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Farook Hamzeh, PhD, PEng.

Professor, Faculty of Engineering - Civil and Environmental Engineering Dept
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Professor, Faculty of Engineering - Civil and Environmental Engineering Dept
Email
hamzeh@ualberta.ca
Phone
(780) 492-9639
Address
7-287 Donadeo Innovation Centre For Engineering
9211 116 St
Edmonton AB
T6G 2H5

Overview

Area of Study / Keywords

Lean Construction 4.0 Production Planning and Control Value Management Design Management Process modeling optimization and Simulation The Last Planner System BIM Construction Productivity and Logistics Integrated Project Delivery

About

Dr. Hamzeh is a Construction Management expert. His theoretical and applied research in the US, Canada, and the MENA region aim at improving the design and construction of projects. Working in the construction industry, conducting research on actual design and construction projects, developing models, and establishing new performance metrics all contribute to his mission of making design and construction Lean. Dr. Hamzeh is an active member of Production and Planning control area within the International Group of Lean Construction (IGLC) and has published more than 200 publications on Lean Construction and related topics.  Dr. Hamzeh is the co-author of the recently published book Lean Construction 4.0: Driving a Digital Revolution of Production Management in the AEC Industry. London, UK, Routledge [Taylor & Francis Imprint] co-edited with Dr. Vicente Gonzalez and Dr. Luis Fernando Alarcon) 

Dr. Farook Hamzeh is a Professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta since 2019. He was full time faculty at Colorado State University between 2009 and 2011 and at the American University of Beirut between 2011 and 2019.

Dr. Hamzeh has worked for more than seven years in the construction industry in Lebanon, Qatar, Dubai, and the United States on several mega projects. These include the $1.7 billion Cathedral Hill Hospital in San Francisco, the 333 m high Rose Rotana Hotel in Dubai, Losail motor-bike racetrack in Qatar, Olympic Tower in Qatar, Al-Amal Oncology Hospital in Qatar, Serail 1374 Building in downtown Beirut, and Sibline Cement factory 2nd production line in Lebanon. Throughout his career, Dr. Hamzeh has developed a passion for improving construction processes to increase productivity, raise customer value, and reduce process waste. This passion has fueled his research in the areas of lean construction, process improvement, production planning, BIM, Simulation, and supply chain management.

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering (Engineering Project Management )- University of California, Berkeley. 
  • Master’s in Civil and Environmental Engineering (Engineering Project Management) - University of California, Berkeley.
  • Master’s in Engineering Management - American University of Beirut.
  • Bachelor in Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering - American University of Beirut. 

Research

  • Digital Twins
  • Construction 4.0
  • Lean Construction
  • Production Planning and Control
  • Last Planner System
  • Integrated Project Delivery
  • Design Management
  • Building Information Modeling
  • Process modeling, optimization, and Simulation
  • Construction Logistics

PUBLICATIONS [(S) - DENOTES STUDENT]

Refereed Journal Articles

  • Sheikhkhoshkar, M., El-Haouzi, H., Aubry, A., and Hamzeh, F., and Rahimian, F. (2024). “From NLP to Taxonomy: Identifying and Classifying Key Functionality Concepts of Multi-level Project Planning and Control Systems”,  The Journal of Information Technology in Construction (ITcon).
  • Momenifar, S., Chen, Y., and Hamzeh, F. (2024) “A Hybrid Decision Support System for Partition Walls” Buildings, 2024, 14, 2738. https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14092738
  • Sheikhkhoshkar, M., El-Haouzi, H., Aubry, A.,  Hamzeh, F., and Sakikhales, M. (2024). “An innovative integrated framework for multi-level production planning and control systems in construction”. Developments in the Built Environment, 19 (2024) 100524, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dibe.2024.100524
  • Noueihed, K. *, Hamzeh, F. (2024). “Production system state analysis and improvement using VSM, simulation, and fuzzy logic”, Smart and Sustainable Built Environment.
  • Sheikhkhoshkar, M., El-Haouzi, H., Aubry, A., and Hamzeh, F., Rahimian, F. (2024). “From Process-based to Technology-driven: A Study on Functionalities as Key Elements of Collaborative Planning Methods for Construction Projects”. Production Planning & Control. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/epdf/10.1080/09537287.2024.2360581?needAccess=true
  • Pourrahimian, E. *, Salhab, D. *, Hamzeh, F. , AbouRizk, S.(2024) “The Need for A Multidimensional Project Control Perspective”, Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 2024, 150(12): 04024169, https://ascelibrary.org/doi/10.1061/JCEMD4.COENG-14540
  • Khalife, S.*, Rybkowksi, Z., and Hamzeh, F., (2024) “Advancing Engineering and Architecture Education: Delivering Value on Projects with the Use of Digital Collaboration Technologies, Design Thinking, and Lean Principles”, Journal of Architectural Engineering, 2024, 30(4): 04024030, https://doi.org/10.1061/JAEIED.AEENG-1798
  • Alsakka, F. (S), Yu, H., El-Chami, I., Hamzeh, F.,  Al-Hussein, M. (2024) “Digital twin for production estimation, scheduling and real-time monitoring in offsite construction” Computers & Industrial Engineering, 191, 110173, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cie.2024.110173
  • Shehab, L. (S), Malaeb, Z..(S), Hamzeh, F. (2024) “Harnessing LPS Metrics for Smarter Resource Allocation and Project Control through Gamification”, Lean Construction Journal, pp. 01-15.
  • Khalife, S.(S), Shehab.L. (S)., Didluck, T., and Hamzeh, F., (2024) “Employing Simulation to Assess Value Alignment and Fulfillment within Construction Project Settings and Team Dynamics”, Automation in Construction, 163 (2024) 105450, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2024.105450
  • Sheikhkhoshkar, M., El-Haouzi, H., Aubry, A., and Hamzeh, F. (2024). “An advanced exploration of functionalities as the underlying principles of construction control metrics”. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment. 13( 3), pp. 644-676, https://doi.org/10.1108/SASBE-12-2023-0379
  • Salhab, D. (S), Munch Lindhard, S., Hamzeh, F. (2024) “Simulation-based approximation of the gain from applying overlapping activities”, Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 150(4): 04024019, https://ascelibrary.org/doi/10.1061/JCEMD4.COENG-14166
  • Aliasghari, R. (S), Fan, C. Li, X., Golabchi, A., and Hamzeh, F. (2024). “MOCAP and AI based Automated Physical Demand Analysis for Workplace Safety ”. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 150(7): 04024060, https://doi.org/10.1061/JCEMD4.COENG-13811
  • Khalife, S.(S), Pourrahimian, E. (S)., Didluck, T., and Hamzeh, F., (2023) “Demystifying the Dynamic Link between Project Value and Design Team Networks: A Socio-technical Lean Management Framework”, Architectural Engineering and Design Management, pp1-24, https://doi.org/10.1080/17452007.2023.2283761
  • Barkokebas, B.(S), Martinez, P., Bouferguene, A., Hamzeh, F., Al-Hussein, M. (2023) “Digitalization-based process improvement and decision-making in offsite construction”, Automation in Construction, 155, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2023.105052
  • Sheikhkhoshkar, M.(S), El-Haouzi, H., Aubry, A., and Hamzeh, F. (2023). “Functionality as a Key Concept for Integrated Project Planning and Scheduling Methods”. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management. Volume 149, Issue 7, https://doi.org/10.1061/JCEMD4.COENG-13427
  • Salhab, D. (S), Munch Lindhard, S., Hamzeh, F (2023) “Using Overlapping Activities to Compress the Schedule: How Far to Go?”, Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/ECAM-12-2022-1121/full/html
  • Barkokebas, B. (S), Al-Hussein, M., and Hamzeh, F. (2023)” Assessment of digital twins to reassign multi-skilled workers in offsite construction based on lean thinking”, Journal of Construction Engineering and Management. 149(1), DOI: 10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0002420
  •  Alsakka, F. (S), Haddad, A. (S), Ezzedine, F. (S), Salami, G. (S), Dabaghi, M., Hamzeh, F (2023) “Generative Design for More Economical and Sustainable Reinforced Concrete Structures”, Journal of Cleaner Production. 387(5):135829, DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.135829
  • Noueihed, K. (S), Hamzeh, F. (2022). “Envisioning a Human Centric Approach to C4.0 Technologies.”. Lean Construction Journal . Lean Construction Institute, USA, pp. 156-170.
  • Salhab, D. (S), Møller, D., Munch Lindhard, S., Hamzeh, F., Randrup, M., Pilgaard, A. (2022) “Accounting for Variability : Identifying Critical Activities as a Supplement to the Critical Path”, Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, Volume 148, Issue 5, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0002266
    AlHussein, H. (S), Shehab, L. (S), and Hamzeh, F. (2022) “Improvisation in Construction Planning: An Agent-based Simulation Approach”. Buildings, 12(10), DOI: 10.3390/buildings12101608
  • Ghanem, M. (S), Hamzeh, F., Seppänen, O., Shehab, L. (S), and Zankoul, E. (S) (2022) “Pull planning versus push planning: Investigating impacts on crew performance from a location-based perspective’, Frontiers in Built Environment, DOI: 10.3389/fbuil.2022.980023
  • Salhab, D. (S), Pourrahimian, E. (S), and Hamzeh, F. (2022, June 7). Is lean thinking a remedy for the obsolete project management theories? part I. Lean Construction Blog. Retrieved June 16, 2022, from https://leanconstructionblog.com/Is-Lean-Thinking-a-Remedy-for-the-Obsolete-Project-Management-Theories-Part-I.html
  • Ezzeddine, A. (S), Shehab, L. (S), Lucko, G, and Hamzeh, F. (2022) “Forecasting Construction Project Performance with Momentum using Singularity Functions in LPS”, Journal of Construction Engineering and Management , Volume 148, Issue 8, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0002320
  • Abou Ibrahim, H. (S), Hamzeh, F.R., (2022) “Understanding Stakeholders’ Impact on Design Workflow Dynamics using Agent-based modeling”, Automation in Construction, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2022.104254
  • Malaeb, Z. (S) and Hamzeh, F. (2021) “IPD-inspired framework for measuring stakeholder integration in public-private partnerships”. Construction Innovation, https://doi.org/10.1108/CI-07-2020-0123
  • Barkokebas, B.(S), Khalife, S.(S), Al-Hussein, M., and Hamzeh, F., (2021) A BIM-Lean Framework for Digitalization of Premanufacturing Phases in Offsite Construction, Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-11-2020-0986
  • Hamzeh, F., Al Hattab, M.(S), Khalife, S.(S), Shehab, L.(S), Nickerson, R. (2021) An empirical assessment of design planning reliability using Last Planner metrics, Construction Management and Economics, Accepted. In process
  • Martinez, P., Barkokebas, B. (S), Hamzeh, F., Al-Hussein, M., Ahmad, R. (2021) A vision-based approach for automatic progress tracking of floor paneling in offsite construction facilities, Automation in Construction, Volume 125, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2021.103620
  • Assaad, J., Abou Yassin, A.(S), Alsakka, F. (S), and Hamzeh, F., (2020) A Modular Approach for Steel Reinforcing of 3D Printed Concrete—Preliminary Study, Sustainability, 12(10), 4062; https://doi.org/10.3390/su12104062
  • Tarhini, H., Maddah, B., Hamzeh, F. (2020). The Travelling Salesman Puts-on a Hard Hat - Tower Crane Scheduling in Construction Projects, European Journal of Operational Research, Elsevier, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejor.2020.10.029
  • Abou Yassin, A. (S), Hamzeh, F. R., and El Sakka, F., (S) 2020, ‘Agent based modeling to optimize workflow of robotic steel and concrete 3D printers’, Automation in Construction, Elsevier, Volume 110, February 2020, 103040, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2019.103040
  • Abou Ibrahim, H. (S), Hamzeh, F.R., (2020) “A Visual Dashboard to Monitor BIM model Dynamics”, Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, 47(2): 178-185., https://doi.org/10.1139/cjce-2018-0411
  • Assaad, J., & Hamzeh, F. R., and Hamad, B. (2020), ‘Qualitative assessment of interfacial bonding in 3D printing concrete exposed to frost attack’, Measurement, Elsevier, V 13, December, e00357.
  • Demachkieh, F., Khalife, S. (S) Abdul-Malak, M.A, and Hamzeh, F. (2020) “Considerations for Filing Global Construction Claims: Legal Perspective”, Journal of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution in Engineering and Construction, ASCE, 12 (3), 05020003.
  • Shehab L. (S), Ezzeddine, A. (S), Hamzeh, F., Lucko, G. (2019) Singularity Functions for Early Warning Guidance in the Last Planner System®. Lean Construction Journal. pp 76-90.
  • Abou Ibrahim, H. (S), Hamzeh, F.R., (2019) “A Visual Dashboard to Monitor BIM model Dynamics”, Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, https://doi.org/10.1139/cjce-2018-0411
  • Khalife, S. (S), and Hamzeh, F. (2019) An Integrative Approach to Analyze the Attributes Shaping the Dynamic Nature of Value AEC. Lean Construction Journal, pp 91-104.
  • Hamzeh F. R., El Samad, G. (S), Emdanat, S. (2019) “Advanced Metrics for Construction Planning” Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, ASCE, 145(11) pp. 04019063-1-16.
  • Hamzeh F. R., Al Hattab, M. (S), Rizk, L. (S), El Samad, G. (S), Emdanat, S. (2019) “Developing new metrics to evaluate the performance of capacity planning towards sustainable construction”, Journal of Cleaner Production, Elsevier, 225, pp 868- 882 , https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.04.021
  • Abou Ibrahim, H. (S), Hamzeh, F.R., (2019) “A Visual Dashboard to Monitor BIM model Dynamics”, Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, Published on line, https://doi.org/10.1139/cjce-2018-0411
  • El Sakka, F., (S), Assaad, J., Hamzeh, F. R., (2019), ‘Thixotropy and interfacial bond strengths of polymer-modified printed mortars’, Materials and Structures (MAAS), 52(79), pp. 1-17.
  • Hamzeh, F.R., Abou Ibrahim, H. (S), Daou, A. (S), Faloughi, M. (S), Kawwa, N. (S), (2019) “Using Holography to Communicate Information in the AEC Industry”, Journal of Information Technology in Construction, ITcon,24(13), pp. 239-255.
  • Hamzeh F. R., Rached, F. (S), Hraoui, Y. (S), Karam, A. (S), Malaeb, Z. (S), El Asmar, M., Abbas, Y. (S) (2019) “Integrated Project Delivery as an Enabler for Collaboration: A Middle East Perspective”, Built Environment Project and Asset Management, (9)3, pp. 334-347, DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/BEPAM-05-2018-0084
  • Abou Ibrahim, H. (S), Hamzeh, F.R., Zankoul, E. (S), Lindhard, S., Rizk, L. (S) (2019), “Understanding The Planner’s Role in Lookahead Production Planning “, Production Planning and Control, 30(4), pp. 271-284, DOI: 10.1080/09537287.2018.1524163
  • Lindhard S. M., Hamzeh, F.R., Gonzalez, V., Wandhahl, S., Ussing, L.F. (2019) “Impact of Activity Sequencing on Reducing Variability”, Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, ASCE, 145(3), pp. 04019001-1-9, DOI: 10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0001618.
  • Hamzeh, F. R., Al Hussein, H. (S), Faek, F. (S) (2018) “Investigating the Practice of Improvisation in Construction”, Journal of Management in Engineering, ASCE, 34(6). pp. 04018039-1-10, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)ME.1943-5479.0000652.
  • Hamzeh, F. R., Faek, F. (S), Al Hussein, H. (S) (2018) “Understanding Improvisation in Construction: Causes, Behaviors, and Consequences”, Construction Management and Economics, Taylor and Francis, 37(2), pp. 61-71.
  • Al Hattab, M. (S), Hamzeh, F.R. (2018) “Simulating the dynamics of social agents and information flows in BIM-based design”, Automation in Construction, Elsevier, Vol 92, (August 2018), pp. 1-22, DOI10.1016/j.autcon.2018.03.024.
  • Al Hattab, M. (S), Zankoul, E. (S), Barakat, M. (S), Hamzeh, F.R. (2018) “Selecting Optimal Location and Schedule Allocation for Overlapping Cranes”, Construction Innovation, Emerald. Vol. 18 Issue: 1, pp.43-63, https://doi.org/10.1108/CI-11-2016-0062.
  • Daher, N., Hamzeh, F.R., Khaddaj, S. (2017) “Breaking Down the Walls – An Introductory Course in Engineering and Architecture.” The International Journal of Engineering Education, Volume 33, Issue 6, 2017, pp. 1856-1867.
  • Al Hattab, M. (S), Hamzeh, F.R. (2017) “A Process-Social Perspective for Understanding Design Information Flow”. Lean Construction Journal, USA, pp 1-11.
  • Hamzeh F. R., Abdul Ghani, O. (S), Basha, M.B., (S) Abbas, Y. (S) (2017) “Modular concrete construction: The differing perspectives of designers, manufacturers, and contractors in Lebanon” Journal of Engineering Construction and Architectural Management (ECAM), Emerald, Vol. 24 Issue: 6, pp.935-949.
  • Al Hattab, M. (S), Zankoul, E. (S), Hamzeh, F.R. (2017) “Near Real-Time Optimization of Overlapping Tower Crane Operations: A Model and Case Study”, Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, ASCE, DOI: 10.1061/(ASCE)CP.1943-5487.0000666, pp. 1-16 
  • Hamzeh, F.R., Zankoul, E. (S), El Sakka, F. (S) (2016). “Removing Constraints to Make Tasks Ready in Weekly Work Planning” Procedia Engineering, Elsevier, 164 (2016), pp. 68 – 74.
  • Abou Ibrahim, H. (S), Hamzeh, F.R. (2016) “Enabling Lean Design Management: An LOD Based Framework”. Lean Construction Journal, USA, pp 12-24.
  • Al Hattab, M. (S), Hamzeh, F.R. (2016). “Analyzing Design Workflow: An Agent-based Modeling Approach” Procedia Engineering, Elsevier, 164 (2016), pp. 510 – 517.
  • Rouhana, C. (S), Hamzeh F.R., (2016) “An ABC Approach to Modeling the Emergence of ‘New Tasks’ in Weekly Construction Planning”, Lean Construction Journal. USA. pp. 35-56.
  • Alves, T., Pestana, A., Gilbert, E., Hamzeh, F.R. (2016). “Lean Principles for the Management of Construction Submittals and RFIs.” Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice, ASCE, pp. 
  • Hamzeh, F. R., Teokari, C. (S), Rouhana, C. (S), and Abbas, Y. (S), (2016). “Application of Hands-on Simulation Games to Improve Classroom Experience” European Journal of Engineering Education, pp 1-11, DOI:10.1080/03043797.2016.1190688.
  • Wehbe, F. (S), Al Hattab, M. (S), Hamzeh, F.R. (2016) “Exploring associations between resilience and construction safety performance in safety networks”, Safety Science, Elsevier, v 82, pp 338-351, DOI 10.1016.   
  • Hamzeh, F. R., Zankoul, E. (S), Rouhana, C. (S) (2015) “How can ‘tasks made ready’ during lookahead planning impact reliable workflow and project duration?” Construction Management and Economics, Taylor and Francis, pp 243-258, DOI 10.1080/01446193.2015.1047878. 
  • Hamzeh, F. R., Saab, I. (S), Tommelein, I. D., Ballard, G., (2015). “Understanding the Role of “Tasks Anticipated” in Lookahead Planning through Simulation”, Automation in Construction, Elsevier, pp 18-26, DOI 10.10.1016/j.autcon.2014.09.005 
  • Al Hattab, M. (S), Hamzeh, F. R., (2015) “Using Social Network Theory and Simulation to Compare Traditional versus BIM–lean practice for design error management”, Automation in Construction, Elsevier, pp 59-69, DOI 10.1016/j.autcon.2015.02.014
  • Hamzeh, F. R., El Jazzar, M. (S) (2015) “Self-Help as a Lean Approach to Mange UN Rehabilitation Projects”, The Global Lean Network Journal, Planet Lean.  
  • Malaeb, Z. (S), Hachem, H. (S), Tourbah, A. (S), Maalouf, T. (S), El Zarwi, N. (S), Hamzeh F.R. (2015) “3D Concrete Printing: Machine and Mix Design”, International Journal of Civil Engineering & Technology, Volume: 6, Issue: 6, pp 14-22
  • Hamzeh, F.R., Ballard, G., and Tommelein, I.D. (2012). “Rethinking Lookahead Planning to Optimize Construction Workflow”, Lean Construction Journal, ISSN 1555 -1369, pp. 15-34.
  • Singleton, M. (S), Hamzeh, F.R. (2011). “Implementing Integrated Project Delivery on Department of the Navy Construction Projects”, Lean Construction Journal, USA, pp. 17-31.

Book Chapters, Reports and Thesis

  • González, V.A., Hamzeh, F., and Alarcon, L.F. (Editors)* (2022). Lean Construction 4.0: Driving a Digital Revolution of Production Management in the AEC Industry, Routledge, Taylor and Francis, pp 345.
  • Hamzeh F. R., Khalife, S. (S), El Samad, G. (S), Rizk, L. (S), Abou Ibrahim, H. (S), Al Hattab, M. (S), Emdanat, S. (2020) “Advanced LPS Metrics for Construction Planning and Control”, Book chapter 16 in “Lean Project Delivery and Integrated Practices in Modern Construction” authored/edited by Lincoln H. Forbes and Syed M. Ahmed, Routledge, p. 32. 
  • Malaeb, Z. (S), Al Sakka, F., (S) and Hamzeh, F.R. (2019). 3D concrete printing: Machine design, mix proportioning, and mix comparison between different machine setups. Chapter 6 in the book “3D Concrete Printing Technology” edited by Jay G. Sanjayan, Ali Nazari and Behzad Nematollahi, Elsevier. 19 pp. 
  • Hamzeh, F. R., Teokari, C. (S), and Rouhana, C. (S) (2016) Using Forums and Simulation Exercises to Enhance Active Learning in Lean Construction Education. Ch. 6, pp 139-159, M. Abdulwahed et al. (eds.), Advances in Engineering Education in the Middle East and North Africa, Springer, DOI 10.1007/978-3-319-15323-0_6.
  • Hamzeh, F.R. (2009). Improving Construction Workflow – The Role of Production Planning and Control. Ph.D. Dissertation, Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, U.S.A., 273 pp.
  • Ballard, G., Hamzeh, F.R., and Tommelein, I.D. (2007). “The Last Planner Production Workbook- Improving Reliability in Planning and Workflow”, 2nd Edition, Lean Construction Institute, San Francisco, California, USA, pp. 81.
  • Hamzeh, F.R. (2006). “Margins of Quality for Hyatt Regency Curtain Wall System in New Orleans”, CE205B Course Proceedings-Margins of Quality in Engineered Systems, [TA 169 M37 2006 ENGI], Editors: John LaViolette and Rune Storesund, University of California, Berkeley, USA, pp. 12.

Refereed Conference Proceedings

  • Pourrahimian, E. *, Hamzeh, F., and AbouRizk, S. 2024 “Exploring the Characteristics of Effective Project Control Method”, International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering (ICCCBE), Montréal, Québec, Canada.
  • Salhab, D.*, Pourrahimian, E.*, Abourizk, S., Hamzeh, F. (2024). Workspaces Management: Key Metrics and Their Impact on Project Management. Canadian Society of Civil Engineers.
  • Lemouchi, R.*. Vergara, W.*,  Rivera, A. *, Chen, X.*, Bouferguene, A.,  Hamzeh, F. (2024). Optimizing Safety and Productivity with Discrete Event and Agent-Based Hybrid Simulation, Canadian Society of Civil Engineers.
  • Eltahan, A.* , Shehab, L.* & Hamzeh, F. 2024. Driving the Momentum Towards Adopting Wearable Cognitive Assistance in Lean Construction 4.0, Proceedings of the 32nd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC 32) , 1182-1194. doi.org/10.24928/2024/0182
  • Ead, R.* , Liu, K.* , Saleh, A. *, Assaf, S.* , Gonzalez-Moret, V. & Hamzeh, F. 2024. A Fuzzy Expert System for Measuring the Degree of Lean Implementation in Construction Projects, Proceedings of the 32nd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC 32) , 1147-1158. doi.org/10.24928/2024/0159
  • Assaf, S. *, Ezzedine, F. *, Nahle, A.* , Zahr, H.* & Hamzeh, F. 2024. Evaluating the Awareness of Designing Out Waste in Construction: A Lean–Green Synergy, Proceedings of the 32nd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC 32) , 1015-1026. doi.org/10.24928/2024/0192
  • Assaf, M.* , Hedges, O.* , Mao, Z.* , Golabchi, H.* , Li, X. *, Gonzalez, V. A. & Hamzeh, F. 2024. A BIM-Lean Approach to Implement Lean Principles in Offsite Construction Projects: A Cable-Stayed Bridge Case Study, Proceedings of the 32nd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC 32) , 684-696. doi.org/10.24928/2024/0146
  • Shehab, L. (S), and Hamzeh, F., (2024). “Bridging Construction Workers’ Minds and Bodies: A Conceptual Approach”. Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress 2024, ASCE,  Des Moines, US, 20-23 March, pp 667-677.
  • Pourrahimian, E. (S), Salhab, D. (S), Hamzeh, F., and AbouRizk, S. (2024). “Application of Chaos Theory in Project Management”, Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress 2024, ASCE,  Des Moines, US, 20-23 March, pp 601-610.
  • Shehab, L (S), & Hamzeh, F. 2023. Zooming Into Workers’ Psychology and Physiology Through a Lean Construction Lens, Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31), 92-103. doi.org/10.24928/2023/0162
  • Alsakka, F.(S) , Yu, H. , Hamzeh, F. & Al-Hussein, M. 2023. Factors Influencing Cycle Times in Offsite Construction, Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31) , 723-734. doi.org/10.24928/2023/0123
  • Malaeb, Z. (S), ElMenshawy, M. (S), Badreddine, A. (S), Azakir, O. (S) & Hamzeh, F. 2023. A Fuzzy Framework for Contractor Selection on IPD Projects, Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31), 276-284. doi.org/10.24928/2023/0107
  • Vecchio, V. (S), Abellanosa, A. D. (S), Konwat, B. (S), Wei, Y. (S), & Hamzeh, F. 2023. Collaborative Dialogue During the Pre-Tendering Phase to Maximize Project Value Generation, Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31) , 333-343. doi.org/10.24928/2023/0205
  • Neupane, P. (S) & Hamzeh, F. 2023. Safety Culture in Construction Industry of Nepal, Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31) , 365-376. doi.org/10.24928/2023/0114
  • Khalife, S. (S), & Hamzeh, F. 2023. How to Navigate the Dilemma of Value Delivery: A Value Identification Game, Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31), 663-673. doi.org/10.24928/2023/0235
  • Najafizadeh, N. (S), & Hamzeh, F. 2023. Developing a Framework for Assessing Team Alignment in Construction Using TVD, Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31), 858-869. doi.org/10.24928/2023/0111
  • Pourrahimian, E. (S), Shehab, L. (S), & Hamzeh, F. 2023. Investigating and Simulating Collaboration Among the LPS Phases, Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31) , 929-941. doi.org/10.24928/2023/0174
  • Dazmiri, D. G. (S) & Hamzeh, F. 2023. A Framework for Design Waste Mitigation in Off-Site Construction, Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31) , 1025-1036. doi.org/10.24928/2023/0119
  • Sheikhkhoshkar, M. (S), El-Haouzi, H. B., Aubry, A., Hamzeh, F. & Poshdar, M. 2023. Analyzing the Lean Principles in Integrated Planning and Scheduling Methods, Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31), 1196-1207. doi.org/10.24928/2023/0159
  • Salhab, D. (S), Alsakka, F. (S), & Hamzeh, F. 2023. A Narrative Review of Workspace Planning in Construction: Challenges and Insights, Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31), 1208-1219. doi.org/10.24928/2023/0161
  • Eivazi Ziaei, P. (S), Salhab, D. (S), Ahuja, R. & Hamzeh, F. 2023. Lean Health Check Framework, Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31) , 1498-1509. doi.org/10.24928/2023/0163
  • Momenifar, S. (S), Keyrouz, K. (S), & Hamzeh, F. 2023. Implementation of Lean Thinking to Improve Masonry Construction and Design, Proceedings of the 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC31), 1534-1545. doi.org/10.24928/2023/0195
  • Shehab, L. (S), Salhab, D. (S), Pourrahimian, E. (S), ElMenshawy, M.(S), & Hamzeh, F. (2022). “Agent-Based Modelling and Simulation of Multidimensional Impacts of Construction Labor Productivity Factors”. Proceedings of the 2022 Winter Simulation Conference WSC, Accepted.
  • Noueihed, K. (S), Hamzeh, F. (2022). “The Need for a Human-Centric Approach in C4.0 Technologies”. Proceedings of the 30th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC30), Edmonton, Canada, 27-29 Jul 2022. pp 820-831. doi.org/10.24928/2022/0194
  • Shehab, L. (S), Pourrahimian, E. (S), Salhab, D. (S), & Hamzeh, F. (2022). “LPS performance diagnosis model using fuzzy inference system”. Proceedings of the 30th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC30), Edmonton, Canada, 27-29 Jul 2022. pp 961-972. doi.org/10.24928/2022/0206
  • Gholinezhad-Dazmiri, D. (S), Aliasgari, R. (S), & Hamzeh, F. (2022). “Evaluating blockchain in construction supply chain management”. Proceedings of the 30th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC30), Edmonton, Canada, 27-29 Jul 2022. pp 1064-1074. doi.org/10.24928/2022/0215
  • Khalife, S. (S), Emadi, S. (S), Wilner, D. & Hamzeh, F. (2022). “Developing Project Value Attributes: A proposed process for value delivery on construction projects”. Proceedings of the 30th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC30), Edmonton, Canada, 27-29 Jul 2022. pp 913-924 doi.org/10.24928/2022/0202
  • Mansouri Asl, N. (S), Najafizadeh. N. (S), Fakhrzarei, M.(S), Hammad,A., & Hamzeh, F. (2022). “Framework for using LPS in design on IPD projects”. Proceeding of the 30th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC30), Edmonton, Canada, 27-29 Jul 2022. pp 1040-1051, doi.org/10.24928/2022/0213
  • Alsakka, F.(S), Darwish, M., Yu, H., Hamzeh, F., & Al-Hussein, M., (2022). “The Impacts of Lean Implementation Revealed in the Course of Building a Digital Twin of a Construction Manufacturing Facility”. Proceedings of the 30th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC30), Edmonton, Canada, 27-29 Jul 2022. pp 890-901, . doi.org/10.24928/2022/0200
  • Mohsen, O., Naumets, S., & Hamzeh, F. (2022). “Lean thinking to improve curriculum delivery in civil engineering using Monte Carlo simulation’. Proceedings of the 30h Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC30), 27-29 Jul 2022. pp 1-12. doi.org/10.24928/2022/0101
  •  Nguyen, P., Robinson Fayek, A., and Hamzeh, F., (2022). “A Sensor-Based Empirical Framework to Measure Construction Labor Productivity”, Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress 2022, Virginia, US, 9-12 March, pp 1-10.
  • Alsakka, F. (S),Hamzeh, F., Al-Hussein, M., Haitao, Y. (2022). “A Goal-Oriented Framework for Implementing Change in Off-Site Construction in the Industry 4.0 Era”, Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress 2022, Virginia, US, 9-12 March, pp 511-520.
  • Shehab, L. (S), Salhab, D. (S), Pourrahimian, E. (S), Noueihed, K. (S), Lucko, G., and Hamzeh, F., (2022). “Developing a Value Dashboard for Tracking Value Alignment during Design”, Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress 2022, Virginia, US, 9-12 March, pp 292-301.
  • Khalife, S. (S), and Hamzeh, F., (2022). “Developing a Value Dashboard for Tracking Value Alignment during Design”, Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress 2022, Virginia, US, 9-12 March, pp 513-523.
  • Hatoum, MB. (S), Nassereddine, H, Hamzeh, F., and Khoury, H (2021). “Analysis of Events and Exposures Leading to Construction Injuries in Developing Countries: The Case of Lebanon.” Proceedings of the Creative Construction Conference (CCC 2021) 28th-30th June 2021, Budapest, Hungary, v. 12118, pp 012045.
  • Hamzeh, F., González, V.A., Alarcon, L.F., and Khalife, S. (S) (2021). “Lean Construction 4.0: Exploring the Challenges of Development in the AEC Industry.” Proceedings 29th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC29), Lima, Peru, 14th – 16th July, pp 207-216.
  • Salhab, D. (S), Noueihed, K. (S), Fayek, A. (S), Hamzeh, F., and Ahuja, R. (2021). “A Framework for Implementing the Last Planner System in a Virtual Environment.” IGLC. Proceedings 29th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC29), Lima, Peru, 14th – 16th July, pp 75-84.
  • Kallassy, J. (S) and Hamzeh, F. (2021) “Developing a Lean Culture Index in Construction”. IGLC. Proceedings 29th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC29), Lima, Peru, 14th – 16th July, pp 504-513 .
  • Barkokebas B. (S), Brown R., Altaf M. S., Hamzeh F., Bouferguene A. and Al-Hussein M. (2020). "Evaluation of multi-skilled labour in an off-site construction facility using computer simulation hybrid approach" In: Proc. 37th CIB W78 Information Technology for Construction Conference (CIB W78), São Paulo, Brazil, pp. 488-502
  • Khalife, S. (S) & Hamzeh, F. 2020, 'Measuring Project Value: A Review of Current Practices and Relation to Project Success' In: Proc. 28th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC). Berkeley, California, USA, 6-10 Jul 2020. pp 37-48
  • Shehab, L.(S), Ezzeddine, A. (S), Hamzeh, F. & Power, W. 2020, 'Agent-Based Modelling and Simulation of Construction Crew Performance' In: Proc. 28th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC). Berkeley, California, USA, 6-10 Jul 2020. pp 1021-1032
  • Xiaosheng, T. (S) & Hamzeh, F. 2020, 'Precast Concrete Building Construction Process Comparison ' In: Proc. 28th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC). Berkeley, California, USA, 6-10 Jul 2020. pp 625-636.
  • Abou Ibrahim, H. (S), Hamzeh, F.R., (2020) ‘Planning BIM-Based Design Projects: A Product-Process Framework’, In: Proc. Construction Research Congress, ASCE, Phoenix, Arizona, 10 pp.
  • Khalife, S. (S) & Hamzeh, F. 2020, ‘Managing Perceived Project Value: An Exploratory Study into the Designer’s Role within the C-K Theory' In: Proc Construction Research Congress, ASCE, Phoenix, Arizona, 10 pp.
  • Hamzeh F. R., Shehab, L.(S), Ezzeddine, A. (S), Khalife, S. (S), El Samad, G., Emdanat, S. 2020, ‘Early warning Dashboard for Advanced Construction Planning Metrics' In: Proc Construction Research Congress, ASCE, Phoenix, Arizona, 10 pp.
  • Bou Hatoum, M. (S), Khoury, H., and Hamzeh F. R., 2020, ‘Perspectives of Contractors and Insurance Companies on Construction Safety Practices: Case of a Middle Eastern Developing Country’ In: Proc Construction Research Congress, ASCE, Phoenix, Arizona, 10 pp.
  • Abdallah, H. (S), Ezzedine, F. (S), Haddad, A. (S), Salami, G. (S), Sanboskani, H. (S), Dabaghi, M. & Hamzeh, F.R 2019, 'Employing generative design for sustainable construction' In: Proc of the Creative Construction Conference, CCC 2019, 29 June - 2 July, Budapest, Hungary, pp 692-698
  • Abdelkhalek, E. S. (S), Elsibai, M. D. (S), Ghosson, G. K. (S) & Hamzeh, F.R 2019, 'Analysis of Visual Management Practices for Construction Safety' In: Proc. 27th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC). Dublin, Ireland, 3-5 Jul 2019. pp 1069-1080
  • Abou Dargham, S. A. (S), Hatoum, M. B. (S), Tohme, M. (S) & Hamzeh, F.R 2019, 'Implementation of Integrated Project Delivery in Lebanon: Overcoming the Challenges' In: Proc. 27th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC). Dublin, Ireland, 3-5 Jul 2019. pp 917-928
  • Daoud, Y. (S), Ghannoum, C. (S), Antar, S. (S) & Hamzeh, F.R 2019, 'Evaluating the Lean-Enabling Competencies of Clients' In: Proc. 27th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC). Dublin, Ireland, 3-5 Jul 2019. pp 889-900
  • Abou Dargham, S. (S), Assaf, S. (S), Faour, K. (S) & Hamzeh, F.R 2019, 'Optimizing Material-Related Costs Using Dynamic Site Layout and Supply Chain Planning ' In: Proc. 27th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC). Dublin, Ireland, 3-5 Jul 2019. pp 699-710
  • Khalife, S. (S) & Hamzeh, F.R 2019, 'A Framework for Understanding the Dynamic Nature of Value in Design and Construction ' In: Proc. 27th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC). Dublin, Ireland, 3-5 Jul 2019. pp 617-628
  • Ghanem, M. (S), Albanna, R. (S), Hage, R. I. (S) & Hamzeh, F.R 2019, 'Comparing Lean Management Principles and Evolutionary Design in Nature' In: Proc. 27th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC). Dublin, Ireland, 3-5 Jul 2019. pp 573-582
  • Ezzeddine, A. (S), Shehab, L. (S), Hamzeh, F.R & Lucko, G. 2019, 'Singularity Functions to Enhance Monitoring in the Last Planner System' In: Proc. 27th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC). Dublin, Ireland, 3-5 Jul 2019. pp 287-298
  • Hamzeh, F.R & Albanna, R. (S) 2019, 'Developing a Tool to Assess Workers’ Understanding of Lean Concepts in Construction' In: Proc. 27th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC).. Dublin, Ireland, 3-5 Jul 2019. pp 179-190
  • Zaheraldeen, H. (S), Khoury, H. & Hamzeh, F.R. 2019, 'An AHP Approach for Selecting and Identifying Off-Site Construction Systems' In: Proc. 27th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC). Dublin, Ireland, 3-5 Jul 2019. pp 73-82
  • Malaeb, Z. (S), & Hamzeh, F.R. 2018, 'A Lean Perspective of Stakeholder Integration in Public Private Partnerships' In: 26th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction. Chennai, India, 18-20 Jul 2018. pp 3-12
  • Hatoum, M.B., (S), Mustapha, R.E., (S), Nassar, C., (S), Zaheraldeen, H. (S), & Hamzeh, F. R. 2018, 'Lean Methods to Improve End User Satisfaction in Higher Education Buildings' In: 26th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction. Chennai, India, 18-20 Jul 2018. pp 187-198
  • Rizk, R., (S), Sobh, D., (S), Yassin, A.A.A. (S), & Hamzeh, F.R. 2018, 'Studying the Mindset of Corruption in the Construction Industry - A Lean Perspective' In: 26th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction. Chennai, India, 18-20 Jul 2018. pp 316-325
  • Khalife, S., (S), Mneymneh, B.E., (S), Tawbe, A., (S), Chatila, M.H. (S), & Hamzeh, F.R. 2018, 'Employing Simulation to Study the Role of Design Structure Matrix in Reducing Waste in Design' In: 26th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction. Chennai, India, 18-20 Jul 2018. pp 879-889
  • Ghanem, M., (S), Hamzeh, F. R., Seppänen, O. & Zankoul, E. (S), 2018, 'A New Perspective of Construction Logistics and Production Control: An Exploratory Study' In: 26th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction. Chennai, India, 18-20 Jul 2018. pp 992-1001
  • Ghossaini, B.M., (S), Dehaini, K.Y., (S), Alruzz, M.A., (S), Eddine, N.A.F. (S), & Hamzeh, F.R. 2018, 'SyncLean: An Application for Improved Lean Construction Practice' In: 26th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction. Chennai, India, 18-20 Jul 2018. pp 1195-1205
  • Daramsis, A., (S), Faour, K., (S), Ahad, L.R.A., (S), Salami, G. (S), & Hamzeh, F.R. 2018, 'A Lean E-Governance Approach to Mitigate Corruption Within Official Processes in the Construction Industry' In: 26th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction. Chennai, India, 18-20 Jul 2018. pp 1251-1260
  • Malaeb, Z. (S), and Hamzeh, F.R. (2018). “Evaluating PPP Projects Using a Lean Framework”. Structural Engineering and Construction Conference, ISEC, (PRO--01)
  • Abou-Ibrahim, H. (S), and Hamzeh, F.R. (2018). “Managing Design Projects: Methods and Possible Improvements using BIM”. Structural Engineering and Construction Conference, ISEC, (AAE--05)
  • El Sakka, F., (S), Senan, M. H. (S), and Abou Yassin, A., (S), & Hamzeh, F. R., 2018, ‘Optimizing 3D printing path to minimize the formation of weak bonds’, Proceedings of the Creative Construction Conference (2018) Edited by: Miroslaw J. Skibniewski & Miklos Hajdu. pp 181-188. DOI 10.3311/CCC2018-024.
  • Abou Yassin, A. (S), Hamzeh, F. R., El Sakka, F., (S), & Alhussein, H. (S), 2018, ‘Simulating the Workflow of Industrial Robotic Steel and Concrete 3D Printers to Build Organic Shaped Structures’, Proceedings of the Creative Construction Conference (2018) Edited by: Miroslaw J. Skibniewski & Miklos Hajdu. pp 90-97, DOI 10.3311/CCC2018-013
  • Alhussein, H. (S), Hamzeh, F. R., & Abou Yassin, A. (S) 2018, ‘Analysis of Improvisation in Construction Through Agent-based Modelling’, Proceedings of the Creative Construction Conference (2018) Edited by: Miroslaw J. Skibniewski & Miklos Hajdu. pp 296-303, DOI 10.3311/CCC2018-040
  • Samad, G.E. (S), Hamzeh, F.R., & Emdanat, S. 2017, 'Last Planner System – the Need for New Metrics' In: 25th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction. Heraklion, Greece, 9-12 Jul 2017. pp 637-644
  • Rizk, L. (S), Hamzeh, F.R., & Emdanat, S. 2017, 'Introducing New Capacity Planning Metrics in Production Planning' In: 25th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction. Heraklion, Greece, 9-12 Jul 2017. pp 679-686
  • El Sakka, F. (S) & Hamzeh, F.R., 2017, '3D Concrete Printing in the Service of Lean Construction.' In: 25th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction. Heraklion, Greece, 9-12 Jul 2017. pp 781-788
  • Abou-Ibrahim (S), H. & Hamzeh, F.R., 2017, 'Design Management: Metrics and Visual Tools ' In: 25th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction. Heraklion, Greece, 9-12 Jul 2017. pp 465-473
  • Hamzeh, F.R., Kallassy, J. (S), Lahoud, M., and Azar, R. (2016). “The First Extensive Implementation of Lean and LPS in Lebanon: Results and Reflections.” In: Proc. 24th Ann. Conf. of the Int’l. Group for Lean Construction, Boston, MA, USA, sect.6 pp. 33–42.  
  • Sleiman, J., Zankoul, E. (S), Khoury, H., and Hamzeh, F.R. (2016) Sensor-Based Planning Tool for Tower Crane Anti-Collision Monitoring on Construction Sites. Construction Research Congress 2016, ASCE, pp. 2624-2632.  
  • Al Hattab, M. (S), and Hamzeh, F.R. (2016). “Modeling Design Workflow: Integrating Process and Organization.” In: Proc. 24th Ann. Conf. of the Int’l. Group for Lean Construction, Boston, MA, USA, sect.5 pp. 53–62.  
  • Abou-Ibrahim, H. (S), and Hamzeh, F. R. (2016). “BIM: a TFV Perspective to Manage Design Using the LOD Concept.” In: Proc. 24th Ann. Conf. of the Int’l. Group for Lean Construction, Boston, MA, USA, sect.4, pp. 3–12.  
  •  Khaddaj, M.B. (S), Kachouh, H. (S), Halaby, B. (S), and Hamzeh, F.R. (2016). “Lean Management Principles and Stigmergy.” In: Proc. 24th Ann. Conf. of the Int’l. Group for Lean Construction, Boston, MA, USA, sect.7, pp. 23–32. 
  • El Sakka, F. (S), Eid, K. (S), Narciss, T. (S), and Hamzeh, F.R., (2016). “Integrating Lean into Modular Construction: A Detailed Case Study of Company X” In: Proc. 24th Ann. Conf. of the Int’l. Group for Lean Construction, Boston, MA, USA, sect.8 pp. 23–32.  
  • Awada, M.A(S), Lakkis, B.S. (S), Doughan, A.R. (S), and Hamzeh, F.R. (2016). “Influence of Lean Concepts on Safety in the Lebanese Construction Industry.” In: Proc. 24th Ann. Conf. of the Int’l. Group for Lean Construction, Boston, MA, USA, sect.11 pp. 63–72.  
  • Damaj, O. (S), Fakhreddine, M. (S), Lahoud, M. (S), and Hamzeh, F.R. (2016) Implementing Ergonomics in Construction to Improve Work Performance.” In: Proc. 24th Ann. Conf. of the Int’l. Group for Lean Construction, Boston, MA, USA, sect.11 pp. 53-62.  
  • Hamzeh, F.R., Hajj, H., Daher, N., Aramouny, C., Shehadeh, M., and, Najjar, K., (2015). “A Multi-disciplinary Approach to Developing an Introductory Course in Engineering and Architecture”. In Proc. 10th World Congress on Engineering Education, At Beirut, Lebanon, Volume: 2015.
  • Daou, E. (S), Gharzouzi, P. (S), Sreih, E. (S) & Hamzeh, F.R. (2015) “Instantask: Designing a Visual Application for Enabling Agile Planning Response”, In: Seppänen, O., González, V.A. & Arroyo, P., 23rd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Perth, Australia, 29-31 Jul 2015. pp 23-32.
  • Abou Ibrahim, H.A.A. (S) & Hamzeh, F.R. (2015) “Expected Lean Effects of Advanced High-Rise Formwork Systems”, In: Seppänen, O., González, V.A. & Arroyo, P., 23rd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Perth, Australia, 29-31 Jul 2015. pp 83-92.
  • El Jazzar, M.S. (S) & Hamzeh, F. R. (2015) “Post Measuring the Last Planner Metrics in Shelter Rehabilitation Projects”, In: Seppänen, O., González, V.A. & Arroyo, P., 23rd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Perth, Australia, 29-31 Jul 2015. pp 783-792.
  • Abou Ibrahim, H. (S), and Hamzeh, F. R., (2015) “Role of Formwork Systems in High-Rise Construction”, In: Proceedings of ICSC15: The Canadian Society for Civil Engineering 5th International/11th Construction Specialty Conference, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada, June 7-10., pp 349:1-10.
  • Hamzeh, F.R., Abdul Ghani, O, (S)and Abou Ibrahim, H. (S) (2015) “Analyzing Obstacles and Exploring Opportunities to Improve Modular Industrialized Construction in Lebanon”, Proceedings of 2015 Modular and Off-site Construction (MOC) Summit & 1st International Conference on the Industrialization of Construction [ICIC], May 19-21, Edmonton, Alberta, pp. 283- 290.
  • Al Hattab, M. (S), Zankoul, E. (S), Hamzeh F. (2014) “Optimizing Joint Operation of Two Tower Cranes through Look-ahead Planning and Process Simulation”, Proc. for the 22nd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Oslo, Norway, pp. 535-546.
  • Faloughi, M. (S), Bechara, W. (S), Chamoun, J. (S), Hamzeh F. (2014) “SimpLean: An Effective Tool for Optimizing Construction Workflow”, Proc. for the 22nd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Oslo, Norway, pp. 281-292.
  • Rouhana, C. (S), Aoun, M. (S), Faek, F. (S), El Jazzar, M. (S), Hamzeh F. (2014) “The Reduction of Construction Duration by Implementing Contour Crafting (3D Printing)”, Proc. for the 22nd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Oslo, Norway, pp. 1031-1042.
  • Rached, F. (S), Hraoui, Y. (S), Karam, A. (S), Hamzeh F. (2014) “Implementation of IPD in the Middle East and its Challenges”, Proc. for the 22nd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Oslo, Norway, pp. 293-304.
  • Yassine, T. (S), Basha, B. (S), Faek, F. (S), Hamzeh, F. (2014) “Implementing Takt-Time Planning in Construction to Improve Work Flow”, Proc. for the 22nd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Oslo, Norway, pp. 787-798.
  • Aslesen, S., Sandberg, E., Hamzeh, F., Wehbe, F. (S) (2014) “Improving Safety Performance: Using deviation Reporting as a Source for Continuous Improvement”, Proc. for the 22nd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Oslo, Norway, pp. 1435-1446.
  • Hattab, M. (S), Hamzeh, F. (2013) “Information Flow Comparison Between Traditional and BIM-Based Projects in the Design Phase”, Proc. for the 21st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Fortaleza, Brazil, pp. 761- 760.
  • Hamzeh, F., Aridi, O. (S) (2013) “Modeling the Last Planner System Metrics: A Case Study of an AEC Company”, Proc. for the 21st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Fortaleza, Brazil, pp. 599- 608.
  • Tsao, C., Azambuja, M., Hamzeh, F., Menches, C., Rybkowski, Z. (2013) “Teaching Lean Construction- Perspective on Theory and Practice”, Proc. for the 21st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Fortaleza, Brazil, pp. 977- 986.
  • Wehbe, F. (S), Hamzeh, F. (2013) “Failure Mode and Effect Analysis as a Tool for Risk Management in Construction Planning”, Proc. for the 21st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Fortaleza, Brazil, pp. 481- 490.
  • Eljazzar, A. (S), Beydoun, A. (S), Hamzeh, F. (2013), “Optimizing Workflow for Shelter Rehabilitation Projects in Refugee Camps”, Proc. for the 21st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Fortaleza, Brazil, pp. 491- 501.
  • Hamzeh, F.R., Abi Morshed, F. (S), Jalwan, H. (S), and Saab, I. (S) (2012). ”Is Improvisation Compatible with Lookahead Planning? An Exploratory Study”, Proc. of the 20th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, IGLC 20, 18-20 July, San Diego, CA, USA, pp. 441- 450.
  • Hamzeh, F.R., and Langerud, B. (S) (2011). “Using Simulation to Study the Impact of Improving Lookahead Planning on the Reliability of Production Planning”, 2011 Winter Simulation Conference, 11-14 December, Phoenix Arizona, pp. 3436-3447.
  • Hamzeh, F.R. (2011).” The Lean Journey: Implementing the Last Planner System in Construction”, Proc. of the 19th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, IGLC 19, 13-15 July, Lima, Peru, pp. 379- 390. 
  • Hamzeh, F.R., and Jacobs, F. (2010). “Open Forum as an Active Learning Method for Teaching Lean Construction”, Proceedings of the Lean Advancement Initiative, 5th LAI/EdNet Lean Educator Conference, May 19-21, Daytona Beach, Florida.
  • Hamzeh, F.R., and Bergstrom, E. (S) (2010). “The Lean Transformation: A Framework for Successful Implementation of the Last PlannerTM System in Construction”, Proc. 46th Ann. Int'l Conf. of the Associated Schools of Construction, ASC 46. 07-10 April, Boston, Massachusetts.
  • Hamzeh, F.R., Ballard, G., and Tommelein, I.D. (2009). “Is the Last Planner System Applicable to Design? A Case Study”, Proc. 17th Ann. Conf. Int’l. Group for Lean Constr., IGLC 17, 15-17 July, Taipei, Taiwan, pp. 165-176.
  • Hamzeh, F.R., Ballard, G., and Tommelein, I.D. (2008). “Improving Construction Workflow- The Connective Role of Lookahead Planning”, Proc. of the 16th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, IGLC 16, 16-18 July, Manchester, UK, pp. 635-646.
  • Hamzeh, F.R., Tommelein, I.D., Ballard, G., and Kaminsky, P. (2007).” Logistics Centers to Support Project-Based Production in the Construction Industry”, Proc. 15th Ann. Conf. Int’l. Group for Lean Constr IGLC 15, 18-20 July, East Lansing, Michigan, USA, pp. 181-191.

Courses

CIV E 303 - Project Management

Planning and scheduling; theories and techniques of project management.

Winter Term 2025

CIV E 611 - Lean Construction

Lean thinking, Lean theory, production system design, the last planner system, value stream mapping, integrated project delivery, location-based management, target value design, process improvement, choosing by advantages, fundamental project management concepts and techniques to define, plan, and execute construction projects, actions that can be taken to meet and sometimes exceed expectations for project time, cost, and quality, importance of communication and risk management. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor

Winter Term 2025

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