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Nikmehr, B, Hosseini, M R, Rameezdeen, R, Chileshe, N, Ghoddousi, P and Arashpour, M (2017) An integrated model for factors affecting construction and demolition waste management in Iran. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 24(06), 1246-68.
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Wang, C, Li, B, Li, B and Baldwin, A (2017) Case study of “project controlling” on a large HOPSCA project in China. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 24(06), 862-74.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: project management; scheduling; production planning and control; HOPSCA; organization and methods; project controlling
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- URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-07-2015-0118
- Abstract:
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present a detailed case study on the methods and organisational structure used for controlling the time schedule for a large and complex project. The paper discusses the use of “project controlling”, a term used to describe project control by a third-party organisation. Design/methodology/approach The researchers used action research to collect data for the case study. A member of the research team was a “participant-observer” on the project on a day-to-day basis for a period of 18 months collecting and analysing data which were subsequently analysed by a mixed methods approach. Findings The use of a “Project Controlling Unit” operated by an independent adviser organisation has significant advantages over traditional methods. It can provide timely, consolidated, independent guidance to the client and assistance to other participating organisations. Research limitations/implications The research has confirmed the effectiveness of the method on the project under study. Practical implications The findings provide guidance for enhanced project control on large complex infrastructural projects that will be of interest to other researchers, other clients and other construction organisations both within China and internationally. Social implications Organisations that seek to develop Project Controlling Units to implement the methods described in this paper will need to review their recruitment and training strategies to ensure that appropriate and experienced staffs are engaged. Originality/value The paper extends the knowledge relating to “project controlling” method. The findings provide additional insights to progress reporting and the management of construction production on HOPSCA and other large infrastructural projects.
Yu, A T W (2017) Using jigsaw method to enhance the learning of research and consultancy techniques for postgraduate students. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 24(06), 1081-91.
Yu, J, Ma, G and Jiang, X (2017) Impact of the built environment and care services within rural nursing homes in China on quality of life for elderly residents. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 24(06), 1170-83.