Civil and Project journal

Application of Value Engineering in Optimizing the Supply Chain of Construction and Industrial Projects

https://doi.org/10.22034/cpj.2025.568523.1424
Volume 8, Issue 5 - Serial Number 87
August 2026
Pages 33-41
Civil and Project journal

Document Type : Research Article

Authors

Mohsen MohammadiZadeh 1
Ali Mirzadeh 2

1 Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, SI.C, Islamic Azad University, Sirjan, Iran

2 PhD student of Structural Engineering, department of Civil Engineering, SI.C, Islamic Azad University, Sirjan, Iran

Abstract
This study adopts a combined, evidence-based approach to propose an integrated analytical-executive framework for optimizing supply chains in complex chemical engineering projects through value engineering. Results indicate that in high operational-risk environments, value engineering should shift from mere cost reduction to multi-objective life-cycle cost optimization. Findings include the identification of causal relationships between enabling constructs (e.g., supplier technical involvement and digital modeling) and final performance indicators (NPV and operational risk). Early engagement of specialized suppliers enables realistic evaluation of technical trade-offs. Simulations demonstrate that investment in this framework, despite slight increases in CAPEX and extended basic engineering phases, results in a 6% reduction in specific energy consumption and a 33% reduction in unexpected downtime risk. The proposed framework, aligning technical, informational, contractual, and organizational layers, assists project managers in making optimized, resilient, and innovation-driven supply decisions.

Keywords

Value Engineering
Supply Chain
Multi-objective Optimization
Chemical Engineering Projects
Technical Innovation
Subjects
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  • Receive Date 24 November 2025
  • Revise Date 13 December 2025
  • Accept Date 28 December 2025
  • First Publish Date 28 December 2025
  • Publish Date 23 July 2026

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