Project Navigating: A Guide to Successful Construction Project Management

Document Type : Review Article

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Construction and Building Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Egyptian Chinese University, Cairo, Egypt

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Effective construction project management is essential for achieving specific goals within defined constraints, encompassing the planning, organizing, and controlling of resources throughout the project lifecycle. This paper investigates into critical phases, including project initiation, design, procurement, execution, quality control, and stakeholder collaboration. A well-defined project scope is highlighted as crucial for mitigating disputes, facilitating project success, and establishing the groundwork for successful execution. The importance of contract analysis, thorough method statements, and diligent quantity surveying is emphasized, as these elements contribute to risk reduction, efficient resource management, and financial oversight. Time and cost management strategies are explored to ensure projects remain within budget and schedule, while quality management practices advocate for prevention over inspection and continuous improvement. The role of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) considerations is highlighted, alongside the significance of financial and strategic risk management in navigating uncertainties. Ultimately, by adhering to sound construction management principles and practices, professionals can enhance project outcomes, satisfy client expectations, and support industry standards, that lead to the successful deliverable of construction projects.

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