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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2019.p7tcrhd2

UTILIZATION OF QUANTITATIVE TECHNIQUES IN DECISION MAKING AMONG CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS IN AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA

Anthony Okwogume Ujene*

Purpose: Quantitative techniques are relevant in practically every aspect of production to assist in decision making for optimal use of resources. This study aimed at providing reasonable insight into the existing level of application of different decision techniques, as well as the prioritization the factors militating against their adoption with a view to enhancing construction projects delivery...

Mar, 2019 pp. 83-97 10 views 3 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2018.m0ko87ot

CONCEPTUALISATION OF BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING (BIM) TECHNIQUE IN REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT

Paul Chuks Anih*, Ikenna Reginald Ajiero

 Purpose: In consideration of the modernity in the trend of real estate development projects, this paper purposed to introduce Building Information Modeling (BIM) approach to the professionalism of estate surveying and valuation as a tool to bridge the gap in attaining international best practices in real estate development.  Design/methodology/approach: The study adopted a qualitative approach to...

Sep, 2018 pp. 84-95 14 views 1 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2022.fu5savhx

GOVERNMENT UTILITY INVESTMENT AND CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY CONTRIBUTION TO GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT (GDP) IN NIGERIA

Chukwuemeka Monye*, Timothy O. Adewuyi

Purpose: This study investigated the impact of the Nigerian government’s capital expenditure in utility development over two consecutive decades, on the construction industry’s contribution to Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Design/methodology/approach: The levels of the Nigerian government’s expenditure on the development of utilities between 1999 and 2019 and the contribution of the Nigerian const...

Mar, 2022 pp. 85-102 13 views 1 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2020.bvat0dft

CITY CENTRE REDEVELOPMENT: SOCIO ECONOMIC IMPLICATIONS IN IKOT EKPENE URBAN, AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA

Victor E. Umoren*, Victoria Essien

Purpose: Redevelopment and relocation procedures in Nigerian cities frequently benefits the government and also helps in the proper control of positive development of a city. This study assesses the city centre redevelopment and its socio-economic implications in Ikot Ekpene urban. The study was restricted to the Central Business District of Ikot Ekpene urban.Design/methodology/approach: To achiev...

Mar, 2020 pp. 86-94 10 views 7 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2025.u28g6h1b

IMPLEMENTATION OF ORGANISATIONAL CULTURAL PRACTICES AMONGST MULTINATIONAL CONSTRUCTION FIRMS IN SOUTH-EASTERN NIGERIA

Anthony Chukwunedum Anumudu*, Monday Otali, Anthony Okwogume Ujene

Purpose: Culture is a set of learned mores, values, beliefs, attitudes, and a vital Critical Success Factor (CSF) that impacts project success or failure. The major challenges facing Multinational Construction Firms (MCF’s) working across borders are being able to develop cultural practices that balance global competitiveness and multinational flexibility. Hence MCF’s must develop cultural sensiti...

Sep, 2025 pp. 87-104 14 views 2 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2023.h48jjhzo

INFLUENCE OF INFLATION ON COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE RETURNS IN NIGERIA

Nwosu A.E*, Thomas O. J, Gbadebo O. A

Purpose: This research paper examines the influence of inflation hedging status on commercial property holding returns of property market in Akure, Ondo state. The study analyses the holding period returns generated from commercial property in the selected areas in Akure.  Design/methodology/approach: The selected study area comprises of commercial property type developments in Oba Adesida, Ijoka,...

Mar, 2023 pp. 88-103 12 views 2 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2021.aws2xd1z

STRENGTH PERFORMANCE OF CONCRETE MADE WITH AGGREGATES MINED FROM IBIONO IBOM, AKWA IBOM STATE

Ifiok Edem Ekop*, Daniel Victor Ufia, Unwono Uduak Etim, Idorenyin Nathaniel Edet

Purpose: This paper assesses the suitability of aggregate obtained from Use Ikot Amama and AfahaItiat both in Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State for concrete production. The paper also compared the evaluated engineering properties of these gravels with conventional granite from Akamkpa in Cross River State. Purpose: This paper assesses the suitability of aggregate obtained from U...

Mar, 2021 pp. 88-95 13 views 1 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2023.sp2qoaww

DYNAMICS OF PROPERTY INVESTMENT VALUATION THEORY AND PRACTICE: RELEVANCE AND POSITION IN NIGERIA

Yusuf L. Gambo*, Esther M. Adamu

Purpose: The theory and practice of valuation is basically patterned after the UK practice and is evolving in Nigeria. The paper aims at examining the shift in property investment valuation theory and practice with a view to identifying the quality of valuation practice in the country.  Design/methodology/approach: Data were obtained through structured questionnaire administered to Estate Surveyin...

Sep, 2023 pp. 89-100 6 views
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.jk5u9nok

PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION OF TERNARY BLENDED COMPOSITE WALL PANEL REINFORCED WITH COCONUT HUSK FIBER

Akaninyene A. Umoh*, Ubong M. Jonah

Purpose: The blending of naturally/locally sourced materials in the production of Building components such as concrete, bricks and mortar has been found to have a lot of advantages over the conventional construction materials. The aim of this study is to produce hybrid wall composite of cement, gypsum, and bamboo leaf ash and coconut husk fiber as natural reinforcement that will serve as an altern...

Feb, 2017 pp. 89-98 13 views 1 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2019.vpf4zft8

TIMELY DELIVERY OF PROJECTS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIAN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY: A CASE STUDY OF ONDO STATE

Samuel Olusola Olatunji*, Victor Adetunji Arowoiya, Ola Oke Oluwayomi Omolewa

Purpose: The relationship between timely delivery of construction projects success and economic development in Nigerian construction industry involves managing the resources— workers, machines, money, materials and methods used. Some projects are effectively and efficiently managed while others are mismanaged, incurring much delay and cost overruns and negatively affecting the economy. This paper ...

Sep, 2019 pp. 92-100 9 views 1 downloads