Building risk management strategies into the vertical construction sector

The aim of this project is to identify opportunities to improve the productivity of the vertical (e.g. buildings) construction sector. 

The recent success of horizontal infrastructure (e.g. pipes, roads and cables) projects such as Northern Toll Road Gateway, Waterview Project and Christchurch Infrastructure Recovery are in contrast to ongoing challenges faced by the vertical construction sector.  This provides a unique opportunity for cross-sectoral learning.  Based on interviews and surveys, interactive system dynamics models will be developed to elucidate key commonalities and differences between the two sectors.  In particular, we will focus on strategic opportunities for enhanced risk management and organisational resilience building.  These models will be validated and extended through expert workshops.  By promoting enhanced risk management strategies and resilience practices, we anticipate a more productive, higher quality and more stable vertical construction industry contributing to improved socio-economic well-being in New Zealand. 

The project is due to be completed in 2020.