Kanchana K.S. Perera

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University of Moratuwa | UoM · Department of Building Economics

The shifting industrial landscape of Industry 5.0 demands adaptability to technological advancements, emphasising human-machine interaction. The enabling technologies facilitate the transition from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0, ensuring technological advancements align with human well-being and sustainability. However, limited literature exists on...

Purpose The purpose of the paper is to propose a novel Green-BIM team (GBT) through a framework that would be essential in mitigating barriers to Green-BIM integration. Design/methodology/approach An interpretive stance is adopted for this study. Through a qualitative survey, 25 experts with proficiency in green building construction and building...

Cyber-Physical System (CPS) focuses on complex interdependencies and integration between cyberspace and the physical world. CPS holds significant potential in aiding construction professionals, encompassing Quantity Surveyors (QSs). Therefore, facilitating QS’s role through CPS is pivotal to meeting the competitive advantage in construction. Thus,...

The economic crisis characterized by inflation and currency depreciation has severely impacted the construction industry, leading to project delays and suspensions due to funding shortages. Consequently, disputes within the construction sector have increased during this crisis, necessitating effective avoidance strategies to mitigate such issues in...

Purpose Successful adoption of building information modelling (BIM) by early adopters is crucial for its effective diffusion. The purpose of this study is to develop a framework of understanding that supports contextualized understanding of BIM adoption decisions in a BIM infant industry. The framework bridges the gap in current knowledge in terms...

Purpose Construction cost management is one of the important processes that should be achieved effectively and accurately for successful project delivery. Modern-day construction cost management demands a high level of spatial skills. Augmented reality (AR) can potentially increase the stakeholders’ spatial skills as a supportive technology to trad...

Claims management (CM) in the construction industry is a crucial practice that relies on the effective utilization of professionals' knowledge, experience, and personal constructs (PC). However, CM has become a formidable task for contractors due to presence of knowledge deficits of professionals in the industry. However, a dearth of literature and...

Claims Management (CM) in the construction industry is a crucial practice that relies on the effective utilization of professionals' knowledge, experience, and Personal Constructs (PC). However, CM has become a formidable task for contractors due to presence of knowledge deficits of professionals in the industry. However, a dearth of literature and...

Purpose Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems that are equipped with numerous features and functionalities help to improve the profitability of construction corporations around the world through enhancing the efficiency of the functions related to cost management. Thus, the purpose of this study was to investigate the applicability of ERP syst...

The involvement of foreign contractors (FC) in developing countries is a growing trend, but it often leads to disputes and collaboration problems that hinder the intended benefits for the host country. This study focuses on solutions from the perspective of local contractors working with FC. Using a quantitative approach with three Delphi rounds, t...

The increasing intensity of global population growth has heightened the demand for buildings in tropical zones. Consequently, meeting this burgeoning demand poses a significant challenge to the construction sector, compounded by resource scarcity. As a result, there is mounting pressure on construction building designs to transition towards more s...

The design-build (DB) procurement method, commonly used in construction, often faces disputes over claims related to differing site conditions (DSC), which are unforeseen and unpredictable risks encountered during the construction process. Thus, this research aims to manage the contractual disputes related to the contractor's liability under DSC in...

Land Acquisition (LA) is a process of acquiring lands before constructing infrastructure projects for public purposes. Infrastructure projects often experience delays attributed to prolonged land acquisition processes. Compulsory LA becomes necessary, requiring compensation for the affected parties to mitigate these delays. Hence, various laws and...

Construction professionals are particularly vulnerable to stress due to the demanding and high-risk nature of their work. However, they often remain unaware of their elevated stress levels, which can lead to negative consequences for both their personal well-being and overall job performance. Despite the significance, there has been limited researc...

The growing need for urbanisation has resulted in the intense development of the construction industry, which has negatively impacted the conservation of the environment. In this regard, to preserve the ecosystems, the concept of sustainable development was introduced, however, the effectiveness of the existing sustainability practices in the const...

Lean construction has emerged as a transformative force, seeking to enhance efficiency, minimise waste, and streamline project delivery processes. Despite global recognition and adoption, lean construction maturation exhibits variances across diverse contexts. In Sri Lanka, lean construction remains at an early stage of development. Given the natio...

High-rise (HR) development projects face significant risks and time constraints. The majority of owners seek the projects to be completed early. Early identification of the factors affecting CTP (Construction Time Performance) would allow to reduce or eliminate time overruns. The contractor plays a significant role in CTP. CQSs (Contractor Quantity...

Purpose The construction industry is shifting towards becoming more circular by reducing waste, reusing building materials and embracing regenerative solutions for energy generation and biodiversity conservation. Thus, construction professionals must perform diversified services to achieve a circular built environment (CBE). Implementing resource p...

Purpose Cost overruns are an inevitable issue in design and build (D&B) projects. In D&B projects, causes for cost overruns can be managed by adopting appropriate building information modelling (BIM) functions. Because there is a research gap in synergy between the use of BIM for mitigating cost overruns in D&B projects, this study aims to evaluate...

Global construction of high-rise buildings is on the rise due to the shortage of land. Plumbing work significantly contributes to the overall waste generated in high-rise construction projects. Recognizing lean tools for waste reduction in construction is essential to minimize waste generated through plumbing work. Therefore, this research aimed to...

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the productivity of construction projects in Sri Lanka and other countries. Research initiatives are required to tackle this issue from the perspective of construction, given that this subject is relatively significant and that individuals are still working to come up with strategies to overcome the pand...

The rising attention towards ecologically conscious consumer behavior (ECCB) emphasises the need for implementing green practices to reduce environmental challenges and attract environmentally conscious consumers. Therefore, the adoption of green practices is imperative for the success of the hotel industry. As Sri Lanka's economy is largely suppor...

Purpose In a conventional sense, information technology has frequently been considered a source of Lean waste management. However, as the corporate world evolves, new models that provide a competitive edge by merging technical breakthroughs with the Lean paradigm must be developed. Enterprise resource planning (ERP), which is such technological adv...

Purpose The circular economy concept emerged as the resolution to the destructive linear economy practices. Nevertheless, the transition to a circular built environment is hindered due to the ambiguities of the economic value of the concept. Conversely, numerous decision-making tools are applied in the construction industry in assessing economic al...

Purpose The construction industry is one of the most stressful industries. Thus, quantity surveyors (QSs) who work at sites frequently experience high levels of occupational stress. The gender of a QS also has a significant impact on his/her occupational stress. Hence, this study aims to investigate the management of occupational stress in QSs work...

Purpose Cyber-physical systems (CPS) enable the synergistic integration of virtual models with the physical environment. This integration is gaining recognition for its potential to enhance construction project information management, thereby contributing to improved cost management in construction. Similarly, quantity surveyor (QS) plays a key rol...

Purpose-Administrative processes play a crucial role in various sectors, often contributing to cost overruns and delays. While lean concept has been extensively applied in many industries, there is a recognized need for further research on the integration of lean in administrative processes. To address this research gap, this study aims to systemat...

Purpose Construction progress monitoring (CPM) is considered a difficult and tedious task in construction projects, which focuses on identifying discrepancies between the as-built product and the as-planned design. Computer vision (CV) technology is applied to automate the CPM process. However, the synergy between the CV and CPM in literature and i...

Research on the necessity of subcontractors' incorporation in quality improvement in construction is scarce globally, especially in the Sri Lankan context. Thus, this research aimed to evaluate the applicability of subcontracting as a quality improvement tool for building constructions in Sri Lanka under the traditional procurement path. The qualit...

The growing emphasis on sustainability has highlighted the importance of eco-friendly and cost-effective approaches, particularly in road construction, where the use of renewable, earth-derived materials is encouraged. However, some professionals still believe that using sustainable materials may adversely affect project outcomes in terms of cost a...

Sustainable construction (SC) practices are crucial for minimising environmental impacts and enabling the long-term viability of construction projects. However, sustainability considerations are often lacking during early project stages in developing countries like Sri Lanka. This research aims to mandate sustainability assessment at the critical p...

While several studies have separately investigated the management of the contractor's budget and the impact of the economic crisis in Sri Lanka, the novel contribution of this study lies in its unique exploration of the synergy between these two crucial areas. Therefore, this study aimed to assess how to manage the impacts of the economic crisis on...

The construction industry faces challenges in achieving efficiency, which has led to the adoption of Lean Construction principles. Defining a Lean Maturity Model specific to the construction context is essential for effectively implementing Lean principles. Prevailing evidence presents a significant gap in the existing literature regarding a consol...

Detailed cost estimation is the process of predicting the cost of the project at workface level. However, traditional methods of detailed cost estimation encounter various challenges in achieving precise cost estimation. To address these challenges, modern techniques have emerged in the field of cost estimation. Building Information Modelling (BIM)...

Aggregate base course is one of the most significant and bulky material used in road construction projects. Literature on the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that can be used to control the of aggregate base course waste generation during the construction phase of a road project, especially from the contractor's perspective, is scarce. Thus, the...

Dispute risk is inherent in high-rise building projects because of project complexity and uniqueness. The type of dispute risk management required depends on the procurement method used. No previous study has focused on any specific type of project, such as high-rise building projects, although a need exists to manage dispute risks in procurement s...

Purpose-The purpose of this study is to investigate the usage of digital technologies (DTs) in improving the mental health of workers on construction sites. Design/methodology/approach-A mixed research approach was used in the study, which comprised a questionnaire survey and two phases of semi-structured interviews. Purposive sampling was used to...

Purpose The purpose of this study is to investigate the usage of digital technologies (DTs) in improving the mental health of workers on construction sites. Design/methodology/approach A mixed research approach was used in the study, which comprised a questionnaire survey and two phases of semi-structured interviews. Purposive sampling was used to...

Purpose One prominent force behind sustainable growth is the growth of smart cities. Governments worldwide are beginning to concentrate on the Smart City System (SCS) towards a sustainable future. The construction sector plays a significant role in the development projects for smart cities. Hence, paying attention to research initiatives for smart...

Purpose-Environmental risks (ERs) are critical to any highway construction project (HCP). One of the main contracting parties responsible for ERs is the contractor. Hence, it has been crucial to look into ways to control ERs in HCPs from the contractor's perspective. This study aims to investigate how ERs can be managed in HCP in Sri Lanka. Design/...

: Modular construction (MC) has gained attention due to its potential for fast construction, reduced construction waste, and lower environmental impact while having several other issues on stimulating sustainability. The circular economy (CE) focuses on better resource management through a closed-loop system. Even though MC enhances sustainable pra...

Cost overrun in the design and build (D&B) procurement method is a significant obstacle in achieving the project goals. Therefore, it has become critical consideration over its numerous benefits when selecting this procurement method. However, applying new technologies, such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), can significantly minimise this i...

Purpose: Coastal Land Reclamation (CLR) projects have become an effective solution for population growth while creating new market areas and expanding revenue streams. Although a few studies have been conducted on risk management in CLR projects, they had very little prioritisation on financial and economic risk management. Thus, this study aimed a...

Lean Six Sigma (LSS) is widely accepted as an effective management concept in minimising wastes and variation of the processes. However, few studies can be found to integrate LSS for improving administrative processes in manufacturing and services industries. Out of the practicing LSS tools, identification of the most suitable LSS tools for each st...

The inverse relationship between the development of the construction sector and the preservation of the ecosphere is highly manifested by the excessive waste products resulting from the construction processes that are irrepressible by the existing waste management practices. Research has been conducted on utilising smart technologies such as blockc...

Maturity Models assist organisations to evaluate their existing capabilities. A key component of a maturity model is its attributes which govern the assessing criteria of the model. Several construction maturity models exist in various platforms, however, there seems a noticeable gap in the literature on existing maturity model attributes and a mod...

Construction delays often create cost and quality issues in time intensive urban projects. Even though, many researchers have attempted to find the factors that contribute to these delays, sufficient attention has not been paid to spatial factors and their contribution to the time management of construction workers. Thus, the aim of this study was...

Stress is the health epidemic of the 21st century. Stress results in negative outcomes as well as positive outcomes. Moreover, with the evolution of industries, work-related stress is a phenomenon that constantly increases in severity. Therefore, a professional's stress can negatively impact the quality of their work. Thus, the ‘Occupational Stress...

Infrastructure projects lead to more claims due to their complexity, high cost, and time consumption compared to building projects. Defect claims are considered to be inevitable in infrastructure projects. Thus, this study aims to investigate how to manage defect claims in infrastructure projects in Sri Lanka. The study adopted a mixed research app...

Bridging the existing gap in sustainability education among quantity surveyors in Sri Lanka, the study aimed to analyze how sustainability education could be incorporated into the curricula of quantity surveying degree programs conducted by the higher education institutions in the country. The study used a mixed-methods approach, which included sem...

Management of external stakeholders’ influences in donor-funded irrigation infrastructure projects in Sri Lanka U.D.R.E. Ruwanpura and B.A.K.S. Perera Department of Building Economics, University of Moratuwa, Moratuwa, Sri Lanka Abstract Purpose – Accelerating the influences of external stakeholders in any construction project is inevitable. Studi...

Lean construction (LC) is becoming prevalent, and assessment of the level of LC implementation is vital for organizations to realize their full potential. In meeting that need, lean construction maturity models (LCMMs) play a key role. However, there is less evidence of critical re-views in spite of the significant number of LCMMs available. Theref...

Research on the necessity of subcontractors’ incorporation in quality improvement in construction is scarce globally, especially in the Sri Lankan context. Thus, this research aimed to evaluate the applicability of subcontracting as a quality improvement tool for building constructions in Sri Lanka under the traditional procurement path. The qualit...

The most salient issue faced in foreign funded (FF) projects is the project delays arising from procurement issues. Addressing these issues and finding strategies to overcome them will be helpful to FF project stakeholders. In this study, an extensive literature synthesis was conducted to identify the nature and significance of FF project procureme...

The management of Aggregate Base Course (ABC) wastage in road construction (RC) is an under researched area. Thus, the aim of this study was to develop a framework for ABC waste control in RC projects. The study used a mixed approach consisting of 15 expert interviews and a questionnaire survey conducted among 137 experts engaged in RC projects. Th...

Purpose The purpose of this study is to investigate the management of intragroup conflicts occurring in project design teams during pre-contract stages that affect the project deliverables of construction projects implemented in Sri Lanka. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative approach with a case study research strategy was used in the study....

Purpose The morphology of a building describes its outline and influences its architectural aesthetics and the cost directly. However, the literature on the impact of morphology on the aesthetics and cost of urban detached residential buildings is scarce. Thus, this study is significant because its aim was to identify the critical building morpholo...

Design-Build projects have become popular since they allow project performance optimisation through stakeholder collaboration. However, these projects are difficult to implement due to the unfamiliarity of the stakeholders with DB projects and their lack of experience in implementing such projects. Hence, this study aimed to develop a framework con...

Information Technology has brought quantity surveying practices to a new platform. However, developing economies are still hesitant to adopt novel technologies. Thus, the purpose of this study was to identify the technologies utilized by quantity surveyors in different stages of construction projects and thereby assess the gap that exists between t...

The proactive management of a design can prevent design errors. Design changes can be mitigated by using Augmented Reality (AR) prototype digital models. However, the use of these models in construction is still in its infancy. Thus, this study assessed how AR could be used to overcome traditional pre-contract design communication related issues in...

The literature on the impact of Total Quality Management (TQM) on Design and Build (D&B) projects is scarce and this study fulfills the research gap by assessing the impact of TQM and its elements on D&B projects. The study used a mixed approach comprising a series of expert interviews and a questionnaire survey. Manual content analysis was used to...

Purpose The construction industry (CI) is known for heavy workloads and long working hours. Consequently, quantity surveyors (QSs) find it difficult to integrate work with life. Thus, the purpose of this study was to identify the causes and consequences of poor life management (LM) in both female and male QSs working for contractors at construction...

Purpose Survival challenges compel construction firms to change their business thinking on adapting business models (BMs). Unlike in the other fields, in the construction field, it is still a novel concept, probably because BM adaptation in the industry has not been sufficiently studied. Hence, the purpose of this study is to set a roadmap for the...

Sustainability and value enhancement are major considerations in the modern construction world. Thus, the integration of sustainability and Value Engineering (VE) will have the potential to boost the value of a construction project. This research was therefore aimed to develop a framework that integrates VE and sustainability concepts in the constr...

Construction project costs frequently deviate from their estimated costs. Cost controlling techniques/tools (CCTTs) can be used to monitor these deviations. However, the effectiveness of these techniques and tools has to be evaluated. Thus, the aim of this study was to identify the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of CCTTs used in Asian, Middle Ea...

The construction industry is becoming more circular by reducing waste, reusing building materials, and embracing regenerative solutions for energy generation and biodiversity conservation. The ramifications of circularity on building operations are complicated, necessitating a comprehensive assessment of the consequences before deciding on the best...

The World Health Organization has identified stress, which can cause a devastating effect on the emotional and physical wellbeing of a person, as the health epidemic of the 21st century. Occupational stress is a severe problem among male and female professionals. This study aimed to compare the significant stressors of male Quantity Surveyors (QSs)...

On-time completion is one of the most important criteria for recent successful construction projects. High-rise building projects face significant risks and time constraints due to the complexity and dynamic nature of their environments. Demand for high rise buildings has been fuelled by economic advancements, rapid suburbanization, and increased c...

The process of bidders submitting offers for the completion of construction projects is known as construction bidding. Contractors frequently acquire projects through competitive bidding, and the decision to bid or not to bid is a critical step in that process. Errors in this decision-making process will ultimately result in huge losses for contrac...

Errors in construction documents and records can have serious impacts on construction projects. These impacts are manifested mostly during the construction and post-construction stages of the projects. The errors in documents and records significantly affect the performance of quantity surveyors (QSs) working for contractors. Thus, the aim of this...

Progress monitoring of construction work is crucial to identify the discrepancies between the as-built product and as-planned design and take necessary action based on the results. Construction work is time consuming and labour intensive. However, the use of new technologies, such as computer vision (CV), in construction progress monitoring (CPM) c...

A maturity model is critical in analysing an entity as it evaluates the current situation and provides insights on enhancing the capabilities to reach higher maturity. Maturity models are being used in many industries and proven to have a positive impact on organisational development. Definition of a context specific maturity model is vital as it b...

Purpose Accelerating the influences of external stakeholders in any construction project is inevitable. Studies on external stakeholder influence on construction projects and literature on external stakeholder management in irrigation infrastructure projects executed with donor funds are scarce. Thus, this study aimed to investigate how to manage t...