Sustainable construction involves the judicious use of resources so as to satisfy the demands of both present and future generations. It is supported on three pillars namely economic, environmental and social. This study aims to understand the key performance indicators of sustainability. Based on the literature review, this study develops a set of performance indicators relevant to Indian construction industry. Questionnaires and interviews are conducted among the architects and engineers. Using Relative Importance Index, the identified indicators are prioritised.

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An efficient project delivery method is the key factor for any venture. For rapidly growing constructions, an effective mode of contracting is needed. When compared with other modes of contracts, EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) contracts have better risk allocation, fixed cost and fixed time. Governments also prefer contracting modes with less risks to them, and EPC is one among them. From review of literature, it has been found that EPC contracts are being extensively used in highway constructions. In Kerala, two prestigious projects, Kollam and Alappuzha bypass, have been done in the EPC mode. For the two bypass projects, risk identification, analysis, assessment and treatment strategies adopted are studied. Direct interviews and questionnaire surveys were conducted on the project personnel.

Public-Private Partnerships (PPP), now applied widely in the global construction market, are more complex than conventional public procurements in economic, social, political, legal, and administrative aspects. Therefore, in order to ensure good performance and subsequent success of project, PPPs require a well-formulated performance management system that takes into consideration the perspectives of all stakeholders involved. A general agreement on how to measure success is necessary, which may be achieved by the definition of Performance Objectives (POs) of the project. Further statistical evidence, often labelled Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), may be employed to ensure that the actual progress is at par with the targeted. Determination of appropriate POs and KPIs is important for successful performance management. Numerous studies have been conducted worldwide to identify a desirable set of POs and KPIs in PPPs.