers and practitioners in the construction industry, especially project managers and construction design teams, towards decision-making on smart buildings. The study probed the multifaceted nature of the construction industry to assess and identify the significant factors influencing the decision to adopt SBTs in the construction industry of developing countries.

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De-Graft Owusu-Manu; Frank A. Ghansah; Joshua Ayarkwa; David J. Edwards; Reza Hosseini. Factors influencing the decision to adopt Smart Building Technology (SBT) in developing countries. African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development 2021, 1 -11.

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De-Graft Owusu-Manu, Frank A. Ghansah, Joshua Ayarkwa, David J. Edwards, Reza Hosseini. Factors influencing the decision to adopt Smart Building Technology (SBT) in developing countries. African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development. 2021; ():1-11.

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De-Graft Owusu-Manu; Frank A. Ghansah; Joshua Ayarkwa; David J. Edwards; Reza Hosseini. 2021. "Factors influencing the decision to adopt Smart Building Technology (SBT) in developing countries." African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development , no. : 1-11.

Journal article
Published: 30 April 2021 in Sustainability
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Construction is a complex activity, characterized by high levels of capital investment, relatively long delivery durations, multitudinous risks and uncertainties, as well as requiring the integration of multiple skills delivering a huge volume of tasks and processes. All of these must be coordinated carefully if time, cost, and quality constraints are to be met. At the same time, construction is renowned for performing poorly regarding sustainability metrics. Construction activity generates high volumes of waste, requires vast amounts of resources and materials, while consuming a significant proportion of total energy generated. Digitalization of the construction workplace and construction activities has the potential of improving construction performance both in terms of business results as well as sustainability outcomes. This is because, to put it simply, reduced energy usage, for example, impacts economic and “green” performance, simultaneously. Firms tinkering with digitalization, however, do not always achieve the hoped-for outcomes. The challenge faced is that a digital transition of construction firms must be carried out at a strategic level—requiring a comprehensive change management protocol. What then does a digital strategy entail? This study puts forward an argument for the combined economic and sustainability dividends to be had from digitizing construction firm activities. It outlines the requirements for achieving digitalization. The elements of a comprehensive digitalization strategy are cataloged, while the various approaches to developing a digitalization strategy are discussed. This study offers practitioners a useful framework by which to consider their own firm-level efforts at digitalization transition.

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Bahareh Nikmehr; M. Hosseini; Igor Martek; Edmundas Zavadskas; Jurgita Antucheviciene. Digitalization as a Strategic Means of Achieving Sustainable Efficiencies in Construction Management: A Critical Review. Sustainability 2021, 13, 5040 .

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Bahareh Nikmehr, M. Hosseini, Igor Martek, Edmundas Zavadskas, Jurgita Antucheviciene. Digitalization as a Strategic Means of Achieving Sustainable Efficiencies in Construction Management: A Critical Review. Sustainability. 2021; 13 (9):5040.

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Bahareh Nikmehr; M. Hosseini; Igor Martek; Edmundas Zavadskas; Jurgita Antucheviciene. 2021. "Digitalization as a Strategic Means of Achieving Sustainable Efficiencies in Construction Management: A Critical Review." Sustainability 13, no. 9: 5040.

Earlycite article
Published: 07 April 2021 in Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present a modified model for collaboration in BIM-based construction networks (BbCNs). Though BIM is increasingly adopted and implemented across the construction industry, the problems associated with the lack of collaboration among teams in BbCNs remain a major hindrance to reaping the full potential of BIM. Previous studies have been conceptual in nature. This paper, therefore, attempts to modify and validate existing conceptual models that describe collaboration in BbCNs. Design/methodology/approach To modify the conceptual model for collaboration in BbCNs, qualitative data through semi-structured interviews with BIM experts in the industry were collected and analysed using qualitative methods including the use of NVivo software. Findings The proposed model includes influential factors and their sub-factors to collaboration in BbCNs, as well as considering their indicators. Findings reveal that several overlooked concepts, particularly unfavourable BIM contractual arrangements, act as the root causes of the unwillingness of team members in BbCNs to engage in collaborative efforts. Research limitations/implications The study's findings must be viewed in light of several limitations. First, the interviewees in this study were based in Australia hence their perceptions of BIM collaboration are reflective of the sociotechnical setting of BIM-enabled projects in this country. Also, the findings are based on the perception of experts in the field, rather than analysis of performance measures or quantitative assessment of associations among collaboration outcomes and various factors. This, however, provides the field with fertile grounds for future research. Practical implications The study benefits researchers by shifting the collaboration discourse in BIM-enabled projects from technology-related issues to the people and contractual-related domains. Moreover, the developed qualitative model provides industry professionals with a point of reference to improve collaboration on BIM-enabled projects. Social implications The study benefits researchers by shifting the collaboration discourse in BIM-enabled projects from technology-related issues to the people and contractual-related domains. Moreover, the developed qualitative model provides industry professionals with a point of reference to improve collaboration on BIM-enabled projects. Originality/value Arguments provided in this study highlight the necessity of considering the contractual arrangement of BIM-related projects and foster the willingness of team members to collaborate. This can be addressed using clear and comprehensive BIM execution plans and clearly explaining the role of BIM managers in the process.

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Mehran Oraee; M. Reza Hosseini; David Edwards; Eleni Papadonikolaki. Collaboration in BIM-based construction networks: a qualitative model of influential factors. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management 2021, ahead-of-p, 1 .

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Mehran Oraee, M. Reza Hosseini, David Edwards, Eleni Papadonikolaki. Collaboration in BIM-based construction networks: a qualitative model of influential factors. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. 2021; ahead-of-p (ahead-of-p):1.

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Mehran Oraee; M. Reza Hosseini; David Edwards; Eleni Papadonikolaki. 2021. "Collaboration in BIM-based construction networks: a qualitative model of influential factors." Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management ahead-of-p, no. ahead-of-p: 1.

Journal article
Published: 01 April 2021 in ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information
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Critical issues surrounding the promotion and adoption of building information modeling (BIM) for construction projects are largely country-specific due to contextual socio-cultural, economic, and regulatory environments impacting construction operations and outcomes. There is little information on BIM adoption issues specific to the Cambodian construction industry (‘the industry’). This paper aims to narrow existing knowledge by investigating key drivers for, and barriers to the adoption of BIM in the industry. Using descriptive survey method, feedback was received from contractors and architects that were registered with their respective trade and professional associations in the industry. The multi-attribute method and the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS)-based Kendall’s coefficient of concordance (W) test were used to analyze the empirical datasets. Results showed that out of the 13 significant drivers identified in the study, the most influential comprised the technology’s ability to remarkably enhance project visualization and schedule performance; this is followed by awareness that the technology is redefining how project information is created and shared among stakeholders and therefore the future of the industry that cannot be ignored. On the other hand, the most constraining barrier to the adoption of the technology, out of 19 significant barriers, related to strong industry resistance to change, especially reluctance to change from 2D drafting to 3D modeling; other highly rated barriers included the high initial cost of the software and the shortage of professionals with BIM skills. Implementation of the study findings could support greater uptake of the technology and the leveraging of its key benefits to improving project success and the growth of the Cambodian construction industry, as well as those of other developing economies that share similar socio-cultural, economic, and regulatory environments.

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Serdar Durdyev; Jasper Mbachu; Derek Thurnell; Linlin Zhao; M. Hosseini. BIM Adoption in the Cambodian Construction Industry: Key Drivers and Barriers. ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information 2021, 10, 215 .

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Serdar Durdyev, Jasper Mbachu, Derek Thurnell, Linlin Zhao, M. Hosseini. BIM Adoption in the Cambodian Construction Industry: Key Drivers and Barriers. ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information. 2021; 10 (4):215.

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Serdar Durdyev; Jasper Mbachu; Derek Thurnell; Linlin Zhao; M. Hosseini. 2021. "BIM Adoption in the Cambodian Construction Industry: Key Drivers and Barriers." ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information 10, no. 4: 215.

Journal article
Published: 01 March 2021 in Journal of Architectural Engineering
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Despite the increasingly widespread adoption of building information modeling (BIM) in Australia, a steady pipeline of BIM-ready graduates required to meet industry demand remains elusive. Anecdotal evidence suggests that universities in Australia have not been successful in delivering BIM-enabled graduates of the correct caliber, due to a plethora of barriers. This paper aims to identify, define, and delineate barriers to the integration of BIM education into programs in Australian higher education institutions (HEIs), and unearth the antecedents of these barriers. A postpositivist philosophical design will be implemented to undertake a cross-sectional and mixed methods approach to collecting and analyzing primary data. Data will be collected through qualitative methods, 18 structured and 7 semistructured interviews, with key BIM educators in Australia. Data will be analyzed using NVivo. The findings reveal that four thematic groups of barriers hinder effective BIM education integration in Australian HEIs. These are (1) change management challenges, (2) curriculum and content limitation, (3) educators’ problems, and (4) disconnect with the industry. The research concludes that a major overhaul is needed to change the modus operandi via which the industry, accreditation bodies, and government policymakers engage with HEIs to define BIM education programs. However, given a notable lack of investment and collaboration from industry and government, HEIs cannot manage the change needed to run effective BIM training programs. Therefore, cross-government and industry collaboration and financial support is needed to stimulate a cultural shift in existing HEIs’ provisions to generate future generations of highly skilled and competent BIM-enabled graduates. This paper, to the best of the authors’ knowledge, represents the first attempt in Australia to contextualize HEIs’ capacity to deliver advanced BIM training, given the wider and prevailing economic and political topology that currently fails to adequately support the supply of fully trained graduates.

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Oskar Casasayas; M. Reza Hosseini; D. J. Edwards; Sarah Shuchi; Mahmuda Chowdhury. Integrating BIM in Higher Education Programs: Barriers and Remedial Solutions in Australia. Journal of Architectural Engineering 2021, 27, 05020010 .

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Oskar Casasayas, M. Reza Hosseini, D. J. Edwards, Sarah Shuchi, Mahmuda Chowdhury. Integrating BIM in Higher Education Programs: Barriers and Remedial Solutions in Australia. Journal of Architectural Engineering. 2021; 27 (1):05020010.

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Oskar Casasayas; M. Reza Hosseini; D. J. Edwards; Sarah Shuchi; Mahmuda Chowdhury. 2021. "Integrating BIM in Higher Education Programs: Barriers and Remedial Solutions in Australia." Journal of Architectural Engineering 27, no. 1: 05020010.

Journal article
Published: 26 February 2021 in JOURNAL OF CIVIL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
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Various risks significantly influence pricing of bids and a wide range of factors impact bid pricing risks. Of these, client’s reputation and the record of projects owned by a client have vital contribution on the issue. Current practices however fail to capture the impacts of client-related factors. There is a need for developing a practical quantitative approach, which enables estimators to process bid risk allocation easily. Through reliability analysis, the developed method proposed in this study enables practitioners to make informed bid/no-bid decisions based on estimating the probabilities of schedule and cost overruns. Estimating the probability of project failure enables estimators to quantify the risk element of bid price. In addition, schedule and cost overrun cumulative probability distributions can be used to estimate the expected value of these variables. The practicability of this proposed method is tested by empirical data obtained from 40 university construction projects of one client, for estimating the bid price of a low-rise building. For researchers, findings provide illuminating insight into the potential of using reliability analysis as a valuable tool for bid decision-making practices. So too, the proposed method offers a blueprint for estimating and calculating time and contingency – and managing associated risks – in planning construction projects. The contribution of this study for the world of practice lies in providing a simple, rapid and cost-effective method for bid decision-making processes.

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Farzad Ghodoosi; Ashutosh Bagchi; M. Reza Hosseini; Tatjana Vilutienė; Mehran Zeynalian. ENHANCEMENT OF BID DECISION-MAKING IN CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS: A RELIABILITY ANALYSIS APPROACH. JOURNAL OF CIVIL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT 2021, 27, 149 -161.

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Farzad Ghodoosi, Ashutosh Bagchi, M. Reza Hosseini, Tatjana Vilutienė, Mehran Zeynalian. ENHANCEMENT OF BID DECISION-MAKING IN CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS: A RELIABILITY ANALYSIS APPROACH. JOURNAL OF CIVIL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT. 2021; 27 (3):149-161.

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Farzad Ghodoosi; Ashutosh Bagchi; M. Reza Hosseini; Tatjana Vilutienė; Mehran Zeynalian. 2021. "ENHANCEMENT OF BID DECISION-MAKING IN CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS: A RELIABILITY ANALYSIS APPROACH." JOURNAL OF CIVIL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT 27, no. 3: 149-161.

Earlycite article
Published: 18 February 2021 in Smart and Sustainable Built Environment
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Purpose The barriers to integrating sustainable practices into construction project management require extensive resource allocations to resolve. Within developing countries such as Iran (where resources are scarce), remedial strategies adopted must prioritise tackling those barriers that can be expected to yield maximum return on investment. The candidate barriers are many, and this paper aims to identify a hierarchy of barriers, providing a priority list of remedial targets. Design/methodology/approach A mixed philosophical stance of interpretivism and post-positivism is adopted within a deductive approach and survey strategy. A list of 30 known barriers are identified from extant literature and used to formulate a questionnaire data collection instrument administered within the Iranian construction industry. Data collected from 176 practitioners are analysed using the relative importance index and Mann–Whitney U test to compare groups based on the participants' demographic variables. Findings The findings challenge the common assumption that items related to market and workforce experience are major inhibitors of change. That is, economics and regulatory dependent barriers have a higher impact on the failure of a shift to sustainable practices in Iran. The most influential barriers to incorporating sustainability in construction projects are: (1) lack of understanding of the potential benefits; (2) insufficient cooperation among practitioners, research institutions and environmental organisations; and (3) a lack of a systematic approach to pursuing sustainability goals. No significant associations are detected between the affiliation of the respondents and their attitude towards the issue. Thus, a generalised approach can be applied to a broader range of organisations and construction projects in Iran. Originality/value While studies on sustainability impediments at the firm or project level are ubiquitous within literature, this research identifies that the most significant barriers to sustainable project management in Iran, as an underexplored context, are those experienced at the economic and institutional level. Moreover, this novel research presents important insights into the potential effects of participants' demographic profiles on their view of the importance of identified barriers.

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Ali Fathalizadeh; M. Reza Hosseini; Seyyed Saeed Vaezzadeh; David J. Edwards; Igor Martek; Salman Shooshtarian. Barriers to sustainable construction project management: the case of Iran. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment 2021, ahead-of-p, 1 .

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Ali Fathalizadeh, M. Reza Hosseini, Seyyed Saeed Vaezzadeh, David J. Edwards, Igor Martek, Salman Shooshtarian. Barriers to sustainable construction project management: the case of Iran. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment. 2021; ahead-of-p (ahead-of-p):1.

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Ali Fathalizadeh; M. Reza Hosseini; Seyyed Saeed Vaezzadeh; David J. Edwards; Igor Martek; Salman Shooshtarian. 2021. "Barriers to sustainable construction project management: the case of Iran." Smart and Sustainable Built Environment ahead-of-p, no. ahead-of-p: 1.

Earlycite article
Published: 25 November 2020 in International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation
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PurposeHuman vibration exposure from hand-operated equipment emissions can lead to irreparable and debilitating hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS). While work-place health and well-being (H&WB) policies, strategies and procedures have been extensively researched and documented, little has been done to develop a specific strategic framework tailored to the management of hand-arm vibration (HAV). This study fills that gap.Design/methodology/approachA mixed philosophical approach of interpretivism and critical realism is adopted within a case study of a utilities contractor. Within this overarching epistemological design, action research approach is implemented via a three-stage investigation, namely, relevant company H&WB documents and procedures were examined, leading to the formulation of semi-structured interview questioning of the H&WB team. Their responses informed the next line of questions, delivered to middle-management responsible for overseeing H&S.FindingsThe findings are instructive in revealing that while substantial documentation management (augmented with protocols and checks) was in place, the system fell short of implementation within the workforce and thus failed to preserve worker H&WB. The investigation generated recommendations for shoring up H&WB deficiencies observed and developed a theoretical model to represent these. Though these recommendations were developed in response to a specific case, they form the core of a HAV operational H&WB strategy framework with applicability over a broader context.Originality/valueThis research provides unique insight into contemporary industry practices employed to manage HAV in the workplace and represents an invaluable opportunity to learn from prevailing practices and rectify deficiencies observed.

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David John Edwards; Igor Martek; Obuks Ejohwomu; Clinton Aigbavboa; M. Reza Hosseini. Hand-arm vibration management: an operational health and safety strategy framework. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation 2020, ahead-of-p, 1 .

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David John Edwards, Igor Martek, Obuks Ejohwomu, Clinton Aigbavboa, M. Reza Hosseini. Hand-arm vibration management: an operational health and safety strategy framework. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation. 2020; ahead-of-p (ahead-of-p):1.

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David John Edwards; Igor Martek; Obuks Ejohwomu; Clinton Aigbavboa; M. Reza Hosseini. 2020. "Hand-arm vibration management: an operational health and safety strategy framework." International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation ahead-of-p, no. ahead-of-p: 1.

Journal article
Published: 16 November 2020 in Sustainability
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Integrated project delivery (IPD) is a mode of project procurement recognised as facilitating superior project performance. However, this success is contingent on effective cost management practices that share cost data with all project stakeholders in an accurate, timely and transparent manner. Despite an extensive literature on aspects of cost management, none identifies the essential ingredients required of an effective cost management system, sufficiently robust to support successful IPD projects. Candidate cost management augmenting practices are drawn from the literature, and presented for scrutiny in questionnaire form, to fifty IPD experienced experts, based in the USA, UK and Australia. Findings reveal activity-based costing (ABC) to be effective at identifying overhead costs and creating accounting transparency. Similarly, earned value management (EVM), in combination with ABC, is effective at developing mathematical models for equitable risk-reward distribution. Moreover, web-based management systems, as supported by Building Information Modelling (BIM), are effective at generating trust and collaboration on which IPD success depends. A questionnaire survey using purposive sampling was conducted to assess the factors driving success of implementing IPD regarding cost management process. The contribution to knowledge made by this paper is in identifying requisite support mechanisms essential to elevate traditional cost management practices to the higher standard needed to ensure IPD delivery success.

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Faris Elghaish; M. Hosseini; Saeed Talebi; Sepehr Abrishami; Igor Martek; Michail Kagioglou. Factors Driving Success of Cost Management Practices in Integrated Project Delivery (IPD). Sustainability 2020, 12, 9539 .

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Faris Elghaish, M. Hosseini, Saeed Talebi, Sepehr Abrishami, Igor Martek, Michail Kagioglou. Factors Driving Success of Cost Management Practices in Integrated Project Delivery (IPD). Sustainability. 2020; 12 (22):9539.

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Faris Elghaish; M. Hosseini; Saeed Talebi; Sepehr Abrishami; Igor Martek; Michail Kagioglou. 2020. "Factors Driving Success of Cost Management Practices in Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)." Sustainability 12, no. 22: 9539.

Journal article
Published: 13 November 2020 in International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)-related injuries are vexing problems for construction projects in developing countries, mostly due to poor managerial-, governmental-, and technical safety-related issues. Though some studies have been conducted on OHS-associated issues in developing countries, research on this topic remains scarce. A review of the literature shows that presenting a predictive assessment framework through machine learning techniques can add much to the field. As for Malaysia, despite the ongoing growth of the construction sector, there has not been any study focused on OHS assessment of workers involved in construction activities. To fill these gaps, an Ensemble Predictive Safety Risk Assessment Model (EPSRAM) is developed in this paper as an effective tool to assess the OHS risks related to workers on construction sites. The developed EPSRAM is based on the integration of neural networks with fuzzy inference systems. To show the effectiveness of the EPSRAM developed, it is applied to several Malaysian construction case projects. This paper contributes to the field in several ways, through: (1) identifying major potential safety risks, (2) determining crucial factors that affect the safety assessment for construction workers, (3) predicting the magnitude of identified safety risks accurately, and (4) predicting the evaluation strategies applicable to the identified risks. It is demonstrated how EPSRAM can provide safety professionals and inspectors concerned with well-being of workers with valuable information, leading to improving the working environment of construction crew members.

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Haleh Sadeghi; Saeed Reza Mohandes; M. Reza Hosseini; Saeed Banihashemi; Amir Mahdiyar; Arham Abdullah. Developing an Ensemble Predictive Safety Risk Assessment Model: Case of Malaysian Construction Projects. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2020, 17, 8395 .

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Haleh Sadeghi, Saeed Reza Mohandes, M. Reza Hosseini, Saeed Banihashemi, Amir Mahdiyar, Arham Abdullah. Developing an Ensemble Predictive Safety Risk Assessment Model: Case of Malaysian Construction Projects. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2020; 17 (22):8395.

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Haleh Sadeghi; Saeed Reza Mohandes; M. Reza Hosseini; Saeed Banihashemi; Amir Mahdiyar; Arham Abdullah. 2020. "Developing an Ensemble Predictive Safety Risk Assessment Model: Case of Malaysian Construction Projects." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 22: 8395.

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Published: 20 August 2020 in Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management
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Purpose The Internet of Things (IoT) provides exciting opportunities for the construction industry to solve its time and resource constraints and frequent defaults. This study seeks to identify and rank the perceived importance level of principal research areas associated with the IoT and the construction industry by utilising a scientific mapping tool (i.e. VOSviewer). Such knowledge would enable key drivers for successful adoption of the IoT and digitisation technologies to be outlined. An analysis of key drivers and research trends that facilitates the development of a roadmap for applying the IoT and digital technologies in the construction sector is therefore much needed. Design/methodology/approach An interpretivist philosophical lens was adopted to analyse published work as secondary data, where each publication represented a unit of analysis. A total of 417 peer-reviewed journal review articles covering the IoT within the construction domain were systematically reviewed using a mixed-methods approach, utilising qualitative-scientometric analyses techniques. Findings The results revealed a field of study in a fledgling stage, with a limited number of experts operating somewhat in isolation and offering single-point solutions instead of taking an integrated “holistic” approach. Key publication outlets were identified and the main focus of research undertaken being in the technical areas of smart buildings, smart construction objects and environmental sustainability. The major effects of adopting the IoT within the construction industry were identified as high-speed reporting, complete process control, data explosion leading to deep data analytics, strict ethical and legal expectations. Key drivers of the IoT adoption were outlined: interoperability; data privacy and security; flexible governance structures; proper business planning and models. Practical implications The study benefits researchers and industry practitioners alike. For researchers, the identified gaps reveal areas of high priority in future research. For construction companies, particularly small to medium-sized businesses, the study raises awareness of the latest developments and potential applicability of the IoT in the industry. For government agencies and policymakers, this study offers a point of reference in directing the adoption of the IoT smoothly in the construction sector and provides guidelines and standards for maximising the potential benefits. Originality/value The study is the first scientometric review of the existing body of knowledge in the context of application of the IoT in the construction industry. Findings expose knowledge gaps in contemporary research, specifically, a broader consideration of organisational adjustments needed to accommodate the IoT usage, economic analyses and impediments to wider acceptance.

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Arka Ghosh; David John Edwards; M. Reza Hosseini. Patterns and trends in Internet of Things (IoT) research: future applications in the construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management 2020, 28, 457 -481.

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Arka Ghosh, David John Edwards, M. Reza Hosseini. Patterns and trends in Internet of Things (IoT) research: future applications in the construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. 2020; 28 (2):457-481.

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Arka Ghosh; David John Edwards; M. Reza Hosseini. 2020. "Patterns and trends in Internet of Things (IoT) research: future applications in the construction industry." Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management 28, no. 2: 457-481.

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Published: 17 August 2020 in Journal of Sustainable Finance & Investment
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Globally, green bonds have experienced a fair share of handicaps within the countries of issuance. In lieu of Ghana announcing the possibility of its first green bonds, it is crucial that lessons are taken from the past developments to reinforce the prospects of a salutary rollout. This paper explores factors recommended as success dependent in the Ghanaian markets. A quantitative approach is employed. Twelve factors are extracted from a review of the available literature and converted into a questionnaire targeted at professionals in financial institutions. This included managers and financial analysts, as well as top management personnel. In total, 54 questionnaires were distributed. A total of 32 responses were received, proportional to a response rate of 60.37% and was analyzed with relative importance index and one-sample t-test. The results indicate that ‘Good Credit Ratings, Provision of Local Guidelines, Proper Green Qualifications Criteria, and Prioritizing Viable Projects’ are highest ranked factors. It is important that these are incorporated in the framework to be designed for the rollout of green bonds in the Ghana. Considerations should also be made with respect to the culture and state of the financial markets in the country while bringing out the appropriate structure to facilitate the issuances.

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Lawrence Martin Mankata; De-Graft Owusu-Manu; M. Reza Hosseini; David John Edwards. Analysis of success-dependent factors for green bond financing of infrastructure projects in Ghana. Journal of Sustainable Finance & Investment 2020, 1 -17.

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Lawrence Martin Mankata, De-Graft Owusu-Manu, M. Reza Hosseini, David John Edwards. Analysis of success-dependent factors for green bond financing of infrastructure projects in Ghana. Journal of Sustainable Finance & Investment. 2020; ():1-17.

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Lawrence Martin Mankata; De-Graft Owusu-Manu; M. Reza Hosseini; David John Edwards. 2020. "Analysis of success-dependent factors for green bond financing of infrastructure projects in Ghana." Journal of Sustainable Finance & Investment , no. : 1-17.

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Published: 10 August 2020 in Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management
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Purpose The amalgamation of integrated project delivery (IPD) and building information modelling (BIM) is highly recommended for successful project delivery. However, IPD lacks an accurate cost estimation methodology at the “front-end” of projects, when little project information is available. This study aims to tackle this issue, through presenting analytical aspects, theoretical grounds and practical steps/procedures for integrating target value design (TVD), activity-based costing (ABC) and Monte Carlo simulation into the IPD cost structure, within a BIM-enabled platform. Design/methodology/approach A critical review was conducted to study the status of cost estimation within IPD, as well as exploring methods and tools that can enhance the cost estimation process for IPD. Thereafter, a framework is developed to present the proposed methodology of cost estimation for IPD throughout its entire stages. A case project is used to validate the practicality of the developed solution through comparing the profit-at-risk percentage for each party, using both traditional cost estimation and the proposed solution. Findings After applying the proposed IPD's cost estimation framework, on a real-life case project, the findings demonstrated significant deviations in the profit-at-risk value for various work packages of the project (approximately 100% of the finishing package and 22% of openings package). By providing a precise allocation of overhead costs, the solution can be used in real-life projects to change the entire IPD cost structure and ensure a fair sharing of risk–rewards among the involved parties in IPD projects. Practical implications Using the proposed methodology of cost estimation for IPD can enhance the relationship among IPD's core team members; all revealed financial deficiencies will be considered (i.e. compensation structure, profit pooling), hence enhancing the IPD performance. Originality/value This paper presents a comprehensive solution for integrating BIM and IPD in terms of cost estimation, offering three main contributions: (1) an innovate approach to utilise five-dimensional (5D) BIM capabilities with Monte Carlo simulation, hence providing reliable cost estimating during the conceptual TVD stage; (2) mathematical models that are developed through integrating ABC into the detailed 5D BIM to determine the three IPD's cost structure limbs; and (3) a novel mechanism of managing cost saving (rewards) through distinguishing between saved resources from organisation level, to daily task level, to increase trust among parties.

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Faris Elghaish; Sepehr Abrishami; M. Reza Hosseini; Soliman Abu-Samra. Revolutionising cost structure for integrated project delivery: a BIM-based solution. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management 2020, 28, 1214 -1240.

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Faris Elghaish, Sepehr Abrishami, M. Reza Hosseini, Soliman Abu-Samra. Revolutionising cost structure for integrated project delivery: a BIM-based solution. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management. 2020; 28 (4):1214-1240.

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Faris Elghaish; Sepehr Abrishami; M. Reza Hosseini; Soliman Abu-Samra. 2020. "Revolutionising cost structure for integrated project delivery: a BIM-based solution." Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management 28, no. 4: 1214-1240.

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Published: 10 August 2020 in Journal of Building Engineering
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Despite the unprecedented permeation of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and collaboration platforms, architects and structural engineers, for the most part, act as separate entities. That is, linking architectural models with those of structural engineers remains labour-intensive and cumbersome; structural engineers can generate few alternatives for any given architectural model. This paper is an attempt to address these problems. It provides an automated procedure, computational details and the configuration of toolsets in the form of a proof of concept (PoC) prototype that: binds architectural models with structural ones for tall buildings; automatically generates and updates alternatives for structural models, based on the input extracted from the architectural model; and provides engineers with an optimum design that fulfils the set criteria. The prototype is developed based on an initial needs assessment study – to determine the requirements of practitioners. The practicality of the solution is assessed in a case project. The paper contributes to the field by presenting one of the first solutions capable of automated generation of optimised structural design based on architectural models. Designed for tall buildings to incorporate immense complexity, the solution acts as a blueprint in developing similar systems for simpler buildings.

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Tofigh Hamidavi; Sepehr Abrishami; M.Reza Hosseini. Towards intelligent structural design of buildings: A BIM-based solution. Journal of Building Engineering 2020, 32, 101685 .

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Tofigh Hamidavi, Sepehr Abrishami, M.Reza Hosseini. Towards intelligent structural design of buildings: A BIM-based solution. Journal of Building Engineering. 2020; 32 ():101685.

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Tofigh Hamidavi; Sepehr Abrishami; M.Reza Hosseini. 2020. "Towards intelligent structural design of buildings: A BIM-based solution." Journal of Building Engineering 32, no. : 101685.

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Published: 21 May 2020 in Safety Science
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Construction industry has one of the highest rates of fatalities and injuries compared to other industries, despite technological advancements and implementations of occupational health and safety initiatives. In this paper, a systematic review has been conducted on the contemporary literature of safety risk management. The interface with system modeling has been investigated to identify correlations between the two, and opportunities for improving project performance metrics such as quality, productivity, and cost. Findings show that simulation and optimization technics have advanced in the past 20 years but there is room for improvement when it comes to modeling safety related risks. This review paper contributes to the literature of safety management by providing insight into dynamics of different simulation and optimization modeling techniques. Future research opportunities have been identified including the need for construction safety research on integrating multi-method modeling approaches.

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Maryam Alkaissy; Mehrdad Arashpour; Baabak Ashuri; Yu Bai; Reza Hosseini. Safety management in construction: 20 years of risk modeling. Safety Science 2020, 129, 104805 .

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Maryam Alkaissy, Mehrdad Arashpour, Baabak Ashuri, Yu Bai, Reza Hosseini. Safety management in construction: 20 years of risk modeling. Safety Science. 2020; 129 ():104805.

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Maryam Alkaissy; Mehrdad Arashpour; Baabak Ashuri; Yu Bai; Reza Hosseini. 2020. "Safety management in construction: 20 years of risk modeling." Safety Science 129, no. : 104805.

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Published: 05 May 2020 in International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation
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Purpose This research paper adopts the fundamental tenets of advanced technologies in industry 4.0 to monitor the structural health of concrete beam members using cost-effective non-destructive technologies. In so doing, the work illustrates how a coalescence of low-cost digital technologies can seamlessly integrate to solve practical construction problems. Design/methodology/approach A mixed philosophies epistemological design is adopted to implement the empirical quantitative analysis of “real-time” data collected via sensor-based technologies streamed through a Raspberry Pi and uploaded onto a cloud-based system. Data was analysed using a hybrid approach that combined both vibration-characteristic-based method and linear variable differential transducers (LVDT). Findings The research utilises a novel digital research approach for accurately detecting and recording the localisation of structural cracks in concrete beams. This non-destructive low-cost approach was shown to perform with a high degree of accuracy and precision, as verified by the LVDT measurements. This research is testament to the fact that as technological advancements progress at an exponential rate, the cost of implementation continues to reduce to produce higher-accuracy “mass-market” solutions for industry practitioners. Originality/value Accurate structural health monitoring of concrete structures necessitates expensive equipment, complex signal processing and skilled operator. The concrete industry is in dire need of a simple but reliable technique that can reduce the testing time, cost and complexity of maintenance of structures. This was the first experiment of its kind that seeks to develop an unconventional approach to solve the maintenance problem associated with concrete structures. This study merges industry 4.0 digital technologies with a novel low-cost and automated hybrid analysis for real-time structural health monitoring of concrete beams by fusing several multidisciplinary approaches into one integral technological configuration.

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Arka Ghosh; David John Edwards; M. Reza Hosseini; Riyadh Al-Ameri; Jemal Abawajy; Wellington Didibhuku Thwala. Real-time structural health monitoring for concrete beams: a cost-effective ‘Industry 4.0’ solution using piezo sensors. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation 2020, 39, 283 -311.

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Arka Ghosh, David John Edwards, M. Reza Hosseini, Riyadh Al-Ameri, Jemal Abawajy, Wellington Didibhuku Thwala. Real-time structural health monitoring for concrete beams: a cost-effective ‘Industry 4.0’ solution using piezo sensors. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation. 2020; 39 (2):283-311.

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Arka Ghosh; David John Edwards; M. Reza Hosseini; Riyadh Al-Ameri; Jemal Abawajy; Wellington Didibhuku Thwala. 2020. "Real-time structural health monitoring for concrete beams: a cost-effective ‘Industry 4.0’ solution using piezo sensors." International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation 39, no. 2: 283-311.