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2012 Symposium

2ND NZBERS SYMPOSIUM

Consolidating collaborative built environment research and education in New Zealand

Thursday 15 November 2012

Sir Neil Waters Auditorium SNW300, Albany Campus, Massey University, Gate 1, Albany Expressway, Albany

Overview

The 2nd New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS) held on Thursday 15th November 2012 on the Albany Campus of Massey University, Auckland. The symposia presented a platform for leveraging collegiality and coordinated efforts to achieving optimal built environment research outputs and effects. The theme of this second symposium was on consolidating collaborative built environment research and education in New Zealand. University of Auckland, AUT, Massey University, Unitec, Victoria University, University of Otago and the University of Canterbury participated in the symposium.

The one-day symposium included a keynote address from Pieter Burghout – the CEO of the Building Research Association of New Zealand (BRANZ) and the Chairman, New Zealand Construction Industry Council. Adrian Bennett, Manager Building Science & Research, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) provided updates on the recent changes with the MBIE. The built environment programme leaders in the New Zealand universities presented summaries of the current and recently completed built environment research carried out by research students and academic staff in their units. Also an industry panel discussion was led by Richard Capie (General Manager, Research Strategy, BRANZ), Adrian Bennett and Ruth Berry (BRANZ Research Consultant). The discussion topic was on “A single industry research strategy: What it is and why it matters”.

The event was sponsored by BRANZ and convened by Dr Jasper Mbachu (Senior Lecturer and Coordinator of construction programmes) and Associate Professor Robyn Phipps (Director Built Environment), School of Engineering and Advanced Technology, College of Sciences, Massey University at Albany.

Overall, the symposium offered opportunities for postgraduate research students and academics to network with the construction industry practitioners and policy makers with a view to understanding the priority research needs of the industry. This and other symposia to follow aim to challenge the silo mentality amongst researchers in the New Zeaalnd built environment. Given the multi-disciplinary nature of the built environment (BE) research, there is a need to focus on promoting collegiality and awareness of the BE research within the New Zealand tertiary institutions.

Symposium flyer

The flier can be accessed for details about the symposium  NZBERS_15Nov12_Flier

Symposium programme

The schedules, topics and presenters are shown below.

Slot Presentation/ Activity Presenter/ Participants
8.30 – 9.30 AM Registrations; light refreshments All
9.30 – 9.35 AM Welcome address Prof Ian Maddox, Assoc Head, School of Engg & Adv. Tech, and Regional Director, College of Sciences at Albany
9.35 – 10.05 AM Keynote address: Building research in a changing landscape Pieter Burghout, Chair, NZCIC; CEO, BRANZ
10.05 – 10.35 AM Catalyst for a high performing economy to secure the lasting prosperity and well-being of New Zealanders Adrian Bennett, Manager, Building Sciences and Research, Building and Housing, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE)
10.35 -11.05 AM TEA BREAK 　
11.05 – 11.35 AM Built environment research at the University of Auckland A/Prof Suzanne Wilkinson, Programme Leader, Engineering Management, Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Auckland.
11.35 AM– 12.05 PM Built environment research at Massey University A/Prof Robyn Phipps, Director, Built Environment, School of Engineering & Advanced Technology, Massey University.
12.05 – 12.35 PM Built environment research at AUT A/Prof John Tookey, Programme Leader, Engineering Project Management, AUT.
12.35 – 1. 05 PM LUNCH BREAK 　
1.05 – 1.35 PM Built environment research at Unitec Dr Linda Kestle, Senior Lecturer and Chair, Faculty of Technology & Built Environment Research, and A/Prof Jonathan Leaver,  Department of Civil Engineering, UNITEC
1.35 – 2.05 PM Built environment research at Victoria University Prof Jules Moloney/ Dr Jan Smitheram, Head, School of Architecture, Victoria University.
2.05 – 2.35 PM Built environment research at the University of Otago Dr Michael Keall, Senior Research Fellow, Department of Public Health, University of Otago.
2.35 – 3.05 PM Built environment research at the University of Canterbury A/Prof Rajesh Dhakal, Director of Postgraduate Studies, Department of Civil & Natural Resources Engineering, University of Canterbury
3.05 – 3.30 PM TEA BREAK 　
3.30 – 3.45 PM Built environment research at the University of Waikato (TBA)
3.45 – 4.00 PM Introduction to PreFabNZ Gary Caulfield, Business Development Manager and director at Stanley Group
4.00 – 4.15PM Research strategy for the New Zealand building and construction industry Ruth Berry (BRANZ Research Strategy Consultant); Adrian Bennett (Manager, Building Sciences and Research, Building and Housing, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE))
4.15– 5.15 PM Workshop: Industry research strategy; challenges faced by built environment research students Pieter Burghout;
Adrian Bennett (Manager, Building & Housing);
Ron MacDonald (General Mgr, Ebert Construction);
Kevin Golding (Winstone Wallboards);
Dr Kevin Walls (Director, Building Code Consultants Ltd).
Victoria Troake (President, Specialist Trades Contractors Federation; Director, Troake Group).
Gary Caulfield;
Pamela Bell (CEO, PrefabNZ);
A/Prof Suzanne Wilkinson;
A/Prof Robyn Phipps;
A/Prof John Tookey;
Dr Linda Kestle,
Dr James Rotimi (Senior Lecturer, Engineering Project Management, AUT);
Garry Miller (Professional Teaching Fellow, Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Auckland);
Dr Vicente Gonzalez (Lecturer, Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Auckland);
Prof Jules Moloney;
Dr Michael Keall;
A/Prof Rajesh Dhakal (Director of Postgraduate Studies, Department of Civil and Natural Resources Engineering, University of Canterbury).
Dr Jasper Mbachu (symposium convenor);
Dr Niluka Domingo (Lecturer, Construction, Massey University);
Temi Egbelakin (Lecturer, Construction, Massey University)
Naseem Ameer Ali (Senior Lecturer, Construction, Massey University);
Kate Henderson (Lecturer, Construction, Massey University).
Other Industry participants;
Other Academics and research students.
5.15 PM Close

 

Presentations

  • Bennett, A. (2012) Catalyst for a high performing economy to secure the lasting prosperity and well-being of New Zealanders, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at Bennett-A_presentation
  • Bennett, A. and Berry, R. (2012) Research strategy for the New Zealand building and construction industry, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at  Bennett-A_and_Berry-R_presentation
  • Burghout, P. (2012) Building research in a changing landscape, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at Burghout-P_presentation
  • Caulfield, G. (2012) Introduction to PreFabNZ, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at Caulfield-G_presentation
  • Dhakal, R. (2012) Built environment research at the University of Canterbury, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at Dhakal-R_presentation
  • Keall, M. (2012) Health and safety implications of improved housing quality, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at Keall-M_presentation
  • Kestle, L. (2012) Faculty of Technology and Built Environment: Research challenges, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at Kestle-L_presentation
  • Phipps, R.A. (2012) Built environment research at Massey University, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at Phipps-R_presentation
  • Tookey, J. (2012) 2012 Built environment research – AUT University, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at Tookey-J_presentation
  • Wilkinson, S. (2012) Infrastructure and environment research at The University of Auckland, Faculty of Engineering, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at Wilkinson-S_presentation

Abstract Proceedings

The table of contents of the NZBERS 2012 Abstract Proceedings is provided below. The list shows the abstracts of the built environment research at the universities, which were submitted before the publication deadline. These could be accessed in the Abstract Proceedings: NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3

2.1 AUCKLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (AUT) 41

  • RAIANA, P. and TOOKEY, J. (2012) An investigation of the retention practice in the New Zealand construction industry, p.42, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • RAMACHANDRA, T and ROTIMI, J. (2012) Security of payments in the New Zealand Construction Industry , p.43, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • RAMANAYAKA, C., ROTIMI, J. and TOOKEY, J. (2012) Developing a strategy-led approach as a planning tool for construction projects, p.44, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • ROTIMI, F., TOOKEY, J. and NEITZERT, T. (2012) Evaluating the incidence of defects in new residential buildings in New Zealand, p.45, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • SAMARASINGHE, D.A.S., TOOKEY, J. and ROTIMI, J.O. (2012) Securing best prices for construction materials: An exploratory study of the New Zealand construction industry, p.46, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • VILASINI, N. and NEITZERT, T. (2012)Exploration of behavioural waste in alliance contracts: A New Zealand case study, p. 47, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3

2.2 UNIVERSITY OF CANTERBURY 49

  • ASHTIANI, M.S., DHAKAL, R. and SCOTT, A. (2012) Seismic performance of high-strength self-compacting concrete in reinforced concrete structures, p.50, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • GIORGINI, S., CUBRINOVSKI, M., PAMPANIN, S. and CARR, A.J. (2012)Towards the Development of an Integrated Foundation-Structure Performance-Based Procedure for the Design and Assessment of Reinforced Concrete Buildings, p.52. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • TAYLOR, M.L., CUBRINOVSKI, M., PETTINGA, J.R. and BRADLEY, B.A. (2012) Assessment of Liquefaction Hazard using Effective Stress Analysis, p.54. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3

2.3 MASSEY UNIVERSITY 55

  • AMEER ALI, N.A.N. and WILKINSON, S. (2012) Modernising Construction Contracts Drafting – A Plea for Good Sense, p.56. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • AMEER ALI, N.A.N. and WILKINSON, S. (2012) Statutory Adjudication – The Need for a Pre-legislation Model Framework, p.57. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • AMEER ALI, N.A.N. and WILKINSON, S. (2012) Drafting Lean and Sustainable Modern Construction Contracts, p.59. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • AMEER ALI, N.A.N. and WILKINSON, S. (2012) The Ideal Construction Dispute Resolver – Professional Viewpoint On Users’ Expectations, p.61. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • DOMINGO, N.D. (2012) Reducing construction waste in healthcare projects: a project lifecycle approach, p.62. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • EGBELAKIN, T. (2012) Systematic Information Flow: A Prerequisite for Managing Earthquake Risks and Disaster Mitigation Activities, p.64. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • EGBELAKIN, T. (2012) Rebuilding Christchurch: Framework for Enhancing Property Owner’s Motivational Potential for Earthquake Disaster Preparedness, p.65. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • EGBELAKIN, T. (2012) Effect of Stakeholders’ Practices on Seismic Risk Mitigation Decisions, p.66. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • FLEMMER, L. and FLEMMER, R.C. (2012) Advances in Home Safety Systems, p.67. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • FLEMMER, L. and FLEMMER, R.C. (2012) Intelligent HVAC Control to Minimize Building Energy Use, p.69. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • FREI, M., MBACHU, J. and PHIPPS, R. (2012) Diagnosing the strategic health of Australasian quantity surveying organisations: a SWOT-based analytical model, p.71. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • KAMARAZALY, M., MBACHU, J. and PHIPPS, R. (2012) Challenges facing Australasian university facilities managers, p.72. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • MBACHU, J. and SHAHZAD, W. (2012) A holistic understanding of the concept and measurement of productivity in the construction industry: A New Zealand perspective, p.73. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • MBACHU, J. (2012) Knowledge and skills required for contractors’ high productivity and performance in construction project delivery: An exploratory study of the up-skilling needs of the New Zealand contractors, p.74. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • MBACHU, J. (2012) Sources of contractor’s payment risks and cash flow problems in the New Zealand construction industry: Project team’s perceptions of the risks and mitigation measures, p.75. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • BOULIC, M; FJALLSTROM, P; PHIPS, R; CUNNINGHAM, M; et al (2012) Cold Homes in New Zealand – Does Increasing the Heater Capacity Improve Indoor Temperatures? P.76. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • PHIPS, R; CUNNINGHAM, M; et al. (2012) Effects of improved home heating on asthma in community dwelling children: Randomised controlled trial, p.77. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • BOULIC, M; PHIPS, R; CUNNINGHAM, M; CLELAND, D; FJALLSTROM, P. (2012) Too dry and too cold for mould germination in New Zealand dwellings? P.79. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • SHAHZAD, W.M. and MBACHU, J. (2012) Comparative analysis of the productivity levels achieved through the use of prefab systems with those of the traditional construction methods: Case studies of some projects in Auckland , p.80. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3

2.4 THE UNIVERSITY OF AUCKLAND 81

  • BAHARUDDIN, H.E.A., WILKINSON, S. and COSTELLO, S.B. (2012) Improving Construction Productivity through Appropriate Procurement Selection, p.82. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • BELAYUTHAM, S. and GONZALEZ, V. (2012) Construction planning framework for site storm water runoff management, p.83. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • GOLZARPOOR, H. and GONZALEZ, V. (2012) Improving Building Environmental Metrics through Integration of DES and LCA, p.85. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • IBRAHIM, C.K.I; COSTELLO, S.B. and WILKINSON, S. (2012) Pure Alliance vs. Competitive Alliance: The Drivers and Impacts towards the Implementation of Roading Infrastructure Projects in New Zealand, p.86. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • MILLER, G. (2012) Information Flow Matters: Improving performance and productivity in engineering and construction, p.87. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • RYAN, A. (2012) Targeting productivity: Enabling the successful adoption of BIM in the NZ construction industry by maintaining the relevance of procurement systems and contract forms, p.89.
  • SAPECIAY, Z., WILKINSON, S. and COSTELLO, S.B. (2012) Understanding the Resilience of Construction Organisations, p.90. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3
  • POSHDAR, M. and GONZALEZ, V. (2012) Developing a Mathematical Framework to Manage Buffers and Variability in Repetitive Building Projects Using Artificial Intelligence Tools, p.91. Proceedings of the 2nd Annual New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS), Massey University, Auckland, 15 November, ISSN 2324-1829 (Online). Available at NZBERS-2012_Abstract-Proceedings_rev3