About this journal

Aims and scope

The International Journal of Construction Education and Research is a respected international refereed journal that publishes original works addressing cutting edge, global issues in construction. The journal recognizes scholarly work in the areas of construction education and construction research by preserving and disseminating research (both quantitative and qualitative). The journal seeks original manuscripts that contribute to the understanding of issues and topics associated with construction education and the construction industry. The scope of the journal embraces pedagogical and industry content through a broad spectrum of construction-related topics including but not limited to:
  • Materials and methods
  • Estimating
  • Contracts, construction law, and dispute resolution
  • Labor, equipment, and productivity
  • Workforce development
  • Project management
  • Alternative delivery methods
  • Building and information technology
  • Automation and robotics
  • Mechanical and electrical systems
  • Sustainability
  • Planning, decision-making, and risk management
  • Specialty subcontracting
  • Scheduling
  • International construction and globalization
  • Procurement and project logistics
  • Case studies

While research manuscripts are encouraged, another aim of the Journal is to embrace those manuscripts that may be outside of traditional research formats. Naturally, problem statements, literature reviews, and methodologies and analyses resulting in contributions to the existing body of knowledge are required of all submissions. On occasion, special submissions may be solicited on a specific and relevant topic.

The Journal supports the mission of the Associated Schools of Construction (ASC), a professional association comprised of about 150 universities and colleges. The ASC encourages the sharing of ideas and knowledge and promotes excellence in curricula, teaching, research and service relating to the construction industry.

The International Journal of Construction Education and Research replaced the Journal of Construction Education which was founded in 1996.

Peer Review Policy:

All manuscripts submitted to this journal undergo initial editor screening, and editorial office screening, followed by double-anonymous peer review by one to three referees, one of which will be the editor or designate.

Publication office: Taylor & Francis Inc., 530 Walnut Street, Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106









Journal metrics

Usage

  • 33K annual downloads/views

Citation metrics

  • 3.8 (2023) CiteScore (Scopus)
  • Q2 CiteScore Best Quartile
  • 1.111 (2023) SNIP
  • 0.495 (2023) SJR

Speed/acceptance

  • 35 days avg. from submission to first decision
  • 84 days avg. from submission to first post-review decision
  • 7 days avg. from acceptance to online publication
  • 14% acceptance rate

Editorial board


Editor-in-Chief:

Mehmet Ozbek - Colorado State University, USA


Managing Editor:

Caroline Clevenger - University of Colorado - Denver, USA

Associate Editors:

Somik Ghosh - University of Oklahoma, USA

Rodolfo Valdes-Vasquez - Colorado State  University, USA

James Smith - Brigham Young University, USA

Visiting Associate Editors:

Ulises Techera - Colorado Mesa University, USA

Anthony Sparkling - Purdue University, USA



Editorial Board:

Thais Alves - San Diego State University, USA
Anne Anderson - Roger Williams University, USA
Joseph Burgett - Clemson University, USA
Jon Elliott - Colorado State University, USA
Ben Farrow - Auburn University, USA
Bruce Gehrig  Western Carolina University, USA
Denise Gravitt - Western Illinois University, USA
Asli Pelin Gurgun - Yildiz Technical University, Turkey
John Hildreth - Western Carolina University, USA
Qian Huang - Southern Illinois University, USA
Francois Jacobs -  University of Wyoming, USA
Jacob Kovel - Central Connecticut State University, USA
Brian Lines - University of Kansas, USA
Andrew McCoy - Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, USA
Tammy McCuen - University of Oklahoma, USA
Mohammed S. Hashem M. Mehany - Colorado State University, USA
Rachel Mosier - Oklahoma State University, USA
Svetlana Olbina - Colorado State University, USA
Anthony Perrenoud - Boise State University, USA
Lloyd Scott - Dublin Institute of Technology, Ireland
Jake Smithwick - University of North Carolina - Charlotte, USA
Joel Wao - Florida Gulf Coast University, USA
Blake Wentz - California State University - Chico, USA
Heather Yates - Oklahoma State University, USA

Abstracting and indexing

Abstracted/indexed in: ARCOM (Association of Research in Construction Management); CSA Technology Research Database; EBSCOhost Online Research Databases; Elsevier’s Scopus; and SwetsWise All Titles.

Open access

International Journal of Construction Education and Research is a hybrid open access journal that is part of our Open Select publishing program, giving you the option to publish open access. Publishing open access means that your article will be free to access online immediately on publication, increasing the visibility, readership, and impact of your research.

Why choose open access?

  1. Increase the discoverability and readership of your article
  2. Make an impact and reach new readers, not just those with easy access to a research library
  3. Freely share your work with anyone, anywhere
  4. Comply with funding mandates and meet the requirements of your institution, employer or funder
  5. Rigorous peer review for every open access article

Article Publishing Charges (APC)

If you choose to publish open access in this journal you may be asked to pay an Article Publishing Charge (APC). You may be able to publish your article at no cost to yourself or with a reduced APC if your institution or research funder has an open access agreement or membership with Taylor & Francis.

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Society information

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Members of the Associated Schools of Construction (ASC) can receive an institutional print and online subscription to International Journal of Construction Education and Research at a special society member rate. Please contact your ASC Society representative for more information.

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