Guidelines for managing the construction stage of a green building
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2021-06-23
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Abstract
Green building projects are inherently different from their conventional counterparts from a
technical perspective. They require the use of special materials and building practices to achieve
sustainability hence the demand for green buildings has changed the role of the contractor. This
study sought to develop guidelines for managing the construction stage of green buildings by
sampling the contractors who have experience in green building construction. The study adopted
a qualitative method of enquiry with semi-structured interviews to gather data from construction
managers who has experience in the construction of green buildings. Findings from the study
revealed that challenges that are faced during the construction of green buildings are Rigid
Project Requirements, Inadequate Technical Capacity, Strict Requirements from Certifying
Body, Non Availability of Green Materials, High Cost and Lack of Interest from real estate
developers. Also some of the skills needed in the construction of green buildings were
Knowledge in sustainability and sustainable construction, knowledge in value engineering and
training in the systems of green technologies. To ensure that green buildings are constructed in
the required and acceptable way, some strategies were suggested and these are; Maximum usage
of solar energy even during the construction, Rainwater and Grey water usage, Recycled water
for landscaping. Use land which does not contain old-growth forest, providing adequate spaces
and ventilation, Design for Disassembly are among many other strategies that were identified as
important in the construction of green buildings. It is therefore recommended that skills in
Maximum usage of solar energy even during the construction, Rainwater and Grey water usage,
Recycled water for landscaping. Use land which does not contain old-growth forest, providing
adequate spaces and ventilation, Design for Disassembly are among many others are deemed to
be necessary so as to equip the construction managers in the construction of green buildings.
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A thesis submitted to the Department of Construction Technology and Management, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the Award of Degree of Master of Philosophy.
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Guidelines for managing the construction, Green building