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Contractors management team roles for project cost control in Ghana

  • Authors: Owusu, K. , Aigbavboa, C. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
  • Date: 2015
  • Subjects: Cost control , Contractor , Ghana
  • Language: English
  • Type: Conference proceedings
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/85340 , uj:19331 , Citation: Owusu, K., Aigbavboa, C. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Contractors management team roles for project cost control in Ghana.
  • Description: Abstract: Project cost control is one of the key management practices that are crucial to the survival of every construction company in a country. The involvement, good cooperation and good coordination of the contractors' in-house management team roles are essential to achieve maximum good management practice as well as maximum profit. The objectives of the study were to identify the various roles in-house team members play for successful project cost control and to develop a model to show the interdependencies of the roles among the contractor's team for effective cost control. The study uses both quantitative and qualitative approach. The population and sample sizefor this study comprised all registered members of the Ashanti Region branch of Association of Building and Civil Contractors of Ghana (ABCCG) who wereforty-one (41) members in good standing with response rate of 90%. Likert scale from 'always to never' was used to evaluate the roles of the contractors' team. The survey indicated that the project manager is responsible for checking cost performance, timely co"ective measures and taking plan based on actual cost. The quantity surveyor also prepares detailed estimates, cash flow forecasting, financial reporting, gathers cost data by checking invoices. The store keeper/manager also does inventory control, controlling of materials, and minimizing wastage of materials at construction site. A model developed shows that project manager links up all the professionals by coordination with the contractors' management team to achieve maximum good management practice as well as maximum profit.
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Critical barriers affecting stakeholder management in the construction industry

  • Authors: Eyiah-Botwe, E. , Aigbavboa, C. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
  • Date: 2015
  • Subjects: Construction industry , Critical barriers , Procurement
  • Language: English
  • Type: Conference proceedings
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/75706 , uj:18709 , Citation: Eyiah-Botwe, E., Aigbavboa, C. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Critical barriers affecting stakeholder management in the construction industry.
  • Description: Abstract: Effective stakeholder management is essential in achieving stakeholder satisfaction and project success targets. This paper investigates critical barriers to stakeholder management in the construction industry of developing countries as part of a larger study aimed at developing a “Sustainable stakeholder management framework for construction projects in developing countries”. The present paper aim is necessary since construction projects have numerous stakeholders and involves several activities hence stakeholder management is vital for an enhanced project delivery. A literature review of selected articles on stakeholder management was validated using interviews of 6 project key stakeholders. The study confirmed five additional critical barriers relating to (1) project managers knowledge in stakeholder management (2) public procurement approach, (3) politicization of projects (4) project delays and (5) poor project planning and development. These findings may not be generalized due to limited research participants involved. Nonetheless, it serves as a useful basis for the larger dissertation and contributes to the body of knowledge by identifying critical barriers affecting stakeholder management in the developing nations’ construction industry for improved construction projects delivery. Considering and managing these critical barriers will ensure the achievement of project goals, stakeholder needs and satisfaction.
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Exploratory study of preconditions for unsafe acts of employees in the construction industry

Relationship between leadership styles and project success in the South African construction industry

  • Authors: Liphadzi, M. , Aigbavboa, C. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku , Liphadzi, M , Aigbavboa, C
  • Date: 2015
  • Subjects: Construction industry - Leadership , Construction projects - Management , Construction industry - South Africa - Management
  • Type: Article
  • Identifier: uj:5295 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/15049
  • Description: Adequate leadership is a vital key to the successful performance of any firm or business, and it is much more important to the construction industry. The main objective of this paper is to explore the relationship between different leadership style practices and project success in the South African construction industry. 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 structured questionnaire aimed at 150 project and construction managers in the South African construction industry. However, 110 questionnaires were received representing a 73% response rate. Data from the questionnaire were analyzed using SPSS 21.0 software. Correlation analysis was used to determine the relationship between leadership styles and project success. Likewise, the relationship between the different leadership styles and project successes in the South African construction industry was investigated using Pearson Product-moment Correlation Coefficient. Findings from the study revealed that there is a positive relationship between transactional leadership and project success. The results further revealed that there is no relationship between Laissez faire leadership style and construction project success. However, the study explores the relationship between leadership styles and project success in the South African construction industry. The study contributes to the body of knowledge of construction leadership by providing a robust background on construction leadership style practices of project and construction managers.
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Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Contractors non- copmpliance with Health and Safety regulations in Ghana

Managing consultants as key construction stakeholders for enhanced stakeholder management and project delivery

  • Authors: Eyiah-Botwe, E. , Aigbavboa, C. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
  • Date: 2016
  • Subjects: key stakeholder , Project success , Quantity surveyor
  • Language: English
  • Type: Article
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/91955 , uj:20167 , Citation: Thwala, W.D., Aigbavboa, C. & Eyiah-Botwe, E. 2016. Managing consultants as key construction stakeholders for enhanced stakeholder management and project delivery.
  • Description: Abstract: Meeting stakeholders’ needs and satisfaction is a primary project success factor in addition to cost, time and quality. Though studies have suggested stakeholders’ dissatisfaction with project success, there is lack of studies on quantity surveyors’ role and management in developing countries in achieving project success. This paper explored and evaluated consultant’s management approach as part of a broader study aimed at ‘Developing sustainable stakeholder management framework for construction projects in Ghana’. Firstly, literature on construction stakeholder management from journals and published dissertations were reviewed. GETFund tertiary education projects in Ghana were used as case study. Data was analysed using the stakeholder circle, salience and matrix approaches suggested by scholars and used in similar researches to identify and evaluate key stakeholders role and management. The study confirmed the identification and role of Quantity Surveyors as key stakeholders though not managed as such by project managers. It established project failures as effect of stakeholder management absence and recommends the education, consideration of stakeholder management by project managers, keeping Quantity Surveyors well informed, monitored and actively involved in the project planning.
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Sustaining small and medium-size enterprises growth through stakeholder engagement

Evaluating entrepreneurial features of firm’s growth using confirmatory factor analysis

  • Authors: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M. , Aigbavboa, C. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
  • Date: 2017
  • Subjects: Confirmatory Factor Analysis , Entrepreneurial features
  • Language: English
  • Type: Article
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/239265 , uj:24578 , Citation: Arthur-Aidoo, B.M., Aigbavboa, C. & Thwala, W.D. 2017. Evaluating entrepreneurial features of firm’s growth using confirmatory factor analysis. Journal of Economics and Behavioral Studies, 9(3),:171-179 , ISSN: 2220-6140
  • Description: Abstract: The growth of Small and medium-size firms cannot ensue without the entrepreneurial features and the environment that the firm operates. The entrepreneurial characteristics, therefore, are vital due to the unique individualism of firm owners or sponsors. Construction SME growth-oriented firms are a significant contributor to Ghana's economic gain. Conversely, the concept of growth varies from one entrepreneur to the others depending on the exhibited skills by the entrepreneurs, hence entrepreneurial features. Numerous factors influence the entrepreneurial features as a factor of firm’s growth. Some are of the factors are established and categorised as having strong influence while others are classified weak. This study, therefore, adopted the confirmatory factor analytical technique to justify the factors after exploring. To achieve the goal of the study, respondents such as firm owners, SME managers and construction professionals engaged by SMEs as the population were administered with questionnaires. In all, 315 questionnaires were given out in the form of semi-structured structured, but only 228 were retrieved for analysis representing a responds rate of 72 percent. The study established Cronbach alpha and composite reliability values that predicted the entrepreneurial feature as a subsequent determinant of firm’s growth. Additionally, the hypothesis was supported statistically suggesting that there is a direct relationship between entrepreneurial features and firm growth.
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Preparedness of built environment students on sustainability and green building issues : how are South Africa higher education institutions faring?

  • Authors: Akinshipe , O. O. , Aigbavboa, C.
  • Date: 2018
  • Subjects: Construction education , Built environment , Green building
  • Language: English
  • Type: Conference proceeding
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/290167 , uj:31496 , Citation: Akinshipe , O. & Aigbavboa, C. 2018. Preparedness of built environment students on sustainability and green building issues : how are South Africa higher education institutions faring?.
  • Description: Abstract: Construction education is the fundamental requirement for a career path in construction and civil engineering. Since the concepts of sustainable development and green building were introduced to halt environmental degradation, it is imperative to assess the level at which construction students are being equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to develop a green built environment. This study seeks to investigate the level to which the construction education curriculum captures sustainable development as well as green building pedsgogy. Data were sourced from both primary and secondsry sources. The respondents were built environment students from a South Africa higher institution. The study found that the curriculum shallowly cuts across sustainable development; it was found not to have covered the fundsmental elements of sustainable development and how it can be achieved in practice. The study recommends that construction education curriculums should be reviewed to incorporate green building tracing and it practicability. This would facilitate the smooth transition of students into environmentally responsible professionals that will ensure the sustainability of the built environment.
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An overview of key emerging technologies transforming public transportation in the Fourth Industrial Revolution era

  • Authors: Mbowa, K. , Aigbavboa, C. , Akinshipe, O. , Thwala, D. W.
  • Date: 2021
  • Subjects: key emerging technologies , Travel experience , Public transportation
  • Language: English
  • Type: Article
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/479660 , uj:43394 , Citation: K. Mbowa et al 2021 IOP Conf. Ser.: Mater. Sci. Eng. 1107 012169
  • Description: Abstract: Public transportation connects a large proportion of the world's population to their destination. Hence it is vital to continuously monitor and improve the quality of services offered in line with technological advances in order to enhance travellers' experience. This study aims to assess the technologies within the fourth industrial revolution that can be used to improve travellers' experience of public transportation systems. The study followed a systematic review and extant literature was carefully reviewed to properly understand how new-age technologies can be used to improve travel experience in the public transportation sector. The study revealed that there are five key emerging technologies that can be used to transform the public transportation system. These technologies include operations management systems, traveller information systems, e-fare collection systems, intelligent vehicle and e-security systems. In conclusion, incorporating these emerging technologies with the existing public transportation system will drastically increase operational efficiency and improve travelling experience for users.
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Factors affecting sustainable infrastructure delivery in South Africa - a case of Gauteng province

  • Authors: Jacobs, J. , Aigbavboa, C. , Thwala, W. , Dithebe, K.
  • Date: 2021
  • Language: English
  • Type: Conference proceedings
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/479933 , uj:43428 , Citation: Jacobs, J. et al. 2021. Factors affecting sustainable infrastructure delivery in South Africa - a case of Gauteng province. , DOI:10.1088/1757-899X/1036/1/012058
  • Description: Abstract: Infrastructure plays a crucial role in the economic growth and development of any country; therefore, it is important to ensure adequate investments for the delivery of infrastructure services. This paper assessed factors affecting the development of sustainable infrastructure in South Africa. The identified factors can be utilised by government as reference to enhance the delivery of sustainable infrastructure. To achieve the objective of the study, Quantitative data was collected. The study used a sample size of 57 out of the 65 questionnaires (a response rate of 87.7%) which were answered by professionals in the built environment viz. Architects, Property Developers, Quantity Surveyors, Engineers, Construction and Project Managers. The data collected was then analysed and interpreted using IBM Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) computer software to provide mean item scores, standard deviations and Cronbach’s alpha. Given the explored factors which affect the delivery of sustainable infrastructure, the results have established that due to developers habit of building to maximise profit only, not for end-users’ comfort and the initial high cost required to develop sustainable infrastructure were the major factors that affect the delivery of sustainable infrastructure. It is recommended that the government develop clear, stable and credible policies that will attract investors who will be committed to inject financial resources into infrastructure development and alter the existing building regulations to complement the sustainable development goals.
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