Evaluation of Hall's Professionalism Scale for Professionals in the Construction Industry

2007 ◽  
Vol 100 (3_suppl) ◽  
pp. 1201-1217 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antony T. S. Chan ◽  
Edwin H. W. Chan ◽  
David Scott
Keyword(s):  
Construction Industry ◽  
Cross Section ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Scale Validation ◽  
Statistical Analyses ◽  
Modern Concept ◽  
Electronic Questionnaire ◽  
Cross National

Hall's conceptualisation of professionalism, among other studies, was considered the most representative modern concept; his scale has been studied widely. This study aimed to evaluate empirically the Snizek modified version of Hall's Professionalism Scale for building professionals. The scale was tested in a cross-section of 510 qualified building professionals selected from four countries. Using a cross-national electronic questionnaire survey, a series of statistical analyses were conducted to evaluate the Snizek's modification. Analysis suggested that data for scale validation are consistent in confirming it is a five-factor scale; however, the scale should be subjected to a further refinement before it can be used in research.

RISK VARIABLE ON CONTRACTOR’S TENDER FIGURE IN MALAYSIA

2016 ◽  
Vol 78 (5-2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sabihah Saaidin ◽  
Intan Rohani Endut ◽  
Siti Akmar Abu Samah ◽  
Ahmad Ruslan Mohd Ridzuan ◽  
Nur Nabihah Abd Razak
Keyword(s):  
Construction Industry ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Construction Materials ◽  
Project Performance ◽  
Risk Exposure ◽  
Financial Capability ◽  
Price Inflation ◽  
Risk Variable ◽  
Significant Factors

Construction industry like other industries is subject to risks due to the unique and complexity of the construction industries. It shows the risk exposure at highest level during the tendering process. The objective of this paper is to evaluate risk variable on contractor’s tender figure in Malaysia. To achieve the objective, questionnaire survey was conducted on G7 contractor in Malaysia. A total of 120 usable postal questionnaires was received. The findings have shown quality expectation, price inflation of construction materials, the risk involved in the project and financial capability of the client are most significant factors to be considered by contractors when estimating the pricing risks. The study recommended that competent contractors should be allowed to tender project as to see the risk variable inherent during tendering process that will affect project performance.    

scholarly journals Identification of Causes and Minimization of Delays in Highway Projects of Pakistan

2019 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 103-112
Author(s):  
Samiullah Sohu ◽  
Abdul Fattah Chandio ◽  
Kaleem ullah
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Mitigation Measures ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Highway Projects ◽  
Mean Values ◽  
Causes Of Delays

The problem of delay in construction industry is a regular phenomenon worldwide, and construction industry of Pakistan has no exception, particularly in highways projects. Delay can be described as the extension of time to complete the construction project. The aim of this paper is to identify main causes of delays in highway projects of Pakistan, and to determine mitigating measures for the identified causes. The research method of this study is based on literature review, questionnaire survey and semi structured interview. From in-depth literature review, twenty-six common causes of delay were found. A questionnaire survey was carried out among construction professionals of highway projects. The causes of delay in highways projects were ranked referring to their Mean values. A semi structured interview was carried out to determine mitigation measures for the top ten causes of delays. The data gathered from questionnaire survey was analyzed using SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) while, data collected through semi structured interviews was analyzed using Nvivo software. The findings of this study are expected to be useful for construction parties, to mitigate the delays in highway construction projects of Pakistan.

scholarly journals An Evaluation of Urban Open Spaces in Larisa, Greece

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 66
Author(s):  
Charalampos Kyriakidis ◽  
Efthimios Bakogiannis
Keyword(s):  
Urban Planning ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Urban Spaces ◽  
Urban Mobility ◽  
Open Spaces ◽  
Electronic Questionnaire ◽  
People’S Perception ◽  
Sustainable Urban Mobility

A great deal of researchers elaborated on the importance of the urban spaces and human life. Urban spaces are necessary types of spaces for a city and they have a timeless value. This research is focused on people’s perception about urban spaces in Larisa, Greece, a medium-sized city selected as case study. An electronic questionnaire survey was conducted and conclusions are drawn on how adequate are the urban spaces in Larisa. Moreover, people are asked to propose ideas on how other spaces, function more as urban gaps, can be integrated on the urban grid. In that way, it is easy to study what people believe about the city’s life and how the existing urban spaces function. Some conclusions derived from this research can be also useful in succeeding a combined traffic and urban planning in other Greek, in the context of the implementation of a Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP).

THE PRACTICE OF BUILDING INSPECTION IN MALAYSIAN TOTAL ASSET MANAGEMENT

2015 ◽  
Vol 78 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Adi Irfan Che Ani ◽  
Ahmad Sairi ◽  
Suhana Johar ◽  
Mohd Zulhanif Abd Razak ◽  
Norngainy Mohd Tawil
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Social Science ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Asset Management ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Total Asset ◽  
Survey Report ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
Industry Professionals

The implementation of Total Asset Management (TAM) is important for sustainable development. Safety and security are aspects that need to be assured of in sustainable development. To ensure that the aspects are assured, the construction industry professionals who are involved in designing, creating, maintaining and disposing the assets should have knowledge in asset management. Therefore, this paper reveals the awareness, knowledge, and familiarity of construction industry professionals about asset management, particularly in terms of building inspection. The data was obtained by using a questionnaire-survey, in which questionnaires were distributed among 205 Malaysian Professionals from various fields. The data was analysed by using the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) software. The result shows that the majority of respondents are aware of the need for building inspection and the importance of it. However, they lack knowledge on how to perform a proper building inspection. This is because they are not familiar with the standards or protocols which are often used as a guide such as QLASSIC, RICS Building Survey Report, ASTM E-2018, CPBS101 and others. This is somehow related to many reports of building disasters which occur in Malaysia. To achieve sustainable development, all professionals involved in asset management should have sound knowledge of the principles of TAM, in order to implement it comprehensively.

scholarly journals Training, Implementation, and Potential of a Cybermentoring Scheme in Six EU Countries

2019 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
pp. 58-72
Author(s):  
Peter K. Smith ◽  
Fran Thompson ◽  
John Jessel ◽  
Andrea Kožuchová ◽  
Irene Ferreira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Young People ◽  
Peer Support ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
National Level ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Train The Trainer ◽  
The United Kingdom ◽  
Cross National

AbstractCybermentoring refers to virtual peer support in which young people themselves are trained as cybermentors and interact with those needing help and advice (cybermentees) online. This article describes the training in, and implementation of, a cross-national cybermentoring scheme, Beatbullying Europe, developed in the United Kingdom. It involved train-the-trainer workshops for partners and life mentors in six European countries (Italy, Spain, Portugal, Romania, Poland and the Czech Republic) in 2013–2014, followed by training sessions for pupil cybermentors aged 11–16 years. Although BeatBullying went into liquidation in November 2014, the project was largely completed. We (1) report an evaluation of the training of the life mentors and mentors, via questionnaire survey; and (2) discuss findings about the implementation of the scheme and its potential at a cross-national level, via partner interviews during and at the end of the project. The training was found to be highly rated in all respects, and in all six countries involved. The overall consensus from the data available is that there was a positive impact for the schools and professionals involved; some challenges encountered are discussed. The BeatBullying Europe project, despite being unfinished, was promising, and a similar approach deserves further support and evaluation in the future.

scholarly journals Student experiences of taught part-time study on a postgraduate dementia studies programme: findings from an electronic questionnaire survey

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (6) ◽  
pp. 383-394 ◽  
Author(s):  
Simon Burrow ◽  
Tim Bradshaw ◽  
Hilary Mairs ◽  
Helen Pusey ◽  
John Keady
Keyword(s):  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Course Design ◽  
Dementia Care ◽  
Small Sample ◽  
Time Study ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Electronic Questionnaire ◽  
Health And Social Care ◽  
Part Time

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to describe the findings from an electronic questionnaire survey which set out to explore experiences of graduates of a part-time Master’s programme in dementia care at The University of Manchester. Design/methodology/approach An electronic questionnaire survey was sent to 57 graduates who had studied on the programme since it began in 2003. Thematic analysis was applied to qualitative data from responses to six open-ended questions. Findings In total, 31 completed questionnaires were received. Four key themes were identified from the qualitative data: juggling competing demands; experiencing personal growth and achievement; locating sources of support; and supporting changes to practice. Research limitations/implications Limitations included the small sample size and the survey not covering the experiences of students who had failed to complete the first year of study. Originality/value The study demonstrates the perceived value of dementia education at more advanced levels for people working in professional roles in dementia care, this included professional and personal development and supporting changes to practice. The study additionally adds to a limited evidence base relating to how mature, health and social care students experience part-time study in higher education and has implications for future research aimed at informing the development of appropriate course design and employer support.

scholarly journals AWARENESS AND KNOWLEDGE OF TPO (ACT 172) AMONG CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS AND LOCAL PLANNING AUTHORITY PERSONNEL IN KLANG VALLEY

2019 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nik Adlin Nik Mohamed Sukri ◽  
Wan Tarmeze Wan Ariffin ◽  
Noriah Othman
Keyword(s):  
Construction Industry ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Local Planning ◽  
Local Authorities ◽  
Awareness Campaigns ◽  
Klang Valley ◽  
The Government ◽  
Industry Professionals ◽  
Awareness Level

The need to care for trees, especially in urban areas, has become increasingly important for countries like Malaysia which are developing rapidly. Recognising the fact that construction activities could put trees at risks of death and damage, the Malaysian government introduced Tree Preservation Order (Act 172) in 1996. However, there were cases occurred afterwards whereby matured trees had been cut down for development without consent of the local authorities. This situation has raised many questions about the effectiveness of the TPO (Act 172) implementation, including on how far the TPO (Act 172) has been publicised and understood by those related to the construction industry, a pre-requisite for successful legislative implementation. This study assesses the current awareness and knowledge of the TPO (Act 172) among 60 professionals in the construction industry (PCI) and 47 personnel in local authorities (PLA) within Klang Valley through a questionnaire survey. The results show that the awareness level of TPO (Act 172) among PLA respondents was higher than that of PCI. While most of the PLA got acquainted with the TPO (Act 172) through their organisations, most of the PCI learned it from friends and social medias. It is recommended that the government should be more active in publicising the TPO (Act 172) such as through mass media and awareness campaigns.

scholarly journals Study on Effect of Productivity on Applying Ergonomic Principle

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 91-97
Author(s):  
Kanitha Mani ◽  
Sasi Kumar Mani
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Productivity Loss ◽  
Improve Analysis ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
Increase In Productivity

This study was to investigate the effect of productivity in the construction industry due to the un-ergonomic working atmosphere. The construction industry is a large number of workers concerning industry it leads to productivity loss or due risk factors in the working site. In the review, to improve analysis a drawback, we took ergonomic awareness questionnaire survey among the Engineers in Karur district. Based on the survey results, the awareness of term ergonomics is only 20% and Engineers accept to adopt the ergonomics principles. We extended our work to apply ergonomic principles in the site. The ergonomic deficiency was identified, and gradually new ergonomic principles were applied in plastering and brickwork. 1% increase in productivity measured at 7 days of implementation.

scholarly journals Research on Survey for Finding Effects of Covid-19 Pandemic on Construction Industry

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (VII) ◽  
pp. 3581-3588
Author(s):  
Samiksha P. Sonak
Keyword(s):  
Construction Industry ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Quantitative Assessment ◽  
Operating Cost ◽  
Dark Side ◽  
Actual Number ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Academic Qualification ◽  
Difficult Time ◽  
Hard Times

This research paper is mainly carrying purpose of finding the effects of Covid-19 pandemic on construction industry. This is achieved through a methodology which involved online questionnaire survey based on the quantitative assessment of the impacts as well as review of the professionals who are the respondents. The respondents are directly related to construction activities and also possess good credibility for their work and academic qualification. The survey has been designed and hosted via google forms and shared with respondents mentioned earlier. The survey is designed so as the researcher gets insights related to even minute problems which were faced by the professionals during the hard times of pandemic. Survey is also taking care of gathering information related to probable losses caused to the respondents by asking an open-ended question related to work. Further the gathered data has been explained theoretically as well as represented visually by bar graphs and pie charts etc. From obtained results, a badly affected conditions pf construction industry come in light. Majority of respondents were forced to fully or partially stop their projects. Other issues which are highlighted by more than one third of the respondents are, higher operating cost at site, decreased demand of construction during Covid-19, supply chain provider’s problem, black marketing. Actual number of affected professionals is a dark side in such difficult time. Keywords: Professionals, business, experience, data, questionnaire survey, black

scholarly journals AWARENESS AND KNOWLEDGE OF TPO (ACT 172) AMONG CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS AND LOCAL PLANNING AUTHORITY PERSONNEL IN KLANG VALLEY

2019 ◽  
Vol 17 (10) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nik Adlin Nik Mohamed Sukri ◽  
Wan Tarmeze Wan Ariffin ◽  
Noriah Othman
Keyword(s):  
Construction Industry ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Local Planning ◽  
Local Authorities ◽  
Awareness Campaigns ◽  
Klang Valley ◽  
The Government ◽  
Industry Professionals ◽  
Awareness Level

The need to care for trees, especially in urban areas, has become increasingly important for countries like Malaysia which are developing rapidly. Recognising the fact that construction activities could put trees at risks of death and damage, the Malaysian government introduced Tree Preservation Order (Act 172) in 1996. However, there were cases occurred afterwards whereby matured trees had been cut down for development without consent of the local authorities. This situation has raised many questions about the effectiveness of the TPO (Act 172) implementation, including on how far the TPO (Act 172) has been publicised and understood by those related to the construction industry, a pre-requisite for successful legislative implementation. This study assesses the current awareness and knowledge of the TPO (Act 172) among 60 professionals in the construction industry (PCI) and 47 personnel in local authorities (PLA) within Klang Valley through a questionnaire survey. The results show that the awareness level of TPO (Act 172) among PLA respondents was higher than that of PCI. While most of the PLA got acquainted with the TPO (Act 172) through their organisations, most of the PCI learned it from friends and social medias. It is recommended that the government should be more active in publicising the TPO (Act 172) such as through mass media and awareness campaigns.

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