College - Author 1
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
Department - Author 1
Construction Management Department
Degree Name - Author 1
BS in Construction Management
Date
6-2026
Primary Advisor/Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Dan Knight, College of Architecture and Environmental Design, Construction Management Department
Abstract/Summary
The construction industry continues to grow and seek methods that can further improve project efficiency, reduce costs, and shorten project schedules without sacrificing quality. In recent years, one construction method that has gained the attention of many construction professionals is modular construction, which shifts a significant amount of construction activity from the jobsite to a controlled manufacturing environment. The purpose of this research was to evaluate modular construction and compare its performance to traditional construction methods. A literature review, published case studies, and industry perspective were utilized to examine project cost, schedule performance, quality, safety, and environmental impacts. The findings demonstrated measurable benefits associated with modular construction, including project cost savings of up to 25% and schedule reductions of up to 40%. However, despite these benefits, several limitations were identified, including transportation constraints, increased planning requirements, coordination challenges, and additional material requirements. Overall, this research suggests that modular construction can have a significant impact on project performance when implemented under appropriate project conditions; however, additional research is needed to determine its effectiveness across a wider variety of project types.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/cmsp/1044
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