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The second day of AGM activities will start with the AGM being attended by Members of IQSSL who are
eligible to participate and will be held at Crystal Ball Room of Hotel Taj Samudra, No 25. Galle Face Centre Road,
Colombo 03 from 3.00 pm to 5.30 pm.
The AGM will be followed by the Annual Forum which will take place at the same venue from 6.30 pm on
the same theme. The Chief Guest of that event will be Hon. Sarath Amunugama, M.P, Minister of Special
Assignment.
The key note speech will be delivered by Eng. Nissanka Wijeratne,. A panel discussion will follow the key note
speech and eminent professionals will participate in this panel discussion representing a wide spectrum of
the construction industry.
Finally, the participants will be able to enjoy the evening with music, companionship and dinner.
foreign demand has been recognised by the IQSSL and it has been providing knowledge
based support and other facilities in achieving this goal.
Being the regulating body of the Quantity Surveying profession in Sri Lanka since its
incorporation by an Act of Parliament in 2007, IQSSL has been regulating, promoting and maintaining
highest level of professional and academic standards of the Quantity Surveyors in Sri Lanka.
The theme of the annual forum this year, Regulated Construction Industry Professional Duty and Societal
Responsibility is a very opportune topic to discuss. All professionals involved in the construction industry
have a moral and social responsibility to uplift the living standards of the public in a cost effective manner
and the services rendered by the Quantity Surveyors are even more so as they are the cost advisers and
cost controllers of construction projects.
The Quantity Surveying services are of paramount importance to the construction projects launched by
the Government in order to control their costs and to provide value for money. My Ministry as the Ministry
responsible for the construction industry expects that the Quantity Surveyors would provide their valuable
services proactively to advise, monitor and control costs of all construction projects.
I wish IQSSL all the best at their Technical Sessions and the Annual General Meeting of 2016.
As a country seeking rapid development, large investments in infrastructure is a necessity where
construction industry has to actively participate in all such projects, either directly or indirectly. As they
involve considerable amounts of investments made with both private and public capital, professionals shall
ensure adherence to principles of good governance, transparency and public accountability.
It is imperative that IQSSL as the only professional body in Quantity Surveying in Sri Lanka takes all
necessary and timely steps to enhance quality of services rendered by QSs in both private and public
sectors. I am happy to note that IQSSL was able to take many meaningful steps to impart extensive
technical knowledge, comprehensive professional QS education and principles of ethical conduct, all aimed
at professional development of our members during the last few decades. These measures will further
enable our QSs to be socially responsible through improved ethics and better professional education.
I wish the Members of Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka a successful AGM and Annual Forum in
2016.
Ch.QS. Mr. Nishantha Wickramasinghe
BSc. (QS) (Hons), MSc (Pro. Mgt), F.I.Q.S.SL
President,
Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka
The Sri Lankan Economy has consistently grown during the past decade. Consequently,
the country achieved the Millennium Development Goals pertaining to poverty
elimination and acquired the status of a middle income country. Hence, it is favorable
for Sri Lanka to focus on long-term strategic and structural plans to combat development
challenges as it strives to become an upper middle income nation.
In order to realise the aforementioned goal we require rapid Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth. The
construction industry has a vital role to play in terms of the growth of GDP and provision of employment.
Sri Lankas thirst for national growth is increasingly apparent. Insufficient infrastructure facilities is an
issue that extends from transportation in terms of roads, highways and rail roads, to Energy infrastructure
with relation to power generation, distribution, oil and gas field exploration, to Sanitary infrastructure
including water supply, drainage and irrigation infrastructure. Large-scale development of cities in terms
of housing, factories and tourism related construction is an unavoidable necessity. In short, I believe the
construction industry is the leading front runner in our path to development regardless of the sector you
may wish to focus on.
The current status-quo is a phase of rapid development. In such times, it is possible to experience ad-hoc
development, deterioration of quality in construction product and services, increase in construction cost,
excessive utilisation of natural resources and destruction of the natural environment. These detrimental
effects can be clearly seen with regard to the BRIC countries where they experienced rapid growth within
a limited time frame. In order to combat such negative trends we need to reform current malpractices,
revitalise benefiting practices and step towards a new construction industry. A new and modified system
that upholds professionalism and social responsibility and a strong Construction Industry overall, that
can act as the pillar that holds up a developing nation.
As the first step in realising this new Construction Industry, the Authorities and the stakeholders of the
Sri Lankan Construction Industry has already identified the need for a regulated Construction Industry.
Hence, they enacted the Construction Industry Development Act. Accordingly, Construction Industry
Development Authority together with Professional bodies, Construction contractors and Academics
related to the construction industry are currently working for further regulation and policy-making.
The Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka acknowledge the support given by the Government of
Sri Lanka throughout its history by the enactment of the institute in national legislation, inclusion of
the profession in Construction industry acts as well as the appointment of our members into various
committees in the government institutes. I am confident that many steps taken by the institute over
the past years including supporting of continued professional development, academic and professional
improvements and introduction of procedures in line with recent Construction Development Act etc.,
have rendered our members capable in facing any new challenges that may arise due to rapid National
growth.
Undoubtedly every citizen of the country has a moral duty to perceive and contribute to the development
efforts of the Government. It is undoubtable that the Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka will
have an important role to play in its sphere of expertise when shouldering the development goals of Sri
Lanka.
Finally, my sincere appreciation goes to all the sponsors, well-wishers, members of the editorial board
of FOCUS and members of the IQSSL Board of publications who had immensely contributed towards
publishing this AGM issue of FOCUS.
Ch.QS. Mr. Indunil Seneviratne
BSc.(QS) (Hons), MSc (Const. Mgmt) USA, F.I.Q.S.SL
Hon. Secretary
Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka
At the end of another successful year and at a very important day in IQSSL calendar, PAB
report for the year under review is presented herewith with great pleasure. As per the
Rules, PAB is entrusted to advise the Council on various matters, handling disciplinary
actions and professional development of the members of the Institute. During the last
year PAB mostly concentrated on the priorities that have been identified by the Council
and the board.
The board has recognized that helping the membership to enhance their knowledge to establish themselves
in the industry with good practices as a prime requirement. During the year under review six CPD sessions
were conducted in the areas of Value Management, Claims, Insurance and Skills Development with well
experienced resource personals in academia and practice. Round table discussions were also conducted
with practicing QSs (mostly Chartered Quantity Surveyors) to discuss and resolve the problems they
have faced when working in Contract Administration. Both CPDs and Round table discussions were very
successful and members were given the opportunity to interact with the Institute as well. Short courses
on specific practicing areas were also organized facilitating the membership to learn better practices.
PAB closely work with the Institute in establishing the Service Minute for QS Service. Further under the
Councils direction PAB continued its interaction with regulatory authorities and professional institutions.
Active participation in CIDA in scrutinizing new publications, participation in various committees,
international and local conferences, forums and networking are few of the involvements.
Apart from the duties entrusted, PAB contributes to the other boards also when required and to the Council
in developing certain formalities.
Finally I would like to thank board members and the others those who voluntarily extend their support
towards PAB activities to bring and maintain the image of the Institute at high standard. I would hopefully
look forward for much active participation of PAB in the Institute.
Membership Affairs Board (MAB) during the period 2015/2016 worked towards the
Institutes goal of gathering all Sri Lankan Quantity Surveyors under one national
institute.
Primary function of the board is to advice the Governing Council in matters relating
to membership including granting new memberships and membership upgrades.
Further, together with the Board of Quantity Surveying Education & Training,
Graduate Member entry route for non-accredited Degree holders was extended.
This will enable non-accredited degree holders to enter the Institutes Graduate
membership through a proposed entry examination.
We also temporarily opened once again a special Membership route for non-accredited member of
the Institute as adopted at the extra ordinary general meeting on 27/03/2015 which is operative till
31/12/2015 and finalized in 2016 successfully. As Chairperson of MAB, I am happy to note that there is a
significant interest among non-members of the Institute who are practicing as Quantity Surveyors in
Sri Lanka as well as abroad to join the Institute, while existing members have also shown an interest in
upgrading their membership by gaining required qualifications and experience.
Our present membership strength, as at 15th September 2015,is:
CATEGORY NO. OF MEMBERS 2015 NO. OF MEMEBERS 2016
Fellow 26 Nos. 30 Nos.
Associate 231 Nos. 240 Nos.
Graduate 373 Nos. 439 Nos.
Technical 134 Nos. 248 Nos.
Probationary 28 Nos. 31 Nos.
Students 2227 Nos. 2330 Nos.
Registered 27 Nos. 27 Nos.
Total 3,046 Nos 3345 Nos.
During the last year, we noted a considerable interest for technical membership from candidates who
have successfully completed Level III professional examination conducted by the IQSSL joining as
Technical members increasing the number from 134 to 248. Graduate memberships have also increased
from 373 to 439.
We also conducted number of interviews for those who applied for Probationary membership to assess
their work experience.
Total student membership is about 2,330, with more education opportunities being available in Sri Lanka
as well as abroad, we encourage students to explore all membership routes available for Associate
membership.
I thank members of Membership Affaire Board, namely Ch.Qs. Mrs. Devika Liyanage, Ch.Qs. Mr. Rajitha
Dassanayake, Ch.Qs. Mrs. Nilmini Thilakarathna and Ch.Qs. Mr. Mahinda Goonawardena and Ch.Qs. Mr.
H.A.P.R Hangawatta who worked tirelessly to make the boards affairs a success.
Ch.QS. Mr. A.N. Jayadeva,
A.I.Q.S. SL
Chairperson - Membership Affairs Board (MAB)
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The BQSET along with its sub committees is very pleased to note that most of the ac-
tivities initiated by them during the period under review could be completed by the
end of the Session. It is encouraging to note that the remaining activities that have not
yet been completed have also made satisfactory progress having undergone many revisions during the
Session.
One of the activities of high priority that was entrusted to the Board by the IQSSL was preparation of a
guideline for accreditation of Quantity Surveying Degree programmes. The Board was able to complete
the task successfully and now it is published in the IQSSL web site. The board continued conduct of the
Charter Classes for the APC candidates and these classes were conducted for the 2016 February APC and
continued for the 2016 August APC as well.
Based on a recommendation made by the BQSET, the IQSSL became a contributing institution when the
degrees offered by Unitec Institute of Technology, New Zealand, Massey University, New Zealand, UCTS, Ma-
laysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia and Huddlesfield University, UK. were accredited by the Pacific Associa-
tion of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS).
Furthermore, consequent to the resolution adopted on 10 May 2013 by the IQSSL, the BQSET commenced
conducting the Graduate Member Qualifying Exam (GMQE) for the benefit of those who hold non-accred-
ited degrees. Twelve candidates sat for the August 2016 GMQE and four out of them were successful at
the exam.
During the period under review, the BQSET successfully conducted two (02) APCs, and assisted the Mem-
bership Affairs Board specifically in selecting 24 candidates for the APC through the special provision. It
also conducted for the two (02) semesters of the Session, Professional Level Exams of IQSSL at Levels 1, 2
and 3, under both new and old syllabi.
The BQSET is very much appreciative of the valuable contribution made by the members of the IQSSL by
serving as examiners, moderators, supervisors, invigilators of the APC, GMQE and the Professional Level
I, II and II Exams and also by serving as members of the selection panels of both Level I of the Profes-
sional Level Exam and the Quantity Surveying Practice module. The BQSET has also assisted the Board of
Management in the negotiations the latter had with the Northumbria University on entering in to a MOU
with them in order to enable HND and professional level students to follow courses at the Northumbria
University.
The Board is quite pleased with its achievements during the Session 2015/16, and will strive to complete
at its earliest those activities which it has not been able to complete so far. The BQSET would be glad to
contribute to the continued progress of the IQSSL and would wish it all success.
I am happy to note that BQSP successfully continued with its planned enhancements of official website
with a vast pool of information. It is with much appreciation that I note of contributions of Web Sub Com-
mittee of BQSP ably piloted by Ch.QS. Mr. Suranga Jayasena in further improving the website and its fea-
tures.
During the year of 2015/ 2016, three issues of e-journal FOCUS were published, with material vetted and
suitably edited by the Editorial Board. BQSP also successfully continued with the task of providing a slim
diary to all Corporate Members as a value added service, which it initiated the year before.
During the year, BQSP was blessed with an increased number of Members and Sub Committee members,
which greatly facilitated its tasks.
I very humbly record with appreciation the support extended by all Governing Council Members of IQSSL
and Board members of BQSP including members of the Editorial Board and Web Sub Committee during
the entire year.
It is with great sense of satisfaction I convey this message on the occasion of Annual
General meeting of Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka on 4th November 2016 at
Taj Samudra, Colombo.
We have made every attempt to maintain a healthy financial status of the institute and
promote the service to the membership up to a satisfactory level.
It is my pleasure to inform you that we have made several achievements related to financial status of the
institute during the year 2015 -2016.Owing to the hard work put in by the staff of the secretariat, reason-
able amount of outstanding membership subscriptions have been collected. Its noteworthy to mention
the response from majority members in this regard. However continuous efforts and positive responses
from the membership are essential to maintain this trend.
Even though feasibility constraints have prevented us from establishing a payment gateway, I am pleased
to inform that the institute has managed to open a RFC account at Commercial Bank. I would request all
the members working abroad to use this account when making subscriptions.
I would request all the members for their fullest corporation by making timely payment and providing
valuable proposals to improve the financial stability of the institute.
I thank the President, members of the council and the IQSSL staff for all their assistance during my tenure
as the treasurer.
Ch.QS. Mr. Mahinda Gunawardena
F.I.Q.S.SL
Treasurer and Chairperson Financial Affairs Board
Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka
During this year, more religious and social events were organized by the committee in co-
ordination with other boards. Such main events are, overnight Pirith chanting at the Col-
lege of Quantity Surveying, Bodhi pooja event at Kithsirimewan Rajamaha Viharaya, Ke-
laniya to commemorate and offer merits to demised members and to bless the present
members of the IQSSL. Donations were also given to flood affected community during May/June.
Public Relations and Welfare Committee coordinated and made arrangements to hold
over ten CPD events, conducted by IQSSL during this year. We, as members of this com-
mittee, have been preparing and organizing this year Technical Session, AGM and An-
nual Forum which will be held at BMICH and Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo respectively.
On behalf of the IQSSL and Public Relations and welfare Committee, we have to com-
memorate Ch.QS Bernard Gunarathne, one of the active members of this com-
mittee, whose untimely death deprived us of his valuable service and cordiality.
I have to appreciate all committee and subcommittee members, namely, Ch.QS Upali Jay-
alath, Ch.QS Rajitha Dassanayake, Ch.QS (Mrs.) Dilani Abeynayake, Ch.QS (Mrs.) Kasun Gunaseka-
ra, Ch.QS (Mrs.) Yasitha Bulathsinhala, Ch.QS (Mrs.) Samanthi Senavirathna, Ch.QS A.D. Lalith,
who contributed and well supported to achieve all tasks and events completed during this year.
Seated (Left to Right):
Ch.QS. Mrs. Kanchana Perera (Council Member), Ch.QS. Ms. Anoma Gunasekera (Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. Mahinda
Gunawardene (Treasurer), Ch.QS. Mr. G. M. Upul Shantha (Vice President), Ch.QS. Mr. Nishantha Wickremasinghe
(President), Ch.QS. Mr. Hemantha Aponso (Immediate Past President), Ch.QS. Mr. Indunil Seneviratne (Secretary),
Ch.QS. Mrs. Champa Liyanage (Assistant Secretary).
Standing (Left to Right):
Ch.QS. Mr. Nandun Fernando (Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. Rajitha Dassanayake (Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. Thilanka
Wijesinghe (Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. Senerath Wetthasinghe (Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. Hasitha Gunasekera
(Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. Jagath Basnayake (Assistant Treasurer), Ch.QS. Mr. Duleesha Wijesiri (Council Member),
Ch.QS. Mr. Lalith Ratnayake (Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. A. N. Jayadewa (Council Member)
IQSSL - Administrative Staff
Ms. Indrani Perera - Board Secretary
Ms. Piyumi Indunil Fonseka - Assistant Accountant
Ms. Harshini Maduwanthi - Administrative Officer
Ms. Yashodha Sulakshana Abeysiri - Accounts Assistant
IQSSL College of Quantity Surveying - Administrative Staff
Mrs. Dilani Abeynayake - Academic Coordinator
Mrs. Warna de Silva - Programme Coordinator
Mr. H.M.G.C.P. Herath - Administration Executive
Ms. Shivoni Kaumadee Batawalage - Clerk
Mr. Paranagamage Sarath Rathnasiri - Office Assitant
Mrs. Kanthi Rodrigo - Office Aid
A little similar context is found in public sector construction projects where client is not the consumer. The
community expect that public money would be spent for the maximum benefit of the public. All public-
sector development projects have significant involvement of professionals at different levels, including the
higher levels of decision making. It is important that they all recognize their societal responsibility in the
discharge of their duties and services. This is not limited to assuring value for money in terms of quality
of product and money spent, but also includes quality of delivery process, protection of environment,
safety and wellbeing of community, and sustainable development.
Though it may not have been highlighted, it could be observed that failure of the professionals to diligently
uphold their respective societal responsibilities have caused disasters or lead to cause severe damages
in recent disaster events. It is not only because they are involved in design and construction of buildings
and other facilities, but also because they are the ones who propose, validate, recommend or approve
construction activates while serving at different levels of administrative structure of the country. This
highlights that professional responsibilities extend very much beyond the professional boundaries.
The professionals are a key asset of the country. The society has made a significant investment to develop
individuals to become professionals, by spending on their education, health and wellbeing, and facilitating
learning by providing opportunities for training and research. The society trust and expect that the
professional community will do the best to assure their safety, health and wellbeing, and to uplift their
living standards.
A regular reviews and reflections among professions are necessary to assure that they maintain and
develop necessary skills to meet current and future challenges. This should then be extended to identifying
necessary skills at technical and labour force level, and to develop appropriate programmes and strategies
to cultivate those skills in them.
A strong regulatory framework is important for professionals to discharge their duties appropriately, and
for proper regulations of professions. The frameworks often require improvements cater contemporary
needs, such as revision of standards and specifications to suit newer construction practices, methods
and materials.
Construction is a significant environment concern because of its environment impact during construction
and lifetime energy and water consumption of its finished products, i.e. buildings. Innovative technologies,
new construction methods, and alternative materials are being introduced. It is essential that General
Specifications in regulatory framework is updated to support them. There are many efficient contractual
arrangements not yet adopted in Sri Lanka. These must be reviewed and incorporated into local
standards.
It is time to review if the current methods of measurement and the Bills of Quantities formulated on them
fulfil the requirements of the industry. Does the Quantity Surveyor fulfil all cost information needs of
industry participants? Is it not time to adopt operational bills based on WBS so that bill items correspond
with activities in construction programmes? What alternative methods would provide clients, designers
and builders with coherent cost information to make better informed decisions? How can emerging
technologies be utilized offer efficient information? Its time to rethink. Its time to find answer so that
Quantity Surveyors can assure their professional duty and societal responsibility in his/her own acts and
through facilitating others in taking informed decisions.
1. To follow professional Level 1, 2, and 3 and become a Technical Member of the IQSSL.
2.To continue with the B.Sc.(QS). (This path will be open for the students from the year 2017)
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1. Minimum of 2 passes in GCE (A/L) in one and the same sitting in either Mathematics or Bio Science
Streams or
2.Minimum of 2 passes in GCE (A/L) in commerce stream with a credit pass in General English and
very good passes (minimum B) for Science and Mathematics in GCE (O/L)
01. Ch.QS. H D Chandrasena, ARMIT (QS), FAIQS, FRICS, F.I.QS.SL, AI Arb (Aust)
02. Ch.QS. Lalith Ratnayake, B.Sc. (QS) Hons, M.Sc. in Project Management F.I.Q.S.SL
03. Ch.QS. Indunil Senevirathne, B.Sc.(QS)(Hons), M.Sc. (Const.Mgt.)(US), F.I.Q.S. SL
04. Ch.QS. Mahinda Gunawardana, F.I.Q.S. SL
05. Ch.QS. A N Jayadeva, F.I.Q.S. SL
06. Ch.QS. Kanchana Perera, B.Sc (QS) Hons, MPhil(SL), F.I.Q.S SL , FAIQS, FRICS, ICECA
07. Eng. Chandana Dalugoda, C.Eng.,MIE(SL) ACIBSE, LCGI (UK), MASHARE (USA)
08. Ch.QS. Dr. Gayani Karunasena, B Sc (QS) Hons, M Phil, PhD (UK), SEDA(UK), A.I.QS.SL,
09. Mr Vipula Abeyratne, B Sc (Surveying Science), M.Sc,(Germany), MSI(SISL)
10. Ch.QS. Dilani Abeynayake, B.Sc (Q.S) Hons, A.I.QS.SL
11. Ch.QS. Duleesha Wijesiri, BSc (QS) Hons, , MRICS, A.I.QS.SL
12. Ch.QS. Hasitha Gunasekera, BSc (QS) Hons., MSc (PM), Dip in Arb, A.I.QS.SL, MAIQS, MCIOB (UK), ACIArb(UK)
13. Ch.QS. Majith Kodithuwakku, B.Sc. QS (Hons), PG Dip in CLDR, Dip. in Arb, A.I.QS.SL,
14. Dr Sachie Gunatilake, B.Sc. QS (Hons) (SL), PhD(UK)
15. Dr. Thilini Jayawickrama, B.Sc.(QS) Hons, PhD
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20 th PAQS Congress
The 20th Congress of Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS), an umbrella organization of country
associations in Asia and Pacific region, was held in Christ Church, New Zealand from 20th May 2016 to 24th May
2016. The theme of the congress was Building for the Future Global Dilemma letting the participants to rethink
the ways that the buildings to be constructed and the need to reduce the cost escalations and construction
time frames in increasing devastating world weather events. New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors has
shared their overwhelming experience of the severe earth quake and aftershocks in year 2010 in Christ Church
with international delegation. Their new and innovative building construction structures and techniques that
are being used has also presented. Sri Lanka delegation to PAQS representing IQSSL has also shared their own
experiences in various disasters and in reconstruction work.
In this year too, the PAQS congress was memorable for Sri Lankans winning Best Paper Award Post Graduate and
Highly Commended Award for the PAQS -IWATA Foundation Essay Competition.
IQSSL shines yet again at PAQS -Iwata Foundation Essay Competition 2016
web based forums. as NZEB (Decheret, 2014). According tion can thus be better planned al-
to Taisei Corporation (2014), among most entirely at the design phase,
The post disaster assessments the innovative technologies intro- which will significantly reduce time
and reconstruction techniques of duced in their NZEB building are; and cost overruns in construction.
Christchurch earthquake can be Low brightness task and ambient In line with the COP 21, American
taken as an example to refer about lighting system, ambient air condi- Institute of Architects (2015) issued
construction innovations for dis- tioning system using waste heat, or- a paper calling for tax incentives,
aster resilience. According to The ganic thin film solar panel external building codes, and rating systems
Guardian (2014), the reconstructed wall units, light cube system to dis- to encourage energy efficiency in
Christchurch would be a greener, perse natural light and automated new buildings, and outlines the
more compact, more accessible and system of letting in natural air to market opportunities in retrofits of
safer city. The lessons learnt from minimize use of air conditioning. existing structures.
the earthquakes are being applied
in developing new technologies for By the above two examples it is evi- Conclusions and recommenda-
more earthquake resistant struc- dent that future building requires to tions
tures by the local university, inter- focus on both disaster resilience as This paper reviewed the causes of
national engineering experts and well as limiting resource consump- global warming (construction as a
companies while shifting the design tion. major cause) and its consequences
criteria from not only saving lives towards the construction industry.
but also saving costs in the future Management of time and cost Furthermore, the challenges faced
(Cools, 2015). According to Steel Con- The construction community (Ar- by the industry with regard to the
struction New Zealand (2014), steel chitects, Engineers, Quantity Sur- needs of the future generations
structures have performed well in veyors etc) has to rethink and di- were identified and the required in-
both earthquakes where a surpris- vert from the traditional methods novations were explored. Following
ing aspect has been the resilience of construction in order to meet the are the key findings:
of eccentrically braced frame con- future demands of construction. Construction industry has a high
struction when cast integrally with potential to cause environmental
concrete slabs. Furthermore, super- According to Dixon (2010), it is degradation that keeps on increas-
structures consisting with steel needed to focus on using energy ing unless mitigating actions are
one-way moment resisting frames conservation and techniques such actively utilized.
and base isolation seismic protec- as life-cycle assessment to maintain Proactive steps should be taken to
tion systems, are some of the exam- a balance between capital cost and minimize the damage caused by in-
ples of innovative technologies that long-term asset value. Significant creasing natural disasters.
have been proved to work well with quantities of waste are also gener-
regard to earthquakes (SCNZ, 2014). Technological innovations in con-
ated by the construction process it- struction should be better commu-
self. However, much of this wastage nicated among the industry globally
The concept of Net Zero Energy
is avoidable on site, but inattention
Building (NZEB) can be taken as an Minimizing time and cost over-
to design detailing, inappropriate
example for construction innova- runs have an equal importance as
material, dimensions, late variations,
tions in meeting the future de- minimizing wastage in the con-
over-ordering are some other fac-
mands with conserving energy re- struction process
tors that contribute to waste( Dixon,
sources, where a building produces The findings indicate that building
2010).
as much energy as it consumes over for future, although considered as
the course of a year. As a result of a dilemma, can be well understood
According to Jrade & Lessard (2015),
advances in construction technolo- if the above actions are properly
innovations in construction are
gies, renewable energy systems, and carried out. Therefore it can be con-
slowly breaking through construc-
academic research, creating NZEB cluded that the scarcity of resources
tion management practices and new
is becoming more feasible (Whole and challenges posed by natural
contractual methods are emerg-
Building Design Guide, 2014). In the disasters have to be overcome by
ing. Building Information Modeling
wake of the Fukushima meltdowns, the industry by proper utilization
(BIM) improves technical work at the
suspension of all nuclear plants and of technology and minimization
design stage by creating 3D models
subsequent replacement by expen- of negative impact to the environ-
that integrate all buildings features
sive fossil fuel, caused energy re- ment.
as well as when linked with sched-
source-poor Japan to push forward
ule (4D) and costs (5D); the construc-
with renewable power options such
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By R.Q.A. Selvarajah and K.G.A.S. more than a decade. These smart de- cooperative. Such devices stimulate
Waidyasekara vices such as smart phones and tab- communication, organization, and
The construction industry is emerg- let have certain persuasive features documentation, which benefit all
ing at an extraordinary rate with in- that permit them to execute on vari- construction managers.
creasing potentials for construction ous types of mobile hardware: they
firms across the country. There is are relatively cheap, compact, light,
One facet software of the construc-
a high demand for projects to con- high performing, and above all,
tion industry attracting high con-
clude within the budget, in less du- user friendly. In specific, pervasive-
sideration is Building Information
ration, with higher productivity, and ness, and user friendliness makes
Modeling (BIM). The usage of virtual
with maximum quality. Therefore, management applications and con-
construction has significantly affect-
efficiency improvement and produc- struction processes functional, not
ed the way in which various compa-
tivity are functions of foremost ob- merely by experts but rather by any-
nies approach projects. On the other
jectives of the construction indus- one, because it demands no specific
hand, from a project management
try. However, still it is a challenge training or whatever to successfully
position, mobile technology has
due to the heavy input of human operate the system. Mobile devices
massively transformed the man-
element and the usage of hand tools are anticipated to begin the next up-
ner in which firms manage projects.
in construction. surge of technological development,
With a diverse multitude of people
which will convert the construction
and firms integrated with construc-
industry to the very best next level
The industry is continuously tion works, a massive demand pre-
of technological development. In de-
searching for means and strategies vails for mobile technology in the
veloped and developing countries,
to enhance the productivity and ef- industry.
implementation of this technological
ficiency at work sites. The integration
transformation is driven by firms
of smart mobile tools and technolo- Professionals with occupations such
who seek their fresher, younger em-
gies such as the use of tablets and as project managers are account-
ployees to drive the implementation
smart phones amid others into con- able for management of all features
of technological alterations as such,
struction processes management of a project. The capacity to effi-
since youngest employees are as-
can assist to improve the efficiency, ciently communicate and be pre-ar-
sumed to be aware on modern tech-
productivity, and quality of the site ranged is a main responsibility of a
nological innovations accessible in
works. Typically, it is recognized as a project managers occupation, and
the construction industry.
gap that exists amid technology use here, building mobile technology is
and design. With the consequence, an enormous asset.
employers normally need to adapt Without applying mobility solu-
technology at the time it is acquired, tions, it becomes a problematic
and in practice, the Sri Lankan con- task for major construction firms Similarly, adaptation of tablets and
struction industry is not an excep- to check the obtainability of staff smart phones has intensely trans-
tion. at necessary time, maintain staff or formed the industry. Project team
worker records, and process the pay- participants are reachable via text,
roll. Construction projects also have email, or a phone call at any time.
Technology innovations in the mo- This means communication enable
multiple sites and offices at various
bile computing and smart devices the instant inter change of informa-
locations that need to be linked with
offer extra ordinary chances to revo- tion among everyone involved in
mobile technology.
lutionize the current management the project; employers, contractors,
and production in construction. and architects. Having admission to
Subsequently, tablets and smart Each stage of a project, from design
email in the project work field and
phones invading the consumer to feedback, is influenced by the us-
in the office, actively permit project
market today are rapidly becoming age of mobile technology; devices
managers to keep tags on every as-
mutual and natural extensions of such as tablets, smart phones, and
pect. Being in the loop and talented
industrial networks. Likewise, sev- laptops have a mutual place in work-
to deal with problems that may arise
eral efforts are made in the usage of sites and in office. Each of the above
at any time, provide project manag-
various mobile devices on construc- mentioned devices could be utilized
ers the capability and strength to
tion project management, as rough in various ways. Software and pro-
efficiently solve and prevent diffi-
construction tablets were in use for grammes permit these devices to be
culties.
26 Volume 05: Issue - 02, November 2016
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