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The primary purpose of this study was to determine the use of CM for Indiana school construction projects and the perceived level of superintendents' satisfaction with the performance of CM. More specifically, the following issues were analyzed: (a) of the projects costing two million dollars or more, what percentage used CM in the years 1994 and 1995 compared to the previous two years; (b) to determine if a relationship exists related to the geographical location and enrollment of a school corporation and the decision to use CM; (c) to determine if a relationship exists related to the cost of a project and the decision to use CM; (d) to determine method and amount of CM compensation related to construction cost; (e) to determine superintendents' perceived level of satisfaction with the use of CM; (f) to determine superintendents' perceptions regarding the efficiency and effectiveness of CM.A descriptive survey research procedure was used in this study. The survey instrument was developed by the author following input from a panel of experts. The population of this study was superintendents of Indiana school corporations with school construction projects costing two million dollars or more during the years of 1994 and 1995. Data were collected during March and April 1997. A total of 38 superintendents were identified for the study and a total of 32 usable surveys were returned and analyzed.The findings indicated: (a) more than half of the school construction projects used CM; (b) suburban and rural school districts reported using CM for their projects more often than other geographic classifications; (c) 50% of the superintendents surveyed indicated enrollments of 5,000 or more students; (d) no significant findings were reported for school construction costs and use of CM; (e) nearly two thirds of the superintendents surveyed reported paying a flat fee for CM services; (f) more than 70% of the superintendents surveyed reported the use of CM achieved expected levels of effectiveness and efficiency; (g) more than 70% of the superintendents surveyed reported being at least satisfied with the performance of CM services. In addition, the study offers recommendations for practice and further research. / Department of Educational Leadership

Thesis (M. Hous. M.)--University of Hong Kong, 1998. / "1997"--Cover. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 72-78).

Thesis (M.Hous.M.)--University of Hong Kong, 1998. / "1997"--Cover. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 72-78). Also available in print.

Esta pesquisa desenvolveu um estudo exploratório sobre a análise das relações entre as características da estrutura organizacional e o nível de desenvolvimento dos processos gerenciais de empresas de construção civil. A revisão bibliográfica teve por base a teoria das organizações, os modelos de maturidade organizacional, o modelo das 5 forças de Porter e o modelo de processos PCF (Process Classification Framework). Os dados foram coletados através de um questionário aplicado aos profissionais da área de construção civil. A sua consolidação foi realizada através do software Predictive Analytics Software - PASW (antigo SPSS) por meio da análise de Pearson e correlação canônica. A pesquisa mostrou que existe a correlação entre os níveis de desenvolvimento dos processos de gestão nas empresas entrevistadas e a estrutura organizacional e identificou quais características interferem diretamente na gestão das empresas de construção civil. A escolha da análise de Pearson proporcionou a análise unitária da correlação de cada variável com outra. A correlação canônica propiciou a análise da correlação de dois grupos por meio das funções canônicas. Essa pesquisa contribuiu para um melhor entendimento dos processos de gestão nas empresas de construção civil e da estrutura organizacional. / This research is an exploratory study on the analysis of relations between the organizational structure characteristics and level of development of the management processes of construction companies. The review was based on the theory of organizations, organizational maturity models, Porter's five forces model and PCF (Process Classification Framework). Data were collected through a questionnaire administered to construction professionals. The consolidation was performed with software Predictive Analytics Software - SPSS (old SPSS) through the analysis of Pearson and canonical correlation. Research has shown that there is a correlation between levels of development of management processes in companies interviewed and their organizational structure and also the characteristics identified which directly interfere the management of construction companies. The Pearson analysis provided a correlation between each variable with another and the canonical correlation analysis allowed the correlation of the two groups by means of the canonical functions. This research contributed to a better understanding of management processes in construction companies, and organizational structure.

Bakgrund Byggföretagen står för en väsentlig del av det svenska näringslivet och har de senaste åren upplevt en hög omsättningstillväxt. Dessa företag arbetar i en projektbaserad miljö vilket skapar ett behov av en styrning för att hantera alla projekt ur ett helhetsperspektiv. Med hjälp av Project Portfolio Management kan byggföretagen hantera den risk och låga marginaler som präglar branschen och i bästa fall öka sin lönsamhet. Syfte Syftet med denna studie är att skapa en helhetsbild av hur hanteringen av projektportföljen ser ut i svenska byggföretag och att analysera vilka faktorer som är betydelsefulla vid projekturvalet. Detta sker genom att utveckla en teoretiskt förankrad referensram som sedan används för att analysera byggföretagens process för hanteringen av företagets projektportfölj. Metod Studien är baserad på en kvalitativ forskningsmetod där semi-strukturerade intervjuer genomförts med beslutsfattare och chefer inom respektive byggföretag. Intervjuerna har genomförts för att söka efter mönster och samband mellan de studerade byggföretagens hantering av projektportföljen. Slutsats De svenska byggföretagens hantering av projektportföljen sker i en decentraliserad organisation där graden av formell styrning varierar beroende på företagets storlek. En formalisering av byggföretagens PPM kan bidra till förbättrad riskhantering och en möjlighet för ökad lönsamhet. Resurser, tid och kompetens är grundläggande kriterier för att byggföretaget ska kunna ta sig an ett projekt. Vem kunden är och vad det är för typ av projekt har också en betydelse då byggföretagen är riskaverta och föredrar att ge sig in i projekt de är duktiga på. / Background The construction industry represents a vital part of the Swedish GDP and have been experiencing a high revenue growth during the last years. The construction companies work in a project based environment which calls for a holistic management system. Using Project Portfolio Management, the construction companies can manage their risks and low profit margins that characterizes the industry and in best case scenario increase their margins. Purpose The purpose of this thesis is to create a holistic view of the management of the project portfolio in Swedish construction companies and to analyze which factors are important in the project selection process. This is done by developing a theoretically-based reference frame that is used to analyze the construction companies process for managing their project portfolios. Method The thesis is based on a qualitative research method where semistructured interviews were conducted with decision makers and managers within each construction company. Interviews have been conducted to search for patterns and relationships between the studied construction companies' management of the project portfolio. Conclusio The management of the Swedish construction companies’ project portfolios occurs in decentralized organizations where the degree of formal management varies depending on the size of the company. A formalization of construction companies' PPM can contribute to improved risk management and an opportunity for increased profitability. Resources, time and skills are fundamental criterias for the construction company to be able to undertake a project. Other significant criterias in this process are the customer and the type of project.

Thesis (MTech (Construction Management))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2016. / This research was carried out to assess the extent to which supervisory motivational strategies can transform construction workers to perform higher levels of productivity. While worker motivation has been proven to improve productivity globally, motivation was rarely implemented in South African conditions. This study gauges the construction workers’ viewpoint on how supervisory motivational strategies can improve worker productivity. A pilot study was conducted in the initial stage of the study to gain more insight into the study. A qualitative research approach was employed using a semi-structured questionnaire to interview construction workers including bricklayers, plumbers, concrete workers, electricians and earthworks workers. The interviews were done in Bellville in the Western Cape at two conveniently selected construction companies. The data was analysed using content data analysis. Most prevalent in the findings of this study is the fact that the workers agreed that a lack of supervisory motivational techniques negatively impact their productivity. This information was helpful in setting up the questionnaires for the main study.

Thesis (MTech (Business Administration))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2017. / The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of four High Performance Work Practices (HPWPs) on project performance in selected construction companies in Cape Town, South Africa. The four HPWPs comprised: recruitment and selection (RS); performance appraisal (PA); training and development (TD); and compensation system (CS). The study employed a positivist philosophy utilizing the survey method to collect data from 70 employees who were drawn from a select group of multi-project construction companies in Cape Town, South Africa. The respondents comprised employees who worked as project team members and line staff/ administrative staff. Non-probability sampling procedure in the form of convenience sampling technique was used for the selection of five (5) construction organisations in Cape Town, South Africa. Probability sampling procedure in the form of stratified sampling technique was employed in the selection of the respondents to complete the questionnaire.Collected data was captured and analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 24. The main research question of the study was: What is the relationship between the four HPWPs and project performance? The results indicate that CS has a weak positive relationship with project performance, whereas TD, PA and RS have weak negative relationships with project performance. It also emerged that there are other factors that significantly affect project performance other than the HPWPs investigated.The results of this study are significant because they provide a unique view of the work environment that has been insufficiently examined. Also, very few studies have focused on the above four universal HPWPs, which this study was earmarked for. The results that are obtained from this study significantly add to the overall body of knowledge pertaining to theories and their application in HRM, project performance and multi-project environments issues.

Design changes due to lack of constructability, cost overruns, delays and dissatisfied clients are but a few problems experienced in construction due to poor management of the design processes. Increased problems, challenges, demands and continuous criticism of the architectural profession has led to increased demand for research into the improvement of design processes. The aims of this research were to determine the adequacy of design management processes used by Eastern Cape (EC) architectural companies and compare these with the design management processes used in manufacturing in order to establish practices, theories, principles, technologies and deliverables that can be transferred from the manufacturing into the construction to improve efficiency of architectural design management. The quantitative research approach was implemented for this research, the questionnaire was designed to acquire primary, factual and attitudinal data from EC architectural companies and secondary data were acquired through a literature review. The results revealed that design management processes, continuous improvement philosophies, lean principles, and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) used by EC architectural companies are not similar to those used in manufacturing. Therefore EC architectural companies could increase their efficiency by adopting some of the design management processes, ICT, continuous improvement philosophies and lean principles originating from the manufacturing industry.

M.Tech. (Construction Management) / The construction industry is a key sector in the development and economic growth of South Africa. However, the industry has not escaped the challenges facing other countries worldwide in terms of delivering construction projects within budget and on time as stipulated in the contracts. This study assesses the causes, effects and measures of minimising construction projects cost and schedule overruns in the Gauteng Province of South Africa. The data used in this study were derived from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data was collected via detailed review of related literature. The primary data was collected through a questionnaire which was distributed to construction professionals. Out of the 200 questionnaires sent out, 146 were received representing a 73% response rate. Findings revealed that inadequate planning, change in project design, poor project management, inadequate financial provision and inaccurate estimates were the major causes of construction projects cost overruns. Furthermore the study also showed that the causes of construction projects schedule overruns in Gauteng province included: slowness in decision making process, reworks due to errors during construction, delays in approving major changes in the scope of work, delay in material delivery, shortage of skilled equipment operators and low productivity level of workers. Additionally, it was observed that construction project delays, increased project cost due to extension of time, liability of companies to bad debt and project abandonment. The study also revealed that extension of time, cost overruns, loss of profit, disputes and poor quality of work due to hurrying the project were the major effects of construction projects schedule overruns. Likewise, the study revealed that adequate planning, proper pre-contract planning, proper project implementation and management and good workmanship were the most effective ways of minimising construction projects cost overruns. Finally the results revealed that proper project planning and scheduling, effective strategic planning, site management and supervision, frequent coordination between the construction team, availability of clear information and communication channels were the most effective ways of minimising construction projects schedule overruns in the Gauteng Province of South Africa. It is recommended that all members of construction teams be trained and educated of the factors that cause project cost and schedule overruns in order to minimise these overruns.