Volume 2025, Issue 1
Proceedings of the Construction Business and Project Management Conference Cape Town, South Africa, 23 – 25 April, 2025
Sixty-six submissions were received and 56 accepted for presentation at the Conference from authors based in 33 Universities, located in South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, United Kingdom, Canada, Zimbabwe, India and Oman. All full papers in this publication went through a double-blind peer-review process which involves abstracts assessment by the scientific committee, feedback to authors on abstracts submitted, submission of full papers for the accepted abstracts, review of full papers by the scientific committee and panel of reviewers, feedback to authors on full papers submitted which included a decision on acceptance and evaluation of the revised papers by the scientific committee and reviewers to ensure the quality of content.
Table of Contents
Exploring the Advantages of BIM-IOT Integration in Enhancing Construction Health and Safety
Mojtaba Amiri and Ehsan Saghatforoush and Samuel Laryea
pp. 1–11
Key Drivers of Wearable Technology Usage for Worker Safety on Construction Sites in Nigeria
David Ojimaojo Ebiloma and Clinton Ohis Aigbavboa
pp. 12–18
Strategies for Blockchain Technology Adoption in Facility Management Practices in Nigeria
David Ojimaojo Ebiloma
pp. 19–25
A Scoping Review on The Role of 3d Printing in Construction: Revolutionising Design and Reducing Waste
Thalente Nkosi
pp. 26–31
Digital Solutions for the Management of Wastewater Storage for the Mining Industry
Leah Ledwaba and Makgopa Tshehla
pp. 32–39
Energy-Efficient Upgrades for Educational Buildings: A Roadmap to Carbon Neutrality
Ayobami Oluwaseun Idowu, Clinton Ohis Aigbavboa, Ayodeji Emmanuel Oke and Seyi Segun Stephen
pp. 40–47
Port Efficiency: The Implication of Blockchain Technology in the Construction Material Supply Chain
Adeola Oluwatoyin Osundiran and Makgopa Tshehla
pp. 48–55
Appraisal of Building Information Modelling Implementation on Construction Project Performance in Nigeria
Akinola V.O.
pp. 56–62
Leveraging on Sustainable Building Designs: Exploring the Drivers and Satisfaction of Smart Lighting in Student Housing in Ghana
Iruka Chijindu Anugwo, Williams Miller Appau, Elvis Attakora-Amaniampong, Frederick Simpeh
pp. 63–71
A Review of Model Building By-Laws for Incorporating Sustainable Construction Material Utilisation in Zimbabwe
Cynthia Moyo, Tirivavi Moyo and Mable Vongai Mudombo
pp. 72–78
Untapped Resources: Locally Available Building Materials in South-Western Nigeria
Olugbenga Fashuyi and Amira Osman
pp. 79–86
A Systematic Review on the Use of Quarry Dust in the South African Construction Industry
Izuchukwu Nwokocha, Chikezirim Okorafor and Darlington Ikegwuoha
pp. 87–94
Promoting the Adoption of Sustainable Environmental Technologies in Ghana’s Construction Sector: A Quantitative Study of Key Drivers
Harold Adjarko, Iruka Anugwo and Ayodeji Aiyetan
pp. 96–102
Quantitative Assessment of Environmental Challenges Hindering Sustainability in the Ghanaian Construction Industry: Implications for Sustainable Development
Harold Adjarko, Iruka Anugwo and Ayodeji Aiyetan
pp. 103–110
Sustainable Construction Policy Constraints in Nigeria: Stakeholders' Perspective
Nishani Harinarain and Ayotunde Babalola
pp. 111–117
Barriers to Effective Construction Waste Reduction: A Study of Contractors in The Eastern Cape Province, South Africa
Nontlahla Mphako, Athenkosi Sogaxa and Lance Wentzel
pp. 118–126
Nature-Based Solutions and Materials Promoting Net-Zero Construction in South Africa: Trends and Insights from a Bibliometric Review
Nana Akua Asabea Gyadu-Asiedu, Clinton Ohis Aigbavboa and Seyi Segun Stephen
pp. 127–136
Developing an Inclusive Leadership-Psychological Safety Relationship Framework to Foster Creative Performance in the Nigerian Built Environment
Tosin Emmanuel Oladele, Modupe Cecilia Mewomo, and Jacob Ikotun
pp. 137–145
Unveiling the Key Drivers of Successful Operations Management in Construction Subcontracting
Henok Asfaw Hailu and Makgopa Tshehla
pp. 146–153
The Effectiveness of Supply Chain Management in Enhancing Project Management Outcomes
Jey Difference Nyalungu, Sizwe Vincent Mbona, Sijuwade Adedayo Ogunsola and Venus Sibuyi
pp. 154–160
Adapting Marketing Strategies in a Post-Pandemic Digital Landscape: Insights from Project Managers
Nishani Harinarain
pp. 161–167
Barriers to the Adoption of Emerging Technologies for Quality Management in Construction Projects in Nigeria
Innocent Chigozie Osuizugbo, Chikezirim Okorafor and Victor Olukayode Iyanda
pp. 168–174
SMME Collaboration Dynamics in International Construction Joint Ventures in Harare, Zimbabwe
Pride Ndlovu, Malcolm Weaich, Lionel Bvute, Prisca Simbanegavi and Faranani Gethe
pp. 175–184
Readiness of Facilities Management Organisations for BIM Adoption in Facilities Management Functions
Brent Cloete, Justus Ngala Agumba, Oluseyi Julius Adebowale and Chris Meyer
pp. 186–194
An Exploratory Evaluation of the Factors impacting the Adoption of Innovative Sustainable Building Materials in Housing Construction Across Socio-Economic Contexts
Kabemba Steve Ngoy, Esona Daweti, Relebohile Molise, Darmarajan Chinasamy and Abimbola Windapo
pp. 195–202
pp. 203–210
Growth Constraints of Domestic Construction Firms in Emerging Economies
Henok Asfaw Hailu and Makgopa Tshehla
pp. 211–218
Exploring Shame in Construction Health and Safety in South Africa
Clinton Ohis Aigbavboa, John Aliu, Douglas Aghimien, and Bankole Awuzie
pp. 219–226
Developing a Safety Competence Evaluation Framework for Artisans in the Nigerian Construction Industry
Mubarak Reme Ibrahim, Usman Sulaiman Jibril and Mu’awiya Abubakar
pp. 227–237
Assessment of Factors Affecting Workers’ Hazard Recognition in Construction
Mu’awiya Abubakar1, Yahaya Makarfi Ibrahim2, Kabiru Bala3, Ahmed Doko Ibrahim4 and Muhammad Aliyu Yamusa5
pp. 238–246
Impact of Barriers to Implementing Health and Safety Practices for Construction Workers' Productivity in SMMES
Nomaswazi Nyeleti Malumbete, Justus Ngala Agumba, Oluseyi Julius Adebowale Nazeem Ansary
pp. 247–253
Why I Registered for Construction Management
John Smallwood
pp. 254–261
Assessing the Barriers to Online Learning in the Built Environment Postgraduate Programmes
Abdulfatah S, Ahmadu H.A, Abdulrahman R.S, Bashir A.S and Yamusa M.A
pp. 262–269
Enhancing Gender Equality Policies for Promoting Women’s Participation in the Zimbabwean Construction Sector
Modesta Mupondi, Tirivavi Moyo and Cynthia Moyo
pp. 270–276
Initiatives for Improving Physical Well-Being for Construction Workers in Zimbabwe
Cynthia Moyo, Tirivavi Moyo and Wedzerai Mateza
pp. 277–283
The Challenges to Women's Career Progression in the Construction Industry: An Investigative Study
Abimbola Windapo, Olugbenga Oladinrin, João Alencastro, Dineo Mbekwa, Christiana Ekpo, Muhammad Rana and Amanda Filtane
pp. 284–291
Investigating Underutilization of the Municipal Water Infrastructure Grant (MWIG) in Leekwa-Teemane Local Municipality (LTLM)
Faranani Gethe, Karabo Zwelithin Ramaleba, Sandiso Thandwefika Mgcodo and Thetshelesani Makhuvha
pp. 292–298
Critical Review of the Challenges of Financing Renewable Energy Development in Sub-Saharan Africa
Sam Wamuziri
pp. 299–305
Navigating Formal Land Acquisition Channels for Construction Projects in Lagos: Issues and Challenges
Daramola Thompson Olapade, Justus Ngala Agumba, and Rudzani Glen Muthelo
pp. 306–313
Client and Construction Machinery Related Factors Influencing the Selection of Contract Procurement Method in KwaZulu Natal Province in South Africa
Ayodeji Aiyetan & B. Ayodabo
pp. 314–320
An Appraisal of Procurement Challenges Facing Emerging Contractors in Public Sector Projects in South Africa
Sibabalo Edmond Bangani, Modupe Cecilia Mewomo, Cyril Chinonso Ejidike, Francis Kwesi Bondinuba and Collins Ameyaw
pp. 321–327
Evaluating the Current Tender Adjudication in the Western Cape Province, South Africa
Damba B, Nghona X, Bikitsha L, Athenkosi Sogaxa and Okosun Senator Endurance
pp. 328–336
Predictive Analytics and Stochastic Programming for Construction Resource Optimization in Developing African Economies
Frédéric Mirindi and Derrick Mirindi
pp. 337–345
pp. 346–352
The Causes and Impact of Late Payments in The Construction Industry
Ayabulela Bongco and John Smallwood
pp. 353–359
Effectiveness of Existing Insurance Frameworks in Addressing the Risks of Contractors
Sarpong O.S, Modupe Cecilia Mewomo, Francis Kwesi Bondinuba, Nansie A and Dery B. A
pp. 360–366
Developing a Cost Estimating Conceptual Framework that Leverages on Knowledge
Bashir A.S, Kolo B.A, Abdulrazaq M, Ahmadu H.A and Bello A.S
pp. 367–375
Inflation and Quality Attributes in Construction Projects in Cities: An Empirical Analysis of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, Nigeria
Daniel A, Okosun Senator Endurance, Athenkosi Sogaxa, Kelvin Omoufeba Okosun and Idoko O
pp. 376–386
Disputes on Construction Projects: The Role Of Procurement Methods and Payment Strategies
Abimbola Windapo and Muhammad Limalia
pp. 387–393
Exploring Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Construction Bid Automation: A Review Approach
Oscar Kwame Kwasafo, Samuel Laryea, and Neil Govender
pp. 394–401
Digital Transformation of Construction and Project Management through Artificial Intelligence
Aju Omojokun Gabriel and Mokgohloa Kgabo
pp. 402–409
A Systematic Review of the Current State of Artificial Intelligence Adoption in South Africa’s AEC Sector
Desiree Elizabeth Moodley and Dr Zakheeya Armoed and Modupe Cecilia Mewomo
pp. 410–416
Bringing Change in Construction: Analysing Strategies for Managing Cybersecurity Disasters in the South African Construction Industry
Seyi Segun Stephen, Clinton Ohis Aigbavboa, Jummai Okikiola Bello, and Ayodeji Emmanuel Oke
pp. 417–424
A Systematic Literature Review on Emergency Response Systems and their Impact on Infrastructure Resilience
Abudu Haruna Domanamwin, Modupe Cecilia Mewomo, Adjei Kofi Owusu and Francis Kwesi Bondinuba
pp. 425–431
A Literature Review of Construction Labour Productivity: A 30-Year Global Perspective
R.Suresh Kumar, Oluseyi Julius Adebowale, Justus Ngala Agumba and L.Krishnaraj
pp. 432–440
Assessment of the Perceived Impact of Flooding and Climate Change on Construction Projects in Nigeria.
Okosun Senator Endurance, Olatunji Solomon Ayodeji, Zakka Solomon Dyachia, Ayo-Odifiri Oisasoje Solomon and Kelvin Omoufeba Okosun
pp. 441–448