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Chan, D W M, Hung, H T W, Chan, A P C and Lo, T K K (2014) Overview of the development and implementation of the mandatory building inspection scheme (MBIS) in Hong Kong. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 4(01), 71-89.

Kurniawan, F, Ogunlana, S and Motawa, I (2014) Stakeholders’ expectations in utilising financial models for public-private partnership projects. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 4(01), 4-21.

Leung, M-Y and Yu, J (2014) Value methodology in public engagement for construction development projects. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 4(01), 55-70.

Opoku, A and Ahmed, V (2014) Embracing sustainability practices in UK construction organizations: Challenges facing intra-organizational leadership. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 4(01), 90-107.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Challenges; Construction organizations; Sustainability practices; Sustainable construction; UK
  • ISBN/ISSN: 2044-124X
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/BEPAM-02-2013-0001
  • Abstract:
    Purpose – Adopting sustainable construction practices minimizes the overall environmental impact of the built asset throughout its whole life. Currently, there is demand from key stakeholders in the construction industry for organization to deliver sustainable built environment, however, leaders/champions within construction organizations charged with the adoption of sustainable construction practices face many challenges. The purpose of this paper is to present the results of an investigation into the challenges facing intra-organizational leaders charged with the promotion of sustainable construction practices. Design/methodology/approach – Qualitative data were collected through semi-structured interview with 15 leaders, followed by an industry-wide survey of 200 intra-organizational leaders in contractor and consultant organizations in the UK construction industry. Findings – The results revealed that increased capital cost is the most significant challenge facing construction organizations in attempt to adopt sustainability practices in the delivery of construction projects. Originality/value – This study provides the empirical evidence linking leadership within construction organizations and sustainability; filling the gap in literature and serving as a source of reference material for higher education programmes in the built environment.

Osman, H and Nikbakht, M (2014) A game-theoretic model for roadway performance management: A socio-technical approach. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 4(01), 40-54.

Thomson, C and El-Haram, M (2014) Potential and implications of sustainability action plans: Lessons from the Greater Middlehaven Regeneration Project. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 4(01), 108-22.

Vanelslander, T, Chomat, G, Roumboutsos, A and Bonnet, G (2014) Cross-sectoral comparison of concessions in transport: Urban, road and port pre-fuzzy assessment. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 4(01), 22-39.