Resumen
This paper presents research results diagnosing processes and performance of leading construction firms in Barquisimeto, Venezuela. Studied topics include: constructability application concepts, recognition of constructability barriers, top management recommendations to adopt the methodology, decision making process to lead program consolidation through change management. In addition, several internal aspects relative to construction firm management were analyzed, such as: scheduling and planning, construction difficulties, procurement, personnel characteristics, optimization process and technology implementation.Rev. ing. constr. [online]. 2008, vol.23, n.1, pp. 04-17. ISSN 0718-5073. http://dx.doi.org/10.4067/S0718-50732008000100001.