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Adu, E T, Olowookere, L B and Olorunlogbon, O O (2026) Gender Inclusiveness in Addressing Manpower Shortages in the Nigerian Construction Industry: Barriers and Benefits. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 22(02), 191–210.

Kunkcu, H, Koc, K and Gurgun, A P (2026) Technology-Enhanced Communication and Contract Management in Construction Projects. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 22(02), 254–83.

Kunkcu, H, Koc, K and Gurgun, A P (2026) Uncovering Communication Methods, Forms, and Dynamics in Construction Projects: A Comparative Analysis. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 22(02), 233–53.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Collaboration; communication; construction projects; project team performance; statistical analysis;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 1557-8771
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/15578771.2025.2488911
  • Abstract:
    Construction projects require multiparty engagement and communication among professionals from diverse disciplines. This study aims to investigate different communication methods, forms, and dynamics among project teams and to identify perception differences, if any, among professionals based on respondent, project, and team characteristics. A literature survey accompanied by a pilot study is conducted to determine communication factors classified into three categories (i.e. communication methods, communication forms, and communication dynamics). Data collected from 72 construction industry professionals is analyzed using various statistical techniques including mean rank analysis, relative importance index (RII), normality tests, reliability analysis, Mann–Whitney U-test and Kruskal–Wallis test. The findings indicate that choice of words, visual communication tools, and weekly project meetings are the top three factors affecting communication quality in construction projects. Furthermore, no statistically significant differences were observed in the perceptions between the teams of different sizes and respondents’ profession in any communication method, form, or dynamics. The research is a pioneering attempt that offers a holistic communication framework to improve communication quality and team performance in construction projects. The study findings are expected to enhance the project performance by bringing various aspects of communication to the project members’ attention.

McGuire, M (2026) Impact of Competition-Based Learning on Student Engagement and Performance. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 22(02), 360–89.

Sorsa, F T, Mengistu, D G and Tadesse, S T (2026) Professionals’ Performance Appraisal Practice in Construction Companies. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 22(02), 308–30.

van Heerden, A, Flemmer, C, Boulic, M and McDonald, B W (2026) The Effect of Job Status on Stressors and Stress Coping Strategies in the New Zealand Construction Sector. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 22(02), 211–32.

Yap, J B H and Yu, C Y (2026) Essential Needs and Strategies for Effective Contractor Communications: Bridging Gaps in Malaysia’s Construction Industry. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 22(02), 284–307.

Zohrehvandi, S (2026) A Sustainable Project Scheduling Algorithm in Construction; An Approach to Using Project Buffer Management Techniques. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 22(02), 331–59.