Factors Affecting Construction Project Outcomes: Case Study of Vietnam
Publication: Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice
Volume 136, Issue 3
Abstract
Due to the demand for built products from foreign investors and the growing economy, Vietnam’s construction industry experiences strong growth. While some of the construction projects are successfully executed, others faced difficulties. The aim of this study is to examine the factors that lead to successful outcomes in construction projects in Vietnam. Using the case study research design, three successful projects and another three unsuccessful projects were investigated. Data were collected from face-to-face interviews with several project participants in each project and archival data. The results show that major enablers that lead to project success are foreign experts’ involvement in the project, government officials inspecting the project, and very close supervision when new construction techniques are employed. A factor which leads to poor performance is the lack of accurate data on soil, weather, and traffic conditions. The findings may be useful to construction professionals operating in Vietnam to put in place factors that can lead to good project performance. For foreign practitioners entering Vietnam’s market, the study may assist them in focusing on the more important factors to achieve good project outcomes.
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Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice
Volume 136 • Issue 3 • July 2010
Pages: 148 - 155
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Received: Jan 12, 2009
Accepted: Oct 19, 2009
Published online: Oct 29, 2009
Published in print: Jul 2010
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