Introduction of innovative technical solutions in construction on the basis of the concept of engineering

Abstract

Introduction of innovative technical solutions in construction is an important element in improving the competitiveness of construction companies. The main impediments to the introduction of innovations in construction were defined. The concept of engineering in construction is disclosed, and a possibility of using it as a development instrument in construction to solve the actual problem related to increasing the operating efficiency of construction process participants was analysed. The purpose of the article is to define a mechanism for the assessment of the effectiveness of innovative technical solutions introduction in construction on the basis of the concept of engineering. The article uses data on the results of the research in the area of studying of modern innovative solutions in construction conducted in 2017. Over 50 solutions were analysed, including new and improved building materials, constructions, technological solutions, modern solutions in the area of building engineering systems. A comparative express analysis of traditional and innovative solutions by qualitative characteristics, novelty and efficiency was carried out. The results of the study made it possible to define a set of basic options for effectiveness evaluation for different types of innovative technical solutions in construction, including local solutions and complex ones that can have a significant impact on the effectiveness of a construction project as a whole. A mechanism for the selection of innovative technical solutions in construction on the basis of developed criteria for an effective engineering solution was proposed. The necessity of assessing the efficiency of innovative technical solutions in construction at all stages of the life cycle of a piece of property considering the total cost of ownership was substantiated. Principal directions for the integration of engineering instruments into the activities of development companies in construction were proposed.