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Akintoye, A and Main, J (2007) Collaborative relationships in construction: the UK contractors' perception. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 14(06), 597–617.

Dulaimi, M F (2007) Case studies on knowledge sharing across cultural boundaries. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 14(06), 550–67.

Gajendran, T and Brewer, G (2007) Integration of information and communication technology: Influence of the cultural environment. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 14(06), 532–49.

Kumaraswamy, M M, Ling, F Y Y, Anvuur, A M and Rahman, M M (2007) Targeting relationally integrated teams for sustainable PPPS. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 14(06), 581–96.

Ling, F Y Y, Ang, A M H and Lim, S S Y (2007) Encounters between foreigners and Chinese: Perception and management of cultural differences. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 14(06), 501–18.

Liu, A M M, Chiu, W M and Fellows, R (2007) Enhancing commitment through work empowerment. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 14(06), 568–80.

  • Type: Journal Article
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  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: http://www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/09699980710829021
  • Abstract:
    Purpose – The research objectives are to investigate the perception of work empowerment of quantity surveyors and to determine whether perceived work empowerment is an antecedent of commitment. Design/methodology/approach – An exploratory study amongst quantity surveyors in four different types of construction industry organisations in Hong Kong is conducted. Data are collected by use of established questionnaires, yielding 136 valid responses. Findings – Organisational commitment comprises dimensions of effectiveness and continuance. It is found that when the perception of work empowerment increases, organisational commitment increases accordingly. Work empowerment is related to affective commitment rather than continuance commitment. Professional qualification and nationality are positively correlated with both dimensions of organisational commitment. Chinese chartered quantity surveyors show more commitment to their organisations. Generally, male QS shows less continuance commitment and the longer the QS has worked for the organisation (particularly in consultancy firms), the less continuance commitment one has. Originality/value – The regression analysis supports the relationship of commitment and work empowerment. Work empowerment enhances self-efficacy and, through motivation and commitment, leads to increased performance and effectiveness.

Oney-Yazici, E, Giritli, H, Topcu-Oraz, G and Acar, E (2007) Organizational culture: the case of Turkish construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 14(06), 519–31.