Contract Management Strategies and Project Performance at Kenya National Highways Authority

2021 ◽  
pp. 23-38
Author(s):  
Aggrey Nyakawa Kwamesa* ◽  
Peterson Obara Magutu ◽  
Stephen Onserio Nyamwange ◽  
Richard Nyaanga Ongeri ◽  
Robert Matwere Bosire ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Project Performance ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Contract Management ◽  
Holistic View ◽  
Future Studies

Construction contract management strategies are key in the achievement of a firms’ objectives. Construction projects are key in any economy due to their high contributions to the economy since they are key in facilitation of key activities. The study was on CMS and project performance of KENHA. The study objectives were to determine the extent of implementation of CMS in KENHA and to establish the effect of CMS on project performance in KENHA. The study adopted a descriptive statics. The study adopted use of strategic choice and agency theory. In the research methodology, the study adopted use descriptive statics. The target population consisted of 40 staff at KENHA. The study used primary data which was collected using questionnaires that were administered through drop and pick method. The supply chain managers, procurement managers or their equivalent were the respondents in KENHA. Data collected was analyzed by use of descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis. Findings were displayed by use of tables for easy understanding. Data was analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The findings from the study revealed that CMS had been implemented in KENHA to a large extent. The study findings revealed positive and significant relationship between CMS and project performance. The research also concludes that 83% of project performance is affected by implementation of CMS at KENHA. The study recommends that future studies be carried out on CMS on other firms other than KENHA. In addition, we need to have a holistic view of other firms other than KENHA alone. The major limitation of the study was that it was solely based on KENHA.

scholarly journals FACTORS INFLUENCING STRATEGIC RESPONSES TO EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT BY DEPOSIT TAKING SACCOS IN NAIROBI COUNTY: A STUDY OF UNAITAS SACCO

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Salat Khalif Abdow ◽  
Dr. Kennedy Ogollah
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
External Environment ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Strategic Responses ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
The One ◽  
And Control

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the factors influencing strategic responses to external environment by deposit taking SACCOS in Nairobi County: a study of Unaitas Sacco.Methodology: The research adopted case study research design. The target population of the study was 11 directors and 600 employees of Unaitas Sacco. The sample size consisted of 61 (10% of the target population) directors and employees of Unaitas Sacco. Stratified random sampling was used in the study to select the one director and the 60 employees of Unaitas Sacco. The study used primary data. The data collection instruments that were used in this study were the interview guide and questionnaire. The qualitative analysis was done using content analysis. Quantitative data analysis employed descriptive statistics and factor analysis.  Descriptive statistics included frequencies, percentages, means and standard deviation. Results were presented in form of tables and charts. Particular statistics in factor analysis was scale plot and commonalities.Results: The study found that reference to past strategy organization external dependence, consideration of level of risk and Organizational Culture greatly influences the choice of strategic response. In addition managerial competence, organizational structure and control processes, time available and availability of resources also greatly influence the choice of strategic responseUnique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The study recommends that Unaitas to invest more in the latest technology and start agency banking as a strategy of expanding its market share and product differentiation.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Monetary Challenges Affecting Operations of Private Tertiary Colleges in Nakuru Town, Kenya

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 67
Author(s):  
A. N. Mugo
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Order Theory ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Pecking Order ◽  
Pecking Order Theory ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Entry Points ◽  
The Relationship

Tertiary colleges are the institution in between the secondary and the universities. They are set aside for those students who fail to join universities due to failure of meeting entry points or lack of requisite fees. Most of these institutions are run by private sectors while a small percentage is run by public sectors. Due to various challenges here have been instances of monetary constraints in these institutions. This facilitated this study which hunted to evaluate the monetary challenges affecting operations of the private tertiary colleges. The study sought to establish the access of funds and credit facilities on operations of the aforestated private tertiary colleges. The pecking order theory guided the study. The study was conducted amongst private tertiary colleges in Nakuru town, Kenya. The study adopted descriptive research design with target population of 109 employees of these institutions. A census survey was conducted. The study employed a questionnaire to collect primary data. Data was processed and analyzed with the aid of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences software. Descriptive and inferential analyses were duly conducted. The findings indicated that access of funds and credit facilities affect operations of private tertiary colleges positively and that the relationship between the two constructs is statistically significant (r = 0.665; p < 0.01). The study concluded that the role played by funds and credit facilities in the Operations of private tertiary colleges cannot be understated. It is recommended that the management of private tertiary colleges should devise various sources of funding such as initiating income-generating projects and liaise with corporate entities for sponsorship of needy students. 

scholarly journals Impact of Incentive Management Strategies on Employee Performance among Telecommunication Firms in Kaduna Metroplis

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 88-98
Author(s):  
Esther Yimi Bagobiri ◽  
Gadi Dung Paul
Keyword(s):  
Survey Design ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Employee Performance ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Monetary Incentive ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Statistical Tool ◽  
The Impact

The study examined the impact of incentive management strategies on employee performance among telecommunication firms in Kaduna metropolis. The objectives of the study were to determine the impacts of monetary incentive management strategies and non-monetary incentive management strategies on employee performance among telecommunication firms in Kaduna metropolis. The study employed survey design method in which a specially designed questionnaire was used to collect primary data from respondents in the study. The target population of the study was employees from the head branches of four selected telecommunication firms in Kaduna metropolis; providing network reception service for calls and internet access data to residence in Kaduna metropolis. The firms include MTN, Airtel, 9Mobile and Glo. The population of employees in these firms’ head branches were; 66 in MTN, 49 in Airtel, 61 in 9Mobile and 54 in Glo; making a total of 230. The sample of the study was same as that of the population, as census sampling technique was used to decide the sample size. Self-administered questionnaire was designed and used to collect the primary data of the study. The collected data for the study was analysed using descriptive statistical analysis tools (mean scores and standard deviation) to summarize the responses and inferential statistical tool (Regression model) to determine whether incentive management strategies have impact on employee performance in the selected firms. The study’s findings showed that both monetary and non-monetary incentive management strategies have significant impact on employee performance among telecommunication firms in Kaduna metropolis. Based on the finding of the study, it was recommended that telecommunication firms continually review existing monetary and non-monetary incentive management strategies and design new incentive programs in order to encourage employee to perform better than their current performance level.

scholarly journals Promoting Performance of the Building Construction Industry through Risk Identification: A Case of Exchequer Funded Building Construction Projects in Machakos County, Kenya

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
John Malu Nzioki ◽  
Mary Nyawira Mwenda
Keyword(s):  
Construction Projects ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Risk Identification ◽  
Building Construction ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
P Value ◽  
County Governments ◽  
Level Of Significance ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Project failure is an increasingly worrying challenge in Kenya. In implementation of exchequer funded building construction projects, the challenge is real. The study examined the influence of risk management practices on the performance of exchequer funded building construction projects in Machakos County. Little research has been conducted on risk identification and its influence on performance of exchequer funded building construction in Machakos County, this study intended to on build onto the already existing body of knowledge. The study was informed by Agency theory and it employed a descriptive survey research design. The target population was 585 National Construction Authority registered contractors and sample size was 232 respondents. In this case the sample selected is deemed to be representative enough of the whole population and therefore valid and genuine generalizations can be made. Methodology involved in collection and analysis of primary data. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze data. Quantitative data was tabulated and analyzed using frequencies, percentages, means and standard deviation. Test statistics computed to establish degree of relationship between the variables was Fisher test. The findings depict that risk identification leads to the performance of exchequer funded building construction Projects by factor of 0.237 with P values of 0.008. At 5% level of significance and 95% level of confidence, this is statistically significant as the P-Value is lower than 0.05. The results for testing the hypothesis were (P=0.008<0.05)as the P-Value is lower than 0.05. The study therefore rejects the null hypothesis. The study concludes that there is significant positive relationship between that risk identification leads to the performance of exchequer funded building construction Projects. Further research can be done to assess the risk identification in other county governments and national government projects in Kenya and other countries in order to establish whether the explored factors can be generalized to influence the performance of exchequer funded building construction Projects. The findings of this paper will be used to serve as a longer-term safeguard against risks in construction of buildings in Kenya.

Effect of Rewards and Compensation on Job Satisfaction among Church Workers in Nakuru West Sub County

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 212-217
Author(s):  
Shadrack Rotich
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Church Workers ◽  
Descriptive Survey

The main purpose of the study was to determine how reward and compensation affect job satisfaction among church workers in Nakuru West Sub County. Herzberg’s Two-Factor and the expectancy theories guided the study. The study employed descriptive survey research design. The target population for the study were the pastoral and other church employees in all the 4 mainstream churches in Nakuru West Sub County. These churches have combined staff population of 188 staff comprising of the pastors, evangelists, secretaries, administrators, caretakers and other staffs recruited depending on the needs and capability of the churches. The study used the primary data where questionnaires were used to collect data after being subjected to Cronbach test for reliability and judgmental test for validity. The study conducted a piloting study, Data was analysed using SPSS version and will initially be analysed using descriptive statistics, and thereon, inferential statistics such Pearson product moment correlation and multiple linear regression analysis. Results was presented in the form of tables and figures. From the research findings, the study concluded that, the study found that factors including salary, benefits, organisational policies, supervision, working conditions and relationships. On the other hand, motivators such as achievement, recognition, promotion, responsibility and work itself promote motivation and consequently satisfaction. The study concludes that employer should demonstrate equal and fair employee handling mechanisms based on their performance evaluation.

An empirical assessment of relational contracting model for supply chain of construction projects

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (7) ◽  
pp. 1537-1560
Author(s):  
Milind Jagtap ◽  
Sachin Kamble
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Project Performance ◽  
Relationship Commitment ◽  
Control Mechanisms ◽  
Relational Contracting ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Future Studies ◽  
Complex Construction

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine how the client–contractor relationship affects the project performance in light the theory of relational contracting. The empirical study evaluates the effect of project trust (PT) mediating through the dyadic factors and procurement-specific factors (PSFs) on the project performance. Design/methodology/approach Research design is carried out in three phases. The first phase of review of literature has identified the key constructs of the study and the conceptual model is formulated. Subsequently, the constructs of the study are validated through expert opinion and pilot study. In the third phase, the questionnaire of the study is administered on 320 samples in various cities of India. The exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis is carried out on the two different sample sizes. The structural equation model is finally tested with satisfactory fit. Findings PT not only improves the dyad factors in construction supply chain (CSC), but also influences the project performance. However, project risk and relationship commitment are not associated with enhancing project performance directly. PSFs and dyad factors are the two mediators in transforming PT into relationship commitment and project performance. Client-led supply chain initiatives and contractor-led supply chain initiatives differ in the CSC. Research limitations/implications The present research has employed behavioral data to understand the effect of project procurement on project performance. Nevertheless, future studies should use objective data to support the constructs of the study. This study outlines the common and socially rooted relational governance of the project. This study is useful to the clients, contractors and policy makers in understanding the interplay of various control mechanisms to ease the procurement of large and complex construction projects. Future studies should focus on separating client-led control mechanisms and contractor-led control mechanisms of the relational contracting and its effect on project performance. Originality/value The research study contributes in formalizing the governance structure of supply chain in dealing with the complex construction projects. The study has contributed in understanding the client-led initiatives and contractor-led supply initiatives of establishing the supply chain of construction projects. It has demonstrated the mediating role of dyadic factors and PSFs in improving the project performance.

Evaluation of labor hiring policies in construction projects performance using system dynamics

2019 ◽  
Vol 69 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-43 ◽  
Author(s):  
Soroush Abbaspour ◽  
Shahin Dabirian
Keyword(s):  
System Dynamics ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Accurate Estimate ◽  
Project Performance ◽  
Earned Value ◽  
Time Intervals ◽  
Holistic View ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Considerable Impact ◽  
Hiring Policies

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to assess different labor hiring policies for construction projects using system dynamics (SD) which have a considerable impact on project performance. Time intervals and work crew composition are two such policies. Through the implementation of a variety of policies, a managerial opportunity presents itself for the effective allocation of human resources and improvement in project performance. Design/methodology/approach The study developed a dynamic model to assess different labor hiring policies using SD based on literature. To further distinguish between findings, the effects of the applied policies on performance were considered using earned value management. Based on a real case for validating the model, the paper discusses the potential benefits of the model, including: having a systematic and holistic view, considering dynamic the labor need and allocation, identifying alternative strategies for performance improvement and simulating the reality of the projects in a virtual model. Findings The achieved simulation results show how different hiring policies affect project performance. This research model can aid decision makers to assess labor hiring policies in various time intervals with different compositions and assist them in selecting the best policies for effective implementation of project. Originality/value The proposed model would be a major attempt using SD to model labor hiring policies more accurate in construction projects performance. In fact, an accurate estimate of labor needed, along with the proper planning and implementing of various labor hiring policies, presents a managerial opportunity whereby the effective allocation of workforces can be optimized leading to drastic improvement in project performance.

scholarly journals How Individual’s Proactive Behavior Helps Construction Sustainability: Exploring the Effects of Project Citizenship Behavior on Project Performance

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (24) ◽  
pp. 6922 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sijia Guo ◽  
Xueqing Wang ◽  
Lipeng Fu ◽  
Yunfeng Liu
Keyword(s):  
Construction Projects ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Project Performance ◽  
Utilization Efficiency ◽  
Sustainable Construction ◽  
Citizenship Behavior ◽  
Proactive Behavior ◽  
Sustainability Performance ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Taking Charge

Sustainable development has been commonly identified as a vital target in the construction industry. Studies have examined different management strategies and procedures to promote resource utilization efficiency, while the human factors in sustainable construction have received far less attention. This paper investigates the influence of Project Citizenship Behavior (PCB) on project performance in the sustainable construction context. After introducing the concept of “relationship sustainability,” a moderating model is established. Data are collected from 152 experienced construction project managers in China. The results show positive relationships between most dimensions of Project Citizenship Behavior and construction sustainability performance, in spite of the negative effect of taking charge on relationship sustainability. Moreover, the degree of complexity of projects acts as a moderator in the relationship between Project Citizenship Behavior and construction sustainability performance. This paper endeavors to enrich the knowledge of sustainable construction by regarding human behavioral factors as important resources and explaining their effect on project sustainability, thus shedding light on the theory of sustainable construction by extending it to the micro-level analysis, as well as offering guidelines about how to raise the sustainability level of construction projects.

scholarly journals Waste Konstruksi: Identifikasi Potensi dan Penyebabnya Pada Proyek Perumahan Di Pekanbaru

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 79-88
Author(s):  
Sapitri Ap ◽  
Firdaus Firdaus
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Work Productivity ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Construction Process ◽  
Sale Price ◽  
Fishbone Diagram ◽  
Glass Metal

[ID] Waste merupakan salah satu penyebab rendahnya produktivitas. Besarnya potensi waste tentu saja akan merugikan owner ataupun kontraktor. Waste pada industri perumahan dapat mempengaruhi nilai jual rumah itu sendiri. Potensi waste material yang muncul pada proses pembangunan, penting untuk diidentifikasi dan dicari penyebabnya. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah mengidentifikasikan waste pada industri konstruksi (proyek perumahan) beserta sumber penyebab waste tersebut. Penelitian bersifat kuantitative dan data primer dikumpulkan dengan bantuan instrument kuesioner.  Responden yang terlibat seluruhnya adalah pengawas lapangan/penanggung jawab lapangan proyek perumahan.  The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) dan fishbone diagram digunakan sebagai alat analisis variable dan indikator penyebab waste. Secara keseluruhan, hasil identifikasi penelitian menunjukkan bahwa material yang berpotensi ditemui pada proyek pembangunan perumahan di Pekanbaru yaitu material kayu dan batu bata (berpotensi sedang), material keramik, genteng, besi beton, cat, tanah, batu, pasir dan plesteran (berpotensi rendah) dan, cardboard packaging, plastic, kaca, metal, aspal dan plafond (berpotensi sangat rendah). Terdapat beberapa variable penyebab waste. Variabel-variabel tersebut terkait dengan sumber daya yang dibutuhkan selama proses pengerjaan proyek. Sumber penyebab waste yang berkonstribusi selama proses produksi secara signifikan dipengaruhi oleh variable: alat/mesin sebesar 0.885, metode kerja sebesar 0.873, material sebesar 0.866, manpower sebesar 0.821, dan lingkungan sebesar 0.808. Satu sumber variable dapat mempengaruhi variable yang lain, sehingga sangat penting untuk memperhatikan penyebab waste agar produktivitas pekerjaan dilapangan tidak terganggu. [EN] Waste is one of the causes of low productivity. The potential of waste will certainly harm the owner or contractor. Waste in housing industry can affect the sale price of the house. The potential of material waste in construction process is important to identify and need to find its cause. The purpose of this study is to identify waste in the construction industry (housing project) along with the source of the cause of the waste. Quantitative research is conducted and primary data were collected with questionnaire as the instrument. All respondents involved were supervisor. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) and fishbone diagrams are used as a tool for analyzing variables and indicators of the causes of waste. Overall, the result of research identification shows that the potential material in housing construction projects in Pekanbaru, namely wood and brick material (medium potential), ceramic, roof tile, steel, paint, soil, stone, sand and plastering (low potential) and, cardboard packaging, plastic, glass, metal, asphalt and ceiling (very low potential). There are several variables that cause waste. These variables are related to the resources that needed during the construction process. The sources of waste causes that contribute during the production process are significantly influenced by variables, i.e. tools / machines at 0.885, work methods at 0.873, materials at 0.866, manpower at 0.821, and the environment at 0.808. One source of variables can affect other variables, so it is necessary to pay attention to the waste causes so that work productivity uninterrupted.

scholarly journals Demographic Variation and Stress Management Skills

2019 ◽  
Vol IV (IV) ◽  
pp. 209-216
Author(s):  
Saira Nudrat ◽  
Qurat ul ain Hina ◽  
Shazia Zamir
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Public Sector ◽  
Stress Management ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Management Skills ◽  
University Employees ◽  
University Level

The objectives of the study were focused on the demographic factor-based comparison of stress management skills of university-level teachers. 1362 teachers from faculty of Social Sciences serving in universities of Islamabad were taken as target population for the study. 412 teachers were selected as samples by using stratified sampling technique. Data was collected through a self-developed questionnaire that was based on seven stress management strategies. In accordance with the objectives t-test and ANOVA were applied. Results revealed that university employees with 15-20 years of experience in (Public sector) were more skilled in managing stressful situations. Stress management skills were found better in females than males. Furthermore, teachers serving in public sector universities were found more capable of dealing with stress. The study recommended that top management of educational institutions may redesign their workplace environment as making it more conducive for employees with reference to occupational stress management.

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