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Adebowale, O J and Agumba, J N (2023) A meta-analysis of factors affecting construction labour productivity in the Middle East. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 193-220.
Arowoiya, V A and Oyefusi, O N (2023) An analysis of the benefits of adopting modular construction: A Nigerian construction industry context. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 243-65.
Au-Yong, C P, Ali, A S and Pavaraj, A (2023) Prioritising the maintenance of university hostels to improve students’ satisfaction. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 151-69.
Buhamizo, I, Muhwezi, L and Sengonzi, R (2023) A regression model to enhance the profitability of local construction contractors in Uganda. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 221-41.
Chigara, B and Moyo, T (2023) The impact of COVID-19 on the construction sector in Zimbabwe. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 91-111.
Erlita, A, Amin, M and Bintoro, B P K (2023) Multiphase project risk management on food factory building construction: Consultant perspective. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 1-17.
Kahvandi, Z, Melhado, S and Viana, M L (2023) Solutions to overcome integrated project delivery implementation barriers: A meta-synthesis approach. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 63-89.
Khamaksorn, A, Nimmolrat, A, Mahat, N and Thinnukool, O (2023) An IDEF0 functional planning model for the development of an asset management framework: A case study of chiang mai university. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 133-50.
Kikwasi, G J, Sospeter, N G and Rwelamila, P D (2023) Critical success factors for adopting supply chain management in Tanzanian construction projects. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 43-61.
Mnea, A and Zairul, M (2023) Housing design studies in Saudi Arabia: A thematic review. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 317-39.
Moyo, T, Mukawa, M, Moyo, C and Chigara, B (2023) Expected competencies of quantity surveyors in Zimbabwe. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 19-42.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: sustainability; conflict management; continuous professional development; dispute resolution; financial control; project finance; quantity surveying; professional; Zimbabwe; factor analysis; questionnaire survey; client; consultant; quantity surveyor
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- URL: http://web.usm.my/jcdc/vol28_1_2023/jcdc2023.28.1.2.pdf
- Abstract:
Complex clients’ requirements and numerous construction industry challenges require an interrogation of the quantity surveyor’s competencies. This article reports on a study that sought to determine the expected competencies of quantity surveyors and to establish statistically significant differences in ranking due to quantity surveyor designations. A questionnaire survey research design was employed to collect the primary data. Quantity surveyors from all quantity surveying firms and those working for construction companies in the major cities of Harare and Bulawayo in Zimbabwe participated in the study. Eight components were revealed through factor analysis, with the highest ranked component consisting of project finance control and reporting, sustainability issues and conflict avoidance management and dispute resolution procedures. While the traditional competencies of effective financial control and conflict management remain vital, sustainability issues have also become a priority. Hence, continuous professional development programmes and curricula redesigns that cater for these competencies are essential. A statistically significant difference due to the consultants’ and contractors’ quantity surveyor designations was revealed, indicating a differentiation of their roles. Thus, relevant weighted competency assessment frameworks also need to be instituted. However, owing to the exploratory nature of the study, only views of quantity surveyors were considered.
Osman, A M and Liu, Y S (2023) Critical determinants of the competitiveness of the Ghanaian construction industry. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 267-91.
Parra, H A, Zuñiga-Collazos, A and Cruz-Caicedo, L F (2023) Impact of external risks on international construction projects success: Evidence from commonwealth caribbean islands. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 113-32.
Powmya, A, Nazirah, Z A and Nurul Sakina, M A (2023) Determination of contractor strategies in delivering construction projects in Oman. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 293-316.
Yap, J B H and Lim, S Y (2023) Collaborative project procurement in the construction industry: Investigating the drivers and barriers in Malaysia. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 171-92.