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Al Shawa, B (2021) Achieving the climate change targets for the global buildings sector: a techno-socioeconomic pathway, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Azzouz, A (2018) Current perspectives and future directions of BIM assessment methods, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Bourdakis, V (1994) Performance appraisal of sportshall and swimming pool buildings in Greece, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Cusack, M M (1981) Time cost models: their use in decision making in the construction industry, with particular reference to the use of the microcomputer, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Du, Q (2009) Integrated decision-making in the cladding supply chain, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Dulaimi, M F (1991) Job behaviour of site managers: Its determinants and assessment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Gale, A W (1994) Women in construction: An investigation into some of the aspects of image and knowledge as determinants of the under representation of women in construction management in the British construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Grist, E (2014) The implementation of innovative and sustainable construction materials, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Hampshire, P (2015) The development of an approach and decision support tool to inform sustainable roof selection, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Management, University of Bath.
Huang, X (2012) Estimating the cost of engineering services using parametrics and the bathtub failure model, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Bath.
Hudson, R (2010) Strategies for parametric design in architecture: an application of practice-led research, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Jirojanakul, P (2000) The quality of life of construction workers' children in Bangkok Metropolis, Thailand, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Jobe, K (2017) A flexible housing approach for self-help housing in Botswana, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Joyce, S (2016) Performance driven design systems in practice, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Kunieda, Y (2017) Development of an impact assessment tool for demolition, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Macchiarulo, V (2022) Integration of satellite radar interferometry and civil engineering procedures to assess building and infrastructure conditions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Meese, N (2012) Knowledge sharing for sustainable development: a mixed-method study of an international civil engineering consultancy, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Mitchell, R (2020) The performance gap in new construction: evaluation of UK Passivhaus dwellings, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Mustapha, F H (1990) Who are the effective construction site managers and what skills do they bring to their work?, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: systems theory; construction site; contingency theory; recruitment; site manager; skills; training; roles; effectiveness; direct observation; interview
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- URL: https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.280657
- Abstract:
This research observes and analyses the behaviour of construction site managers at their actual settings and attempts to connect the concluded behaviour pattern with their level of effectiveness. The aim is to get a better understanding of the actual skills required to run projects effectively and what composes (makes) an effective site manager. A research model was developed from systems theory and contingency theory. Effectiveness is defined, in the model, as the difference between the preset objectives and the actually achieved ones and was measured using both quantitative and qualitative techniques. The major propositions of the model are that: (a) Personal variables have an impact on effectiveness level, (b) Job variables have an impact on effectiveness level, (c) Organisational variables have an impact on effectiveness level, (d) Project variables have an impact on effectiveness level, (e) Site managers behave differently to other managers, (f) Behaviour of site managers is shaped by effectiveness and variables mentioned in (a), (b), (c) and (d). The model was tested against 30 site managers, running 30 projects and working for 15 construction companies. Data was collected through interviews, questionnaire, site records and most importantly 685 hours of direct observation in 81 site visits, all of which was administered personally by the author. The outcome emphasized most of the above propositions and gives important guidelines to construction companies in areas of; recruitment and selecting policy of site managers, training policy of site managers, assessment policy of site managers, roles and responsibilities of site managers. Finally, the research provides implications for those considering possible directions for further research.
Nisbet, P (1995) Dualism, flexibility and self-employment in the UK construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Orr, J (2012) Flexible formwork for concrete structures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Osaily, Y (2021) Guidance for advancing demolition project management in the UK, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Powell, R (2012) Evaluating cognitive screening as a possible solution to reducing accidents and improving workplace productivity through early preventive detection of fatigue-impairment in the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Root, D S (2001) The influence of professional and occupational cultures on project relationships mediated through standard forms and conditions of contract, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Smith, S (2003) Life cycle assessment of civil engineering projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Voyatzaki, M G (1996) An insight into the design process of unconventional structures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Watson, N (2016) Developing material selection strategies to improve the embodied impacts of buildings, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Yin, X (2018) Development of straw bale building in northern China, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Zhang, X (2019) Integrating lean construction, BIM and quality: a new paradigm for the improvement of Chinese construction quality, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.