Author Description

This collection contains 253 peer-reviewed papers spanning 14 research areas in construction engineering and management, examining the ways that economics, politics, and the environment are challenging the construction industry. Papers address and analyze research findings, technological advances, emerging trends, and functional characteristics that are shaping the future of the architecture/engineering/construction industry. Topics include: contracting and legal issues; construction means and methods; construction planning, control, and risk management; knowledge management and information technology; data sensing and analysis; construction simulation, visualization, and product modeling; organizational and labor issues; quantitative methods; environmentally sustainable design and construction; construction education; disaster management and response; infrastructure management; global construction issues; and Construction Industry Institute research. Papers from four workshops focus on Building Information Modeling (BIM); Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED); temporary structures; and water asset management and trenchless technology.