Abstract

This research concerns, with studying the proposed of a simulation program,
which is related with the process of movement and handling of construction materials
on site. to reduce the handling wastes cost. This research deals with all factors affecting
construction materials movement on site. Through a proposed program, weakness points
of the mentioned factors can be specified and treated either with an applied program or
Administrative procedures. Detailed literature survey was performed, detailed field
investigation, analysis of collected data, and interviews with selected and well qualified
and experienced management personal representing a wide variety of construction firms
and companies. The results obtained from the mentioned actions confirmed the research
hypothesis.
A computer program was prepared, to simulate all construction materials
movement stages affecting the movement and handling of construction materials. The
proposed program, includes and perform several functions such as , simulation of
construction materials management activities, evaluation of the existing status, finding
out management solutions and training aspects, that helps in training engineers,
possessing little experience in managing construction materials on site.
To examine the capability extent of applying the proposed program at the site, the
program function applied on tow construction projects and to be examined by experts.
The examination was illustrated the program efficiency to reduce movement and
handling costs of construction materials. The research recommended the applications of
the proposed program to get its benefits and to achieve the research objectives. Further
and future researches were proposed, such as expert system to evaluate and develop the
performance of construction management in the field of on site materials management.