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Effects of Mixing Methods on the Rheology and Hardened Properties of Concrete With Low Water-binder Ratio
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
An Investigation on the Extent of Awareness of Existing Onsite Training and Certification Programmes by Semi-skilled Construction Workforce in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
The construction industry has a chance to close the knowledge and skill gap by offering on-the-job
training and certification programs for semi-skilled workers. The government has taken steps to ensure
that more semi-skilled ...
A Study of the Role of Contracting Parties in Preventing Escalation of Construction Claims Into Disputes Through the Claim Management Processes
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Poorly managed claims result in antagonism, disputes, and disruption in construction projects. This raises the need for construction parties to manage claims well and avoid disputes. This research explored how construction ...
Application of GIS in Mediating Traffic Congestion in Central Business Districts. A Case of Nairobi County CBD
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Geo-information technology has been integrated with various sectors of development to help achieve sustainability and improve the delivery of services and smooth operation of activities within the economy. However, considering ...
Performance of Park-and-ride Stations in Nairobi Metropolis: (a Case Study of Athi River and Syokimau Railway Stations)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Park and Ride facilities have the potential to promote use of mass transit systems and help in relieving traffic congestion and air pollution, which are all associated with excessive automobile usage. However, some factors ...
Vegetation Indices as Indicators of Drought, a Remote Sensing Perspective: a Case Study of Narok County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Vegetation cover is essential in determining the health of ecosystems and critical in planning and
management of environmental and land resources. This study aimed at establishing the
correlation between vegetation cover ...
The Application of Design Management Methods for Design Process Success for Construction Projects in Kenya [a Case Study of Nairobi County]
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
The failure of construction projects to meet target objectives is a major concern in developing countries. Even though there are numerous reasons why projects fail, the construction sector faces serious issues that are ...
Contributions of Governance to Water Availability in Mwingi Town
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
The contributions of governance to water availability in Mwingi town. Identification of governance capacity to address issues of water scarcity in many parts of the world is pertinent and especially in urban areas characterized ...
Application of Environmental Audits in Industrial Property Management in Kenya: a Case Study of Industrial Properties in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
This study examines the application of Environmental Auditing (EA) in industrial property
management in Kenya. EA is undertaken to assess compliance with mitigation measures proposed
in Environmental Impact Assessment ...
Investigation on the Public-private Partnerships (Ppp) Success as Procurement Method for Infrastructure Development in Kenya: a Case Study of Public Universities in Nairobi Metropolitan
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Infrastructure investments are key drivers in achieving economic growth and sustainable development. However inadequate funding and ever emerging complex procurement methods are becoming impediments to delivery of ...