Abstract: Insufficient studies on public–private partnership (PPP) risks in conflict zones, and thus lack of knowledge to provide effective and feasible solutions to these risks, are the major reasons for the failure of PPP ...

Abstract: The suitability of the project delivery system (PDS) selected for a project greatly influences the efficiency of project implementation. In Iran, traditional design-bid-build (DBB) is commonly used for highway construction ...

Abstract: Applying the concepts of sustainability to reduce energy waste and environmental pollution in architecture has created a topic called sustainable architecture with an environmental approach. In recent years, the demand for ...

Abstract: Because of the complexity of construction projects, the use of building information modeling (BIM) has become a more efficient solution. The main problems with conventional methods, such as the critical path method and ...

Abstract: This research proposes a framework to determine the most appropriate project manager (PM) to enhance the performance of occupational groups (POGs) in large, medium, and small road construction projects in warm regions. The ...

Abstract: The most crucial architectural design stage is the early design phase, when most of the critical decisions are made. To address the significance of this stage, the design team is obliged to rapidly evaluate many design ...

Abstract: Delays in achieving projects' objectives according to the planned schedule are considered one of the main sources of conflicts in Iran's construction industry. A precise and structured methodology and baseline to properly ...

Abstract: If the expectations of the project parties are not met, costly legal claims can ensue. Claims are unpredictable, so identifying the most common claims from past experiences and their root-causes could be a sound policy for ...