scholarly journals Examining the Values and Principles of Agile Construction Management in Iraqi Construction Projects

2018 ◽  
Vol 24 (7) ◽  
pp. 114
Author(s):  
Sawsan Rasheed Mohammed ◽  
Asmaa Jebur Jasim
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
New Methods ◽  
Agile Project Management ◽  
The World ◽  
Management Method ◽  
The Cost

The avoidance of failure in construction projects is not an easy task, which makes the failure of the construction project to achieve its objectives a major problem experienced by all countries in the world, especially Iraq. Where nearly two-thirds of the construction projects in the world have been suffered by significant problems as an increase in the cost of the project, delay in the specified duration for execution, and stopping the project. Therefore it is required to study and apply new methods for managing the construction project to ensure its success and achieve its objectives. The aim of this study is to study the Agile project management method and its impact on the construction project. In addition, to identify the values and principles of Agile project management, which can be applied in the Iraqi construction industry to be adopted it as a new method to manage the construction projects in Iraq. The researcher reviewed the relevant literature to define the method of Agile project management and its methods and impact on the construction project. Then, the researcher conducted a questionnaire survey of a sample of engineers' experts who work in four main parties in the construction project: (beneficiary, supervising, designer, and contractor). The results of this survey showed that it is possible to apply the four values of Agile project management for managing the Iraqi construction projects, and can apply eleven of the twelve principles of Agile project management for managing the Iraqi construction projects.  

scholarly journals Prospects for the adoption of Agile Project Management techniques in Nigerian construction industry

2021 ◽  
Vol 40 (3) ◽  
pp. 357-362
Author(s):  
O.P. Esangbedo ◽  
D.E. Ealefoh
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Team Performance ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Project Delivery ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Agile Project Management ◽  
Management Techniques ◽  
The Individual

Persistent failure of construction projects to meet clients’ objectives has compelled a review of the extant systems for project delivery. This study assessed the prospect of adopting Agile Project Management (APM) for construction project delivery in Lagos State. To achieve this, the study examined the level of awareness of APM among construction stakeholders and developed a SWOT model for the adoption of APM technique for construction projects. The research adopted survey method using questionnaire. The study sample involved 196 construction stakeholders. Data obtained were analysed using Mean Score and Fussy Set Theory. The result showed that stakeholders’ level of awareness about the individual methodologies of APM is high. There are also weighty strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats in the adoption of APM in construction project delivery. The level of awareness among stakeholders portrays high prospects for APM adoption. However, there is need to embed trust, cooperation and improved team performance.

Actual Trends in Construction Project Management in Romania

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 ◽  
pp. 587-595 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ion Șerbanoiu ◽  
Marina Verdeș ◽  
Adrian Alexandru Şerbănoiu ◽  
Bogdan Vasile Șerbanoiu ◽  
Mihaela Munteanu
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Code Of Ethics ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Construction Project Management ◽  
Professional Conduct ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
Professional Project ◽  
Tools And Techniques

The current trends in the construction industry, considering the magnitude and complexity of construction projects required the development of an appropriate methodology in the design, commissioning work and completion of works. The objective imposed creation of the "Office of Project Management" and all processes, tools and techniques of project management respects besides applicable standards and legislation construction, also imposed code of ethics and professional conduct of the PMI that guides practitioners professional project management, construction engineers, installers, architects etc. and describes the expectations that they have of themselves and of others.

scholarly journals EXPLORING THE USAGE OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES FOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (17) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yew-Hou Tung ◽  
Fah-Choy Chia ◽  
Felicia Yan-Yan Yong
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Real Estate ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Primary Objective ◽  
Construction Project Management

Digital technologies have recently started to enter the construction industry, gradually changing how infrastructure, real estate and other built assets are designed, constructed, operated and maintained. Being among the least digitalized sectors, it is predicted that digital technologies will substantially increase the productivity, decrease the costs, and improve site safety of construction projects. Thus, the primary objective of this pilot study is to explore the usage of digital technologies for the 12 components of construction project management. A total of 32 respondents participated in the online survey. The results indicate that the usage of digital technologies was significantly higher in the management of scheduling, documenting, designing, and assigning costs. The aspects for digitalized safety, stakeholders, equipment, and materials are room for further improvement.

INFORMATION SYSTEM FOR MANAGING COST REIMBURSABLE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

2015 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Namhee Kang ◽  
Hyunjung Kim ◽  
Haekyung Im ◽  
Jaehyun Choi
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Project Management ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Cost Management ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Document Management ◽  
Cost Calculation ◽  
Market Strategy ◽  
The Us

The project management information system (PMIS) has recently been developed by using the IT technology in order to implement advanced information management technology to construction industry in Korea. The PMIS has been applied not only to domestic construction projects, but also to some overseas projects executed by Korean construction companies. This study was performed to develop the PMIS that is tailored to the US construction IT market. The US construction IT market has been monopolized by the US-based IT companies, but other companies are recently emerging with competitive technology and market strategy. As a preceding study, existing systems commercially available were analyzed, and the required features of the PMIS were identified by analyzing the core elements of contract, process and cost management for construction projects in the US. The PMIS then was developed based on the aforementioned analysis results. The system includes the document management module with an internal electronic approval system, the cost-plus-based automatic labor cost calculation module, and the progress management module to support the integrated project cost management. In addition, the functionality of the developed system was verified by construction project management experts in the US via questionnaire survey. The PMIS, which was developed in this study, is expected to be applied not only to the US construction IT market as a system specialized for the US construction industry, but also to other overseas markets in the future.

scholarly journals Exploitation of cloud computing in management of construction projects in Slovakia

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 1456-1463 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tomáš Mandičák ◽  
Peter Mesároš ◽  
Mária Kozlovská
Keyword(s):  
Cloud Computing ◽  
Project Management ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Software As A Service ◽  
Construction Project Management ◽  
It Services ◽  
Construction Enterprise ◽  
Construction Enterprises

Abstract The issue of cloud computing is a highly topical issue. Cloud computing represents a new model for information technology (IT) services based on the exploitation of Web (it represents a cloud) and other application platforms, as well as software as a service. In general, the exploitation of cloud computing in construction project management has several advantages, as demonstrated by several research reports. Currently, research quantifying the exploitation of cloud computing in the Slovak construction industry has not yet been carried out. The article discusses the issue of exploitation of cloud computing in construction project management in Slovakia. The main objective of the research is to confirm whether factors such as size of construction enterprise, owner of construction enterprise and participant of construction project have any impact on the exploitation level of cloud computing in construction project management. It includes confirmation of differences in use between different participants of the construction project or between construction enterprises broken down by size and shareholders.

Application of game theory non-cooperative equilibrium method in construction project management informationization

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Qi Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Game Theory ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Practical Significance ◽  
Management Information ◽  
Cooperative Equilibrium ◽  
Building Information ◽  
The Cost ◽  
And Control

Based on the comprehensive application and bibliometrical analysis of the non-cooperative equilibrium theory of game theory, this paper takes the construction project group as the research background, analyzes the obstacles to the application of management informatization in the construction project, and conducts a pair game study on the application of management informatization by single or group subjects. Aims to provide a valuable reference for the application of management information in construction projects, in line with the policy orientation, and has a certain practical significance. On the basis of combing the relevant literature on the application of management information in the field of construction industry and game analysis, this paper first analyzes the appeal, current situation and obstacles of the application of management information in construction projects. The game results show that there are specific management inspirations for different subjects: the designer should change the way of thinking, control the cost of management information application, and carry out in-depth communication with other subjects on building information to ensure consistency; Contractors need to improve their own ability to apply management information, but also to coordinate and control the relative importance of the three objectives, so that efforts can be more easily converted into positive results.

IMPLEMENTING CONTRACTOR KNOW-HOW IN EARLY PHASES OF COMPLEX INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lena Paar ◽  
Cornelia Ninaus ◽  
Detlef Heck
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Infrastructure Projects ◽  
Know How ◽  
New Approaches ◽  
European Guidelines ◽  
Project Phases ◽  
Early Phases

The importance of bringing contractor know-how into early construction project phases has long been recognized by the construction industry. Although experts and practitioners have considered new forms of procurement and management for construction projects, no significant solutions have been identified until now. It should be mentioned in this context that the Austrian government initiated the implementation of a new procurement approach in 2015 by reducing the opportunity for public clients to award the contract to the bid with the lowest price in conformity with the European guidelines. Austria's infrastructure industry is thus seeking new approaches that are able to implement the know-how of all parties involved in a project. The aim of this paper is to identify possibilities for early contractor involvement and its potential for optimizing the project management in the Austrian infrastructure industry.

scholarly journals Integrating sustainability into construction project management: Barriers in developing countries

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Fathalizadeh ◽  
Parviz Ghoddousi ◽  
Ali Akbar Shirzadi Javid ◽  
M. Reza Hosseini ◽  
Arka Ghosh
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Project Management ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Construction Project Management ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Importance Index ◽  
Development Goals

This paper is an attempt to explore the barriers to integrating sustainability into construction project management in developing countries. To this end, a comprehensive review of the literature is conducted, as a result of which a list of 30 barriers is culled from existing studies. The list of barriers is subsequently assessed in terms of relative importance index (RII) through a survey questionnaire administered to Iranian construction industry experts, resulting in a dataset of 176 completed questionnaires. Findings bring to light the most influential barriers to incorporating sustainability in construction projects for a developing country. These were: (1) lack of understanding of the potential selfbenefits of proactivity and high economic risks that unsustainable practices may carry, (2) inadequate assessment of risks and a silo-based approach, namely, insufficient cooperation among practitioners, research institutions and environmental organisations and (3) the lack of a systematic approach to planning and acting for the fulfilment of sustainability goals. As one of the first studies in its kind, the paper offers invaluable insight for researchers, practitioners, and policy makers, in supporting the transition of construction project management practices towards fulfilling sustainable development goals.

scholarly journals Risk Management Analysis of Follow-up Audit in the Construction Stage of Construction Projects

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yongjun Luo
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Risk Management ◽  
Project Management ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Construction Project Management ◽  
Construction Process ◽  
Construction Stage

The construction project serves as one of the most important projects in the construction industry. The high cost and the particularity in the implementation generate high risks in the investment and construction process. Over the years, the development of construction project management methods has promoted the management of risk factors. This paper reviews the suggestions of risk management of follow-up audit in construction stage and evaluates its application in construction projects.

scholarly journals CONTRACTOR COSTS OF FACTORING ACCOUNT RECEIVABLES FOR A CONSTRUCTION PROJECT / RANGOVO SĄNAUDOS, STATYBŲ PROJEKTO GAUTINAS SUMAS PERDAVUS FAKTORINGO ĮMONEI

2012 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 227-234 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jieh-Haur Chen ◽  
Wei-Hsiang Chen
Keyword(s):  
Financial Management ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Financial Risk ◽  
Credit Rating ◽  
Financial Institution ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Investment Efficiency ◽  
Capital Costs ◽  
The Cost

Literature reveals that approximately 66% of construction project funds are raised from financial institutions. The burden of capital costs on contractors is heavy and financial alternatives for the reduction of capital costs are always desired. The objective of this study is to derive a mathematical way of defining the contractor's costs for factoring account receivables, which is a form of commercial finance whereby a business sells its account receivables at a discount. Factoring can be thus considered as a contractor selling his/her accounts receivable to a factor, a financial institution that provides the services of financing, credit management, and collection. Nevertheless, factoring has far not been used for construction project financing. The relevant literature, empirical practices, and factoring theories from outside the construction industry are all evaluated and the features needed to derive the cost function are explored and integrated. This includes commission costs, expected debt costs, and credit monitoring costs. The case study is utilized and discussed to illustrate the use of factoring for a construction project and its related costs. Under the given assumptions that represent the most common financial conditions in Taiwan, the simulation results show that the contractor's factoring costs without recourse for the construction project make up only 0.8% of the total costs of the examined project which is relatively lower than that of most traditional financing. In addition, the application of factoring has the advantage of facilitating financial management, instantly improving cash flow, enhancement of investment efficiency, avoiding extra loan procedures, improving credit rating, and transfer of financial risk. Factoring is indeed a feasible financial tool for construction projects. Santrauka Literatūros šaltiniai rodo, kad statybų projektuose apie 66 % lėšų gaunama iš finansų institucijų. Rangovams tenka didžiulė kapitalo sąnaudų našta, taigi visuomet pageidautina turėti finansinių alternatyvų kapitalo sąnaudoms mažinti. Šiuo tyrimu siekiama surasti, kaip matematiškai nustatyti rangovo sąnaudas, gautinas sumas perduodant pagal faktoringą, kuris yra komercinio finansavimo forma, kai įmonė savo gautinas sumas parduoda su tam tikra nuolaida. Taigi galima sakyti, kad faktoringo atveju rangovas savo gautinas sumas parduoda faktoriui – finansų institucijai, kuri teikia finansavimo, kreditų tvarkymo ir pinigų rinkimo paslaugas. Tačiau faktoringas ne itin naudojamas statybų projektams finansuoti. Įvertinama atitinkama literatūra, empiriniai pavyzdžiai ir su statybų sektoriumi nesusijusios faktoringo teorijos, nagrinėjamos bei integruojamos savybės, leidžiančios išvesti sąnaudų funkciją. Jos apima komisinius mokesčius, numatomą skolos kainą ir kredito stebėjimo sąnaudas. Atliekamas ir aptariamas atvejo tyrimas, siekiant parodyti faktoringo naudojimą statybų projekte ir susijusias sąnaudas. Pasitelkus tam tikras prielaidas, atspindinčias dažniausiai Taivane pasitaikančias finansines sąlygas, modeliavimo rezultatai rodo, kad statybų projekto atveju rangovo sąnaudos faktoringui be regreso teisės sudaro tik 0,8 proc. visų nagrinėto projekto sąnaudų, o tai gerokai mažiau už daugumą tradicinių finansavimo būdų. Be to, faktoringas duoda ir kitokios naudos: palengvina finansų tvarkymą, iškart pagerina pinigų srautus, padidina investicijų efektyvumą, leidžia išvengti papildomų paskolų procedūrų, pagerina kreditingumą ir perkelia finansinę riziką. Taigi faktoringas – išties tinkamas finansinis įrankis statybų projektams.

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