1. A CRITICAL EVALUATION OF ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE AND ITS IMPACT ON CONSTRUCTION PROJECT COMPLETION RATE IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF STUDY
The construction sector, according to Ashworth et al. (1997), is one of the most important sectors of the economy, employing a varied variety of skilled and unskilled people. These professionals offer a wide range of products and se...
2. IMPROVING PRODUCTIVITY IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY THROUGH HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT
Background To The Study
Human Resource Management (HRM) is of strategic importance in all organizations. It contributes to the success of the organization and creates competitive advantage for the organization (Rana & Rastogi, 2010). The way HRM practices and polici...
3. THE ROLE OF HUMAN RESOURCE IN ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE
Background to the Study
Human resource management is concerned with the supervision and controlling of employees so as to enhance organizational performance. Human resource management covers such practices such as human resource planning, recruitment an...
4. AN APPRAISAL OF FACTORS MILITATING AGAINST THE EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION OF FORMAL RISK MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES IN PROJECT DELIVERY
EXCERPT FROM THE STUDY
In this study, our focus was to carryout an appraisal of factors militating against the effective implementation of formal risk management techniques in project delivery. The study specifically was aimed at determining the internal barriers that militating against...
5. AN APPLICATION OF DUE PROCESS IN EXISTING PROCUREMENT METHODS IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY
The construction industry activities include procurement of goods and services as well as the execution of a variety of physical structures and infrastructure (Ayangade, Wahab and Alake 2009), using different procurement methods....
6. AN EXAMINATION OF PROJECT PLANNING AND PROGRAMMING TOOLS FOR EFFECTIVE PROJECT DELIVERY
Background of the Study
The document that serves as a guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge According to the PM BOK (2004), a project is a transitory human endeavor that has established beginning and ending dates as well as distinct goals. According to Abdu...
7. APPRAISING THE FACTORS AFFECTING HEALTH AND SAFETY IN SMALL MEDIUM AND LARGE CONSTRUCTION SITES IN OYO STATE
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
However, the construction industry is often regarded as one of the most hazardous sectors of the industry anywhere in the globe. According to the International Training Centre of the International Labour Organization (2011), a co...
8. ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF QUALITY SUPERVISION ON CONSTRUCTION PROJECT DELIVERY IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Project success could be measured in terms of parameters or nature of the project e g. performance, aestheticism, stability, safety, duration and cost. One of the best ways of achieving construction project quality delivery hinge...
9. THE CHALLENGES OF INDIGENOUS BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FIRMS IN NIGERIA (A CASE STUDY OF INDIGENOUS CONSTRUCTION FIRMS IN ENUGU URBAN)
ABSTRACT
This study was carried out to examine the challenges of indigenous building construction firms in Nigeria: a case study of Enugu Urban. Specifically, the study was aimed at determining the effects of government policies and procedures on indigenous; find ou...
10. THE CHALLENGES OF INDIGENOUS BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FIRMS IN NIGERIA: A CASE STUDY OF KADUNA STATE
ABSTRACT
This study was carried out to examine the challenges of indigenous building construction firms in Nigeria: a case study of Kaduna state. Specifically, the study was aimed at determining the effects of government policies and procedures on indigenous; find o...
11. EFFECT OF BASIC MOTIVATIONAL FACTORS ON CONSTRUCTION WORKFORCE PRODUCTIVITY
STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
Workers leave organization due to the fact that they are not motivated enough. Some are not willing to leave because they are enjoying some benefit in terms of promotion, which leads to increase in salaries and wages, bonus and some other incent...
12. THE EFFECT OF MOTIVATION OF LABOUR COST AND PRODUCTIVITY ON NIGERIA CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
ABSTRACT
Motivation is considered as an important tool for enhancing worker’ productivity. Construction sector is not an exception. It has been empirically established that motivation has positive impact on construction worker’s productivity. Moreover, empir...
13. DEVELOPING A HARMONISED FRAMEWORK FOR CONSTRUCTION CRAFT SKILLS TRAINING IN NIGERIA
Abstract
Several studies on construction craft skills have identified a number of problems including ineffective training as responsible for shortages of craftsmen in the construction industry. In Nigeria, the problem of training craftsmen has been attributed to lack of...
14. EFFECTIVENESS OF NON-FINANCIAL MOTIVATIONAL SCHEME ON CONSTRUCTION WORKERS OUTPUT IN NIGERIA
Abstract
In Nigeria’s labour intensive construction industry, ways of motivating workers to ensure high productivity and enhanced job performance are regarded as important factors for long-term survival of firms. Financial motivation is adjudged a lower level moti...
15. EFFECTIVENESS OF QUALITY ASSURANCE STRATEGIES IN PROJECT EXECUTION (A STUDY OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN OWERRI)
Abstract
This research was conducted to determine if quality assurance and its strategies are effective for successful project execution in the construction industries. Data was obtained from both primary and secondary sources. The primary sources consisted of qu...
16. EVALUATION OF INCENTIVE SCHEMES ON LABOUR PRODUCTION IN NIGERIA CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
ABSTRACT
This study was based on the evaluation of incentive schemes on labour production in nigeria construction industry, that is, both financial and non-financial incentives, as applicable on construction sites. It was carried out to find out t...
17. THE IMPLICATION AND BENEFIT OF THE USE OF SOFTWARES IN BUILDING PROJECT (CASE STUDY OF SELECTED CONSTRUCTION FIRMS AND PROJECT MANAGING FIRMS)
Abstract
Software is any set of machine-readable instruction that directs a computer processor to perform specific operations. Microsoft project software (MS Project) is one of such software that is a program developed and sold by Microsoft which is des...
18. THE ROLE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN DEVELOPMENT OF AN EFFECTIVE INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEM
ABSTRACT
This study was carried out on the role of information technology in development of an effective internal control system using ELALAN Construction Company Nigeria Ltd as case study. To carry out the study, four research questions were posed. The study adop...
19. THE CHALLENGES OF INDIGENOUS BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FIRMS IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
According to business dictionary, an online dictionary, “the construction industry is that sector of the national economic engaged in preparation of land and construction, alternation and repair of building, structures and other real proper...
20. NEED FOR ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDLY MATERIALS FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION IN ANAMBRA STATE
ABSTRACT
The major purpose of this study was to determine the needs for environmental friendly materials for building construction. The population of the study consisted mostly of big constriction firms in Anambra State that have had more than five years of...
21. THE IMPLICATION AND BENEFIT OF THE USE OF SOFTWARES IN BUILDING PROJECT CONSTRUCTION (CASE STUDY OF SELECTED CONSTRUCTION FIRMS AND PROJECT MANAGING FIRMS)
Abstract
Software is any set of machine-readable instruction that directs a computer processor to perform specific operations. Microsoft project software (MS Project) is one of such software that is a program developed and sold by Microsoft which is designed to assist a...
22. ASSESSMENT OF MOTIVATION AS A MANAGEMENT STRATEGY FOR PRODUCTIVITY OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN ABUJA, NIGERIA.
ABSTRACT
Human resource is the livewire of any organisation. Its effective management is very crucial and central in the achievement of organisational objective and motivation is a process that starts with a physiological deficiency or need that activates a behaviour or a drive that is...
23. EFFECT OF ECONOMIC RECESSION ON THE GROWTH OF CONSTRUCTION FIRMS IN ABUJA, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Economic recession occurs when “economic activity declines, in other words, growth become negative “and it is associated with low- level consumer spending. A recession also known as go-slow in terms of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) or national outputs has led to incr...
24. EVALUATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING BY CONSTRUCTION FIRMS IN ABUJA, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Health and Safety (H&S) training is one of the most widely adopted practices for improving workplace safety. Existing H&S literature focuses more on the training of workers in construction firms of developed nations. This leaves out issues of H&S training of workers...
25. EVALUATION OF TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT PRACTICES OF CONTRACTORS IN BUILDING INDUSTRY IN ABUJA, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Many of the management practices used to support construction organisations are being challenged. The industry’s clients are moving forward and demanding improved quality service, faster project delivery and innovations in technology. Total Quality Management (TQM) has in...
26. FRAMEWORK FOR VALUE MANAGEMENT IMPLEMENTATION IN ABUJA CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES, NIGERIA.
ABSTRACT
Value Management (VM) has played a broad role in supporting effective decision making on construction projects, increased project performance and quality, balance project objectives, and manage community expectations in many countries around the world. But applicability of VM i...
27. WHOLE LIFE COSTING PRACTICES EMPLOYED BY DESIGN TEAMS OF BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN ABUJA, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
The Bureau for Public Procurement (BPP), which was established by the Public Procurement Act of 2006 to oversee the procurement of public projects through inter-alia the application of Value for money (VfM) practices, has admitted that “…lowest initial price may no...
28. ASSESSMENT OF SAFETY BEHAVIOUR OF WORKERS ON CONSTRUCTION SITES
ABSTRACT
The Construction industry has been classified as one of the most hazardous industry when it comes to occupational accidents and fatalities. Construction accidents do not only result to demotivation of workers, but also causes delay of project delivery, affect the quality of wor...
29. ASSESSMENT OF COST CONTROL TECHNIQUES ON ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROJECT DELIVERY IN FCT ABUJA, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
In construction industry the aim of project control is to ensure the projects finish on time, within budget and achieving other project objective. The advancement of technology in the last century has contributed to the increase in the number of complex construction projects th...
30. DEVELOPMENT OF TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT MODEL FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM SCALE CONSTRUCTIION FIRMS IN SOUTH-EAST NIGERIA
Statement of the Problem
Over the years, SMCFs in Nigeria have recorded a low level of participation and have often been sidelined in large scale construction activities (Nnadi and Alintah-Abel, 2015). They have not had a fair share of major construction activities in the country, as th...
31. AN ASSESSMENT OF INNOVATION PROCESSES AND PRACTICES IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY IN AKWA IBOM STATE OF NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Because of its contribution to national economic development, competitiveness, and improved living standards, innovation has become a fundamental concern for all businesses and governments. It's a complicated phenomenon wi...
32. ANALYSIS OF FACTORS INFLUENCING THE SELECTION OF INCENTIVE SCHEME IN SELECTED BUILDING FIRM IN OWERRI IMO STATE
ABSTRACT
This study was carried out to examine Factors influencing the selection of incentive scheme in selected building firm in Owerri Imo State. Specifically, the study aims to identify the various selected incentive scheme used building firm i...
33. ASSESSMENT OF THE LEVEL OF COMPLIANCE TO HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM BY CONSTRUCTION FIRMS IN OWERRI IMO STATE
ABSTRACT
This study was carried out to evaluate the level of compliance to health and safety management system by construction firms in Owerri imo state. Specifically, the study aims to assess the level of compliance to health and safety managemen...
34. EVALUATION OF THE FACTOR AFFECTING GROWTH OF INDIGENOUS BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FIRM IN NIGERIA (OWERRI IMO STATE AS A CASE STUDY)
ABSTRACT
This study was carried out on the evaluation of the factor affecting growth of indigenous building construction firm in Nigeria (Owerri Imo State as a case study). Specifically, the study aims to assess whether management skills influence...
35. THE IMPACT OF AUGMENTED REALITY ON VOCATIONAL TRAINING FOR CONSTRUCTION
ABSTRACT: The impact of augmented reality (AR) on vocational training for construction is transformative, offering immersive learning experiences that enhance skill acquisition and retention. This study aimed to evaluate how AR technology improves vocational training outcomes in the construc...
36. THE ROLE OF BUDGETING IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
THE ROLE OF BUDGETING IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
The objectives of this research are to: (1) investigate the role of budgeting in project management, (2) identify the key benefits of effective project budgeting, and (3) assess the impact of budgeting on project success. A su...
37. THE ROLE OF BUDGETING IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
THE ROLE OF BUDGETING IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
The objectives of this research are to: (1) investigate the role of budgeting in project management, (2) identify the key benefits of effective project budgeting, and (3) assess the impact of budgeting on project success. A survey design was c...
