Search for dissertations about: "contractor management"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 36 swedish dissertations containing the words contractor management.
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1. Construction transport efficiency from the perspective of Main Contractor and Transporter
Abstract : Transport efficiency within construction is low. One reason behind the lack of efficiency within the construction transport is the lack of proper logistics management that in turn results in problems of delivery reliability, material flows as well as material availability. READ MORE
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2. Use of configuration information in construction projects to ensure high performance of healthcare facilities
Abstract : The transfer of information between the different phases of construction projects is limited, which complicates the quality assurance of configurations. Functional requirements on the building configuration are often ambiguous and lack measurable acceptance criteria. READ MORE
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3. Contractor-Supplier Relations in a Large Contractor Organisation
Abstract : Even though contractors purchase over 70 percent of their turnover from suppliers, both the construction industry and construction research ignore the contractor-supplier relations. In order to realise the potential related to development of contractor-supplier relations, the aim of this thesis is to explore and increase understanding of the relationship between contractor and supplier. READ MORE
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4. Contractor Monitoring of Productivity and Sustainability in Building Refurbishment
Abstract : The aging building stock in Europe and regulatory requirements to decrease energy consumption make sustainable refurbishment a valuable alternative to other construction activities. The construction industry appears to suffer from low productivity growth, and the construction productivity debate concludes that productivity measurement is difficult, not least due to changes in input and output qualities. READ MORE
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5. Improving productivity in design and construction of bridges
Abstract : Building new infrastructure is an essential part of developing society. The construction industry is also an important part of economic growth, accounting for 13% of the world's GDP. At the same time, the construction industry lacks behind in increasing its productivity. READ MORE