...Huiying (Cynthia) Hou; Haifeng Lan Purpose This study aims to examine the variability of knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) among Hong Kong AEC (architecture, engineering and construction) practitioners concerning green building, and based on these insights, it further aims to investigate...

...Xin Jin; Zhe Chen; Anushika Ekanayake; Bingzhen Li; Geoffrey Shen; Hongqin Fan; Yiwen Luo Purpose This study examines the policy-driving forces (PDFs) influencing the adoption of modular integrated construction (MiC) in Hong Kong (HK). It focuses on understanding how these forces impact MiC...

...Xin Jin; Geoffrey Shen; Lizi Luo; Xin Zhou Purpose Modular integrated construction (MiC) is an innovative and effective manufacturing-based method of construction that has become the mainstream development direction of projects in Hong Kong (HK). However, large-scale promotion of MiC practice...

... Joint risk management Hong Kong IPD type of procurement is characterized by the use of a single MPA that includes at least the owner, main contractor (MC) and architect (Cohen, 2010). Under MPA, the stakeholders' interests are aligned with that of the project via RRSI and the diverse...

... theoretical inspirations by empirically examining the industry understanding and practice with the case of Hong Kong. Design/methodology/approach The research was designed as a mixed-method study by combining a critical literature review, semi-structured interviews with relevant professionals...

...Wai Ming To; K.H. Lam Purpose The study investigates employees’ perceptions of green project management in Hong Kong's engineering and construction sectors. Design/methodology/approach Green project management attributes were identified and categorized in terms of organization and process...

...Timothy O. Olawumi; Daniel W.M. Chan Purpose The purpose of this paper is to identify the key facilitating factors for smart sustainable practices (SSP) and develop a project evaluation model (PEM) for SSP implementation in Nigeria and Hong Kong. SSP is coined from the integration of digital...

...-conceptualise the CPP and proposes a two-stage CPP evaluation framework. The framework is subsequently explored through a sequential qualitative mixed-methods design within the context of the Hong Kong construction industry by combining 32 semi-structured interviews with senior industry experts and exploratory...

...Chung Him Lau; Jayantha Wadu Mesthrige; Patrick T.I. Lam; Arshad Ali Javed Purpose Project delays and cost over-runs are few common major problems arising from conventional contracts. To overcome these issues, the Hong Kong Government has been practicing the use of the New Engineering Contract...

...Robert Osei-Kyei; Albert P.C. Chan Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the similarities and differences of critical success factors (CSFs) for public-private partnership (PPP) projects in developing and developed countries, using Ghana and Hong Kong as examples. Design...

... problems at the corporate and governmental levels are also worth paying attention. Originality/value This study contributes to the update on the existing body of knowledge on safety and health problems encountered by EM construction workers and revelation of their peculiar situation in Hong Kong...

...Paul H. K. Ho Purpose – With many large-scale infrastructural and residential projects in Hong Kong, the construction industry is suffering from serious labour and skill shortages. The purpose of this paper is to identify practicable strategies for resolving these problems, assess...

... to professionals in construction organizations in Hong Kong. In total, 160 valid responses were analysed by mean score and exploratory factor analysis. Findings – Based on the mean score, “protecting anyone who exposes alleged wrongdoing”, “managers acting as role models” and “giving code standards...

... to the quantity surveyors who are professional members of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors and are working in the Hong Kong construction industry. In total, 71 valid responses are obtained for data analysis. Findings – Contrary to prediction, propensity to trust does not show significant relationship...

...Johnny Kwok Wai Wong; Autumn H.Q. Lin Purpose – The construction industry has been criticized for cultural intolerance and its poor industrial image. The ethnically diverse construction workplace in Hong Kong (HK) is frequently noted as a place in which racial harassment and discrimination occurs...

...Francis W.H. Yik; Joseph H.K. Lai; K.T. Chan; C.K. Chau; W.L. Lee Purpose As part of a study that aimed at enhancing the future roles and functions of building services (BS) engineers in Hong Kong, a survey was carried out to obtain demographic information about BS practitioners as well...

... With previously identified contractor key competitiveness indicators (KCIs), this study presents a fuzzy competitiveness rating (FCR) method for measuring contractor competitiveness with reference to the Hong Kong construction industry. A set of linguistic terms is used for facilitating the assessment process...

... study of Chater House, an international Grade A private office project in Hong Kong. Design/methodology/approach The case project was analysed by means of the related project documentation and a series of face‐to‐face interviews with the relevant senior project representatives. Findings All...

...Esther Cheung; Albert P.C. Chan; Stephen Kajewski Purpose The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (hereinafter referred to as Hong Kong) is an international leading commercial hub, particularly in Asia. In order to keep up its reputation a number of large public works projects have been...

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