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Building contracts, a means to manage the construction process: a South African perspective
(University of the Free State, 2017-01)English: The construction contract, in particular the building contract, is reviewed in this study. Some view risk management and protection of the parties’ interests as being the main objectives of this contract. This ... -
Sustainable human settlement development: cost implications of going green
(University of the Free State, 2016)The South African government directs low income housing in the framework of sustainable development with clear guidelines (South Africa. Department of Human Settlements, National Housing Code: Part 3, 2009). However, the ... -
Risk management in the construction environment: the effects of decision making and communication
(University of the Free State, 2015)English: A number of factors contribute to cost overruns, time complications, specification details, and weak communication. Some are within the control of the project team, but most of them are not. These complications ... -
Green rooftop systems: a South African perspective
(University of the Free State, 2016-02-29)The purpose of this study is to determine the outcome of green rooftop systems in South Africa. Cities in South Africa are expanding with new developments. With development and expansion comes the increase in pollutants, ... -
Competence levels of alternate dispute resolution facilitators in the construction industry in South Africa
(University of the Free State, 2012-07)English: The complex nature of the construction industry calls for an effective claims management system which is supported by Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR). Research indicates that ADR is not applied effectively in ... -
Urban Renaissance and the delivery of sustainable communities: the influence of the physical environment on the quality of life of communities
(University of the Free State, 2007)English: All people basically want the same things: a home, work, healthy economy, good public services, infrastructure and an attractive and safe environment. Some areas have many of these that should be preserved and ... -
An evaluation of the right to “access to adequate housing” in Joe Morolong Local Municipality, South Africa
(University of the Free State, 2014-02)English: Among the rights in the Bill of Rights contained in the South African Constitution is the right to access adequate housing. This right is bound up with other rights in the Constitution, including the right to have ... -
'n Projekbestuurdersprofiel vir die konstruksiebedryf
(University of the Free State, 2011)English: Project managers within the construction industry possibly have a lack of sufficient and effective management skills. This study aims to find solutions, and to propose a model with guidelines for creating a profile ...
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