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Annual Student Competition

Student Competition 2026

Integrated Mixed-Use Development – Urban Residential & Commercial Hub. Using Oracle Primavera P6 to deliver a real-world project management experience.

University of Nairobi
2026
Built Environment Students
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Project Case Study

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

Reception and Waiting Areas Consultation Rooms Treatment and Minor Procedure Rooms Pharmacy Laboratory and Diagnostic Area Maternal and Child Health Unit

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

Location: Choose your location Duration: 18–24 months Approvals: Regulatory approvals required before construction
Academic & Industry Excellence

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

Academic Expertise
Industry Experience
Student Mentorship
How It Works

Competition Structure

The competition is conducted in six distinct phases designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience.

1

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.

2

Competition Kick-Off

A kick-off session introduces the competition framework, provides software guidance, and explains case study requirements and deliverables.

3

Case Study Allocation

A comprehensive project case study is provided, outlining scope, objectives, and expected outputs for the competition.

4

Project Development

Participants utilize industry-standard tools to develop and analyze project schedules, resources, costs, and risks.

5

Presentation & Evaluation

Each group presents their work to a panel of academic and industry examiners. Presentations are evaluated based on predefined criteria.

6

Awarding Ceremony

Winning groups are recognized and awarded based on performance and innovation demonstrated throughout the competition.

Judging Standards

Evaluation Criteria

Projects will be evaluated based on technical accuracy, practical application, innovation, and professional presentation.

Criterion 1

Technical Accuracy

Effective utilization of industry-standard tools and correct application of project management principles.

Criterion 2

Quality & Feasibility

Practicality of proposed solutions and quality of scheduling/resource management.

Criterion 3

Innovation

Creativity and innovative approaches to solving project challenges.

Criterion 4

Presentation

Professionalism and clarity of presentation to the evaluation panel.

Meet the Judges

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

Our Partners

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 Kenya

Industry Partner

Association of Construction Managers of Kenya

Industry Partner

Institution of Surveyors of Kenya
Rewards

Prizes & 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.