Articles | Journal of Contemporary Research in the Built Environment

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.mra1vwgx

A COMPARATIVE EVALUATION OF LABOUR PRODUCTIVITY OF FLOOR SCREED ACTIVITY IN SOUTH-SOUTH ZONE OF NIGERIA

Isaac Abiodun Odesola^*, Dubem Isaac Ikediashi

Purpose: Improving labour productivity for sustainable practice in a recessed economy cannot be overemphasised. This study aimed at determining productivity of building craftsmen in floor screed activity with a view to promoting accurate estimation of manpower requirements for projects executed in South-South Geo-Political Zone of Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach: A descriptive survey research...

Mar, 2017 pp. 149-162 9 views 1 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2019.mb53qnnn

MODELS FOR PREDICTING THE IMPACT OF RISK FACTORS ON CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS’ CASH-OUT FORECASTS IN NIGERIA

M. Abdulrazaq^*

Purpose: Researches have shown that construction contractors face challenges when attempting to manage their present and future financial requirements via cash flow (CF) forecasting and/or the use of cash flow forecasting (CFF) models. Consideration for risk factors impacting on CF forecasts/CFF models has also been identified as a key issue affecting contractors’ application of CFF models. This s...

Sep, 2019 pp. 153-166 10 views 1 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.6r21cmm4

COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH PERFORMANCE OF CEMENT STABILISED EARTH MADE BRICKS FOR LOW COST HOUSING

ThankGod Ehiabhi Omongbale^*, Ifiok Edem Ekop

Purpose: The quest for the government to provide more affordable housing for the masses has necessitated more researchers to continue to investigate alternative means of low cost Building materials. Earth made bricks have been recognized as one of the oldest building material. It is not enough to provide these low cost houses but more efforts should be geared towards durability and other mechanic...

Sep, 2017 pp. 153-161 11 views 2 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2019.clppd7il

CORRUPT PRACTICES IN DELIVERY OF PUBLIC PROJECTS IN AKWA IBOM STATE

Femi Olabode Olasunkanmi^*, Anthony Okwogume Ujene

Purpose: One major hindrance to national development in the developing countries is the cancer of corruption that has eaten deep into the fabrics of the entire society. Therefore, the aim of the study is to evaluate the nature of the prevailing corrupt practices and its effects on public projects delivery. Design/methodology/approach: Descriptive and survey research method was used to evaluate the...

Sep, 2019 pp. 167-183 13 views 2 downloads