ConstructionResearchProject CIVL4020

CIVL4020ConstructionResearchProject Assessment 1 - Proposal

1.Background

In the construction industry, managing labour and equipment includes efficiently organising andsupervisingtheworkersandequipmentusedonprojects.Itentailsdutiesincludinglabour scheduling, task delegation, making sure equipment is used correctly, and with productivity optimisation. To finish projects on schedule and under budget, it all comes down to using resources as effectively as possible whilst being efficient with your time and arrangements.

2.ResearchProblems

Intheconstructionindustry,ithasbeenoutlinedwithvariousstudiesthatworkerswasteatotal of 32% of their time. Below are 8 different strategies that can be utilized to lower the

percentage:

EnforceStrategymeetingandspreadsheets:

Implementing spreadsheets makes organising and tracking the project a lot more efficient.This is specifically important for the constructionprogram, as it will allow the project manager on site to visually highlight the steps to the workers and help avoid any discrepancies and overlapping between workers. Introducingmeetings throughout the week for subcontractors, labourers and internal project staff will not only save time and money in the future but also allows the project to run smooth whilsteliminating any complications through the concept of risk analysis that will be highlighted in the meetings. By giving every project careful thought, ensuring that all tasks, deadlines, and resource allocation are specified; construction-related delays and confusion are reduced.

Streamlinecommunicationtoachieveeffectivecommunicationintheconstruction industry: meetings, dial collaboration tools and consistent documentation are vital for its success. This will ensure that all workers are on the same page allowing them to collaborate efficiently and effectively without any misunderstandings.

Skilled labour With the objective of creating more competent workers, investing in development and training will help with both the skills and knowledge of the workers. This enhances their productivity levels producing less mistakes and allowing them to adapt better to project complications and changes. This will assist with better output and rework time as the construction workers will perform better in the problemsolvinganddecision-makingaspectoftheproject.

Efficient equipment management - By instigating various maintenance systems and inspections, tools and equipment malfunctions and losses with decrease exponentially during the construction project. This will help increase the longevity of the equipment due to the consistent maintenance which will in turn reduce the downtime of the project. Implementing a system to keep the equipment organised will allow the construction workers to put more focus and effort into their priorities rather than spending time searching for the equipment.

Lean construction practices Various construction practices such as streamline workflows and waste optimisation can improve project processes and the workers coordination on site which will in turn increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the project. Principles allow teams to allocate the inefficiencies on site and adjust accordingly that will assist in the workflow of the project and reduce waste times and optimize resource utilization.

Adoption of Technology: Technology is a major factor in cutting down on time lost on construction projects. Digital collaboration platforms, project management tools, and construction management software facilitate communication, increase productivity, andexpedite procedures. These technologies make it possible to handle documents effectively,allocate resources wisely, and track project progress in real time. Software applications such as Acconex, Hammertech and Procore are some of the excellent technology implementations that are used here in Australia to make the project more efficient

3.ResearchQuestions

Mentionmainresearchquestionsinbulletpoints:

Q1.Howtoreducetimewastedinconstructionindustry? Q2.Howcan systems affectefficiency andcoordination?

Q3.DoesGenderaffectequipmentmaintenanceandtreatment?

Q4.Howcandevelopmentandtrainingprogramsaffectlabourcompetence?Q5.Howcan documentation protect you and the company in the future?

4.Aim

The aim is to complete the project as efficient as possible without negatively affecting the scope, budget and time. By implementing the different strategies, the goal is to be able to have a safe, effective and streamlined approach. This will make managing the labour and equipment substantially easier during the project.

5.Objectives

1. Havingaskilledlabourteam
2. Implementschedulesandsystems
3. Prioritiseefficiencyviastreamlinedcommunication
4. Createateamthatcanadaptandbeeffectiveintransitions

In the construction industry, a person must be able to adapt quickly to changes and understand how to prioritise the tasks by importance and urgency. A great system to implement is the 4 Ds (Delete, Delegate, Defer, Do); This allows for efficient prioritisation and scheduling.Anythingispossibleinthisindustryandtheaimandobjectivescanundoubtablychangebased on the circumstances.

6.Scopeandlimitations

I currently work for a high-end residential building company hence, being exposed to the managerial aspect of the project and how to manage people. This allows for genuine experience on the field whilst being able to implement the works and analyse them first hand.

7.Approach/Methods

Using the systematized review method, Scopus will be used to find the accurate and correct information necessary to assess the effectiveness of the research question. Primary and secondary resources will be used to outline the impact of wasted time in the construction industry.

8.WorkPlan/Timeline

Forthenext5weeks,answerandanalysearesearchquestioneveryweekduringclasswhilst asking questions and submitting reviews.

The2RemainderweeksIwillusetostructuretheliteraturereviewanddesignproposal.This will allow ample time for research, drafts and careful analysis with my coordinator.

Weight:20%

TypeofCollaboration:Individual

Due:Sunday23:59Week4

Submission:OnlineviarelevantTurnitinlink

Format:See instructionsLength:1000 wordsCurriculumMode:Proposal

Aprojectproposalshouldbedevelopedwiththesupervisor'sadviceandsubmittedonlineviavUWSbytheendofWeek4.Studentsmustattend the weekly FG to discuss with their supervisors. Students are encouraged to manage their projects right from week 1. Students who manage their time effectively and finish the reports on time will be able to demonstrate their project management skills, which would be an essential requirement to obtain a job in the industry.Human Ethics Approvalis one of the major aspects related to any research. If your research involves human interaction (e.g., interviews, surveys, observations, etc.), it is crucial to address this appropriately. Therefore, if your research includes any form of human interaction for primary data collection, you must discuss this with your supervisor.

Theproposalmustinclude:

• TitlePage-Includetheprojecttitle,student'sname,studentnumberandsupervisor'sname-(notwordcounted)
• Background-HereyouprovidethebackgroundcontextagainstwhichyouwillconductyourThiswillincludeabriefsummaryof what is already known about the issue or topic as well as some of the problem areas that directly relate to your proposed work. You also need to establish the significance of your project. This could be revised from your CRM literature review.
• ResearchProblem(Questions)/Aim/objective-Berealisticaboutwhatyoucanaccomplishinthedurationofthe
• Approach/methods- This section describes the methods and materials that you intend to use within your project. What is your industry-basedresearchproject?Whatinformation/materialsareneededandhowcanyougetthem? Howwillyouanalysethem?Do you need Human Ethics Approval?
• Outcomes-This section should include the expected impacts and benefitsof the proposed project. It is important that these be specific and realistic.
• WorkPlan/Timeline-majormilestonesanddeadline,don'tforgettoincludeEthicalApplicationifapplicable-(notwordcounted)
• References-UsingtheHarvardreferencesystem (seeLibraryguidelines)-(notwordcounted)

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