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Extent of Value Management Practice and Integration of Flood Resilience Considerations in Building Projects in Coastal Lagos, Nigeria

Oluwasegun O. Ogungbenle Akinwale O. Coker

Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology  ·  Area of research: Construction

DOI: 10.64388/ire1725129

Abstract

Managing the challenge of flooding is an important aspect to consider when developing buildings in coastal areas of Lagos. Value Management can be used to provide structure when considering the functions associated with a project. It also considers the different options available to achieve value through efficient use of resources. There are concerns regarding how much flood resilience is being considered during Value Management activities on building projects in coastal Lagos. This study looked at how Value Management is currently being practiced and how much flood resilience is being considered in relation to Value Management activities on buildings projects in Lagos, Nigeria. A convergent mixed-methods approach was used during the research phase. Data was gathered by completing a structured questionnaire targeting built environment professionals and other relevant project stakeholders. A total of 325 valid responses were received out of a total of 348 questionnaires (93.4%). 20 experienced practitioners were also interviewed. Statistical analysis was completed by calculating the mean score and standard deviation of quantitative responses. Qualitative responses were analysed using thematic analysis. Results showed that there is a moderate amount of Value Management activities being implemented (overall mean score 2.88). Systematic consideration of alternative solutions in design and construction had the highest mean score (3.29). Functional analysis had the next highest mean score (3.21). Incorporating flood risk and resilience requirements was ranked lower with a mean score of 2.49. Considering the life cycle performance of flood resilience had a mean score of 2.51. Findings show that whilst traditional Value Management activities are being practised to a moderate extent, flood resilience is not being considered to a great extent. It should be explicitly considered during Value Management activities throughout the planning, design evaluation and life cycle stages.

Keywords

Value Management, flood resilience, building projects, lifecycle performance, coastal Lagos, construction industry

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How to cite this paper

Oluwasegun O. Ogungbenle, Akinwale O. Coker "Extent of Value Management Practice and Integration of Flood Resilience Considerations in Building Projects in Coastal Lagos, Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 10 Issue 5 2026 Page 2762-2774 https://doi.org/10.64388/ire1725129
Oluwasegun O. Ogungbenle, Akinwale O. Coker "Extent of Value Management Practice and Integration of Flood Resilience Considerations in Building Projects in Coastal Lagos, Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 10, no. 5, Nov. 2026, doi: https://doi.org/10.64388/ire1725129
Oluwasegun O. Ogungbenle, Akinwale O. Coker (2026). Extent of Value Management Practice and Integration of Flood Resilience Considerations in Building Projects in Coastal Lagos, Nigeria. Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 10(5). doi: https://doi.org/10.64388/ire1725129
Oluwasegun O. Ogungbenle, Akinwale O. Coker "Extent of Value Management Practice and Integration of Flood Resilience Considerations in Building Projects in Coastal Lagos, Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 10, no. 5, Nov. 2026. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.64388/ire1725129
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