Owner's project management for leed and well standards, and sustainable buildings across design, construction and operation phases : a case study of a high-rise project in Ho Chi Minh City | |
| Author | Nguyen Tuan Vu |
| Call Number | AIT Proj. no.MPM-CM-25-02 |
| Subject(s) | Project management--Vietnam--Case studies Sustainable buildings--Design and construction--Vietnam--Case studies |
| Note | A project submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Engineering (Professional) in Construction Engineering and Infrastructure Management |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Abstract | Urbanization and construction activities significantly contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, these activities also disrupt local ecosystems and intensify the adverse impacts of climate change. The increasing global emphasis on sustainable development and green building practices inspired the focus of this research, which centers on integrating LEED and WELL certifications in construction projects. These certifications, emphasizing both environmental sustainability and occupant well-being, are becoming essential benchmarks for modern urban developments, particularly in cities like Ho Chi Minh City. The main objective of this study is to explore how LEED and WELL standards can be effectively incorporated into the project management framework, ensuring compliance from the design phase through construction and into operation. Using a detailed case study of a high-rise building project in Ho Chi Minh City, this research demonstrates the practical application of these certifications in a real-world setting. The NEXUS project in Ho Chi Minh City exemplifies efforts to incorporate sustainable practices in the local construction industry, with the goal of achieving multiple green certifications to ensure comprehensive sustainability across various project stages. In this case study, I aimed to integrate the three lifecycle phases of building construction with two green standards, LEED and WELL, from initiation to operation. After three years of project practice, several challenges were encountered, providing valuable lessons and solutions. While The NEXUS project was successfully handed over for operation on time, there was a minor delay in receiving the green certifications. This study concludes that incorporating LEED and WELL certifications in construction projects enhances both environmental performance and occupant health, while also increasing property value. The proposed framework provides practical strategies for project managers and highlights areas for improvement, such as the need for greater availability of sustainable materials and enhanced contractor knowledge in Vietnam. |
| Year | 2025 |
| Type | Project |
| School | School of Engineering and Technology |
| Department | Department of Civil and Infrastucture Engineering (DCIE) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Construction Engineering and Infrastructure Management (Professional Master) (MPM-CM) |
| Chairperson(s) | Hadikusumo, Bonaventura H. W. |
| Examination Committee(s) | Sakul Pochanart;Wasan Teerajetgul |
| Degree | Project (M. Eng.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 2025 |