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Ford, Bennett Alan 1984-.
Structural optimization for a photovoltaic vehicle.
Degree: MSin Engineering, Civil Engineering, 2011, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/26567 
► Photovoltaic vehicles are designed to harness solar energy and use it for self-propulsion. In order to collect sufficient energy to propel a passenger, a relatively…
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▼ Photovoltaic vehicles are designed to harness solar energy and use it for self-propulsion. In order to collect sufficient energy to propel a passenger, a relatively large photovoltaic array is required. Controlling the loads imparted by the array and the body that supports it, while protecting the passenger and minimizing vehicle weight, presents a unique set of design challenges. Weight considerations and geometric constraints often lead system designers toward unconventional structural solutions. This report details analytical and experimental processes aimed at proving the concept of integrating aluminum space-frame elements with composite panels. Finite element analysis is used to simulate load conditions, and results are compared with empirical test data.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Photovoltaic; Finite element analysis; Structural analysis; CosmosWorks; FEA
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Ford, B. A. 1. (2011). Structural optimization for a photovoltaic vehicle. (Masters Thesis). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/26567
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Ford, Bennett Alan 1984-. “Structural optimization for a photovoltaic vehicle.” 2011. Masters Thesis, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/26567.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Ford, Bennett Alan 1984-. “Structural optimization for a photovoltaic vehicle.” 2011. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Ford BA1. Structural optimization for a photovoltaic vehicle. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2011. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/26567.
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Ford BA1. Structural optimization for a photovoltaic vehicle. [Masters Thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2011. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/26567
University of Texas – Austin
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-8850-3758.
Collection of schedule quality metrics and application to projects of the office of facilities planning and construction (OFPC).
Degree: MSin Engineering, Civil Engineering, 2015, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/31762
► Construction projects are costly, time-consuming, and complex so that a sound plan is essential to execute them successfully. Schedules play a key role as a…
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▼ Construction projects are costly, time-consuming, and complex so that a sound plan is essential to execute them successfully. Schedules play a key role as a roadmap that shows how and when a project delivers its products defined in the project scope (PMI 2007). In an effort to facilitate scheduling process, diverse scheduling software programs have been developed and used. Nevertheless, substantial knowledge, experience, and efforts are still required to create a quality schedule. As such, many government agencies and professional organizations have recommended a variety of important concepts, metrics, and thresholds to help contractors develop decent baseline schedules and help owners check their quality. The first objective of this research is to compile, select, and organize the recommended schedule quality metrics and thresholds as tools for checking and improving the quality of baseline schedules. The second objective is to apply these metrics to baseline schedules used for the Office of Facilities Planning and Construction (OFPC) projects on the campus of the
University of
Texas at
Austin and analyze the evaluation findings to provide recommendations for future projects. Through an extensive literature review, 11 publications from 10 government agencies and professional organizations have been studied and 49 baseline schedule quality metrics and thresholds are compiled and selected. These metrics are divided into 9 groups; General, Milestone, Duration, Calendar, Logic, Constraint, Float, Lag, and Lead. Followed was the evaluation of the baseline schedules used for OFPC projects by these metrics and thresholds to provide recommendations for future projects. The evaluation results show that every project passed 27 metrics while at least one project failed to pass 22 metrics. The majority of projects, 7 out of 13, missed 11 tests. These tests are associated with maximum duration limit (30 work days), high total float (44 work days), maximum total float (total float on the longest path + 45 work days), ratio of detail tasks to milestones, percentage of tasks on the critical path, number of lags, unique task names, open ends, extreme total float (120 work days), relationship type, and milestones missing a predecessor or successor. With regards to recommendations for future OFPC projects, emphasis is placed on the metrics that the majority of projects failed to pass as well as that are regarded as crucial for reviewing schedules.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor), O'Brien, William (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: Schedule quality metrics; Schedule quality evaluation; Baseline schedule
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-8850-3758. (2015). Collection of schedule quality metrics and application to projects of the office of facilities planning and construction (OFPC). (Masters Thesis). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/31762
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
-8850-3758. “Collection of schedule quality metrics and application to projects of the office of facilities planning and construction (OFPC).” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/31762.
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-8850-3758. “Collection of schedule quality metrics and application to projects of the office of facilities planning and construction (OFPC).” 2015. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
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Vancouver:
-8850-3758. Collection of schedule quality metrics and application to projects of the office of facilities planning and construction (OFPC). [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2015. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/31762.
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-8850-3758. Collection of schedule quality metrics and application to projects of the office of facilities planning and construction (OFPC). [Masters Thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2015. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/31762
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-4819-8127.
Critical success factors in commissioning and start-up of capital projects.
Degree: MSin Engineering, Civil engineering, 2015, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/32122
► Commissioning and start-up (CSU) is the critical last phase of a capital project. CSU must be accomplished before a facility can initiate initial operations and…
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▼ Commissioning and start-up (CSU) is the critical last phase of a capital project. CSU must be accomplished before a facility can initiate initial operations and begin meeting commercial objectives. Actions necessary for successful CSU are often not well planned or executed, resulting in poor CSU performance. Recognizing this significant shortfall, Construction Industry Institute’s (CII) Research Team 312 was organized to conduct a study to determine critical activities necessary to increase the likelihood of successful CSU performance on capital projects. Utilizing input from CSU experts, objective data collection, and subsequent data analysis, 16 Critical Success Factors (CSFs) were identified through this research. These factors focus on the themes of leadership, team alignment, management methods, planning techniques, and support tools, among others. Each factor is specific and unique in their required actions and implementation recommendations. These CSFs all reinforce the concept of earlier planning and alignment of CSU on capital projects. Further elements developed include, CSF's support of safety and quality, indicators for CSF achievement, timing of CSF implementation, and current frequency of CSF achievement. Data from 26 actual projects was collected to determine the CSF's impacts on CSU performance. Through this analysis, all CSFs and many of their associated indicators were validated and shown to be true differentiators in CSU performance. Other findings include the integration of CSFs with past CSU research completed by CII, analysis of commissioning failure case studies, and alignment of industry CSU terms and CSU organizational functions. Five technologies shown to beneficially leverage efforts of CSU teams and project stakeholders were identified and fully characterized. A final development was the creation of a user-friendly checklist tool to assist CSU teams in planning and managing CSU efforts throughout all project phases. Commissioning and start-up success is a major contributing factor in the overall success of capital projects. The case for action for an efficient and effective CSU planning process is compelling. Application and implementation of the 16 CSFs, in conjunction with other study findings, has been shown to improve project CSU performance and be a beneficial asset to project teams.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor), Borcherding, John D (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: Commissioning; Start-up
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-4819-8127. (2015). Critical success factors in commissioning and start-up of capital projects. (Masters Thesis). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/32122
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
-4819-8127. “Critical success factors in commissioning and start-up of capital projects.” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/32122.
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MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
-4819-8127. “Critical success factors in commissioning and start-up of capital projects.” 2015. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
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Vancouver:
-4819-8127. Critical success factors in commissioning and start-up of capital projects. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2015. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/32122.
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Council of Science Editors:
-4819-8127. Critical success factors in commissioning and start-up of capital projects. [Masters Thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2015. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/32122
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University of Texas – Austin
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-2796-6169.
Selecting green strategies for new stadiums : a case study of Austin FC.
Degree: MSin Energy and Earth Resources, Energy and Earth Resources, 2021, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.26153/tsw/11930
► Stadiums acting on climate change mitigation must develop strategies that contribute to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the commercial building sector. Energy-related measures have a…
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▼ Stadiums acting on climate change mitigation must develop strategies that contribute to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the commercial building sector. Energy-related measures have a prominent weight on the rating system for green building certification programs that determine the level of sustainability for new construction. Project location and energy end-use requirements of the design are important to determine alternatives to minimize their carbon footprint. A baseline carbon footprint was established due to emissions associated with future end-use consumption of electricity and natural gas to compare reduction alternatives for the case study. Building energy modeling simulation of lighting and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems was performed using eQUEST based on geometry observations of enclosed spaces and the canopy roof to generate hourly demand data for
Austin FC’s new outdoor stadium. Reduction alternatives were identified and analyzed for different system configurations. The alternatives that were considered for the analysis are: (1) installing low wattage floodlighting, (2) a proposed solar photovoltaic (PV) carport system, and (3) replacing furnace heating fueled by natural gas with an electric heat pump. The evaluation of alternatives was carried out in terms of abatement cost estimates (ACE) normalized by the amount of emissions that can be reduced from the baseline, considering periods of 20, 30, and 50 years starting in 2021. The stadium’s floodlighting system can avoid costly demand charges and reduce a relatively small fraction of the carbon footprint. Emissions reduction budget allocation between PV and HVAC systems favors PV. Heat pumps have a higher operational expenditure relative to natural gas charges although they can continue to reduce emissions after
Austin Energy’s electricity generation system becomes carbon neutral as expected by 2035.
Advisors/Committee Members: Novoselac, Atila (advisor), O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Energy; Emissions; Stadiums; Carbon footprint; Green; Strategy
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-2796-6169. (2021). Selecting green strategies for new stadiums : a case study of Austin FC. (Masters Thesis). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.26153/tsw/11930
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
-2796-6169. “Selecting green strategies for new stadiums : a case study of Austin FC.” 2021. Masters Thesis, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://dx.doi.org/10.26153/tsw/11930.
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MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
-2796-6169. “Selecting green strategies for new stadiums : a case study of Austin FC.” 2021. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
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Vancouver:
-2796-6169. Selecting green strategies for new stadiums : a case study of Austin FC. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2021. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://dx.doi.org/10.26153/tsw/11930.
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-2796-6169. Selecting green strategies for new stadiums : a case study of Austin FC. [Masters Thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2021. Available from: http://dx.doi.org/10.26153/tsw/11930
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Choi, Jin Ouk.
Links between modularization critical success factors and project performance.
Degree: PhD, Civil Engineering, 2014, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/25030
► Through the exporting of a portion of site-based work to fabrication shops, modularization (MOD) can enhance efficiency in the construction industry. The industry, however, applies…
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▼ Through the exporting of a portion of site-based work to fabrication shops, modularization (MOD) can enhance efficiency in the construction industry. The industry, however, applies modularization at only a low level. To reach higher levels of modularization, the EPC industry needs new approaches. Previous studies have identified the current trends in and barriers to the industry's application of modularization. Moreover, in 2013, the Construction Industry Institute's (CII) Research Team 283 identified 21 critical success factors (CSFs) that create an optimum environment for a broader and more effective use of modularization. However, the researcher has identified a need to better understand the relative significance of MOD CSFs and their associations with project performance. Thus, the research was conducted to provide recommendations for better project performance by identifying correlations between the accomplishment of MOD CSFs and project performance and examining actual modular projects' MOD CSF accomplishment. This study identified four statistically significant positive correlations. Those are between the accomplishment of MOD CSFs and: 1) cost performance; 2) schedule performance; 3) Construction performance; and 4) Startup performance. In addition to the correlation analysis, the study also identified the CSFs that appear to contribute the most to 1) "Modular Project Success", 2) Construction success, 3) Startup success, 4) Cost performance, and 5) Schedule performance. To collect information on the actual industrial modular projects, the study surveyed industry experts. By using this study, many industrial project stakeholders from owners to fabricators, designers and EPC contractors, will be able to understand the relationships between MOD CSFs and project performance. Such an understanding should motivate them to achieve better project performance through implementing modularization CSFs.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Modularization; Critical success factors; Prefabrication; Preassembly; Offsite fabrication; PPMOF; Industrial projects; Standardization; Modular projects
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Choi, J. O. (2014). Links between modularization critical success factors and project performance. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/25030
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Choi, Jin Ouk. “Links between modularization critical success factors and project performance.” 2014. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/25030.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Choi, Jin Ouk. “Links between modularization critical success factors and project performance.” 2014. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Choi JO. Links between modularization critical success factors and project performance. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2014. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/25030.
Council of Science Editors:
Choi JO. Links between modularization critical success factors and project performance. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/25030
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-3506-6176.
Development and application of a production rate resource for contract time determination.
Degree: MSin Engineering, Civil Engineering, 2017, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/47460
► Production rates are significantly important for contract time determination procedures as these are essential for estimating the duration of every activity needed to complete a…
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▼ Production rates are significantly important for contract time determination procedures as these are essential for estimating the duration of every activity needed to complete a highway construction project. For this reason, many estimation systems, including
Texas Department of Transportation’s Contract Time Determination System (TXCTDS), explicitly depict production rate data of work items considered important in highway construction projects. Though many systems and databases available in the public domain provide an abundance of production rate data, they provide different rates for comparable work items. This research focusses on the development of the Production Rate Resource, a single, easy to use reference of production rate data gathered from publicly available sources intended to be used by TXDOT contract time estimators. The resource was developed by gathering production rate information through conducting a literature review and organizing the found data into a well assembled Excel workbook. This arrangement contains Excel sheet tabs depicting the resource’s introduction, details of the included production rate sources, a summary of the included work items and their respective production rate data, and item worksheet tabs portraying the gathered production rate data for each work item. These item worksheets also contain production rate averages, graphs that allow comparison and analysis of the data through visual aid, and specific scope information provided by the original sources. A recommended process based on the critical path method (CPM) was also developed for conducting a contract time determination using the Production Rate Resource. The gathered production rate data was then tested by conducting two contract time estimations of actual TXDOT highway construction projects using the recommended process. The results were compared with TXDOT’s contract estimations for an in-depth analysis, and the findings led to significant improvements to the resource. The final assembly of the Production Rate Resource provides production rate data for 59 highway construction work items provided by six publicly available sources.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Production Rate Resource; Production rates; Contract time determination; Highway construction
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-3506-6176. (2017). Development and application of a production rate resource for contract time determination. (Masters Thesis). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/47460
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
-3506-6176. “Development and application of a production rate resource for contract time determination.” 2017. Masters Thesis, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/47460.
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MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
-3506-6176. “Development and application of a production rate resource for contract time determination.” 2017. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
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Vancouver:
-3506-6176. Development and application of a production rate resource for contract time determination. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2017. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/47460.
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Council of Science Editors:
-3506-6176. Development and application of a production rate resource for contract time determination. [Masters Thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2017. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/47460
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Torres, Neftali.
Study of sustainability opportunities during construction.
Degree: MSin Engineering, Civil Engineering, 2014, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/25861
► Construction Sustainability involves the processes, decisions, and actions during the construction phase of capital projects that enhance current and future environmental, social, and economic needs…
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▼ Construction Sustainability involves the processes, decisions, and actions during the construction phase of capital projects that enhance current and future environmental, social, and economic needs while considering project safety, quality, cost, and schedule. Most of the currently available published literature and advances in project level sustainability practices have focused on the early Concept Planning and Design phases of capital projects. Knowledge of sustainability practices during the Construction phase of capital projects is still in the early development stages and is highly fragmented; information regarding the selection, assessment, and implementation of construction sustainability solutions has remained largely unavailable or underdeveloped. Moreover, capital project owners and constructors increasingly seek practical guidance and resources to better integrate and evaluate sustainability decisions and actions within project construction services. The dearth of research on effective sustainability practices during the construction phase suggests that higher levels of sustainability attention and effort are needed in this area, in addition to the creation of support guidance and tools.
To fill this gap in knowledge, this research has identified 54 unique actions that project teams can apply during construction to enhance the overall sustainability of their project. These construction phase sustainability actions (CPSAs) have been cataloged, characterized, and evaluated to facilitate their consideration and implementation by project teams. To further support the selection process and implementation of these actions, the research team developed a high-level strategic work process, a spreadsheet-based CPSA Screening Tool, and additional in-depth guidance for three CPSAs. In addition, both input- and output-oriented construction sustainability metrics have been developed and identified. Equipped with the findings from this study, owners and construction contractors will be better prepared to implement sustainability actions during the construction phase of capital projects.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Sustainability; Construction; Sustainable development; Sustainable construction; Sustainable practices; Sustainable construction practices
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APA (6th Edition):
Torres, N. (2014). Study of sustainability opportunities during construction. (Masters Thesis). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/25861
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Torres, Neftali. “Study of sustainability opportunities during construction.” 2014. Masters Thesis, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/25861.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Torres, Neftali. “Study of sustainability opportunities during construction.” 2014. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Torres N. Study of sustainability opportunities during construction. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2014. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/25861.
Council of Science Editors:
Torres N. Study of sustainability opportunities during construction. [Masters Thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/25861
8.
Peng, Min.
Item-level quantity-based preliminary cost estimating system for highways structures and miscellaneous construction.
Degree: PhD, Civil Engineering, 2006, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/2607
► The intent of this research was to improve the preliminary cost estimating procedures at the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and develop a computational tool…
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▼ The intent of this research was to improve the preliminary cost estimating
procedures at the
Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and develop a
computational tool that simplifies the process of preparing preliminary cost estimates.
An item-level quantity-based approach was proposed for this research study. The
primary motive for this approach was to segregate the impacts of unit prices from the
estimates in order to improve accuracy and reduce the difficulty in updating the
estimating models. Furthermore, this approach enables continuous tracking and control
by initiating quantity estimates at the outset.
This research study was focused on the development of statistical models for
predicting item-level quantities based upon available basic project parameters. Major
work items, defined as those accounting for 80 percent of the total cost, were identified
for each major project type in TxDOT; and either a statistical prediction model or a fixed
cost percentage was developed for each major work item based upon historical data.
These quantity models and fixed cost percentages were integrated into a database
management system, Preliminary Item-Level Cost Estimating System (PILCES), to
estimate costs at both the item-level and the project-level.
This dissertation discusses the statistical quantity models for structures-related
and miscellaneous construction-related major work items. The design concept and
implementation of PILCES are also described in this dissertation.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Roads – Estimates – Texas; Roads – Texas – Costs
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Peng, M. (2006). Item-level quantity-based preliminary cost estimating system for highways structures and miscellaneous construction. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/2607
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Peng, Min. “Item-level quantity-based preliminary cost estimating system for highways structures and miscellaneous construction.” 2006. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/2607.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Peng, Min. “Item-level quantity-based preliminary cost estimating system for highways structures and miscellaneous construction.” 2006. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Peng M. Item-level quantity-based preliminary cost estimating system for highways structures and miscellaneous construction. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2006. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/2607.
Council of Science Editors:
Peng M. Item-level quantity-based preliminary cost estimating system for highways structures and miscellaneous construction. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2006. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/2607
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Won, Seungwon.
A model for work function characteristics-based prioritization of technologies for captial projects.
Degree: PhD, Civil Engineering, 2002, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1066
► Pragmatic construction professionals and the price-competition-oriented market inhibit the construction industry from investing in advanced technologies. The construction industry has taken advantage of new advanced…
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▼ Pragmatic construction professionals and the price-competition-oriented market inhibit the construction industry from investing in advanced technologies. The construction industry has taken advantage of new advanced technologies less frequently than other industries. However, owners, designers, and contractors have recently recognized that improving project performance and sustaining greater competitiveness are driving forces behind implementation of advanced technologies. At the same time, they have been questioning where and what they should implement first. An effective prioritization methodology helps the construction industry to increase the chance of successful investments in new technology development.
The objective of this study is to build a theoretical model for identifying research and development (R&D) investment opportunities exist with high value potential. The gap between measures of technology supply and demand is used to determine the relative priorities of future technology development. The relative demand for technologies is hypothesized to be closely associated with particular work functions.
This dissertation develops and tests a proof model to prove that work function characteristics can serve as an effective model for technology demand. To do so, a comprehensive list of work function characteristics is developed. After proving the value of the work function characteristics, this study applies the work function characteristics in determining the priorities for future technology R&D for capital facility projects.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Project management; Construction industry – Planning; Technology
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Won, S. (2002). A model for work function characteristics-based prioritization of technologies for captial projects. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1066
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Won, Seungwon. “A model for work function characteristics-based prioritization of technologies for captial projects.” 2002. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1066.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Won, Seungwon. “A model for work function characteristics-based prioritization of technologies for captial projects.” 2002. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Won S. A model for work function characteristics-based prioritization of technologies for captial projects. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2002. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1066.
Council of Science Editors:
Won S. A model for work function characteristics-based prioritization of technologies for captial projects. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2002. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1066
10.
Campbell, Michael Cennen.
Lessons learned from the University of Texas at Austin's Project with Underserved Communities (PUC) program.
Degree: MSin Engineering, Civil Engineering, 2017, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/62855
► This paper’s objective is to identify and document lessons learned and understand what factors make a PUC project successful in terms of benefit to project…
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▼ This paper’s objective is to identify and document lessons learned and understand what factors make a PUC project successful in terms of benefit to project participants and the community served as well as what characteristics lead to project challenges. A lessons learned database was constructed to document the lessons learned from 11 different final PUC project repots. This database was then analyzed to examine trends among the lessons learned. Recommendations are made regarding the possible applications of the lessons learned database to the PUC program and other potential benefactors.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor), Ellzey, Janet L. (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: Lessons learned database; Service learning
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Campbell, M. C. (2017). Lessons learned from the University of Texas at Austin's Project with Underserved Communities (PUC) program. (Masters Thesis). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/62855
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Campbell, Michael Cennen. “Lessons learned from the University of Texas at Austin's Project with Underserved Communities (PUC) program.” 2017. Masters Thesis, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/62855.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Campbell, Michael Cennen. “Lessons learned from the University of Texas at Austin's Project with Underserved Communities (PUC) program.” 2017. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Campbell MC. Lessons learned from the University of Texas at Austin's Project with Underserved Communities (PUC) program. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2017. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/62855.
Council of Science Editors:
Campbell MC. Lessons learned from the University of Texas at Austin's Project with Underserved Communities (PUC) program. [Masters Thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2017. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/62855
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Bhatia, Vaibhav.
Challenges with managing projects in third world countries.
Degree: MSin Engineering, Civil engineering, 2016, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/41547
► Recently, there has been a focus on development of some of the most underdeveloped countries, six of the world’s ten fastest growing economies of the…
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▼ Recently, there has been a focus on development of some of the most underdeveloped countries,
six of the world’s ten fastest growing economies of the past decade are in sub-Saharan Africa. As a result, lot of new construction projects opportunities have come up is some of the most remote locations of the world. Construction projects in these regions face a multitude of problems which stem from basic sociopolitical difficulties these undeveloped countries have been facing for the past few decades. This report aims at highlighting some of the major challenges associated with execution of these construction projects. The report also analyzes some of the root causes behind these challenges and provides some recommendation that might prove effective in managing these challenges.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor), Faust, Kasey (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: Contruction projects; Construction management; Third world countries
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Bhatia, V. (2016). Challenges with managing projects in third world countries. (Masters Thesis). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/41547
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Bhatia, Vaibhav. “Challenges with managing projects in third world countries.” 2016. Masters Thesis, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/41547.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Bhatia, Vaibhav. “Challenges with managing projects in third world countries.” 2016. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Bhatia V. Challenges with managing projects in third world countries. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2016. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/41547.
Council of Science Editors:
Bhatia V. Challenges with managing projects in third world countries. [Masters Thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2016. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/41547
12.
Kluever, Karl Mathew.
Industry and project enablers for broader use of modularization.
Degree: MSin Engineering, Civil Engineering, 2011, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2011-12-4902
► Substantial step-wise advances and efficient work processes geared towards leveraging the modularization strategy to an optimal extent are needed in industry in order to maximize…
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▼ Substantial step-wise advances and efficient work processes geared towards leveraging the modularization strategy to an optimal extent are needed in industry in order to maximize its potential benefit for capital projects because the industry suffers from low levels of application of the strategy. Due to this, this research focused on what changes to the traditional work processes within the industry as a whole and on individual projects are required. The ideas presented in this thesis seek to guide individual professionals and engineering organizations to create an optimal environment in which broader and more effective use of modularization can occur.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor), O'Brien, William (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: Modularization; Prefabrication; Enablers; Critical success factors; Business case; Execution plan
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Kluever, K. M. (2011). Industry and project enablers for broader use of modularization. (Masters Thesis). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2011-12-4902
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Kluever, Karl Mathew. “Industry and project enablers for broader use of modularization.” 2011. Masters Thesis, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2011-12-4902.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Kluever, Karl Mathew. “Industry and project enablers for broader use of modularization.” 2011. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Kluever KM. Industry and project enablers for broader use of modularization. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2011. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2011-12-4902.
Council of Science Editors:
Kluever KM. Industry and project enablers for broader use of modularization. [Masters Thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2011. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2011-12-4902
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Woo, Jeyoung.
Analysis of clean room conditions impact on labor productivity : case study.
Degree: MSin Engineering, Civil Engineering, 2012, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2012-05-5062
► The semiconductor industry follows what is known as Moore’s Law. Moore’s Law says that every 18 months computer chip storage capacity doubles and the intervals…
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▼ The semiconductor industry follows what is known as Moore’s Law. Moore’s Law says that every 18 months computer chip storage capacity doubles and the intervals between developments in chip design become shorter and shorter. This is also true for the set dates for construction which are dictated by the semiconductor industry’s needs and production schedule.
This paper analyzes the impact of a clean room environment. It scrutinizes daily reports and interviews, based on two data sets that focus on a semiconductor wafer fabrication facility (FAB) construction project. Both data sets involve the same crew working on a FAB construction project in the U.S. Room conditions, however, differ. Aside from such working conditions, all elements for both groups are the same (crew skill level, weather, and season). This research is based on the installation, from February 2010 to January 2011 in
Austin,
Texas, of an access floor in a semiconductor FAB construction project. The total cost of the project was US$3.6 billion. Generally, a semiconductor FAB has raised access floors because cables and pipes are laid under the floors for maintenance and operation purposes.
The data for this paper is derived from the access floor installation. The project manager’s daily progress record documented the changes in labor productivity. The data on the number of crew and work-hours is computed based on this information. Labor productivity is defined here as the relationship between output and the labor time for its production. The formula is as follows:
Labor productivity = Output(Quantity) / Input(Work-hours) Eq. (1)
This study used Eq. (1) to measure labor productivity for two conditions (working in general conditions and working in a clean room conditions). Labor productivity was computed as follows: the unit of output (quantity) is sq. ft., and the unit of input (work-hours) is hours.
The questionnaires and interviews attempted to identify the factors affecting project performance: rework, crew interference, overcrowded work areas, and overtime (Garner, et al., 1979; Tucker, et al., 1980). Each section consisted of yes/no questions and one question seeking the interviewee’s opinion about how each problem was solved. The responses are summarized as follows:
The results indicate that, in the clean room environment, labor productivity fell by 28.85%. For future projects, this drop represents additional time and money that should be taken into account in the estimate of costs and the schedule duration. The interviews indicate that labor productivity was affected by other factors such as rework, tool availability, other crews not being finished, overcrowded work areas, as well as access to work area.
Advisors/Committee Members: Borcherding, John D. (advisor), O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Clean room; Labor productivity
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Woo, J. (2012). Analysis of clean room conditions impact on labor productivity : case study. (Masters Thesis). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2012-05-5062
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Woo, Jeyoung. “Analysis of clean room conditions impact on labor productivity : case study.” 2012. Masters Thesis, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2012-05-5062.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Woo, Jeyoung. “Analysis of clean room conditions impact on labor productivity : case study.” 2012. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Woo J. Analysis of clean room conditions impact on labor productivity : case study. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2012. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2012-05-5062.
Council of Science Editors:
Woo J. Analysis of clean room conditions impact on labor productivity : case study. [Masters Thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2012-05-5062
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Elkington, Richard William Talis.
Transferring experiential knowledge from the near-retirement generation to the next generation.
Degree: MSin Engineering, Civil Engineering, 2013, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/21522
► This thesis delves into the issues associated with the aging workforce in the capital projects industry and proposes a methodology for mitigation of the loss…
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▼ This thesis delves into the issues associated with the aging workforce in the capital projects industry and proposes a methodology for mitigation of the loss of experiential knowledge. In the context of the capital projects industry the thesis examines the dynamics of the aging workforce, the nature of experiential knowledge, and the risks associated with the loss this knowledge. The thesis reviews state-of-the art literature surrounding these issues, and goes on to discuss the mitigation program developed by the Construction Industry Institute’s research team RT 292, of which the author was a key investigator. The combined industry experience of the research team was used to guide the development of the program and was supplemented by interviews and surveys with industry experts. The program proposes a methodology for effectively pairing a retiree with an effective experiential knowledge transfer strategy. A broader goal of the program is to instigate a cultural shift within organizations to a more proactive approach to experiential knowledge retention.
Advisors/Committee Members: Caldas, Carlos H. (advisor), O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Knowledge transfer; Knowledge retention; Experiential knowledge; Knowledge management
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Elkington, R. W. T. (2013). Transferring experiential knowledge from the near-retirement generation to the next generation. (Masters Thesis). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/21522
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Elkington, Richard William Talis. “Transferring experiential knowledge from the near-retirement generation to the next generation.” 2013. Masters Thesis, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/21522.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Elkington, Richard William Talis. “Transferring experiential knowledge from the near-retirement generation to the next generation.” 2013. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Elkington RWT. Transferring experiential knowledge from the near-retirement generation to the next generation. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2013. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/21522.
Council of Science Editors:
Elkington RWT. Transferring experiential knowledge from the near-retirement generation to the next generation. [Masters Thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2013. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/21522
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Shrestha, Pramen Prasad, 1964-.
Performance benchmarking of large highway projects.
Degree: PhD, Civil Engineering, 2007, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3305
► This dissertation compares and analyzes the relationship of design-build (DB) and design-bid-build (DBB) project delivery methods with performance metrics of large highway projects. Project performance…
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▼ This dissertation compares and analyzes the relationship of design-build (DB) and design-bid-build (DBB) project delivery methods with performance metrics of large highway projects. Project performance is measured in terms of cost, schedule, safety, change orders, and quality on these two types of highway projects. The performance benchmarking methodology used here is derived from work done on a
Texas Department of Transportation (TX DOT) study of the State Highway (SH) 130 Project. Because SH 130 is the first DB highway project in
Texas and is being built under a new contractual concept called the Comprehensive Development Agreement (CDA), this dissertation establishes a framework for evaluating the performance of large DB highway projects. The CDA approach is an innovative form of the DB project delivery method that allows the contractor to simultaneously undertake right-of-way acquisition, utility adjustment, design, and construction activities. Because this approach is being used for the first time on a state highway project in
Texas, it is beneficial to track highway project performance in order to assess whether this project delivery method is a better alternative for building high priority highways. The main objective of this dissertation is thus to compare the performance of large recent DB highway projects (in the context of SH 130) with similar on-going instate DBB highway projects. The research hypothesis is to determine whether there is a statistical difference in mean performance between DB and DBB highway projects. For large, recently built DB highway projects (Federal Highway Administration, Special Experimental Project Number 14 & Cost > US $ 100 million) and four of the largest, most recently built in-state DBB highway projects are identified for comparison purposes. This dissertation provides a detailed methodology to collect data and gives the results of performance benchmarking of these large DB and DBB highway projects. It also investigates associations or relationships between project characteristics (input variables) and project performance (output variables) of large highway projects. While previous analyses of DB and DBB methods have included a wide range of construction projects as varied as buildings and industrial facilities, this dissertation isolates the analysis of these two delivery approaches for large highway projects. It also helps to develop a method to collect data for benchmarking of large highway projects. This research should help TX DOT choose the appropriate delivery method for large future highway projects.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor), Gibson, G. Edward (George Edward), 1958- (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Road construction contracts – Texas; Roads – Texas – Design and construction – Planning
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Shrestha, Pramen Prasad, 1. (2007). Performance benchmarking of large highway projects. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3305
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Shrestha, Pramen Prasad, 1964-. “Performance benchmarking of large highway projects.” 2007. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3305.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Shrestha, Pramen Prasad, 1964-. “Performance benchmarking of large highway projects.” 2007. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Shrestha, Pramen Prasad 1. Performance benchmarking of large highway projects. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2007. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3305.
Council of Science Editors:
Shrestha, Pramen Prasad 1. Performance benchmarking of large highway projects. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2007. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3305
University of Texas – Austin
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Jarrah, Raed Tahsin, 1982-.
Planning for, facilitating, and evaluating design effectiveness.
Degree: PhD, Civil Engineering, 2007, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3607
► Design Effectiveness is the degree to which the design effort helps in achieving project value objectives. Because Design Effectiveness largely exists within the context of…
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▼ Design Effectiveness is the degree to which the design effort helps in achieving project value objectives. Because Design Effectiveness largely exists within the context of the design phase, considerations on other project phases, such as front-end development or construction management, have been excluded from this study. Practices that promote Design Effectiveness are called Design Effectiveness Practices (DEPs), and the primary aim of this research was to develop a method for identifying suitable DEPs on a given project. The research consisted of three segments. The first segment of the research consisted of an ANOVA analysis of the CII benchmarking database to analyze the effect of Design on project performance metrics. The second (and main) segment of the research was the development and validation of a Design Effectiveness Practices Selection Tool. The MS Excel[Trademark] based tool determines the priority of application of 30 different DEPs on a project given the project's desired benefits (from 11 Project Value Objectives), design phase, and unique characteristics. All the 30 DEPs were correlated with the three input parameters using Score Matrices with the aid of expert opinion. The Score Matrices produced a score for each of the input parameters, and the three scores were combined to form a Composite Index Score for each DEP. The Selection tool was also validated in a two-step process, and met the validation thresholds set out for it. The third segment of this research involved the development of a Design Effectiveness Evaluation Tool, also based on MS Excel [Trademark]. This dissertation contributes to a growing area of research by providing comprehensive, structured compilation of DEPs and also by developing a selection method to effectively recommend the most suitable DEPs. From the perspective of the industry, the results of this research (and most notably the Selection Tool), facilitate the implementation of the DEPs and should help in maximizing the potential benefits to a particular project.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Design, Industrial; Construction industry – Planning; Project management
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Jarrah, Raed Tahsin, 1. (2007). Planning for, facilitating, and evaluating design effectiveness. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3607
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Jarrah, Raed Tahsin, 1982-. “Planning for, facilitating, and evaluating design effectiveness.” 2007. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3607.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Jarrah, Raed Tahsin, 1982-. “Planning for, facilitating, and evaluating design effectiveness.” 2007. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Jarrah, Raed Tahsin 1. Planning for, facilitating, and evaluating design effectiveness. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2007. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3607.
Council of Science Editors:
Jarrah, Raed Tahsin 1. Planning for, facilitating, and evaluating design effectiveness. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2007. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3607
University of Texas – Austin
17.
Kuo, Yao-chen.
Highway earthwork and pavement production rates for construction time estimation.
Degree: PhD, Civil Engineering, 2004, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1178
► In recent decades, the complexity and size of highway construction projects have increased dramatically. Because of this change, Contract Time estimates for most construction projects…
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▼ In recent decades, the complexity and size of highway construction projects
have increased dramatically. Because of this change, Contract Time estimates
for most construction projects have been based on the critical path method
(CPM). However, with the use of the CPM, many problems associated with
unrealistic contract timing are encountered. In order to solve these problems,
many transportation agencies have attempted to establish a standard process to
estimate Contract Time with the belief that reasonable Contract Time estimation
should rely on realistic Production Rates.
Personal experience, historical records, and existing standards are usually
used for Production Rates estimation. These sources are often unreliable
because they do not include the effects of important drivers on Production Rates.
Many studies on construction productivity have been conducted. However, most
of them focus on cost management rather than construction time estimation.
Little information is available on Production Rates for construction time
estimation.
This study is intended to be a reference tool for the highway construction
industry to schedule and plan construction time. The purpose of this research
study was to investigate the Production Rates of seven major Work Items in
Earthwork- and Pavement-related construction. In addition, drivers that are
known at the design stage and have a significant impact on Production Rates were
identified and the effects of those drivers were quantified.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Roads – Design and construction – Planning; Roads – Design and construction – Management; Production scheduling; Pavements – Design and construction – Planning; Earthwork – Planning
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Kuo, Y. (2004). Highway earthwork and pavement production rates for construction time estimation. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1178
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Kuo, Yao-chen. “Highway earthwork and pavement production rates for construction time estimation.” 2004. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1178.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Kuo, Yao-chen. “Highway earthwork and pavement production rates for construction time estimation.” 2004. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Kuo Y. Highway earthwork and pavement production rates for construction time estimation. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2004. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1178.
Council of Science Editors:
Kuo Y. Highway earthwork and pavement production rates for construction time estimation. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2004. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1178
University of Texas – Austin
18.
Chou, Jui-sheng.
Item-level quantity-based preliminary cost estimating system for highway earthwork, landscape, subgrade treatments, base, surface courses, pavement and traffic control.
Degree: PhD, Civil Engineering, 2005, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1845
► The primary purpose of this research is to develop systematic procedures, quantity models and an automated computing tool for highway estimating process for the Texas…
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▼ The primary purpose of this research is to develop systematic procedures,
quantity models and an automated computing tool for highway estimating process
for the
Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). This study built a
preliminary cost estimating system that toggles between project input
information, predictive item-level quantity models, and segregated unit prices for
highway work items. A computer application and a prototype web-based system
both using relational databases were developed. The design concept of this
automated system is to better exploit work item historical unit prices and initiate
preliminary estimates with quantity-based models for later periodic quantity
adjustment. This approach was chosen because of conventional approach
lacking of quantity information until 90% to 95% design complete. This cost
estimating system enables continuity of item-level quantity tracking as projects
evolve to later phases. The output, in the form of a report can be uploaded to the
TxDOT Design and Construction Information System for subsequent cost control
and management.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Roads – Estimates – Texas; Roads – Texas – Costs; Roads – Texas – Finance
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Chou, J. (2005). Item-level quantity-based preliminary cost estimating system for highway earthwork, landscape, subgrade treatments, base, surface courses, pavement and traffic control. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1845
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Chou, Jui-sheng. “Item-level quantity-based preliminary cost estimating system for highway earthwork, landscape, subgrade treatments, base, surface courses, pavement and traffic control.” 2005. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1845.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Chou, Jui-sheng. “Item-level quantity-based preliminary cost estimating system for highway earthwork, landscape, subgrade treatments, base, surface courses, pavement and traffic control.” 2005. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Chou J. Item-level quantity-based preliminary cost estimating system for highway earthwork, landscape, subgrade treatments, base, surface courses, pavement and traffic control. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2005. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1845.
Council of Science Editors:
Chou J. Item-level quantity-based preliminary cost estimating system for highway earthwork, landscape, subgrade treatments, base, surface courses, pavement and traffic control. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2005. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1845
University of Texas – Austin
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Chong, Wai Kiong Oswald.
Construction production rate information system for highway projects.
Degree: PhD, Civil Engineering, 2005, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1490
Subjects/Keywords: Roads – Design and construction – Management; Roads – Design and construction – Planning; Construction industry – Production control
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Chong, W. K. O. (2005). Construction production rate information system for highway projects. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1490
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Chong, Wai Kiong Oswald. “Construction production rate information system for highway projects.” 2005. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1490.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Chong, Wai Kiong Oswald. “Construction production rate information system for highway projects.” 2005. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Chong WKO. Construction production rate information system for highway projects. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2005. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1490.
Council of Science Editors:
Chong WKO. Construction production rate information system for highway projects. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2005. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/1490
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Kim, Dae Young, 1977-.
Construction planning and execution strategies for enhancing project success on electrical construction subcontracts.
Degree: PhD, Civil Engineering, 2011, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2011-12-4490
► As subcontractors, electrical contractors have been facing unfavorable environments, with problems such as constrained job site areas, schedule interference, and inefficient communication with other trades.…
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▼ As subcontractors, electrical contractors have been facing unfavorable environments, with problems such as constrained job site areas, schedule interference, and inefficient communication with other trades. To achieve desired goals more efficiently, electrical contractors require a more systematic and effective project management strategy. The primary goal of this research is to develop continuous task strings that pair pre-construction planning (PCP) with relevant project execution (PE) tasks in order for electrical contractors to achieve significantly better performance. Incorporating several statistical analyses, the research demonstrates the effects of continuous task strings on project performance in terms of cost and schedule success. The results reveal that the levels of task string usage are significantly correlated to project success. Moreover, task strings have significant leveraged effects on project performance: project performance can be improved by stringing together related PCP and PE tasks as opposed to performing either PCP or PE task individually. The research further suggests the specific high-value task strings that significantly increase the likelihood of achieving successful project outcomes. Ultimately, by elucidating the relationship between pre-construction planning and project execution tasks, the research can help electrical contractors accomplish significantly better performance through effective project management strategies.
Advisors/Committee Members: Menches, Cindy L. (advisor), O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor), O'Brien, William J. (committee member), Borcherding, John D. (committee member), Zhang, Zhanmin (committee member), Powers, Daniel A. (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: Electrical construction; Task string; Pre-construction planning; Project execution; Effective project management strategies
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Kim, Dae Young, 1. (2011). Construction planning and execution strategies for enhancing project success on electrical construction subcontracts. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2011-12-4490
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Kim, Dae Young, 1977-. “Construction planning and execution strategies for enhancing project success on electrical construction subcontracts.” 2011. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2011-12-4490.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Kim, Dae Young, 1977-. “Construction planning and execution strategies for enhancing project success on electrical construction subcontracts.” 2011. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Kim, Dae Young 1. Construction planning and execution strategies for enhancing project success on electrical construction subcontracts. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2011. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2011-12-4490.
Council of Science Editors:
Kim, Dae Young 1. Construction planning and execution strategies for enhancing project success on electrical construction subcontracts. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2011. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2011-12-4490
University of Texas – Austin
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Goldin, Daren Tal.
Optimal jobsite staffing as a function of project sector and project characteristics.
Degree: MSin Engineering, Civil Engineering, 2009, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2009-12-708
► Jobsite management functions and organization structure play an integral role in achieving project goals of safety, quality, target budget and target schedule. Over the past…
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▼ Jobsite management functions and organization structure play an integral role in achieving project goals of safety, quality, target budget and target schedule. Over the past several decades there has been a dramatic change in trends in the construction industry regarding the growth of project size and project complexity. In order to accommodate these changes, jobsite management staffs have had to increase in size of staff, and in the complexity of the organization structure. Varying contracting strategies are believed to influence the size and structure of the site project management team. Traditionally, project staffs have been formed based on staffing experience on previous projects, rather than systematically customizing the staffing process to respond uniquely to the conditions of the project at hand. With larger, more complex, and more expensive projects, there is more at stake, and therefore greater need for an effective jobsite organization that is appropriate for the project characteristics. This thesis will reflect the research of CII Research Team 261: “Optimizing Jobsite Organizations”, addressing the question of how to best staff and structure the organization of the jobsite team in order
to effectively respond to the unique project characteristics.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor), Borcherding, John D. (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: Jobsite organization; Optimization; Construction management
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Goldin, D. T. (2009). Optimal jobsite staffing as a function of project sector and project characteristics. (Masters Thesis). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2009-12-708
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Goldin, Daren Tal. “Optimal jobsite staffing as a function of project sector and project characteristics.” 2009. Masters Thesis, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2009-12-708.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Goldin, Daren Tal. “Optimal jobsite staffing as a function of project sector and project characteristics.” 2009. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Goldin DT. Optimal jobsite staffing as a function of project sector and project characteristics. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2009. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2009-12-708.
Council of Science Editors:
Goldin DT. Optimal jobsite staffing as a function of project sector and project characteristics. [Masters Thesis]. University of Texas – Austin; 2009. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2009-12-708
University of Texas – Austin
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Migliaccio, Giovanni C. (Giovanni Ciro), 1968-.
Planning for strategic change in the project delivery strategy.
Degree: PhD, Civil Engineering, 2007, University of Texas – Austin
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3370
► For organizations such as state departments of transportation, other public agencies, or private companies, adopting a new approach to procure services for delivery of construction…
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▼ For organizations such as state departments of transportation, other public agencies, or private companies, adopting a new approach to procure services for delivery of construction projects requires significant organizational changes; modifications to both their work processes and existing organizational structures may be needed. These adjustments, encompassing many different aspects of the organization's interests, must occur for the change initiative to be successfully put into practice. In this research, the adoption of integrated project delivery methods within the transportation project sector is investigated to better understand the dynamics of this change. In the context of this study, an Owner's project delivery strategy is defined as the set of project delivery methods that are adopted for delivering capital projects. This dissertation presents findings from a study of Public Owner organizations that have implemented the designbuild method for delivering highway projects. Using as a case study the new $1.3 billion SH-130 tolled expressway project in Central
Texas, the author analyzed project documentation and conducted many interviews with individuals affiliated with owner, legal, engineering consultants, and contractors. Findings suggest that project representatives institutionalize practices and routines connected to the new approach by adapting to new challenges, rather than "overwriting" previously existing practices. Similarly, the institutionalization of innovative approaches to project delivery happens concurrently with a deinstitutionalization of the previous approaches. Building upon these findings, a conceptual framework is presented for helping Owner organizations implement change in their project delivery strategy. The proposed conceptual framework is based upon both existing published literature and interviews with managers involved in implementing a strategic change in project delivery strategy. This framework was further refined by making a comparative study of four transportation projects in the United States. In addition, a detailed implementation framework was validated and further developed through a Delphi study with representatives from several organizations whose major responsibilities and experiences include the management of change in procurement approach. Findings from these studies, including application to the construction industry and other industries are presented.
Advisors/Committee Members: O'Connor, James Thomas (advisor), Gibson, G. Edward (George Edward), 1958- (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Project management; Roads – Texas – Design and construction – Planning – Case studies; Roads – Texas – Design and construction – Management – Case studies; Roads – Design and construction – Planning; Roads – Design and construction – Management; Production scheduling; Engineering – Management
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Migliaccio, Giovanni C. (Giovanni Ciro), 1. (2007). Planning for strategic change in the project delivery strategy. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Texas – Austin. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3370
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Migliaccio, Giovanni C. (Giovanni Ciro), 1968-. “Planning for strategic change in the project delivery strategy.” 2007. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Texas – Austin. Accessed April 14, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3370.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Migliaccio, Giovanni C. (Giovanni Ciro), 1968-. “Planning for strategic change in the project delivery strategy.” 2007. Web. 14 Apr 2021.
Vancouver:
Migliaccio, Giovanni C. (Giovanni Ciro) 1. Planning for strategic change in the project delivery strategy. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2007. [cited 2021 Apr 14].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3370.
Council of Science Editors:
Migliaccio, Giovanni C. (Giovanni Ciro) 1. Planning for strategic change in the project delivery strategy. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Texas – Austin; 2007. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152/3370
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