Volume 1 (2017)

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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

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.vl5ly91a

ACTION RESEARCH AS A PROACTIVE APPROACH FOR WASTE REDUCTION IN STRUCTURAL DESIGN PHASE OF CONSTRUCTION PROCESS

A. Aka^*, Fidelis A. Emuze, E.T. Kaase, M. Marafa

 Purpose: Research in construction engineering and management requires practical research approaches. However, the literature indicates that limited attention is focused on this issue and the methods used by most researchers are mainly quantitative surveys or case studies. In order to bridge this gap, this paper investigates how a proactive research approach such as action research (AR) can be eff...

Sep, 2017 pp. 138-152

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.hegb4ktb

INFLUENCE OF PROPERTY CHARACTERISTICS ON EVENT CENTRES’ RETURNS IN AKURE, NIGERIA

Nnaemeka B. Ezeokoli^*

Purpose: The importance of event centres to the functionality of a city has given birth to the study of the physical and functional qualities of event spaces, and their suitability for the proposed functions that are supposed to take place in them. This study thus aims at examining the effect of property characteristics on the returns from event centres in Akure, Ondo State.  Design/methodology/ap...

Sep, 2017 pp. 124-137

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.fnc3z6vt

TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURAL EDUCATION IN NIGERIA: CHALLENGES AND POTENTIALS - A REVIEW

Evelyn Lami A. Allu^*, Fidelis A. Emuze

Purpose: This study is a follow up from earlier research, which acknowledged the lack of sustainable curricula in some Nigerian universities and particularly for architectural education. The paradigm shift to sustainable built environment requires a prescriptive transformation of the architectural education in Nigeria. Architecture is a multifaceted discipline and so is the sustainability agenda. ...

Sep, 2017 pp. 115-123

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.nj1vp04o

INHIBITORS TO SECURE ACCESS TO PROPERTY RIGHTS REGISTRATION IN AKURE, NIGERIA

Babajide O. Onabanj^*, Michael Ayodele Olukolajo

Purpose: The objective was to elucidate the factors that inhibit formalization of land right registration with the view to form a panacea for improve and healthy land market development in the study area. There are still constraints with access to secure property rights registration in many states of Nigeria in contrast with the experience in developed economies.  Design/methodology/approach: The ...

Sep, 2017 pp. 81-94

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.2t5zk3dr

EVALUATION OF FACTORS INFLUENCING PLANNING EFFORTS IN BUILDING PROJECTS IN UYO, NIGERIA

Oluseun O. Olubajo^*, Shien Stephen Kuma

Purpose: This study investigates the factors influencing planning efforts in building projects in Uyo, Nigeria. The focus is specific on those factors that significantly affect the pre-contract planning stages of building projects.  Design/methodology/approach: A survey approach was adopted in the collection of data among key professional consultants involved in building project planning and execu...

Sep, 2017 pp. 95-105

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.3uhpeq0f

ASSESSMENT OF EFFECTS OF ROAD CONNECTIVITY PATTERN ON THE PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT IN AKWA IBOM STATE

Victor E. Umoren^*, Usen Inyangmme

Purpose: Assessing the general circulation system in Akwa Ibom State cannot be overemphasized. This study aimed at assessing the effect of road connectivity pattern on the physical development in the study area.  Design/methodology/approach: To achieve this, two sets of data on road connectivity and physical development were collected. These involves data on the length of roads in each local gover...

Sep, 2017 pp. 106-114

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.c3y496bk

SITE MANAGEMENT-RELATED CAUSES OF REWORK AND THE PERFORMANCE OF OIL AND GAS PROJECTS IN NIGERIA

Jimmy Uso Wilson^*, Isaac Abiodun Odesol

Purpose: One of the factors that often contribute significantly to cost and schedule overruns is rework. This study aimed at determining the influence of site management-related causes of rework on the performance of oil and gas construction projects.  Design/methodology/approach: A survey research design approach was adopted using stratified random sampling of 555 contractors and 395 consultants ...

Sep, 2017 pp. 15-34

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.kbsi8ci7

LAND USE CHANGE EFFECTS ON ABA URBAN SPATIAL EXPANSION PATTERN

Ikurekong E. Edet^*, Lawson A. Ananaba, Henry C. Umunakwe

 Purpose: Land uses and Land cover, over time, have undergone changes due to various urban developmental activities, occasioned by socio-economic growth of an area. This paper attempted to examine land use and land cover change effects in Aba Urban.  Design/methodology/approach: To accomplish this Aba urban land use and land cover spatial change variables were obtained from satellite imageries of ...

Sep, 2017 pp. 67-80

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.p3udlcii

EFFECTS OF COMMUNICATION AMONG PROFESSIONALS ON BUILDING PROJECTS DELIVERY IN NIGERIA

O.F. Akinradewo^*, L.D. Ojo, O.N. Oyefusi

 Purpose: Effective communication is an essential ingredient that can help in achieving the set goal of a construction project. Therefore, the study aimed at assessing the effects of communication among the professionals on building project delivery with a view to developing models for determining the effects of communication on completion time, cost, client satisfaction and project management.  D...

Sep, 2017 pp. 50-66

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.uu7j82c0

EFFECTIVENESS OF FINANCE ALLOCATION STRATEGIES: A COMPARATIVE EVALUATION OF PUBLIC AND PRIVATE BUILDING PROJECTS IN AKWA IBOM STATE

Ikenna Reginald Ajiero^*, Anthony Okwogume Ujene

Purpose: Given the indispensability of finance to any construction process, this research aimed at carefully evaluating the effectiveness of various finance allocation strategies in public and private building projects in Akwa Ibom State. The set objectives of this study include to discretely assess the effectiveness of major financing allocation strategies in public and private building projects,...

Sep, 2017 pp. 35-49

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.dbqqxe0j

SUPERVISORY FUNCTIONS OF CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS AND THEIR INFLUENCING FACTORS: PROJECT MANAGERS’ PERSPECTIVE IN UYO, NIGERIA

Anthony Okwogume Ujene^*, Joseph Akpanamasi

Purpose: The study provided insight into the required supervisory competencies of selected professionals and factors influencing quality of supervision, with a view to enhancing productivity and construction projects delivery in Uyo, Nigeria.  Design/methodology/approach: Evaluations were carried out on the extent of application of professional supervisory functions, and factors affecting the qual...

Sep, 2017 pp. 1-14

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.4zvu8jsu

AN ANALYSIS OF NIMBY SOLUTION AND TENANTS’ PROPERTY RIGHT TO A HOME WITH A GRAVE IN THE PRIVATE RENTED SECTOR

Solomon Pelumi Akinbogun^*

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to determine the practicality of applying not in my backyard concept to prevent location of grave within home in the private rented sector. Method: This research applies both quantitative and qualitative research approach. It starts by analysing the voice, exit and loyalty option available to renters in a private residence with a grave. It applies logistic mod...

Mar, 2017 pp. 116-135

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.053s2fqd

PREDICTION OF MATERIAL WASTE GENERATION AT CONSTRUCTION STAGE OF LOW RISE BUILDINGS

Timothy O. Adewuyi^*, Godwin Idoro

Purpose: This research is steered towards developing models for predicting the quantity of material waste generated during construction stage of building projects employing in-situ construction method and the comparison of predicted quantity with the actual waste generated on site. Design/methodology/approach: The data used for the development of the models were sourced from thirty on-going projec...

Mar, 2017 pp. 99-115

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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

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.kkc88q7t

CORPORATE STRATEGIES AND PERFORMANCE OF CONSTRUCTION FIRMS IN A RECESSED ECONOMY IN NIGER DELTA, NIGERIA

Timothy O. Adewuyi^*, Monday Otali

Purpose: The study aimed at investigating the corporate strategies of construction firms in Niger Delta, Nigeria and its contribution to the performance of construction firms with a view to promoting the implementation of these strategies in a recessed economy. Design/methodology/approach: The data for this research were sourced from construction firms in Niger Delta, Nigeria through interviews an...

Mar, 2017 pp. 136-148

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.m6m16m54

CHARACTERISTICS OF SITE SUPERVISION TASK OF PROFESSIONALS IN NIGERIAN CONSTRUCTION FIRMS

Irewolede Ijaola^*, Henry Onukwube, Godwin Idoro

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to examine the prevalence of task characteristics in construction professionals’ task in Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach: Based on Hackman and Oldham job characteristics theory, the task characteristics profile of construction professionals employed as site supervisors in construction firms were determined. A descriptive survey design was adopted for the ...

Mar, 2017 pp. 75-88

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.n3g09fa7

USAGE OF BUILDING INFORMATION MODELLING FOR SUSTAINABLE BUILDING PROJECTS IN AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA

Michael Gbolagade Oladokun^*, Dubem Isaac Ikediashi

Purpose: The study evaluated the application of Building Information Modelling for building projects in Akwa Ibom State of Nigeria with a view to achieving sustainable building projects through effective collaboration among building professionals. Design/methodology/approach: The study utilised the survey research design in order to obtain the perception of construction professionals on the awaren...

Mar, 2017 pp. 55-74

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.lddp31nx

OIL PIPELINE VANDALISM AND RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY RENTAL VALUE: EMPIRICAL EVIDENCE FROM NIGERIA

Victor Olutope Ige^*, Adedamola Fisayo Audu

Purpose: The incidence of oil pipeline vandalism in Nigeria is on the increase and often a threat to the host communities. Environmental degradation, hazard to human livelihoods and health amongst others are consequential effects of oil pipeline vandalism which oftentimes generate stigma to the surrounding properties and dis-amenity to property values. The purpose of this study is to examine the e...

Mar, 2017 pp. 47-54

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.puffjmsi

IMPACT OF PAYMENT PROBLEMS ON THE PERFORMANCE OF MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM SIZE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS

Christian Fidelis Asuquo^*, Ekanem Felix Effiong

Purpose: Prompt payment has serious implication for the success of construction contracts, and this is particularly so where smaller construction contractors are involved since they rely heavily on cash flow to sustain their business operations. Despite the existence of contractual provisions and legislations, payment problems are still endemic in the construction industry. The study was therefore...

Mar, 2017 pp. 35-46

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.jyupu0p0

INFLUENCE OF DEVELOPMENT CONTROL INSTRUMENTS ON BUILDING DEVELOPMENT IN UYO METROPOLIS

Anthony Okwogume Ujene^*, Jacob Atser

Purpose: Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) and Site Plan Analysis Report (SPAR) are two legal instruments of development control to enhance sustainable development in the construction industry. The aim of this paper is to x-ray the extent to which the use of EIAR and SPAR instruments has enhanced sustainable development in the construction industry in Uyo metropolis. Design/methodology...

Mar, 2017 pp. 20-34

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.065ayka8

RELATIVE PERFORMANCE OF LOAN RECOVERY IN REAL ESTATE AND NON-REAL ESTATE SECTORS IN LAGOS METROPOLIS

Amos Olaolu Adewusi^*, Ganiyu Moyosolu Akinsanya

Purpose: The paper investigates the recovery of loan granted for economic activities in some selected sectors of Nigerian economy. This was as a result of the growing trend of unrecovered loans with its debilitating effect on the overall economy which has become a worrisome challenge for sustainable economic development. Design/methodology/approach: The targeted population for the study comprises ...

Mar, 2017 pp. 11-19

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Research Article DOI: 10.68128/jocrebe.2017.p4uxgs70

MODELLING THE RESPONSE OF ISOLATED SLAB SPECIMENS USING EXPLICIT QUASI-STATIC FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS

Nsikak William Ulaeto^*, Isaac Abiodun Odesol

Purpose: This paper assesses the analytic modelling of response of reinforced concrete isolated slab specimens using an explicit quasi-static nonlinear solution rather than the conventional implicit static nonlinear solution. The advantage of the former being its applicability to dynamic problems such as those associated with abnormal loadings on structures. Design/methodology/approach: Two isolat...

Mar, 2017 pp. 1-10

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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