Student Competition 2026
Integrated Mixed-Use Development – Urban Residential & Commercial Hub. Using Oracle Primavera P6 to deliver a real-world project management experience.
Integrated Mixed-Use Development – Urban Residential & Commercial Hub
The case study focuses on a community impact driven clinic development designed to improve access to quality healthcare while creating social value.
Project Components
Project Objectives
Deliver a Financially Viable Development
Optimize project economics while maintaining quality standards.
Schedule Optimization
Use Primavera P6 to create an efficient project timeline.
Cost Efficiency
Achieve cost savings without compromising on quality.
Sustainable Practices
Integrate sustainable construction methods and materials.
Functional Design
Enhance user experience through thoughtful spatial design.
Timely Delivery
Ensure on-time project completion and monetization.
Scope of Work
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Critical Path Analysis
- Key Milestones & Dependencies
- Project Risk Management
- Mitigation Strategies
Expected Outputs
- Project Schedule (Primavera P6)
- Critical Path Analysis
- Project Report & Presentation
- Gantt Charts & Dashboards
Key Assumptions
Guided by Industry & Academic Experts
Our competition is guided by experienced faculty from the University of Nairobi Faculty of Built Environment, who bring both academic expertise and industry experience to ensure practical relevance.
University of Nairobi
Faculty of Built Environment
John Doe
Dean
Faculty of the Built Environment
Jane Smith
Senior Lecturer
Department of Construction Management
Michael Brown
Lecturer
Department of Construction Management
Competition Structure
The competition is conducted in six distinct phases designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience.
Registration & Launch
Participants register through the provided link before the deadline. The competition is officially launched with an introduction to the framework and case study requirements.
Competition Kick-Off
A kick-off session introduces the competition framework, provides software guidance, and explains case study requirements and deliverables.
Case Study Allocation
A comprehensive project case study is provided, outlining scope, objectives, and expected outputs for the competition.
Project Development
Participants utilize industry-standard tools to develop and analyze project schedules, resources, costs, and risks.
Presentation & Evaluation
Each group presents their work to a panel of academic and industry examiners. Presentations are evaluated based on predefined criteria.
Awarding Ceremony
Winning groups are recognized and awarded based on performance and innovation demonstrated throughout the competition.
Evaluation Criteria
Projects will be evaluated based on technical accuracy, practical application, innovation, and professional presentation.
Technical Accuracy
Effective utilization of industry-standard tools and correct application of project management principles.
Quality & Feasibility
Practicality of proposed solutions and quality of scheduling/resource management.
Innovation
Creativity and innovative approaches to solving project challenges.
Presentation
Professionalism and clarity of presentation to the evaluation panel.
Our Judges Panel
Our panel consists of experienced academics and industry professionals who will evaluate projects based on technical accuracy, innovation, and practical application.
John Doe
Senior Lecturer
University of Nairobi, Department of Construction Management
Jane Smith
Project Director
National Construction Authority
Michael Brown
Senior Project Manager
Oracle Corporation
Sarah Wilson
Dean
Faculty of the Built Environment, UoN
Sponsors & Partners
We thank our sponsors and partners for making this competition possible.
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Academic Partner
University of Nairobi
Faculty of Built Environment
Industry Partner
Institute of Quantity Surveyors KenyaIndustry Partner
Association of Construction Managers of KenyaIndustry Partner
Institution of Surveyors of KenyaPrizes & Awards
Compete for exciting prizes and recognition that will boost your career in construction management.
1st Place
Prize and professional certification
2nd Place
Prize and professional certification
3rd Place
Prize and academic resources
Best Innovation Award
Recognition for most innovative solution approach
Ready to Compete?
Join the constructED 2026 Annual Student Competition and gain valuable hands-on experience.