New Approaches in Civil Engineering

New Approaches in Civil Engineering

An Investigation into Executive and Managerial Challenges in Advancing Industrialized Building Construction in Iran

Document Type : Research Paper

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Master of Science Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Torbat Heydariyeh, Iran
Abstract
Industrialized building construction, as a modern approach, plays a significant role in enhancing productivity, reducing construction costs and time, and improving the quality of building projects. While this method has gained considerable attention in many countries, its development in Iran faces numerous challenges, particularly within the context of urban planning.
This study aims to identify and prioritize the executive and managerial barriers to the development of industrialized building construction in Iran, with a focus on the role of urban planning frameworks. A mixed-methods approach (quantitative and qualitative) was employed. Data were collected through document analysis, semi-structured interviews with experts, and a questionnaire encompassing six main components. Quantitative data were analyzed using the Friedman test.
The findings indicate that economic, financial, infrastructural, and technical barriers have the greatest impact on the development process, whereas cultural and social obstacles have relatively minor influence.
The study concludes that effective development of industrialized building construction in Iran requires supportive policies, the expansion of industrial production infrastructure, enhancement of workforce skills, and improved coordination among relevant institutions. By emphasizing urban planning dimensions, this research offers a new perspective for implementing industrialized construction methods in the country.
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