According to Aje et al. (2009), the effective use of plant and equipment has a significant impact on construction time performance. Randunupura and Hadiwattege (2013) added that the contractor's ...
in project management. The study 3 sought toestablish how project management skills influence performance of road 3 construction projects in 3 Machakos County. This research specifically sought to establish how contract management skills influence the performance of road 3 construction projects; how the procurement management skills
Given that any construction project is inherently a human endeavour, it follows that issues of trust are significant in terms of the stakeholder interactions that deliver eventual project outcomes.
Weather/climate conditions, poor communication, lack of coordination and conflicts between stakeholders, ineffective or improper planning, material shortages, financial problems, payment delays ...
machinery and equipment had a positive effect on road construction projects. The study recommends that it is critical that qualified, The Kenya National Highways Authority should use …
Resource Utilization Rate Definition. The Resource Utilization Rate in the context of the road and highway construction business represents the efficiency with which a company uses its resources, including labor, …
Construction projects generally involve a long period of construction, huge financial investment and more problems that need to be faced in the development process.
The most significant factors for reviving the abandoned hospital projects in Imo state are shown in Table 11; as new government to complete old projects, having a structure that ensures continuity ...
[The Advantages of Construction Equipment: A Guide to Improving Project Outcomes] Construction equipment plays a vital role in modern construction projects, offering numerous advantages that contribute to enhanced efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
The construction equipment market is projected to reach USD 194.7 Billion by 2030. Within the construction sector, equipment stands as the backbone of the industry. Construction companies heavily invest in equipment, recognizing that superior equipment correlates with …
The main objective of this research is thus to study the general equipment management practice followed by high-grade level contractors (from grade one up to three) who are engaged in road construction and identify significant causes …
In the bid to improve the economy, the Government of Zambia has over the past years spent a lot of resources on road construction projects. For example, US$ 118.7 million was spent on road projects in 2005, US$ 227 million in 2006 and US$197 million in 2007 [9], [10], [11].However, many road projects were rarely completed within the planned time and cost as …
Contract management is a crucial component of any project. As construction projects are complex and difficult to manage, adequate attention must be given to the related contract management issues.
Effective monitoring of machine attributes —availability, efficiency, usage, and productivity — is indispensable for the success of a construction project. Managing machines in a road construction project takes center stage due to …
construction projects and various project management's superlative practices (planning, administration cost; scope creep management; monitoring and evaluation). From this finding, …
Good project management in construction must vigorously pursue the efficient utilization of labour, material and equipment. Improvement of labour productivity should be a major and continual …
By adopting sustainable approaches and effective project management practices, construction projects can achieve successful outcomes while ensuring environmental responsibility, social equity, and ...
Road construction projects are very expensive, unpredictable and highly influenced by unpredictable factors, like weather, type of soil, environmental issues, and other factors.
Achieving Sustainable Procurement in Construction Projects: The Pivotal Role of a Project Management Office March 2021 Construction Economics and Building 21(1):45-64
This paper addresses the problems of risk management in construction projects using a knowledge-based approach, and proposes a methodology based on a three-fold arrangement that includes the ...
Keywords: Quality management, construction projects, quality planning, quality assurance, quality control, case studies, project outcomes, stakeholder satisfaction. 1.0 Introduction Quality management in construction projects is crucial for achieving successful outcomes, as it directly impacts project performance, client satisfaction,
Proper planning, selection, procurement, installation, operation, maintenance, safety and equipment replacement policy plays an important role in equipment management for …
Effective monitoring of machine attributes—availability, efficiency, usage, and productivity—is indispensable for the success of a construction project. Managing machines in …
The appropriate use of heavy equipment will affect the progress of a construction project. An inappropriate choice of heavy equipment will result in low productivity and at the end will incur ...
Inclusion Exclusion Studies that focus on OHS management in construction projects Studies that do not have a specific focus on OHS management in construction projects Studies that examine the relationship between OHS and project performance (cost, schedule, quality, safety) Studies that do not include data on project performance Studies that ...
Monitoring and control are very important management functions for ensuring that project objectives are fully achieved. this study compares the level and effectiveness of the efforts of indigenous ...
3. Implementation of Artificial Intelligence in Construction Risk Assessment and Mitigation. This project examines the application of artificial intelligence in identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks in construction projects.The study will focus on developing AI-based tools and algorithms to enhance decision-making and increase the efficiency of risk management.
A. Project Management The project management system in the region as seen from external stakeholders and the employees within the organization has different angles. 57.14% of the respondents within the organization rate their management process as good and 23.81% as very good. Even this is the overall rating,
Good project management in construction must vigorously pursue the efficient utilization of labour, material and equipment. The use of new equipment and innovative methods has made possible wholesale changes in construction …
Appropriate project management practices are thus required to curb the causes and effects of cost escalation and schedule delays in road construction projects. View Show abstract
Therefore nowadays, the risk analysis and management continue to be a major feature of the project management of construction projects in an attempt to deal effectively with uncertainty and unexpected events and to achieve project success. Construction projects are always unique and risks raise from a number of the different sources [9,10].
Construction equipment are the major resources in infrastructure projects. Construction equipment occupy major portion of project cost, but improper utilization of such resources lead to loss of productivity, ultimately affecting profit. ... Planning in the construction industry plays an important part in the successful outcome of a project ...
the hindrances to success in project management skills on Performance of construction projects in Rwanda. Key words: Project Planning skills, project communication skills, project risk management,
Construction equipment are the major resources in infrastructure projects. Construction equipment occupy major portion of project cost, but improper utilization of such resources lead to loss of productivity, ultimately affecting profit. Thus, there is need to optimize these operations to reduce the cost.
Effective resource management is the backbone of successful construction projects. Whether it's workforce, equipment, materials, or time, managing resources strategically can significantly impact a project's quality, timeline, and profitability. As construction projects grow in complexity, a well-structured approach to resource management becomes even more …
The measurement of quality in an integrated form is necessary to evaluate the performance of any project. A number of papers have been published for evaluating qualities of construction projects.
Page: - 545 - The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management.ISSN 2312 -9492 (Online) 2414 8970 (Print). Vol. 8, Iss. 1, pp 545 – 562. March 3, 2021., ©Strategic Journals PROJECT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND PERFORMANCE OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN NAIROBI