Value Management for sustainable built environment in Nigeria

The Nigerian Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry suffers from poor performance especially in the aspect of sustainable construction. Using diverse construction practices available to achieve successful construction- without posing any danger to the environment, society and the economy -is necessary to rectify this menace. One of such practices is Value Management (VM), which has beenadopted by some developed and developing countries around the world and has proven to be highlybeneficial. This study therefore assessed the adoption of VM and its benefits in the delivery of sustainableconstruction within the built environment in the country. The study adopted a survey approach in whichconstruction professionals within the six geo-political zones of the country were sampled. Data werecollected through the use of questionnaire, while percentage, mean and one-samples t-test were used toanalyse the data gathered. Findings revealed that construction professionals have a considerable amountof knowledge as regards VM practice, however, the level of usage of the practice is still on the average. Some of the benefits of the adoption of VM are; ability to identify possible problems early, eliminatingunnecessary designs, reduce waste, and ensuring that the project is delivered in the most cost-effectiveway.