SDGs in Construction Economics and Organization: The 11th Nordic Conference on Construction Economics and Organisation (CREON), May 18-20, 2022 (Springer Proceedings in Business and Economics)

This book examines how research in construction economics and organization contributes to the achievement of the SDGs. Featuring selected contributions from the 11th Nordic Conference on Construction Economics and Organisation (CREON 2022) held in Copenhagen, Demark and Malmö, Sweden, the contributions of this book explore the ways in which research in construction economics and organization assists in building resilient infrastructure, fostering green innovations and contributes to sustainable economic growth. Each contribution relates to one or more individual SDG and describes how the research contributes to the understanding of construction management and economics. Preface Contents Contributors Part I: Education and Social Sustainability Chapter 1: Identifying Methods and Tools Toward More People-Friendly Environment: A Scoping Review 1.1 Introduction 1.1.1 Scope of the Study 1.2 Theoretical Background: Active Mobility as Part of New Town Development 1.3 Methodology and Research Design 1.3.1 Systematic Search 1.3.2 Search Procedure 1.4 Results: Active Mobility, Bikeability, and Walkability Factors 1.4.1 Descriptive Analysis 1.4.1.1 Number of Publications 1.4.1.2 Top Journals of the Examined Papers 1.4.2 Findings from the Literature 1.4.2.1 Active Mobility Advantages 1.4.2.2 Bikeability Motivators 1.4.2.3 Walkability Motivators 1.4.2.4 Active Mobility Barriers 1.5 Discussion 1.6 Conclusions References Chapter 2: Social Sustainability in a Gender-Biased Occupation 2.1 Introduction 2.1.1 Aim 2.2 Gender-Biased Occupation 2.2.1 Women in Construction Industry 2.3 Challenges for Women in Construction 2.3.1 Industry Image 2.3.2 Education 2.3.3 Career Opportunities 2.3.4 Recruitment and Retaining 2.3.5 Culture and Work Environment 2.4 Results and Analysis 2.5 Recommended Practical Strategies 2.6 Conclusions References Chapter 3: Addressing Minority Discrimination in a Master’s Education Program for Construction Management 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Research Method 3.2.1 Literature Review 3.2.2 Empirical Part 3.2.3 Synthesis 3.3 Literature Review 3.4 Empirical Part 3.5 Discussion 3.6 Conclusions References Chapter 4: Pursuing Organisational Change in Construction Education by Implementing Change Projects 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Organisational Change: From Prescriptive Models to a Normal Condition 4.2.1 Studying the Impact of Change Processes on Organisational Life 4.3 Case Description and Research Design 4.3.1 Methods and Collection of Empirical Material 4.3.1.1 Interviews 4.3.1.2 Workshops 4.3.1.3 Internal Meetings 4.4 Analysis 4.4.1 Bridge Building 4.4.1.1 Implementation of Bridge Building 4.4.1.2 Change Work Performed and the Effects of Bridge Building 4.4.2 Capacity Development 4.4.2.1 Preliminary Results from the Implementation of Capacity Development 4.4.2.2 Change Work Performed and the Preliminary Effects of Capacity Development 4.5 Discussion 4.5.1 Pursuing Organisational Change in Construction Education Through Change Projects 4.6 Conclusions References Chapter 5: BIM for Construction Education in Nigeria 5.1 Introduction 5.1.1 Literature Review 5.2 Methodology 5.2.1 Site 5.2.2 Theoretical Model 5.2.3 Instrument 5.2.4 Analysis 5.3 Results 5.3.1 Demographics 5.3.2 Themes Emerging from the Interviews Based on WST Model 5.3.3 Description of Themes Relating to Will 5.3.3.1 Academics’ Perception on Stakeholder Attitudes 5.3.3.2 General Views of Academics About BIM 5.3.3.3 BIM in Teaching 5.3.4 Description of Themes Relating to Skill 5.3.4.1 Advantages 5.3.4.2 Teaching Method 5.3.5 Description of Themes Relating to Tool 5.3.5.1 Constraints 5.3.5.2 Possible Areas Beyond Present Use 5.4 Conclusions References Part II: Business Processes and the Circular Economy Chapter 6: Theoretical Framework of Circular Business Model Innovation for Building Contractors 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Research Methodology 6.3 Findings: Sustainable and Circular Business Models 6.3.1 Value Proposition 6.3.2 Value Delivery 6.3.3 Value Creation 6.3.4 Value Capture 6.4 Discussion: Future Business Model of Contractors 6.5 Conclusions References Chapter 7: Circular Construction Platforms: A Systematic Literature Review 7.1 Introduction and Purpose 7.2 Methodology 7.3 Findings 7.3.1 Circularity in Construction the Construction Industry 7.3.2 Platform Thinking in the Construction Industry 7.4 Discussion 7.4.1 Hypotheses of Circular Construction Platforms 7.4.2 Limitations and Further Research 7.5 Conclusion References Chapter 8: Blue Ocean Strategy for Business Case of Building Components Designed for Disassembly 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Methodology 8.3 Theoretical Framework 8.3.1 Business Case 8.3.2 Blue Ocean Strategy 8.4 Analysis 8.4.1 Feasibility of Building Product Reuse 8.4.2 Environmental Sustainability 8.4.3 Economic Consideration 8.4.4 Blue Ocean Strategy for Reusable Building Products 8.5 Discussion 8.6 Conclusions References Chapter 9: Ecosystems and Reuse of Building Materials: An Exploratory Study 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Method 9.3 Theoretical Framework 9.3.1 Circular Economy 9.3.2 Reuse of Building Materials 9.3.3 Ecosystem: Concepts and Characteristics 9.3.4 Applicability of Ecosystem Concepts in Construction 9.4 Results and Discussion 9.4.1 Complementariness and Collaboration 9.4.2 Capability to Evolve 9.4.3 Willingness to Align with Circularity 9.4.4 Platformization 9.5 Conclusions References Part III: Renovation and Resource Efficiency in the Built Environment Chapter 10: Replication and Upscaling of Energy-Efficient Solutions in the Building Sector 10.1 Introduction 10.2 Research Method 10.3 Study on EEB Projects 10.3.1 Example Projects 10.3.1.1 P2Endure 10.3.1.2 ZEBRA2020 10.3.2 Discussion 10.4 Developing a Framework 10.4.1 Key Parts of the Framework 10.4.1.1 Socio-technical Transition and the Multi-level Perspective 10.4.1.2 Technology Innovation Systems (TIS) 10.4.1.3 The Combination of MLP and TIS 10.4.2 Two Supporting Topics 10.4.2.1 Long-Term Dynamic Modelling of Building Stocks 10.4.2.2 A Socio-economic View on the Demand Side 10.4.3 Highlighting Three Aspects/Areas 10.5 Concluding Remarks References Chapter 11: A Delphi Pilot Study to Assess the Impact of Location Factors for Hyperscale Data Centres 11.1 Introduction 11.2 Methodology 11.2.1 Research Instrument 11.2.2 Data Collection 11.2.3 Developing the Questionnaire 11.2.4 Details of the Data Collection 11.2.5 Data Analysis 11.2.6 Ethical Considerations 11.3 Results and Discussion 11.3.1 Does the Location of a Data Centre Change the Risk of Overspend? If So, How? 11.3.2 What Variables of Capital Expenditure Are Directly Affected by Location? 11.3.3 What Elements of Capital Expenditure Are Most Likely to Overspend? 11.3.4 What Are the Essential Items to Consider When Choosing the Right Location? 11.3.5 What Other Variables May Have an Impact on Capital Expenditure? 11.3.6 The Relationship to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 11.4 Conclusion 11.4.1 Limitations References Chapter 12: Motivation for Doing a Sustainable Building Refurbishment from a Norwegian Building Owner’s Perspective 12.1 Introduction 12.2 Research Methodology 12.3 Literature Review 12.3.1 Sustainable Building Renovation and Refurbishment (SBR) 12.3.2 The Circular Economy 12.3.3 Adaptive Reuse 12.3.4 The Motivation of Doing Adaptive Reuse of an Existing Building 12.4 Results and Discussions 12.4.1 Motivation for Doing SBR 12.4.1.1 Environmental Impact 12.4.1.2 Social Impact 12.4.1.3 Technical Aspects 12.4.1.4 Economic Impact 12.5 Conclusions References Chapter 13: The Best Solution for Renovation in Terms of Climate and Economy 13.1 Introduction 13.2 Research Question and Method 13.3 Results 13.3.1 Carbon Footprint 13.3.2 Life Cycle Costs 13.4 Discussion 13.5 Conclusion References Part IV: Innovations and Digitalization for Sustainable Development Chapter 14: Multi-objective Genetic Algorithm for the Time, Cost, and Quality Trade-Off Analysis in Construction Projects 14.1 Introduction 14.2 Genetic Algorithms for Time, Cost, and Quality Trade-Off in Construction: A Literature Review 14.3 Proposed Procedure 14.3.1 Quality, Time, and Cost Indicators 14.3.2 Computation Procedure 14.4 Pilot Study Application 14.5 Discussion and Conclusions References Chapter 15: Conceptual Study and Literature Review of Integration of Lean Manufacturing and 3D Printing in Construction to Support Sustainability 15.1 Introduction 15.2 Applied Method 15.3 3D Printing of Concrete 15.3.1 Additive Manufacturing with Concrete 15.3.2 Printing Structural Elements in Concrete 15.3.3 Reinforcing 3D Printed Elements 15.3.4 Production of 3D-Printed Elements 15.3.5 3D Printing and Sustainability 15.4 Lean Construction 15.4.1 Lean Construction Processes 15.4.2 Lean Construction Tools 15.5 Case Illustration of Manufacturing and Logistics Flow for 3D-Printed Structural Elements 15.5.1 Façade Elements 15.5.2 Self-Insulating Wall Elements 15.6 Discussion 15.7 Conclusions 15.7.1 Expected Challenges in Practical Applications of 3D Printing of Concrete? 15.7.2 3D Printing and Lean Construction Principles 15.7.3 Sustainability Implications from Applications of 3D Printing of Concrete in the Construction Sector References Chapter 16: BIM Adoption Processes: Findings from a Systematic Literature Review 16.1 Introduction 16.2 Methodology 16.2.1 Review Question 16.2.2 Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria 16.2.3 Search Strategy 16.2.4 Screening and Search Results 16.2.5 Data Extraction and Quality Evaluation 16.2.6 Synthesis and Reporting Findings 16.3 Findings 16.3.1 Current State of the Research on BIM Adoption Process 16.3.1.1 Database Search Results 16.3.1.2 Theme of the Reviewed Papers 16.3.1.3 Theoretical Lenses 16.3.1.4 Overview of Reviewed Papers on BIM Adoption 16.3.2 Factors Influencing BIM Adoption Process 16.3.2.1 Drivers for BIM Adoption 16.3.2.2 Impediments to the BIM Adoption Process 16.4 Discussion 16.5 Conclusion References Chapter 17: Defining Requirements for a BIM-Enabled Learning Environment 17.1 Introduction 17.1.1 Background to the BIM-Enabled Learning Environment 17.1.2 Existing BIM-Enabled Learning Environments 17.1.3 Purpose of This Research 17.2 Methodology 17.3 Findings 17.3.1 Existing Educational-Technological Systems 17.3.2 Initial Functional Requirements 17.3.3 Validated Functional Requirements 17.3.4 Assessment of Technical Solution Possibilities 17.4 Discussion 17.5 Conclusions References Part V: Policy Support for Sustainability and the Circular Economy Chapter 18: Circularity in the Built Environment: A Goal or a Means? 18.1 Introduction 18.2 Theoretical Framework 18.3 Research Approach 18.4 Results and Analysis 18.4.1 Mission Context: Circular Construction by 2050 18.4.2 Problem Space 18.4.3 Solution Space 18.4.4 Problem–Solution Interaction 18.5 Discussion 18.6 Conclusions Appendix: Anonymized Overview of Interviewees References Chapter 19: Circular Supplier Partnerships for Resource Economic Marketization in the Construction Industry 19.1 Introduction 19.2 Theory 19.3 Method 19.3.1 Case Description 19.4 Analysis 19.4.1 Circular Economy in the Supply Chain 19.4.2 Resource Economic Marketization 19.4.3 Institutional and Regulatory Responsibility 19.5 Discussion 19.6 Conclusion References Chapter 20: The Impact of the EU Taxonomy of Sustainable Finance on the Building Field 20.1 Introduction 20.2 Theoretical Framework 20.2.1 Institutional Theory 20.3 Method 20.3.1 The Emergence of the Taxonomy 20.3.1.1 Three Forerunners 20.4 Analysis and Discussion 20.5 Conclusion References Chapter 21: Circular Economy in the Nordic Real Estate and Construction Industry: A Policy Review 21.1 Introduction 21.2 Research Design 21.3 Theoretical Background 21.3.1 Circular Economy in the RECI 21.4 Policy Review 21.4.1 Finland 21.4.1.1 National Circular Economy Policies 21.4.1.2 Circular Economy in the RECI 21.4.2 Sweden 21.4.2.1 National Circular Economy Policies 21.4.2.2 Circular Economy in the RECI 21.5 Cross-Case Analysis 21.6 Discussion 21.7 Conclusion References Part VI: Production and Procurement for Sustainable Development Chapter 22: Conceptual Maturity Model for Strong Owner Capability Development in the Construction Industry 22.1 Introduction 22.2 Literature Review 22.3 Research Methodology 22.4 Findings 22.5 Discussion and Conclusion References Chapter 23: Experiences from Implementing a Collaborative Project Delivery Method 23.1 Introduction 23.2 Literature Review 23.2.1 Project Delivery Methods in the Context of Sustainable Development 23.2.2 Deconstructing Collaborative Project Delivery Method into Contractual, Organisational, and Cultural Elements 23.3 Methodology 23.4 Results and Discussion 23.4.1 The Case: Trondheim Central Station 23.4.2 The Delivery Method 23.4.3 The Delivery Processes 23.4.4 The Project Culture 23.4.5 Suggested Improvements 23.5 Conclusion References Chapter 24: Price Tendering in the South African Consulting Engineering Industry 24.1 Introduction 24.2 Literature Review 24.2.1 Competitive Tendering to Procure Consulting Engineering Services 24.2.2 Pricing Consulting Engineering Services 24.2.3 Implications of Inappropriate Fees on Consulting Engineering Services 24.3 Research Methodology 24.3.1 Profile of Participants 24.4 Results 24.4.1 Factors Considered When Determining Professional Fees 24.4.2 Pricing Strategy Adopted for Competitive Tendering 24.4.3 Balancing Competitive Fees with Providing Quality Services 24.4.4 The Impact of Competitive Tendering on Professional Services 24.4.5 The Impact of Competitive Tendering on Training of Staff 24.4.6 The Impact of Competitive Tendering on Design Optimisation and Value Engineering 24.4.7 The Impact of Competitive Tendering on the Engineering Profession 24.4.8 Interventions to Prevent Unsustainably Low Professional Fees 24.5 Discussion 24.5.1 Factors Considered When Determining Professional Fees 24.5.2 Pricing Strategy Adopted for Competitive Tendering 24.5.3 Impact of Fees on Consulting Engineering Services 24.5.4 Interventions to Prevent Unsustainably Low Professional Fees 24.5.5 Relevance of the Study and Limitations 24.6 Conclusion 24.7 Future Research Directions References Chapter 25: Managing Procurement Ability Over Time: A Study of Swedish Construction Clients 25.1 Introduction 25.2 Empirical Study 25.2.1 Method 25.2.1.1 Sample 25.2.1.2 Interview Set-Up 25.2.1.3 Analysis 25.2.2 Findings 25.2.2.1 Successful Results of a Procurement 25.2.2.2 Key Factors Affecting the Procurement Ability Over Time 25.2.2.3 Knowledge Transfer Between the Procurement Process and the Project Execution 25.2.2.4 Knowledge Transfer Between Procurement Processes of Different Projects 25.2.2.5 Aims Concerning the Development of Procurement Ability Over Time 25.2.2.6 Evaluation of the Procurement Ability Over Time 25.2.2.7 Main Drivers for Developing the Procurement Ability Over Time 25.3 Discussion 25.4 Conclusion References Correction to: Managing Procurement Ability Over Time: A Study of Swedish Construction Clients Correction to: Chapter 25 in: G. Lindahl, S. C. Gottlieb (eds.), SDGs in Construction Economics and Organization, Springer Proceedings in Business and Economics, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-25498-7_25 Index