Abstract: Utility conflicts are unfortunately a common occurrence on many construction roadway projects. Through a combination of case studies and statistical analyses of variance, this paper examines the cost, frequency, and severity ...

Abstract: The accumulation of material buffers is commonly perceived within the construction industry as an effective means of shielding a project from the risks associated with uncertainty in the supply network. Much of the uncertainty ...

Abstract: The project development process aims to deliver the most appropriate roadway project given its context. Past work has shown that significant gains are realized when construction expertise is integrated early and throughout ...

Abstract: Choosing validation methods in construction research is challenging. This study explores trends in the use of validation methods and their impacts based on a statistical analysis of a sample set of 365 research articles ...

Abstract: The execution of highway and bridge projects commonly subjects state transportation agencies (STAs) to challenges that cause schedule delays and cost overruns. Changes made to the project's scope are critical root causes ...