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1. Introduction to Pre-Project Planning in High-Rise Construction
1-Pre-Project-Planning-in-High-Rise-Construction
Overview of the construction project lifecycle with emphasis on the pre-project phase.
Importance of early planning for G+45 high-rise buildings.
Roles and responsibilities of stakeholders at this stage.
Real scenario: How pre-project planning prevented costly delays in a Dubai high-rise.
2. Project Identification and Initial Screening
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Techniques for identifying viable high-rise construction opportunities.
Screening criteria: location, market need, and regulatory fit.
Example: Screening process for a new commercial tower in Mumbai.
3. Assimilation of Client Needs and Stakeholder Analysis
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Methods for gathering and prioritizing client requirements.
Stakeholder mapping and management strategies.
Case study: Stakeholder conflicts in a GCC luxury residential tower and their resolution.
4. Market Assessment and Demand Analysis
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Tools for market research and demand forecasting for high-rise projects.
Competitor analysis and absorption rates.
Example: Market feasibility study for a mixed-use skyscraper in Bengaluru.
5. Site Selection and Detailed Site Analysis
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Criteria for selecting optimal sites: accessibility, utilities, surroundings.
Techniques: topographical surveys, geotechnical investigations.
Real scenario: Site rejection due to poor soil conditions in Abu Dhabi.
6. Legal, Regulatory, and Zoning Considerations
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Navigating local building codes, zoning laws, and approval processes.
Environmental clearances and FSI (Floor Space Index) regulations.
Example: Regulatory hurdles in obtaining height clearances in Mumbai.
7. Technical Feasibility and Conceptual Design
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Assessing technical requirements: structural systems, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) integration.
Conceptual design development and preliminary engineering.
Example: Adapting design to seismic zones in NCR (National Capital Region), India.
8. Environmental and Social Impact Assessment
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Conducting Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Social Impact Assessments (SIA).
Mitigation strategies for identified impacts.
Case study: EIA for a waterfront high-rise in Dubai and its influence on design.
9. Infrastructure and Utilities Assessment
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Evaluating existing infrastructure: roads, power, water, sewage.
Planning for upgrades or new connections.
Example: Overcoming infrastructure bottlenecks for a high-rise in Hyderabad IT corridor.
10. Financial Feasibility and Cost-Benefit Analysis
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Estimating capital and operational expenditures.
Financial modeling: NPV, IRR, payback period, ROI.
Example: Financial feasibility analysis for a luxury apartment tower in Doha.
11. Risk Identification and Management in High-Rise Projects
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Systematic risk identification: technical, financial, regulatory, environmental.
Risk assessment tools and mitigation planning.
Real scenario: Managing construction risks during the COVID-19 pandemic in GCC.
12. Project Execution Planning and Scheduling
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Developing a preliminary project execution plan.
High-level scheduling: Gantt charts, critical path method.
Example: Fast-tracking techniques for a commercial high-rise in Pune.
13. Procurement and Contracting Strategies
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Overview of procurement methods: EPC, Design-Build, CM at Risk.
Contract types and tendering processes.
Case study: Selecting the right procurement method for a mixed-use tower in Riyadh.
14. Life Cycle Analysis and Sustainability Considerations
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Assessing the environmental footprint over the building’s life cycle.
Incorporating green building standards (LEED, IGBC).
Example: LEED Platinum certification journey for a Chennai high-rise.
15. Compilation, Reporting, and Decision-Making
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Structuring comprehensive feasibility reports.
Presenting findings to decision-makers for go/no-go decisions.
Example: Board presentation for a new high-rise investment in Dubai Marina.