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Assessing the implementation of environmental management plans (EMPs) in construction projects is crucial for meeting environmental sustainability goals and reducing potential adverse impacts. By using performance indicators (PIs), stakeholders can objectively measure the performance of EMP implementation, identifying areas of success and areas tha...
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... illustrated in Table 4, 14 PIs are successfully loaded into three underlying constructs, each possessing factor loadings greater than 0.50. These three constructs collectively account for 60.414% of the total variance. ...Citations
... To ensure the environmental safety of chemical solutions, particularly with respect to groundwater protection [141,142], guidelines require the installation of multiple monitoring wells within 10 m of each injection site [143]. These wells provide continuous water quality monitoring throughout the construction process, allowing early detection and mitigation of potential contamination [144]. ...
... Designers use PIs to assess EMP performance and identify areas for improvement. Critical PIs include construction waste, chemical spills, soil erosion, and water quality changes [54,78]. Integrated QHSE Management System X.4.3 ...
... The planning and implementation of environmental activities are crucial steps. The process involves identifying environmental issues, assessing environmental resources, and developing strategies for mitigating or eradicating negative effects [76]. It is imperative for organizations to engage in environmental planning to ensure they are making informed decisions, allocating resources efficiently, and manufacturing maximum impact for their efforts in the environment [77,78]. ...
It is the goal of this article to define and implement the strategic policies to avoid negative environmental impact by planning, implementing, monitoring, and controlling activities based on the environmental management. The forthcoming work does not involve experimental and characterization studies, and it does not even involve laboratory experiments. Environmental risks have been mitigated by a number of laws and regulations, including those that recognize, evaluate, and enforce environmental hazards. A sustainable policy is an innovative way of establishing policies and plans which are sustainable for the environment. This study provided metrics and indicators for measuring the environmental performance. As a result, the key priorities will be protecting the environment, growing the economy, and utilizing resources in the most effective manner without compromising the needs of the future. To ensure sustainable development, the environment and society will be managed to achieve their well-being because of implementing strategies. This report explores some of the practices and principles of sustainability that businesses, organizations, and individuals can employ to improve their sustainability.
... Boussabaine (2013) advocated that fuzzy set theory is well-suited for analyzing data that is affected by inherent fuzziness. Furthermore, prior research employed FSE in conjunction with descriptive statistics, such as mean value, to rank the constructs and determine their overall assessment (Farouk et al., 2023;Omer et al., 2024;Radzi et al., 2024). In this regard, the FSE is used to assess the index level for each construct of the competencies (i.e., KSA). ...
Purpose
Construction activities generate overwhelming waste that is typically disposed of in landfills, which has significant environmental consequences and hinders national progress. However, with the appropriate competencies, there is an opportunity to identify construction activities that produce recyclable materials, offering a path to a sustainable future. This study aims to assess the competencies for identifying construction activities that produce recyclable materials. To attain that aim, the study seeks to identify the key competencies and assess the index level of the competencies.
Design/methodology/approach
A systematic literature review was conducted, and 20 competencies were identified and categorized into knowledge, skills, and abilities. A questionnaire survey was developed based on the competencies and completed by 101 individuals. The collected data were analyzed using normalized mean analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, and fuzzy synthetic evaluation (FSE).
Findings
The results revealed that the key competencies are problem-solving skills, communication skills, skills in providing vocational training, and knowledge of the environmental impacts of construction activities. The FSE ranks the constructs in order of skills, knowledge, and abilities. Also, the FSE illustrated that the overall index level is inclined to be important.
Practical implications
This study leads to saving natural resources, using raw materials efficiently, protecting from environmental pollution, and mitigating resource depletion by providing the index level of the competencies.
Originality/value
The findings can guide professionals in effective waste management, policymakers in creating new policies and regulations, and researchers in compiling a list of competencies for identifying construction activities that produce recyclable materials.
... A third challenge that companies may experience when implementing their CSR initiatives is resistance to change from various stakeholders, including employees, shareholders, and suppliers [23,42,83]. The CSR initiatives may force companies to change their culture and ways of doing business [84]. ...
... This includes leveraging modern technology to monitor water use and improve demand-supply management. Some corporations have also created recycling facilities to minimize water waste from areas such as car wash facilities and industrial production [83]. Coca-Cola is one of the corporations that has established water recycling facilities to provide sufficient water for cooling its machines and reducing waste. ...
... Another significant water conservation strategy is creating alternative sources to minimize pressure on natural resources. Many places do not have a sustainable supply of freshwater because a lot of it goes to waste and there are very limited efforts to replenish the natural sources [3,83]. An example of an alternative water supply is wastewater recycling and reuse. ...
Although access to clean and safe water is a fundamental human right, millions of people around the world lack this essential resource. Through their CSR initiatives, companies are promoting responsible and sustainable practices to ensure the appropriate use and management of water resources. Using a systematic review and PRISMA framework, this study examined the impact of CSR initiatives on sustainable water supply. A total of 108 articles were identified, and 33 were subjected to further reviews and analysis. This study found that CSR initiatives contribute to sustainable water supply through water conservation, water stewardship, responsible supply chains, and various educational and training initiatives. This study found that CSR initiatives have been effective in transforming behaviors and converting millions of people around the world into water activists. Corporations are also leveraging new technologies to enhance efficiency in their operations and minimize excessive water waste. This study also found that corporations must build responsible business practices through ethical, economic, and environmental responsibility. Although CSR initiatives can be too costly for many organizations, businesses can reduce costs through strategic partnerships and leveraging technological innovations to promote water conservation and hygiene.
... The study identified three themes and eight subthemes related to EMP performance indicators in road and highway construction projects. The fourth paper [32] focused on examining PIs for assessing EMP implementation in water supply construction projects. The data collection methods included a systematic review, interviews, and a questionnaire survey, while the data analysis techniques involved mean ranking analysis, the normalization method, principal component analysis (PCA), and FSE. ...
... It is worth noting that although the variables used in the study by Radzi et al. (2024) [32] and those in this study are similar, the analyses conducted are distinct. Despite both studies utilizing the same survey instrument, it is important to note that the analyses were conducted for different research objectives, resulting in variations in the findings and interpretations. ...
... It is worth noting that although the variables used in the study by Radzi et al. [32] and those in this study are similar, the analyses conducted are distinct. Despit studies utilizing the same survey instrument, it is important to note that the analyse conducted for different research objectives, resulting in variations in the findings a terpretations. ...
This research aims to examine the performance indicators that are crucial for assessing the implementation of environmental management plans (EMPs) in water projects. To achieve this aim, a questionnaire survey, integrating a systematic literature review (SLR), was used to identify the initial performance indicators. Subsequently, ten interviews with environmental professionals were carried out to uncover additional indicators not identified by the SLR. Following the survey design and pilot study of the survey, the data collection resulted in 112 valid responses from environmental professionals engaged in water projects in Saudi Arabia. The data analysis encompassed reliability tests, mean ranking, normalized mean analysis, exploratory factor analysis (EFA), and partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). The normalized mean analysis highlighted 13 critical parameters among 39 for further investigation. The EFA disclosed three underlying constructs: environmental impact indicators, operational and safety indicators, waste management, and public safety indicators. PLS-SEM was used to validate the relationship between these indicators and the successful implementation of EMPs. The results indicate that all three underlying constructs positively influence the effective execution of such plans. This is the first study to model the relationships of the performance indicators in water projects. The study’s findings underscore the importance of developing precise performance indicators tailored to diverse construction projects that are mainly focused on water facility construction. The identified performance indicators offer significant insights for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers and provide a solid foundation for the advancement of knowledge in the field of environmental management.
... Thematic analysis is used in data analysis, where raw data from interview questions are converted into themes [13][14][15][16]. It is typically used to describe a group of texts, such as interview transcripts [13][14][15]. ...
... "e-submission is tool facilitating the process of development but often occur technical problem" (Town council 16) The issues about e-submission, when the Town Council is mandated to change, are primarily about technical problems and fewer authority skills, as shown in Figure 3. Technical problems often occur when it comes to the server. Most parties from the town council provide information that often happens, such as no internet or line slow when making any review of documents submitted by the applicant and when opening the town council website portal. ...
Post-COVID-19 has strongly impacted the construction industry worldwide; many parties took alternatives to facilitate the relatively overdue work arrangements. The Malaysian construction industry has been directly affected and has had to increase the adoption of One-Stop Centre (OSC) electronic submissions. According to the Malaysian online system submission policies, it is necessary to obtain construction approval from the OSC through the implementation by town councils. Not understanding the process and documents involved in this procedure might result in ineffective submissions. Hence, the study objectives are to identify: 1) The current submission process and documents for construction approval to town councils, and 2) Issues related to the e-submission process. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with individuals from twenty town (20) city councils in Malaysia to achieve those objectives. The results indicate that the general process includes submitting the required documents through the OSC, validation of submittals, and meeting approvals. The required documents include planning permissions, drawings, engineering plans, environmental management plans, landowner documents, and approvals by other government agencies. Finally, the issues with the e-submission include technical problems and the lack of experience of all involved stakeholders. These findings can be used by policymakers to improve the submission system and industry practitioners in acquiring construction approvals.
... The normalized value (NV) was also used to identify critical variables across different faculties and years. In this analysis, NVs greater than 0.50 indicate critical variables [43]. Numerous scholars employ this technique to identify critical variables within the construction management area [44,45]. ...
Construction safety education is crucial as it ensures worker well-being, improves construction quality, and contributes to sustainable infrastructure development and safeguarding lives. This study aims to examine students’ perceptions of construction safety education. A structured questionnaire survey aligned with the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) safety topics was used to collect data from students on their understanding of construction safety topics (CSTs). Data were gathered from 161 students and analyzed using Cronbach’s alpha, mean calculations, standard deviation measurements, normalization value, Kruskal–Wallis tests, and correlation analysis. The findings reveal a strong awareness and interest in fire safety, with variations across engineering faculties, academic years, and specific topics, suggesting the need for tailored educational strategies to improve construction safety knowledge and align education with industry needs. This study represents the first investigation into students’ comprehension of CSTs in Saudi Arabia. The study insights can guide decisionmakers in refining existing curriculums, ensuring students develop a strong understanding of safety protocols in construction projects. By aligning education with industry requirements, policymakers can enhance the preparedness of graduates, promoting safer practices in engineering. This contributes to the overall economic and safety progress of nations.
... del-Rey-Chamorro et al., 2003;Dhillon et al., 2013;Emon et al., 2024 ) . Dhillon et al., 2013;Franceschini et al., 2007;Gunduz et al., 2024;Hristov & Chirico, 2019;Parmenter, 2015;Wu, 2012 Alsaid & Ambilichu, 2024;Bayanati, 2024;del-Rey-Chamorro et al., 2003;Dhillon et al., 2013;Emon et al., 2024;Franceschini et al., 2007;Gunduz et al., 2024;Hristov & Chirico, 2019;McCullough & Trail, 2023;Parmenter, 2015;Radzi et al., 2024;Wu, 2012 ...
... Alblooki & Arshad, 2024;Alsaid & Ambilichu, 2024;Radzi et al., 2024;Susanto et al., 2023 ...
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) reflect the capability of any management to predict changes in the work environment. Effective management must be able to identify environmental changes and view them as opportunities for growth and development in the rapidly changing contemporary world. Despite the significant role and importance of KPIs in management, extensive research and studies in this area have been lacking. Therefore, the primary focus of this research is to examine the relationship between various managerial variables and KPIs. The researcher aims to explore the relationship between certain managerial variables—such as emotional intelligence, managerial intelligence, and intellectual capital management—as predictors of managerial KPIs. This descriptive correlational study involves a statistical population comprising all experts and managers, totaling 210 individuals. Using a stratified random sampling method proportional to the population size, 136 individuals were selected. Questionnaires on managerial KPIs, emotional intelligence, managerial intelligence, and intellectual capital management were distributed to investigate 18 hypotheses derived from these variables and their relationship with managerial KPIs. Data were collected and analyzed using Pearson, Spearman, and multiple regression statistical methods. The findings indicated significant relationships between the dimensions of these variables and managerial KPIs. Furthermore, it was observed that self-management (with a beta value of 0.326), knowledge application (with a beta value of 0.282), unity and agreement (with a beta value of 0.268), and relational capital (with a beta value of 0.229) have a more positive impact on predicting the KPI variable compared to other variables.
Rework in Building Information Modelling (BIM)-based construction projects have considerable implications for project timelines, costs, and efficiency. Despite the acknowledged potential of BIM, rework remains a significant and persistent issue, necessitating urgent attention. This study aims to model the relationship between BIM's key effect on rework and its critical strategies to mitigate and prevent such setbacks. The objectives include: (1) identifying key effects of BIM on rework within construction projects; (2) determining critical strategies for rework reduction in BIM-based projects; and (3) model relationship between key effect of BIM on rework in construction projects and its critical strategies. To achieve these objectives, the research methodology combines a comprehensive literature review with surveys conducted among BIM experts. The data analysis techniques encompass mean score ranking, normalization tests, and correlation analysis. Nine critical variables for rework in BIM-based construction projects are identified, with the top three being construction errors due to design misunderstandings, poor quality management by contractors, and poor coordination among design teams. Respondents highlight four critical strategies to reduce rework, including establishing a good communication network between parties, proper production planning, and implementing a quality management system. The insights gained from this study are intended to offer actionable strategies and best practices for reducing rework, ultimately enhancing project performance and profitability. Furthermore, the findings will explore the implications and limitations of the research, providing recommendations for future industry practices and policymakers aiding them in developing regulations that encourage the adoption of BIM practices to minimize rework in construction projects.
