CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT RESEARCH COMPENDIUM. VOLUME 5

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT RESEARCH COMPENDIUM. VOLUME 5

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Contents

Preface

Chapter 1: Enhancing Employability of Young Professionals in Construction Industry

Abstract

Introduction

Graduate Competencies for Construction Education

Research Methodology

Background of Respondents

Analysis of Results

Discussion and Conclusion

References

Chapter 2: Identifing Causes of Safety Degradation in Construction Projects in Palestine

Abstract

Introduction

Brief Review of Previous Studies

Importance of Safety

Safety Performance

Safety Factors

Designer and Safety

Construction Safety in the Middle East

Methodology

Results and Discussion

Groups Affecting Safety Performance

Personal Protective Equipment Group

Signs, Symbol, and Barricades Group

Excavation, Trenching and Shoring Group

Crane and Lifting Equipment Group

Scaffolds Group

Role of Government and Engineering Societies Group

Safety Inspections Group

Administrative and Management Commitment Group

Fire Prevention Group

Historic, Human and Psychological Climate Group

Safety Meetings Group

Economic Investment Group

Disposal of Hazardous Materials and Waste Group

Project Nature Group

Emergency Planning and Preparations Group

Safety Educating and Training Group

Transportation Group

Welfare Facilities

Medical Facilities Group

Conclusion

References

Chapter 3: Knowledge Management in the Architectural Design Firms: Perspective of Turkey AEC Industry

Abstract

Introduction

Knowledge Management in AEC Industry

Architectural Design Process and Knowledge Management

Methodology

Results and Analysis

Knowledge Awareness Channels

Knowledge Sharing Process in Firm

Profession Level

Benefits

Barriers

Discussion and Conclusion

References

Chapter 4: Reposition of the Roles among Project Participants for Improving Construction Project Sustainability

Abstract

Introduction

Definitions of Construction Project Life Cycle

Research Methodology

Analysis on the Factors Affecting Project Sustainability

Factors Affecting Project Sustainability at Inception Stage

Factors Affecting Project Sustainability at Design Stage

Factors Affecting Project Sustainability at Construction Stage

Factors Affecting Project Sustainability at Project Operation Stage

Factors Affecting Project Sustainability at Demolition Stage

Reposition of the Roles of Project Participants for Improving Construction Project Sustainability

Roles for Owners

Roles for Government

Roles for Designers

Roles for Contractors

Roles for Suppliers

Roles for Consultants

Conclusion

References

Chapter 5: Cross Cultural Construction Project Management in the GCC Countries: A Local Perspective on Western Project Parties

Abstract

Background

Cross-Cultural Construction Project Management

Comparison of National Cultures

Objective and Purpose

Research Methodology

Research Findings

Discussion

Practical Implications

Conclusion

References

Chapter 6: A Descriptive Analysis of Project Management Planning Practices for Renovation of Historical Buildings in Urban Contexts Located in Texas

Abstract

Introduction

Background

Historic Preservation Planning

Facility Management Practices

Project Management Planning

Defining the Project Planning Success Criteria Indices (SCI)

Research Methods

Research Design

Phase I

Phase II

Procedure

Phase I Procedure

Phase II Procedure

Population of Interest and Sample Size

Development of Survey Instrument

Composition of Questionnaire

Findings

Descriptive Statistics

Analysis of PMP Using Descriptive Statistics

Conclusions for PMP-Descriptive Statistics

Analysis of Success Criteria Variables Using Descriptive Statistics

Conclusion for Success Criteria - Descriptive Statistics

Analysis of Success Factors Using Descriptive Statistics

Building Significance

Site Analysis

Site Layout and Staging

Value Engineering

Funding

Scheduling

Communication and Feedback

Decision Tracking

Quality Assurance Plan

Mock-ups and Samples

Success Criteria Variables vs. Lessons Learned

Discussion

Conclusion

References

Chapter 7: Relational Capital in Wider Disseminating Construction Project Knowledge

Abstract

Introduction

Relational Dimension of Social Capital

How Relational Capital Enables Dissemination of Knowledge

Research Methodology

Research Findings

Existence of Relational Capital

Relational Capital as an Enabler of Disseminating PK

How Trust Enables Knowledge Dissemination?

How ‘Norms of Cooperation’ Enables Knowledge Dissemination?

How ‘Sense of Identification’ Enables Knowledge Dissemination?

How ‘Obligations and Expectations’ Enable Knowledge Dissemination?

Conclusion

References

Biographical Details

Chapter 8: A Qual-Quant (Q2) Method for Exploring and Appraising Project Management Competency Requirements for Managing Large Projects in Ghana

Abstract

Introduction

Literature Review

Contextualising Project Managers’ Functions

The Contention of Project Management Competency

Research Methodology

Exploring Project Management Competencies Using Focus Group Discussion

Appraising Project Management Competencies

Data Analysis and Discussion of Survey Results

Working Hypotheses

Preliminary Test and Descriptive Analysis

Test of Hypotheses

Hypotheses Category 1

Hypotheses Category 2

Implications of Findings for Project Management

Conclusion

References

Chapter 9: Comparing the Procurement Selection Parameters of Private and Public Sector Clients

Abstract

Introduction

Procurement Selection

Research Methods

Findings

Discussion

Conclusion

References

Chapter 10: Project Management Leadership Styles of Nigerian Construction Professionals

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Literature Review

2.1. Project Management

2.2. Nigerian Construction Professionals

2.3. Project Management Leadership Styles

3. Research Methodology

4. Findings and Discussion

4.1. Background of Respondents

4.2. Leadership Styles Using Jerrell/Slevin Instrument

4.3. Leadership Styles from Respondents’ Opinion

4.4. Discussion of Findings

Conclusion and Recommendation

References

Author’s Bio

Index