Factors Affecting the Optimization of Design and Construction for Sustainable Building Using Value Engineering in Egypt
Factors Affecting the Optimization of Design and Construction for Sustainable Building Using Value Engineering in Egypt |
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| © 2025 by IJETT Journal | ||
| Volume-73 Issue-5 |
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| Year of Publication : 2025 | ||
| Author : Mohamed Ibrahim El-Deeb, Mostafa Hassan Kotb, Ibrahim Abdel Rashid |
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| DOI : 10.14445/22315381/IJETT-V73I5P105 | ||
How to Cite?
Mohamed Ibrahim El-Deeb, Mostafa Hassan Kotb, Ibrahim Abdel Rashid, "Factors Affecting the Optimization of Design and Construction for Sustainable Building Using Value Engineering in Egypt ," International Journal of Engineering Trends and Technology, vol. 73, no. 5, pp.38-47, 2025. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/22315381/IJETT-V73I5P105
Abstract
This study aims to enhance the performance and practices of workers in construction projects in Egypt through sustainability and value engineering. A list of key factors influencing the optimization of the design and construction of sustainable buildings using value engineering in construction projects in Egypt was identified across both the public and private sectors. Previous studies were reviewed, and experts in the field were interviewed. Subsequently, a questionnaire survey was conducted with 385 specialists in the construction industry who possess expertise in sustainable design, construction, and value engineering. Statistical analysis was then conducted, which led to the conclusion that the most critical factors for the design stage were the application of value engineering requirements during the early stage of sustainable design, providing alternatives and suggestions for sustainable design to achieve optimal project cost, applying LEED and design requirements, and their impact on cost and value engineering requirements. The most critical factors for the construction stage are reducing construction material emissions, renewable and clean energy source use, monitoring water consumption performance, preparing a plan for waste management of construction and demolition, and continual communication between management workers and correcting unsafe practices. The suggested measures to address factors that affect the optimization of design and construction for sustainable buildings using value engineering in Egypt include a thorough examination of contract documents at the tender stage, effective coordination, and diligent monitoring by all parties involved throughout the design and construction phases.
Keywords
Sustainable Design, Sustainable Construction, Value Engineering, LEED, Egypt.
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