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Adebara, T M (2024) Exploring the Temporary Appropriation of Marginal Open Spaces in Urban Residential Neighbourhoods. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 29(01), 47-65.

Amade, B, Moneke, U U and Okorie, C E (2024) Modelling the Hindrances to Building Information Modelling Adoption on Construction Projects in Nigeria. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 29(01), 23-46.

Bekele, A A and Mahesh, G (2024) Exploring the Impact of Endogenic Factors on the Competency of Small and Medium Contractors in the Ethiopian Construction Industry. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 29(01), 211-45.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: endogenic factors; ethiopian construction industry; ethiopian contractors; small and medium contractors; sustainable competency
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  • URL: https://doi.org/10.21315/jcdc-12-22-0225
  • Abstract:
    Small and medium contractors (SMCs) significantly contribute to socio-economic development by creating employment opportunities and establishing inter-sectoral links with other sectors of the economy. Despite their significant contribution, evidence suggests their competency is underdeveloped due to several obscuring factors. As a part of a larger research, this study aimed to explore the endogenic factors affecting the sustainable competency of SMCs in the Ethiopian construction industry (CI). A thorough literature review was conducted to identify 65 endogenic factors arising from seven core sources. A questionnaire survey was used to collect the perceptions of industry stakeholders. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for analysis. Findings indicated 63 significant factors affecting sustainable competency and the top factors were: employee’s strategic and operational decision-making power, organisational leadership style, the existence of matured and developed entrepreneurial mindsets, the availability of institutional and business relationships, the inability to access financial resources, the lack of project management skills and low-profit margin due to competition. Factor analysis also identified 17 components. The findings from the study indicate the need to prioritise the areas of competitiveness improvement and the practical implications of making informed decisions for entrepreneurs. The findings of this study can also be used to develop a framework to create a conducive business environment. © Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2024. This work is licensed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/).

Buyukyoran, F and Yaman, H (2024) Construction Sector Dynamics in Turkey: Economic Advancements and Vulnerabilities. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 29(01), 267-91.

Draleti, G, Sengonzi, R and Kakitahi, J (2024) Improvement of Risk Management in Cost Estimation in the Building Construction Industry in Uganda. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 29(01), 111-38.

Fateh, M A M, Supian, A N and Goh, C S (2024) Managing Emotional Intelligence of Construction Players During COVID-19 in Malaysia. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 29(01), 191-210.

Matarneh, S (2024) Construction Disputes Causes and Resolution Methods: A Case Study from a Developing Country. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 29(01), 139-61.

Mengistu, D G, Ashene, D A and Beyene, M M (2024) Micro and Small Enterprises’ Development in the Ethiopian Construction Industry: The Challenges and Improvement Regulatory Framework. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 29(01), 67-85.

Mwelu, N, Watundu, S and Moya, M (2024) Demand Side Perception on Success Factors for Implementing Public Road Construction Projects. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 29(01), 1-22.

Nwal, S S, Panuwatwanich, K and Naing, M (2024) Critical Factors Influencing the Performance of Public Housing Construction Projects in Myanmar. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 29(01), 163-90.

Sospeter, N G and Awuzie, B O (2024) Capital Budgeting Implementation by Public Sector Construction Firms in Tanzania’s Housebuilding Industry: An Exploratory Study. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 29(01), 87-109.

Torres, D A, Herrera, A S A and Cano, J M G (2024) Bibliometric Analysis of the Journal of Construction in Developing Countries. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 29(01), 247-66.