Volume 2026, Issue 1
Proceedings of the Construction Business and Project Management Conference Cape Town, South Africa, 23 – 25 June, 2026
Table of Contents
Assessing Critical Success Factors for Implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Public Procurement
Sani Ibrahim Kasim, Hassan Adaviriku Ahmadu, Saidu Minin Muhammad, Amina Bello Sani
pp. 1–6
Digital Twins: Implications for Construction Material Supply Chain in Sub- Saharan Africa
Adeola Oluwatoyin Osundiran
pp. 7–15
Assessing the Integration and Utilisation of Robotics in the South Africa Construction Industry
Ayodeji Olatunji Aiyetan, Nathaniel Ayinde Olatunde, Mthiyane Siphamandla and Nzimande Mbuson
pp. 16–23
Drivers and Barriers to the Adoption of Robotics and 3D Printing in Construction in the Global South: A Systematic Review
Omojokun Gabriel Aju and Kgabo Mokgohloa
pp. 24–31
Robotic Technologies for Hazardous Construction Tasks: Implications for Occupational Health and Safety
Omojokun Gabriel Aju and Kgabo Mokgohloa
pp. 32–40
Student Attendance and Academic Performance in a GenAI-Enabled Quantity Surveying Learning Environment
Anushka Rathnayake, Nipuni Sumanarathna, Aravinda Adhikari
pp. 41–47
Blockchain-Enabled Solutions in Construction Dispute Resolution: A Bibliometric and Thematic Analysis
Emmanuel D. Oyelami, Molusiwa S. Ramabodu, Samuel H.P. Chikafalimani, Imoleayo A. Awodele
pp. 48–55
Leveraging on digital technologies for assessing cost estimation accuracy in renovation and refurbishment projects towards improved project delivery
K'Homotho Nester Mokhojane, Thabo Khafiso, Nangamso Mtiki
pp. 56–62
Assessing Organizational Readiness for AI-Enabled Total Quality Management in Nigerian Construction Firms
Yetunde Olaleye, Afolabi Dania, and Shandodama Kolakusu
pp. 63–70
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence Driven Predictive Analytics for Sustainable Airfield Maintenance: A Project Management Perspective from Air Force Base Waterkloof, South Africa
Ayodeji Olatunji Aiyetan, Dillip Kumar Das, Mbuyiseni Mdakaneu
pp. 71–79
Digital Transformation, AI, BIM, Robotics and Smart Construction Systems
Sidumisile Siphiwe Siziba and Morena William Nkomo
pp. 80–83
Impediments to Readiness to Adopt Building Information Modelling for Health and Safety Among Small and Medium Contractors in KwaZulu-Natal
Siyabonga Mchunu, Justus Ngala Agumba, Oluseyi Adebowale
pp. 84–90
Assessment of BIM Awareness and Perceived Benefits for High-Rise Project Delivery in Lagos and Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Iheama Ndidi Blessing, Umeokana Chijioke Steven Chikezirim Okoroafor
pp. 91–97
BIM adoption strategies for SMEs to Manage Construction Project Risk in the Western Cape Province of South Africa
Murendeni Curry Nemakanga , Lance Wentzel and Rainer Haldenwang
pp. 98–106
Strategies for improving the adoption of digital technologies in the construction industry
Lesiba George Mollo
pp. 107–114
An Evaluation of Automated Tendering Systems as a Solution to Challenges in Traditional Tendering Processes
Scelo Mhlongo and Thabo Khafiso
pp. 115–123
Transforming Construction Education through Artificial Intelligence and Simulation-Based Work Integrated Learning: A Systematic Literature Review
K’homotho Nester Mokhojane
pp. 124–130
An Implementation Framework for Ai-Enhanced 3D Mapping for Civil Infrastructure in South Africa
Aston Chetty, Zakheeya Armoed
pp. 131–138
Improving Hospital Facilities Management through a Human-Centred Complexity Management Approach in Tehran
Niyoosha Beirami
pp. 139–145
Key Determinants of Time-Related Preliminary and General (P&G) Costs in Construction Projects
Makgopa F Tshehla
pp. 146–151
Total Quality Management Awareness and Practice in Digitalising Construction Industry: Insights from Construction Professionals in Imo State, Nigeria
Diekolola Abiola-Ogedengbe and Molusiwa Stephan Ramabodu
pp. 152–161
An Evaluation of Time and Cost Performance of Construction Projects in Implementing Total Quality Management Principles
Diekolola Abiola-Ogedengbe, Molusiwa Stephan Ramabodu, Nathaniel A. Olatunde, Imoleayo Abraham Awodele
pp. 162–169
Evaluation of Contractor Performance on Project Execution among Selected Indigenous Construction Firms (ICFS) in Nigeria
Oluwayemisi Gladys Oguntade, Diekolola Abiola-Ogedengbe, Cyril Chinonso Ejidike, Akeem Bolaji Wahab, Chikezirim Okorafor and Iruka Chijindu Anugwo
pp. 170–176
An analysis of the impacts of pre-contract and contract escalation for project success in Short Form Contracts
K’homotho Nester Mokhojane Thabo Khafiso and Kedinametse Mogotloane
pp. 177–185
Seasonal price variation of building materials and construction project performance in Nigeria
Emmanuel Tayo Adu and Opeyemi Oyeyipo
pp. 186–192
Strengthening Financial Accountability in Project Management Units of Eastern Cape Metropolitan Municipalities
Phumlani Mditshwa, Tirivavi Moyo and Wayne Draai
pp. 193–203
Understanding Root Causes of Cost and Time Overruns in South African Mega Infrastructure Projects
Lindelani Matshidze, Temitope Omotayo, Abimbola Windapo
pp. 204–209
Project Governance under Economic Turbulence: Adaptive Decision Routines of Micro-Scale AEC Firms
Burcu Balaban-Ökten, Yaprak. Ar?c?-Üstüner, Hakk? Can Özkan, Bü?ra Nur Toprak, Heba Sofie
pp. 210–218
Project Success and Professional Perceptions of Public Value in Small Scale Urban Infrastructure: A Case Study of Green Point Dome Project, South Africa
Companie, F., Windapo, A. , and Companie, S.
pp. 219–225
Impact of Organizational Subcultures on Barriers to Total Quality Management Implementation in Nigerian Construction Materials Manufacturing firms
Yetunde Olaleye, Afolabi Dania and Bilkisu Ahmad Abdu
pp. 226–234
Sustainable Public-Private Partnerships for Effective Management of South Africa’s Public Health Infrastructure
Mello, P. and Tshehla, M.F.
pp. 235–241
Construction Materials Transport Vehicle Utilisation Efficiency: A Case Study of Gqeberha
John Smallwood and Sinethemba Sonqwelo
pp. 242–249
Impediments hindering higher education Institutions in readiness for future pandemics: A case of Eastern Cape province, South Africa
Vuyokazi Luthuli, Justus Ngala Agumba, Olubumni Ilori
pp. 250–257
Supplier relationships and logistics management to reduce material supply disruptions among SME contractors in the Western Cape, South Africa
Bassadien, Y., Sogaxa, A., and Bashingi, N
pp. 258–266
Adoption of Lean Construction Techniques by SMEs in the Western Cape Province, South Africa to Enhance Project Delivery
Nkemeleng Mbhasa, Luviwe Bikitsha and Rainer Haldenwang
pp. 267–273
Assessment of Impacts of Poor Project Governance in a Multi-Stakeholder Project Environment: Stakeholder Insights
Thabo Khafiso, Siyamthanda Makhwabe, Sizolwakhe Mtetwa, Motheo Meta Tjebane, Miranda Mvusi and Molusiwa Ramabodu
pp. 274–281
CSR Implementation Strategies to Achieve Sustainable Business Performance of Large Contractors in the Western Cape Construction Sector
Ademola Kamal Oyewumi, Lance Wentzel and Rainer Haldenwang
pp. 282–290
Operational, financial and policy constraints limiting emerging property developers’ participation in affordable housing delivery in Polokwane Municipality
Voninga Sono and Roy Cumberlege
pp. 291–297
Improving skills deployment in mega or large complex projects
Abigail Booth and Makgopa Tshehla
pp. 298–304
Narrative Infrastructure Under Disruption: Reconfiguring Resilience Narratives in Large South African Construction Contractors
Zamageda Zungu
pp. 305–311
Compliance and Implementation Challenges of DHET Minimum Norms and Standards in Off-Campus Student Accommodation in South Africa: A Systematic Literature Review
Nontokozo Silindokuhle Nxumalo, and Iruka Chijindu Anugwo
pp. 312–318
Stakeholder Participation Patterns Across Construction Project Stages in the Niger Delta: Archival Evidence from Public Sector Projects in Nigeria
Temidayo Michael Ajibare Chikezirim Okorafor, and Iruka Chijindu Anugwo
pp. 319–326
Strategies to Enhance Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) Effectiveness in Managing Infrastructure Project Delays in the Western Cape, South Africa
Yamnkela Nqolobe, Tshephisho Selatole , Luviwe Bikitsha and Bimpe Alabi
pp. 327–333
Geo-Spatial Territorial Conflict Among Residents in Sub-Saharan Africa – A Perspective from Oyo State, Nigeria
Okosun, Senator Endurance, Ogunsesan, Simiat Abimbola, Daniel Adamu, Kanu Kingsley Uchenna, Ipinmoroti, Samuel Adejoro
pp. 334–341
Impact of Environmental Stress and Energy use Behaviours on Thermal Conflict in Multi-Tenanted Student Housing in Ghana
Williams Miller Appau, Iruka Chijindu Anugwo, Elvis Attakora-Amaniampongah
pp. 342–349
Research Trends in Digital Infrastructure and Sustainable Construction: A Bibliometric Analysis
Emmanuel D. Oyelami, Molusiwa S. Ramabodu, Samuel H. P. Chikafalimani, Imoleayo A. Awodele, Nathaniel A. Olatunde, and Hannah N. Egbochuo
pp. 350–357
Assessing The Implementation Of Esg Factors By Namibian Contractors
Jenin Joy Goagoses, Tirivavi Moyo and Nishani Harinarain
pp. 358–365
Artificial Photosynthesis for Net-Zero Energy Integration in Commercial Buildings: A Systematic Literature Review
Mpidiseng Emash Mohlaba, Lungie Maseko and Tholang David Nena
pp. 366–373
A socio-ecological transition framework for regenerative facilities management: thinking beyond operational efficiency
Faranani Gethe, Prisca Simbanegavi, Pride Ndlovu, Yewande Adewunmi, and Matthew Ikuabe
pp. 374–378
Construction and Demolition Concrete Waste Management in Gauteng: Challenges and Strategic Interventions for Circular Construction
Gefference Sekhoto, Samkelo Ndlovu, Tinomudaishe Kasayi, Faranani Gethe, and Matthew Ikuabe
pp. 379–385
A Predictive Model for Estimating the Service Life of Floor Finishes in Public Office Buildings in Nairobi: Implications for Maintenance Practice and Policy
Olivia S.O Mwembe , Njeri Wachira- Towey, and Anthony Oduor Ralwala
pp. 386–391
Analysing Sustainable Housing Investment in Gauteng, South Africa: A Multidimensional Framework
Lindiwe Kwele and Makgopa Tshehla
pp. 392–398
Exploring the disasters that occur in informal settlements: A case study on the lived experiences of the residents
Nelly Busisiwe Ntuli and Justus Ngala Agumba
pp. 399–406
Understanding Energy Consumption and Management in University Buildings: A Sustainability and Socio-Technical Perspective
Chikezirim Okorafor
pp. 407–414
Making the case for sustainable buildings: Evidence from the limitations of conventional buildings
John Smallwood, Lungelo Dube and Eric Simpeh
pp. 415–423
A Scoping Review: Policy “Pull” and Diffusion of Green Building Certification Across Africa
Jonathan Oladeji and Chioma Okoro
pp. 424–439
Effects of Government Policies on the Provision of Housing in Nigeria: An Empirical Analysis of Akure North Local Government Area
Owolabi Babatunde Oluwaseyi, Winnie Schola John, Okosun Senator Endurance, Athenkosi Sogaxa, Nwodo Geoffrey Ogbonna, Stephen Olushola Oladosu Olajide Olamide Emmmauel
pp. 440–447
Comparative Performance of Alternative building technologies vs convential in Reconstruction and Development Programme RDP Housing Construction
Kabemba Steve Ngoy, Abimbola Windapo, Mochelo Lefoka, Yastil Harilall, Uzayr Adam, and Darmarajan Chinasamy
pp. 448–456
Evaluating Compliance Levels of Informal Housing Construction Practices with Building and Environmental Regulations in South Africa
Kabemba Steve Ngoy, Yahya Paruk, Victor Mashangana, Sizolwenkosi Mthethwa, Darmarajan Chinasamy and Abimbola Windapo
pp. 457–466
Smart Construction Technologies Application to Improve Health and Safety in the South African Construction Industry: A Systematic Review
Ayodeji Olatunji Aiyetan, Nathaniel Ayinde Olatunde, Bavelile Myeza, Babajide Bohan
pp. 467–473
Leadership Practices Supporting Workforce Engagement and Inclusion in Western Cape Construction Firms: A Principal Component Analysis
Musa Conrad, Athenkosi Sogaxa, Eric Kwame Simpeh, and Okuson Senator Endurance
pp. 474–482
Emotional Intelligence as a Catalyst for Resilient and Sustainable Construction Project Management in South Africa
Nishani Harinarain
pp. 483–490
Assessing health and safety compliance and risk conditions in higher education buildings: A mixed-methods case study of a public university in the Free State, South Africa
Mojabeng Vinolia Mokgobo, France Raphela, and Rotondwa Nemakhavhani
pp. 491–495
Mental Health in Construction Management: The Impact of Workplace and Organisational Culture
Lesiba George Mollo and Boipelo Senoge
pp. 496–501
Improving Construction Education Pedagogy in South Africa
Chikezirim Okorafor and Cyril Chinonso Ejidike
pp. 502–508