A5078330756- Construction Project Management and Performance
- BIM and Construction Integration
- Sustainable Building Design and Assessment
- Facilities and Workplace Management
- 3D Surveying and Cultural Heritage
- Value Engineering and Management
- Higher Education and Employability
- Occupational Health and Safety Research
- Municipal Solid Waste Management
- Healthcare Facilities Design and Sustainability
- Urban Green Space and Health
- Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics Optimization
- Middle East and Rwanda Conflicts
- Building Energy and Comfort Optimization
University of Reading
2014-2025
United Arab Emirates University
2019-2021
The UK government is mandating the use of building information modelling (BIM) in large public projects by 2016. As a result, engineering firms are faced with challenges related to embedding new technologies and associated working practices for digital delivery major infrastructure projects. Diffusion innovations theory used investigate how diffuse across complex firms. A contextualist approach employed through an in-depth case study large, international project-based firm. analysis...
Facility Management (FM) has increasingly focused on using Building Information Modeling (BIM) in large-scale development projects. To successfully integrate BIM the FM sector, cooperation among different participants involved various project stages must be improved. The objective of this digital revolution is to enhance efficacy planning, constructing, and managing assets, benefiting all parties involved. However, utilization limited due factors such as incomplete owner understanding,...
This study investigates the causes of and responses to skill shortages in UK construction industry, focusing on impact Brexit. employs a qualitative approach using semi-structured interviews with industry professionals, including quantity surveyors commercial directors. The data were analysed thematically identify key themes insights. finds that are exacerbated by both Brexit long-standing issues such as negative perceptions, an aging workforce, technological shifts, educational barriers....
This study focuses on the difficulties of standardizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) Execution Plans (BEPs) in Architecture Engineering Construction and Operations (AECO) sector. The main objective is to improve digital transformation by implementing more efficient methodologies. task involves analyzing 36 BEP documents from different international organizations identify similarities differences terms content structure operational methods project characteristics. research highlights...
In 2016, 9.68 million tons of solid waste were generated in Abu Dhabi alone where 67.8% was sent to dumpsites and landfills.In the same year, construction demolishing (C&D) industry produced 47% non-hazardous waste.This research aims investigate C&D management UAE's industry, specifically based on (a) official resources identifying authorized entities, regulations, implementation guidelines, causes behind generation UAE' industry; (b) unstructured interviews with professionals revealing...
Facility Management (FM) has increasingly focused on integrating Building Information Modeling (BIM) with the Internet of Things (IoT), known as digital twins, in large-scale development projects. Effective BIM integration FM requires improved cooperation among participants across various project stages. This revolution aims to enhance planning, construction, and asset management efficiency, benefiting all parties. However, utilization is limited by incomplete owner understanding,...
This study addresses the critical need for standardizing building information modeling (BIM) execution plans (BEPs) in architecture, engineering, construction, and operations (AECO) sector. Through analysis of 36 BEP documents from international organizations, we have identified crucial components put forth a comprehensive framework with objective improving digital transformation collaboration intricate construction projects. utilizes scientometric to chart development standards incorporates...
Due to the scarcity of water and harsh desert climate United Arab Emirates (UAE), energy are two main challenges for design sustainable buildings in UAE. Relevant literature calls consideration building systems materials at stage achieve high-performing save on operational costs building. The aim this research was a high-performance that meets environmental sustainability requirements energy, city Dubai reflect technological advancements UAE Mars mission. This has been achieved through...
The construction industry in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is faced with negative project performance, including low productivity, higher costs, delays completion, and defects during construction. One of main reasons for these issues engagement unskilled craft workers. Despite labor issues, demand projects UAE has been explosively increasing, part due to Dubai winning hosting Expo 2020, which given rise an unprecedented skilled This study aimed investigate views experiences managers...
This study addresses the critical need for standardizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) Execution Plans (BEPs) in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations (AECO) sector. By analyzing 36 BEP documents from international organizations, we identify key elements propose a comprehensive framework aimed at enhancing digital transformation collaboration complex construction projects. research employs scientometric analysis to map evolution of standards integrates empirical data...
The architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry is dealing with serious challenges on a global scale, i.e., project delays, budget overruns, insufficient stakeholder collaboration. In this context, Value Engineering (VE) Building Information Modeling (BIM) have been used recently to address these cope large-scale complex construction projects. An extensive body of literature highlights significant advantages integrated VE within BIM technology. Despite this, it full practical...
The Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry faces significant global challenges, including frequent project delays, budget overruns, inadequate stakeholder collaboration. To address these issues, Value Engineering (VE) Building Information Modeling (BIM) have been increasingly used in large-scale, complex construction projects. Although many studies highlight the benefits of integrating VE with BIM, its full practical potential has not yet realized. This study aims to...
Purpose Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) have been promoted as a solution to address housing shortages and meet sustainability goals in the UK. However, practical functioning MMC, particularly relation early-stage environmental analyses, remains underexplored. This study aims fill this gap by providing empirical insights into how architects engage analysis MMC designs. Design/methodology/approach qualitative pilot is based on detailed case UK architectural firm specializing modular...
Abstract The UAE is witnessing increased interest for sustainable development which poses challenges on the processes large amount of built environment projects taking place in this emerging economy. While, great attention has been given to tools and methods measure assess performance buildings meet specific environmental sustainability targets, however, less known about effect these assessment process itself. This paper addresses gap through investigation adoption building UAE. Currently,...