An assessment of occupants’ expectation in the delivery of low-income housing in South Africa
- Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2012
- Subjects: Housing subsidy beneficiaries , Housing , Low-income housing
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5324 , ISSN 9781405156486 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/8235
- Description: Low-income housing provision has been a major focus of the government in postapartheid South Africa. While success can be noted, there is a growing concern on the housing expectations and satisfaction of the housing occupants. Utilizing postoccupancy survey conducted in four locations that had benefited from the government housing subsidy scheme, the research identifies how the expectations of the occupants of low-income housing can be met in the Gauteng Province of South Africa. The results from the post-occupancy survey revealed that most of the beneficiaries housing needs were not met, as a majority of the respondents informed that they had expected bigger units; however, when they were allocated the houses, the expectation was not met. Though, a major obstacle while the respondents expectation was not met pointed toward the lack of consultation between the Department of Human Settlement and the occupants. A comparison is also made to ascertain the correlation between meeting of occupants' expectation and the maintenance of the houses. It is suggested that the Department of Human Settlement should conduct occupants need assessment on future housing project to be developed and on a consistence basis should employ post-occupancy survey to inform, improve and guarantee the expectation and housing satisfaction of the beneficiaries of subsidised housing units in South Africa.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2012
- Subjects: Housing subsidy beneficiaries , Housing , Low-income housing
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5324 , ISSN 9781405156486 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/8235
- Description: Low-income housing provision has been a major focus of the government in postapartheid South Africa. While success can be noted, there is a growing concern on the housing expectations and satisfaction of the housing occupants. Utilizing postoccupancy survey conducted in four locations that had benefited from the government housing subsidy scheme, the research identifies how the expectations of the occupants of low-income housing can be met in the Gauteng Province of South Africa. The results from the post-occupancy survey revealed that most of the beneficiaries housing needs were not met, as a majority of the respondents informed that they had expected bigger units; however, when they were allocated the houses, the expectation was not met. Though, a major obstacle while the respondents expectation was not met pointed toward the lack of consultation between the Department of Human Settlement and the occupants. A comparison is also made to ascertain the correlation between meeting of occupants' expectation and the maintenance of the houses. It is suggested that the Department of Human Settlement should conduct occupants need assessment on future housing project to be developed and on a consistence basis should employ post-occupancy survey to inform, improve and guarantee the expectation and housing satisfaction of the beneficiaries of subsidised housing units in South Africa.
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An exploration of the use of Delphi methodology in housing satisfaction studies
- Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2012
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Housing studies , Low-income housing
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5340 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/8911
- Description: The Delphi technique has become generally accepted in the past decade by a broad range of institutions, government departments, and policy research organizations. The Delphi method was originally developed in the 50s by the RAND Corporation after a series of studies in Santa Monica, California. This approach consists of a survey conducted in two or more rounds and affords the participants in the second round with the results of the first so that they can alter the original assessments if they want to - or stick to their previous opinion. It is commonly presumed that the method makes better use of group interaction whereby the questionnaire is the medium of interaction. The Delphi method is especially useful for long-range forecasting, as expert opinions are the only source of information available. The objective of this paper is to outline how the Delphi technique process was used to predict and to understand issues encircling housing satisfaction in South Africa low-income housing. The paper objective is based on the premise that the technique has never been used to study housing satisfaction amongst the low income group in South Africa despite the numerous empirical studies that has been conducted; hence the framework. This is because the Delphi approach solicits expert’s view on subjects surrounded with confusion. The methodological approach adopted for the study was a content analysis of published peer reviewed journal articles with regards to the use of the techniques in housing studies. The Delphi technique is discussed because it is an approved and credible research technique which helps to overcome experts’ disagreement with issues.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2012
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Housing studies , Low-income housing
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5340 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/8911
- Description: The Delphi technique has become generally accepted in the past decade by a broad range of institutions, government departments, and policy research organizations. The Delphi method was originally developed in the 50s by the RAND Corporation after a series of studies in Santa Monica, California. This approach consists of a survey conducted in two or more rounds and affords the participants in the second round with the results of the first so that they can alter the original assessments if they want to - or stick to their previous opinion. It is commonly presumed that the method makes better use of group interaction whereby the questionnaire is the medium of interaction. The Delphi method is especially useful for long-range forecasting, as expert opinions are the only source of information available. The objective of this paper is to outline how the Delphi technique process was used to predict and to understand issues encircling housing satisfaction in South Africa low-income housing. The paper objective is based on the premise that the technique has never been used to study housing satisfaction amongst the low income group in South Africa despite the numerous empirical studies that has been conducted; hence the framework. This is because the Delphi approach solicits expert’s view on subjects surrounded with confusion. The methodological approach adopted for the study was a content analysis of published peer reviewed journal articles with regards to the use of the techniques in housing studies. The Delphi technique is discussed because it is an approved and credible research technique which helps to overcome experts’ disagreement with issues.
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Satisfaction level with neighbourhoods in low-income housing : a case study of Johannesburg, South Africa
- Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2012
- Subjects: Residential satisfaction , Neighbourhood , Low-income housing - South Africa - Gauteng
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4687 , ISSN 978-0-620-54069-8 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/10472
- Description: For the past 17 years, the South Africa government has been providing housing schemes for the low-income and disadvantaged group. These low-income housing schemes have not, however, been holistically evaluated. Based on a post occupancy evaluation protocol of occupant survey of low-income housing scheme in Johannesburg, South Africa, the article presents the beneficiaries’ judgement and assessment of the environment in which they are living. Face-to-face interview with 78 occupants revealed that they attached great importance to the level of satisfaction with their neighbourhoods. The most important factor associated with their neighbourhood satisfaction was privacy, which was a reflection of their previously living background.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2012
- Subjects: Residential satisfaction , Neighbourhood , Low-income housing - South Africa - Gauteng
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4687 , ISSN 978-0-620-54069-8 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/10472
- Description: For the past 17 years, the South Africa government has been providing housing schemes for the low-income and disadvantaged group. These low-income housing schemes have not, however, been holistically evaluated. Based on a post occupancy evaluation protocol of occupant survey of low-income housing scheme in Johannesburg, South Africa, the article presents the beneficiaries’ judgement and assessment of the environment in which they are living. Face-to-face interview with 78 occupants revealed that they attached great importance to the level of satisfaction with their neighbourhoods. The most important factor associated with their neighbourhood satisfaction was privacy, which was a reflection of their previously living background.
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An assessment of the key determinants of building science students’ satisfaction when undertaking group work: a case study of the University of Johannesburg, South Africa
- Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2013
- Subjects: Team work , Students’ satisfaction , University of Johannesburg. Students
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4874 , ISSN 978-0-9566060-6-8 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12550
- Description: This study assesses university’s students’ views on team work. The specific research aim is to investigate the factors that affect students’ satisfaction when undertaking group work. The data used in this paper were derived from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data was collected via a detailed review of related literature. The primary data was collected through a structured questionnaire aimed at 55 BTech (undergraduate final year) students. Data received from the questionnaires was analysed using descriptive statistics procedures. Findings from the study revealed that the most important factors which affect students’ satisfaction when undertaking group works are: students having the same attitude towards work; ground rules for the operation of the group; some students do not come to group meetings and not all students contribute to the group assignments. This study reveals the key determinants of students’ satisfaction when undertaking group work, hence preparing the students to be team players before they enter the world of work.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2013
- Subjects: Team work , Students’ satisfaction , University of Johannesburg. Students
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4874 , ISSN 978-0-9566060-6-8 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12550
- Description: This study assesses university’s students’ views on team work. The specific research aim is to investigate the factors that affect students’ satisfaction when undertaking group work. The data used in this paper were derived from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data was collected via a detailed review of related literature. The primary data was collected through a structured questionnaire aimed at 55 BTech (undergraduate final year) students. Data received from the questionnaires was analysed using descriptive statistics procedures. Findings from the study revealed that the most important factors which affect students’ satisfaction when undertaking group works are: students having the same attitude towards work; ground rules for the operation of the group; some students do not come to group meetings and not all students contribute to the group assignments. This study reveals the key determinants of students’ satisfaction when undertaking group work, hence preparing the students to be team players before they enter the world of work.
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Barriers to informal settlements upgrading in the Gauteng province of South Africa
- Sibiya, Mandisa, Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Sibiya, Mandisa , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2013
- Subjects: Human settlement - Gauteng province , Informal settlements - South Africa - Gauteng
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4858 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12534
- Description: Informal settlements are homes to millions of people in and around the world, particularly in developing countries. The purpose of this study is to assess the problems and challenges facing the upgrading of informal settlements and also to investigate the potential remedies for these challenges, with the aim of reducing or formalizing these settlements in the Gauteng Province, as it has become a reality of the present day. The data used in this study was derived from both primary and secondary sources. The primary data in this paper was collected through the use of a 50 structure structured questionnaire to officials of the Department of Human Settlement in the Gauteng province. From the 50 questionnaire sent out, 33 were received representing a 66% overall respond rate. The Data received from the questionnaires was analysed using descriptive statistics procedures. The secondary data used in this study was obtained through a comprehensive review of related literature. Findings from the study revealed that there are a number of problems and challenges facing the upgrading of informal settlements in the Gauteng Province. Paramount amongst these are: funding constraints, limited capacity and human resource constraints, scarcity of well located developable land and slow decision making as a result of bureaucratic influence. Further findings revealed that adequate planning procedures, faster and more streamlined development planning approvals, and the strengthening of inter-departmental Relations are effective ways to remedy the challenges and problems facing the upgrading of informal settlements. This study contributes to the body of knowledge on the subject of the problems and challenges facing informal settlement upgrading in Gauteng, South Africa.
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- Authors: Sibiya, Mandisa , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2013
- Subjects: Human settlement - Gauteng province , Informal settlements - South Africa - Gauteng
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4858 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12534
- Description: Informal settlements are homes to millions of people in and around the world, particularly in developing countries. The purpose of this study is to assess the problems and challenges facing the upgrading of informal settlements and also to investigate the potential remedies for these challenges, with the aim of reducing or formalizing these settlements in the Gauteng Province, as it has become a reality of the present day. The data used in this study was derived from both primary and secondary sources. The primary data in this paper was collected through the use of a 50 structure structured questionnaire to officials of the Department of Human Settlement in the Gauteng province. From the 50 questionnaire sent out, 33 were received representing a 66% overall respond rate. The Data received from the questionnaires was analysed using descriptive statistics procedures. The secondary data used in this study was obtained through a comprehensive review of related literature. Findings from the study revealed that there are a number of problems and challenges facing the upgrading of informal settlements in the Gauteng Province. Paramount amongst these are: funding constraints, limited capacity and human resource constraints, scarcity of well located developable land and slow decision making as a result of bureaucratic influence. Further findings revealed that adequate planning procedures, faster and more streamlined development planning approvals, and the strengthening of inter-departmental Relations are effective ways to remedy the challenges and problems facing the upgrading of informal settlements. This study contributes to the body of knowledge on the subject of the problems and challenges facing informal settlement upgrading in Gauteng, South Africa.
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The role of beneficiaries’ participation in South Africa low-income housing occupants’ satisfaction
- Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2013
- Subjects: Low-income housing - South Africa
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/365641 , uj:4865 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12541
- Description: The purpose of this paper is to present findings from an investigation conducted in South Africa subsidised low-income housing, on how beneficiary’s participation could influence residents’ satisfaction with their houses. The study was conducted amongst South Africa housing practitioners’ and the low-income housing occupants’. Data used in the study was obtained from a Delphi and field questionnaire study. Using Structural Equation Modelling software EQS, the influence of beneficiaries’ participation was investigated. The finding was that beneficiary participation influence on the residents’ satisfaction was statistically significant and hence exacted a direct influence in the prediction of the residents’ satisfaction with their houses. The research was conducted in South Africa three metropolitan and one district municipalities. Therefore due to the idiosyncratic dataset used in the study, it remains to be seen if the evaluated relationships between beneficiary participation and residents’ satisfaction can replicate to other cross-cultural datasets. If this is the case, the paper makes a significant contribution towards understanding residential satisfaction on subsidised low-income housing projects. This study provided significant insight into how beneficiary participation influence residents’ satisfaction and how residents’ satisfaction with their houses could be improved.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2013
- Subjects: Low-income housing - South Africa
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/365641 , uj:4865 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12541
- Description: The purpose of this paper is to present findings from an investigation conducted in South Africa subsidised low-income housing, on how beneficiary’s participation could influence residents’ satisfaction with their houses. The study was conducted amongst South Africa housing practitioners’ and the low-income housing occupants’. Data used in the study was obtained from a Delphi and field questionnaire study. Using Structural Equation Modelling software EQS, the influence of beneficiaries’ participation was investigated. The finding was that beneficiary participation influence on the residents’ satisfaction was statistically significant and hence exacted a direct influence in the prediction of the residents’ satisfaction with their houses. The research was conducted in South Africa three metropolitan and one district municipalities. Therefore due to the idiosyncratic dataset used in the study, it remains to be seen if the evaluated relationships between beneficiary participation and residents’ satisfaction can replicate to other cross-cultural datasets. If this is the case, the paper makes a significant contribution towards understanding residential satisfaction on subsidised low-income housing projects. This study provided significant insight into how beneficiary participation influence residents’ satisfaction and how residents’ satisfaction with their houses could be improved.
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An assessment of critical success factors for the reduction of the cost of poor quality from construction projects in South Africa
- Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Construction industry - South Africa - Quality control
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4786 , ISSN 978-0-9552390-8-3 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/11969
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Construction industry - South Africa - Quality control
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4786 , ISSN 978-0-9552390-8-3 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/11969
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Awareness and prospects of agile project management in the Ghanaian construction industry
- Ametepey, Simon Ofori, Ansah, Samuel Kwame, Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Authors: Ametepey, Simon Ofori , Ansah, Samuel Kwame , Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Agile project management - Ghana , Construction industry - Ghana
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4803 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12058
- Description: Recent studies of the construction industry have revealed that project management has developed in the opposite direction over the past few years, towards a ‘harder’ and more stringent approach with an increasing degree of specialization. It has been observed that the present day construction activities require new management paradigms. Conversely, there are some new developments in the field such as Agile Project Management (APM). APM approach has gained momentum in other industries and is now being given consideration in the construction industry. Within this approach, the human aspect takes precedence over reliance on documentation. This research assessed the prospects of APM in the construction industry in Ghana using the SWOT analysis model. A mixed method approached (questionnaire and interview survey) was adopted to elicit data from respondents. Questionnaires were used to retrieve data from Construction Project Managers (CPM) whereas interview was conducted with some project management experts. The results of the survey revealed that there is a very low level of awareness of the concept of APM amongst CPMs in Ghana. Even though a small number of the respondents were aware of APM, they lack thorough knowledge of the concept as the concept has never been adopted in any of the projects managed by these professionals. However, majority of the CPMs welcomed the concept and were eager to know more about it. It is therefore recommended that more discussions, seminars, training, and workshops on APM and its importance should be initiated to enhance the level of awareness and knowledge in the Ghanaian construction industry. Likewise, further studies could also look at how both paradigms (APM and Traditional project management) can be mixed since they all have their weaknesses and strengths.
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- Authors: Ametepey, Simon Ofori , Ansah, Samuel Kwame , Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Agile project management - Ghana , Construction industry - Ghana
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4803 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12058
- Description: Recent studies of the construction industry have revealed that project management has developed in the opposite direction over the past few years, towards a ‘harder’ and more stringent approach with an increasing degree of specialization. It has been observed that the present day construction activities require new management paradigms. Conversely, there are some new developments in the field such as Agile Project Management (APM). APM approach has gained momentum in other industries and is now being given consideration in the construction industry. Within this approach, the human aspect takes precedence over reliance on documentation. This research assessed the prospects of APM in the construction industry in Ghana using the SWOT analysis model. A mixed method approached (questionnaire and interview survey) was adopted to elicit data from respondents. Questionnaires were used to retrieve data from Construction Project Managers (CPM) whereas interview was conducted with some project management experts. The results of the survey revealed that there is a very low level of awareness of the concept of APM amongst CPMs in Ghana. Even though a small number of the respondents were aware of APM, they lack thorough knowledge of the concept as the concept has never been adopted in any of the projects managed by these professionals. However, majority of the CPMs welcomed the concept and were eager to know more about it. It is therefore recommended that more discussions, seminars, training, and workshops on APM and its importance should be initiated to enhance the level of awareness and knowledge in the Ghanaian construction industry. Likewise, further studies could also look at how both paradigms (APM and Traditional project management) can be mixed since they all have their weaknesses and strengths.
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Construction health and safety risk management
- Mustapha, Z., Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Mustapha, Z. , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Construction industry , Risk management , Construction industry - Health measures , Construction industry - Safety measures
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4822 , ISSN 978-0-86970-782-1 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12263
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- Authors: Mustapha, Z. , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Construction industry , Risk management , Construction industry - Health measures , Construction industry - Safety measures
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4822 , ISSN 978-0-86970-782-1 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12263
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Homeownership and effectiveness of the South Africa government housing subsidy scheme
- Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Homeowners - South Africa , Housing subsidies - South Africa - Government policy , Gauteng (South Africa). Dept. of Housing
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5027 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/13546
- Description: This paper presents findings on the effectiveness of the South Africa government housing subsidy scheme in the delivery of houses to its citizens, thus providing homeownership especially to the low-income group and the disadvantaged poor. The paper also evaluates the usage of the houses by the occupants. The results from the post-occupancy survey of the provided houses revealed that the progressive realization of housing for the low-income and disadvantaged groups is being met as all beneficiaries were South African citizens. The survey also revealed that the beneficiaries living in the subsidized houses were originally allocated the houses by the Gauteng Department of Housing (GDOH), which oversees housing allocation in the province adopted as the site for the study. However, from those originally allocated, it was indicated that some of the beneficiaries were previously living in shacks, while some were homeless (absolute homelessness). Further findings from the survey showed that the original intended use of the houses by the government (private residential use) is what the subsidized houses are being used for as revealed by the respondents. This paper starts with an overview of the literature on this topic and the importance of homeownership, and then presents the results of the analysis and findings of the research. Finally, the paper draws some conclusions and makes recommendations. The originality of this paper is based on the fact that there have been issues surrounding the South Africa government's financial commitment of 5% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is grossly inadequate to overcome its huge housing backlog. Due to the limited study to substantiate if the little devoted GDP is making any impact on the disadvantaged group, the current research contributes to this body of knowledge.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Homeowners - South Africa , Housing subsidies - South Africa - Government policy , Gauteng (South Africa). Dept. of Housing
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5027 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/13546
- Description: This paper presents findings on the effectiveness of the South Africa government housing subsidy scheme in the delivery of houses to its citizens, thus providing homeownership especially to the low-income group and the disadvantaged poor. The paper also evaluates the usage of the houses by the occupants. The results from the post-occupancy survey of the provided houses revealed that the progressive realization of housing for the low-income and disadvantaged groups is being met as all beneficiaries were South African citizens. The survey also revealed that the beneficiaries living in the subsidized houses were originally allocated the houses by the Gauteng Department of Housing (GDOH), which oversees housing allocation in the province adopted as the site for the study. However, from those originally allocated, it was indicated that some of the beneficiaries were previously living in shacks, while some were homeless (absolute homelessness). Further findings from the survey showed that the original intended use of the houses by the government (private residential use) is what the subsidized houses are being used for as revealed by the respondents. This paper starts with an overview of the literature on this topic and the importance of homeownership, and then presents the results of the analysis and findings of the research. Finally, the paper draws some conclusions and makes recommendations. The originality of this paper is based on the fact that there have been issues surrounding the South Africa government's financial commitment of 5% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is grossly inadequate to overcome its huge housing backlog. Due to the limited study to substantiate if the little devoted GDP is making any impact on the disadvantaged group, the current research contributes to this body of knowledge.
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Practitioners perspective for the implementation of sustainable construction in the Ghananian construction industry
- Ametepey, Simon Ofori, Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Authors: Ametepey, Simon Ofori , Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Sustainable urban development , Sustainable construction , Construction industry - Ghana
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4821 , ISSN 978-0-86970-782-1 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12262
- Description: Refer abstract in full paper
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- Authors: Ametepey, Simon Ofori , Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Sustainable urban development , Sustainable construction , Construction industry - Ghana
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4821 , ISSN 978-0-86970-782-1 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12262
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Structural equation modelling of building quality constructs as a predictor of satisfaction in subsidised low-income housing
- Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Building quality features , Structural equation modelling , Residential satisfaction - South Africa , Low-income housing - South Africa
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4833 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12434
- Description: Residents’ satisfaction with the building quality and housing condition features has received an increasing recognition as a significant factor which influences the occupants’ satisfaction with their housing units. This paper reports the use of Structural Equation Modelling technique to test the influence of building quality features as a predictor of residents’ satisfaction. The study was conducted amongst South Africa housing practitioners’ and the low-income housing occupants’. Data used in the study were obtained from a Delphi and field questionnaire study. Primary data were collected by a face-to-face administered questionnaire survey conducted among 751 low-income housing residents’ in three metropolitan and one district municipality in the Gauteng Province of South Africa. Data gathered via the questionnaire survey were analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM) which was used to assess the factorial structure of the constructs. Using Structural Equation Modelling software - EQS version 6.2, the factorial structure, reliability and validity of building quality features indicator variables were investigated. The statistical results support the research hypothesised positive relationship that building quality feature has a direct influence in predicting residents’ satisfaction with their houses. Also, the influence of building quality feature on residents’ satisfaction was statistically significant. Further SEM analysis revealed that the Rho and the Cronbach’s alpha coefficients of internal consistency were over 0.70 criterions for acceptability, and the constructs shows a good mode fit to the sample data. The Z-statistics analysis also revealed that the constructs have direct influence in determining low-income residents’ satisfaction with their houses. The result advocates a practical consideration of these construct in future development of subsidised low-income housing in South Africa.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Building quality features , Structural equation modelling , Residential satisfaction - South Africa , Low-income housing - South Africa
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4833 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/12434
- Description: Residents’ satisfaction with the building quality and housing condition features has received an increasing recognition as a significant factor which influences the occupants’ satisfaction with their housing units. This paper reports the use of Structural Equation Modelling technique to test the influence of building quality features as a predictor of residents’ satisfaction. The study was conducted amongst South Africa housing practitioners’ and the low-income housing occupants’. Data used in the study were obtained from a Delphi and field questionnaire study. Primary data were collected by a face-to-face administered questionnaire survey conducted among 751 low-income housing residents’ in three metropolitan and one district municipality in the Gauteng Province of South Africa. Data gathered via the questionnaire survey were analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM) which was used to assess the factorial structure of the constructs. Using Structural Equation Modelling software - EQS version 6.2, the factorial structure, reliability and validity of building quality features indicator variables were investigated. The statistical results support the research hypothesised positive relationship that building quality feature has a direct influence in predicting residents’ satisfaction with their houses. Also, the influence of building quality feature on residents’ satisfaction was statistically significant. Further SEM analysis revealed that the Rho and the Cronbach’s alpha coefficients of internal consistency were over 0.70 criterions for acceptability, and the constructs shows a good mode fit to the sample data. The Z-statistics analysis also revealed that the constructs have direct influence in determining low-income residents’ satisfaction with their houses. The result advocates a practical consideration of these construct in future development of subsidised low-income housing in South Africa.
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A Delphi technique approach of identifying and validating subsidised low-income housing satisfaction indicators
- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Housing satisfaction , Inductive approach
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/364604 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/73318 , uj:18394 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C. 2015. A Delphi technique approach of identifying and validating subsidised low-income housing satisfaction indicators.
- Description: Abstract: This paper reports on the practical experience of the researchers on the adoption of the inductive approach to knowledge diffusion through the use of the Delphi technique approach. The Delphi method is an essential technique of reaching consensus by experts on issues that cannot be resolved in a once off discussion. The research commenced with an extensive review of existing literature in order to identify the core and sub-variables which depicts housing satisfaction, to develop a Delphi questionnaire that was used in the Delphi study. A three iterative round Delphi technique was conducted to attain consensus of the identified housing satisfaction indicators. The experts used for this study were identified from different sources. The sources included the South African institutions of higher learning faculties, research institutes, the South Africa Department of Human Settlement, conference keynote speakers related to housing and human settlement issues in workshops, and individuals who have committed their lives working on the area of sustainable human settlement and housing related issues in South Africa. After three iterative Delphi rounds, consensus was achieved on the identified core-and sub-indicators identified from the literature and other added variables as suggested by the experts during the Delphi process. This study encourage the use of the Delphi technique as a method to achieve consensus in areas where consensus has not been reached such as in housing satisfaction studies to identify indicators for subsidised housing development in South Africa. The author argues that the Delphi method is a comprehensive method of attaining consensus on challenging issues of housing satisfaction; however, the technique requires proper communication management in order to achieve the required results.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Delphi technique , Housing satisfaction , Inductive approach
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/364604 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/73318 , uj:18394 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C. 2015. A Delphi technique approach of identifying and validating subsidised low-income housing satisfaction indicators.
- Description: Abstract: This paper reports on the practical experience of the researchers on the adoption of the inductive approach to knowledge diffusion through the use of the Delphi technique approach. The Delphi method is an essential technique of reaching consensus by experts on issues that cannot be resolved in a once off discussion. The research commenced with an extensive review of existing literature in order to identify the core and sub-variables which depicts housing satisfaction, to develop a Delphi questionnaire that was used in the Delphi study. A three iterative round Delphi technique was conducted to attain consensus of the identified housing satisfaction indicators. The experts used for this study were identified from different sources. The sources included the South African institutions of higher learning faculties, research institutes, the South Africa Department of Human Settlement, conference keynote speakers related to housing and human settlement issues in workshops, and individuals who have committed their lives working on the area of sustainable human settlement and housing related issues in South Africa. After three iterative Delphi rounds, consensus was achieved on the identified core-and sub-indicators identified from the literature and other added variables as suggested by the experts during the Delphi process. This study encourage the use of the Delphi technique as a method to achieve consensus in areas where consensus has not been reached such as in housing satisfaction studies to identify indicators for subsidised housing development in South Africa. The author argues that the Delphi method is a comprehensive method of attaining consensus on challenging issues of housing satisfaction; however, the technique requires proper communication management in order to achieve the required results.
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A theoretical assessment of causes of job insecurity in the construction industry
- Mathebula, Lerato, Mukuka, Mulenga, Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Mathebula, Lerato , Mukuka, Mulenga , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Insecurity , Job insecurity , Construction industry
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/73303 , uj:18392 , Citation: Mathebula, L. et al. 2015. A theoretical assessment of causes of job insecurity in the construction industry.
- Description: Abstract: The construction industry has been dealing with drastic changes over the past years, changes that result in a number of negative consequences one of them being job insecurity. These changes concern issues such as increased economic dependency between countries, rapidly changing consumer markets and escalated demands for flexibility within as well as between organisations. However, it is an organisations’ responsibility to manage the changes accordingly to avoid issues such as job insecurity. Hence this paper theoretically discuses job insecurity in the construction industry. The study was conducted with reference to existing theoretical literature, published and unpublished research. The study is mainly a literature review/survey on job insecurity in the construction industry. Literature revealed that employment downsizing, financial crisis, lack of experience and training, technological changes, racism, gender and lack of education were the major causes of job insecurity in the construction industry. The current study is a theoretical assessment of job insecurity in the construction industry and the study contributes to the body of knowledge on the subject of job insecurity in the construction industry.
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- Authors: Mathebula, Lerato , Mukuka, Mulenga , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Insecurity , Job insecurity , Construction industry
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/73303 , uj:18392 , Citation: Mathebula, L. et al. 2015. A theoretical assessment of causes of job insecurity in the construction industry.
- Description: Abstract: The construction industry has been dealing with drastic changes over the past years, changes that result in a number of negative consequences one of them being job insecurity. These changes concern issues such as increased economic dependency between countries, rapidly changing consumer markets and escalated demands for flexibility within as well as between organisations. However, it is an organisations’ responsibility to manage the changes accordingly to avoid issues such as job insecurity. Hence this paper theoretically discuses job insecurity in the construction industry. The study was conducted with reference to existing theoretical literature, published and unpublished research. The study is mainly a literature review/survey on job insecurity in the construction industry. Literature revealed that employment downsizing, financial crisis, lack of experience and training, technological changes, racism, gender and lack of education were the major causes of job insecurity in the construction industry. The current study is a theoretical assessment of job insecurity in the construction industry and the study contributes to the body of knowledge on the subject of job insecurity in the construction industry.
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A theoretical assessment of the effect of training and development on employees performance and productivity
- Ngwenya, Lerato, Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Ngwenya, Lerato , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Employees - Training of , Industrial productivity , Employees - Rating of
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/69981 , uj:17938 , Citation: Ngwenya, L., Aigbavboa, C. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. A theoretical assessment of the effect of training and development on employees performance and productivity.
- Description: Abstract: This paper examines previous literature on the effect of training and development on employees’ performance and productivity. Furthermore, the study seeks to investigate the meaning of training and development, identify the importance of employee performance and also, the study seeks to explore the relationship between training and development and employees’ performance. This study will be conducted through the use of secondary data in form of a literature review. The literature survey will assist in identifying whether training and development has impact on employees’ performance and productivity. Findings from the review of literature revealed that employees are an asset to the organisation when they are skilled. Further the study revealed that organisational efficiency would be increased through training and development and also, the enhancement of employee careers and opportunities to get better positions within the organisation. The study is a contribution to the body of knowledge on Training and Development of employees and their impact performance and Productivity.
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- Authors: Ngwenya, Lerato , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Employees - Training of , Industrial productivity , Employees - Rating of
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/69981 , uj:17938 , Citation: Ngwenya, L., Aigbavboa, C. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. A theoretical assessment of the effect of training and development on employees performance and productivity.
- Description: Abstract: This paper examines previous literature on the effect of training and development on employees’ performance and productivity. Furthermore, the study seeks to investigate the meaning of training and development, identify the importance of employee performance and also, the study seeks to explore the relationship between training and development and employees’ performance. This study will be conducted through the use of secondary data in form of a literature review. The literature survey will assist in identifying whether training and development has impact on employees’ performance and productivity. Findings from the review of literature revealed that employees are an asset to the organisation when they are skilled. Further the study revealed that organisational efficiency would be increased through training and development and also, the enhancement of employee careers and opportunities to get better positions within the organisation. The study is a contribution to the body of knowledge on Training and Development of employees and their impact performance and Productivity.
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A theoretical review of building life cycle stages and their related environmental impacts
- Ngwepe, Lusca, Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Authors: Ngwepe, Lusca , Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2015
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/69042 , uj:17810 , Citation: Ngwepe, L. & Aigbavboa, C. 2015. A theoretical review of building life cycle stages and their related environmental impacts.
- Description: Abstract: There six life cycle stages of buildings are: raw material extraction; manufacturing; construction; operation and maintenance; demolition; and disposal, reuse or recycling. The life cycle stages of a building are all intensively involved, in that the use of natural resources, energy and water are consumed in each of them. This paper investigate the environmental impacts across each of these stages. Furthermore, the paper also highlight the role the building sector on the total global environmental impacts in terms of the building sector’s contribution to waste generation, pollution, amongst others. This is done in order to encourage and to inform ways which can be incorporated into the building sector in order to reduce their impact on the environment. The study is conducted with reference to existing theoretical literature, published and unpublished research. The study is mainly a literature review/survey on the life cycle stages of a building. The key findings from the study are that energy is consumed across all the stages of a building. Environmental impact such as greenhouse gas emissions, waste generation and pollution etc. associated with a building are declared to be of a great quantity due to many and relatively long life cycle stages a building have. This study is valuable to the South African built environment, construction industry, infrastructure development and/or sustainable urban development.
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- Authors: Ngwepe, Lusca , Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2015
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/69042 , uj:17810 , Citation: Ngwepe, L. & Aigbavboa, C. 2015. A theoretical review of building life cycle stages and their related environmental impacts.
- Description: Abstract: There six life cycle stages of buildings are: raw material extraction; manufacturing; construction; operation and maintenance; demolition; and disposal, reuse or recycling. The life cycle stages of a building are all intensively involved, in that the use of natural resources, energy and water are consumed in each of them. This paper investigate the environmental impacts across each of these stages. Furthermore, the paper also highlight the role the building sector on the total global environmental impacts in terms of the building sector’s contribution to waste generation, pollution, amongst others. This is done in order to encourage and to inform ways which can be incorporated into the building sector in order to reduce their impact on the environment. The study is conducted with reference to existing theoretical literature, published and unpublished research. The study is mainly a literature review/survey on the life cycle stages of a building. The key findings from the study are that energy is consumed across all the stages of a building. Environmental impact such as greenhouse gas emissions, waste generation and pollution etc. associated with a building are declared to be of a great quantity due to many and relatively long life cycle stages a building have. This study is valuable to the South African built environment, construction industry, infrastructure development and/or sustainable urban development.
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An assessment of the barriers hindering remanufacturing processes in Nigeria
- Ohiomah, Ifije, Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Authors: Ohiomah, Ifije , Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Remanufacturing - Nigeria
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/87887 , uj:19638 , Citation: Ohiomah, I. & Aigbavboa, C. 2015. An assessment of the barriers hindering remanufacturing processes in Nigeria.
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- Authors: Ohiomah, Ifije , Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Remanufacturing - Nigeria
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/87887 , uj:19638 , Citation: Ohiomah, I. & Aigbavboa, C. 2015. An assessment of the barriers hindering remanufacturing processes in Nigeria.
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An assessment of the evolution of housing policy framework
- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Low-income , Developing countries
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/88022 , uj:19658 , Citattion: Aigbavboa, C. 2015. An assessment of the evolution of housing policy framework.
- Description: Abstract: Globally, housing policies have been used as an attempt to try and address housing problems, particularly in respect to the low-income earners, with the view of helping them access better housing. The evolution of housing policy in developing countries has been studied and identified in different ways, however, this paper present a robust theoretical background of the developments in housing policy framework. The data used in this paper were derived from secondary sources only; through a detailed review of related literature on the subject to meet the research objectives. The study is an in-depth literature exploration of the theoretical perspective of the housing studies framework. The literature reviewed found that the theory of housing had its origin in the Paleolithic period when homo-sapiens began to use natural materials like stone, wood, leaves, animal skin and other similar items to create shelter from elements of weather. It was also found that there are various theoretical perspective frameworks that have been used in the study of housing, such as political; social; developmental; institutional; and radical perspectives amongst others. This study provides a robust theoretical framework used in housing study.
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- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Low-income , Developing countries
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/88022 , uj:19658 , Citattion: Aigbavboa, C. 2015. An assessment of the evolution of housing policy framework.
- Description: Abstract: Globally, housing policies have been used as an attempt to try and address housing problems, particularly in respect to the low-income earners, with the view of helping them access better housing. The evolution of housing policy in developing countries has been studied and identified in different ways, however, this paper present a robust theoretical background of the developments in housing policy framework. The data used in this paper were derived from secondary sources only; through a detailed review of related literature on the subject to meet the research objectives. The study is an in-depth literature exploration of the theoretical perspective of the housing studies framework. The literature reviewed found that the theory of housing had its origin in the Paleolithic period when homo-sapiens began to use natural materials like stone, wood, leaves, animal skin and other similar items to create shelter from elements of weather. It was also found that there are various theoretical perspective frameworks that have been used in the study of housing, such as political; social; developmental; institutional; and radical perspectives amongst others. This study provides a robust theoretical framework used in housing study.
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An exploratory study of the causes of failure in construction small businesses : a case of the Johannesburg construction industry, South Africa
- Eke, Chikezie, Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Eke, Chikezie , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction industry , Construction small businesses , Market environment
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/${Handle} , uj:17850 , Citatation: Eke, C., Aigbavboa, C & Thwala, W. 2015. An exploratory study of the causes of failure in construction small businesses : a case of the Johannesburg construction industry, South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: The objective of this study is to explore the causes of small businesses failure within the Johannesburg construction industry, a metropolitan municipality in the Gauteng province of South Africa. The data for the study was collected through a structured questionnaire survey distributed to a sample of 30 owners of small and medium construction companies in Gauteng. The research respondents were construction professionals who work in SMEs. The survey results shown that the major causes of small business failure can be divided into two aspects- which are external and internal. The internal factor revealed from the study include- lack of financial managerial ability and general administration of the business. The study findings revealed the urgent areas that small construction businesses need to be supported in order for them to be sustainable which in order guarantee job security for construction professionals who are employed in these companies; thus contributing to the macroeconomic indicators of the economy.
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- Authors: Eke, Chikezie , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction industry , Construction small businesses , Market environment
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/${Handle} , uj:17850 , Citatation: Eke, C., Aigbavboa, C & Thwala, W. 2015. An exploratory study of the causes of failure in construction small businesses : a case of the Johannesburg construction industry, South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: The objective of this study is to explore the causes of small businesses failure within the Johannesburg construction industry, a metropolitan municipality in the Gauteng province of South Africa. The data for the study was collected through a structured questionnaire survey distributed to a sample of 30 owners of small and medium construction companies in Gauteng. The research respondents were construction professionals who work in SMEs. The survey results shown that the major causes of small business failure can be divided into two aspects- which are external and internal. The internal factor revealed from the study include- lack of financial managerial ability and general administration of the business. The study findings revealed the urgent areas that small construction businesses need to be supported in order for them to be sustainable which in order guarantee job security for construction professionals who are employed in these companies; thus contributing to the macroeconomic indicators of the economy.
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An investigation of leadership characteristics of project and construction managers in the South African construction industry
- Liphadzi, Murendeni, Aigbavboa, Clinton, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Liphadzi, Murendeni , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction industry , Construction managers , Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/${Handle} , uj:18432 , Citation: Liphadzi, M., Aigbavboa, C. & Thwala, W. 2015. An investigation of leadership characteristics of project and construction managers in the South African construction industry.
- Description: Abstract: The construction industry is different from other industries due to its unique characteristics. Moreover, construction projects involve different individuals and organizations which are all gathered to achieve a specific task at a specific time. However, South African construction projects sometimes face challenges relating to quality and cost overruns. This challenges can also be attributed to ineffective leadership in the South African construction industry. Therefore, it is important to evaluate leadership in the South African construction industry. Effective leadership can improve construction productivity, where its outcomes include effectiveness, satisfaction, and project success. The main objective of the study is to identify leading characteristics of construction and project managers in the South African construction industry which influence the success of construction projects. The data used in this research were derived from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data was collected via a detailed review of related literature. The primary data was collected through a well structured questionnaire aimed at 150 projects and construction managers in the South African construction industry, 110 questionnaires were received (73% response rate). Data was analysis using statkon SPSS software, whereby frequecises and descriptive was attained. Findings from the study indicate that the main leading characteristics which influence the success of construction projects include monitoring for results, problem solving and informed judgment, team building, initiative, influencing, communication, visioning, planning and goal setting, time management, sense of responsibility, empowerment, discipline, ethics, positive expectations, conceptualization, and conflict resolution. Based on the outcomes of this study it is clear that leadership characteristics of a project and construction manager are important, to establish success from a construction project.
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- Authors: Liphadzi, Murendeni , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction industry , Construction managers , Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/${Handle} , uj:18432 , Citation: Liphadzi, M., Aigbavboa, C. & Thwala, W. 2015. An investigation of leadership characteristics of project and construction managers in the South African construction industry.
- Description: Abstract: The construction industry is different from other industries due to its unique characteristics. Moreover, construction projects involve different individuals and organizations which are all gathered to achieve a specific task at a specific time. However, South African construction projects sometimes face challenges relating to quality and cost overruns. This challenges can also be attributed to ineffective leadership in the South African construction industry. Therefore, it is important to evaluate leadership in the South African construction industry. Effective leadership can improve construction productivity, where its outcomes include effectiveness, satisfaction, and project success. The main objective of the study is to identify leading characteristics of construction and project managers in the South African construction industry which influence the success of construction projects. The data used in this research were derived from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data was collected via a detailed review of related literature. The primary data was collected through a well structured questionnaire aimed at 150 projects and construction managers in the South African construction industry, 110 questionnaires were received (73% response rate). Data was analysis using statkon SPSS software, whereby frequecises and descriptive was attained. Findings from the study indicate that the main leading characteristics which influence the success of construction projects include monitoring for results, problem solving and informed judgment, team building, initiative, influencing, communication, visioning, planning and goal setting, time management, sense of responsibility, empowerment, discipline, ethics, positive expectations, conceptualization, and conflict resolution. Based on the outcomes of this study it is clear that leadership characteristics of a project and construction manager are important, to establish success from a construction project.
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