A Systematic review of vertical construction project characteristics

Abstract

The construction industry is one of the key contributors to the development of any country. Depending on the orientation of the construction, it divides into two types; vertical and horizontal constructions. However, different project characteristics play a vital role in the industry as it has the power to influence the decision-making on projects. While vertical construction project characteristics are more specific, to identify the project characteristics of vertical construction and their influence on vertical construction projects, mixed method data analysis comprising science mapping and thematic analysis has been followed. The literature was searched in Scopus and made 43 articles to review, followed by a bibliometric search strategy. The keywords used for searching are “project characteristic*”, “project attribute*”, “construction” and “building*”. After an extensive literature review, different types of vertical construction projects were identified, and 21 characteristics affect the decision-making on any vertical construction. The results implied that the project characteristics are the key players in any decision-making process, delivery methods selection, risk management, disputes, cost estimation, reworks and delays. This study contributed to the research community to update their knowledge of vertical construction projects’ characteristics and for the professionals to identify their significance of them before deciding.