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Front-end planning (FEP) is essential for construction project success, yet its research remains fragmented. This study provides a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of FEP research in construction project management from 2010 to 2024. Using the PRISMA framework and Scopus-indexed publications, the study examines publication trends, key contributors, prolific journals, institutional affiliations, and dominant research themes. The findings reveal fluctuations in research activity, with a significant rise in publications in recent years, indicating growing academic interest in FEP. The study identifies the most influential journals and authors. The United States, China, and the United Kingdom lead in research output, yet imbalances exist between high-publication venues and high-impact studies. Additionally, keyword analysis underscores conceptual inconsistencies of FEP, with terms such as feasibility study, pre-project planning, and front-end engineering design. Despite its growing recognition, FEP in construction remains fragmented, with varying interpretations and limited standardization. The study highlights the need for more empirical research to enhance and standardize the theoretical and practical understanding of FEP across different construction contexts.
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