All projects must take place within an environment. The environment represents in this case, are the external conditions that affect the development of any project. Therefore these conditions may be economic, political, technological, or social. They make up the environment within which any project operates. A project will in one way or the other be impacted by these factors during the course of the project cycle (Fewings, 2005). These factors will either impact the project negatively or positively and in the long run affect the completion of the project. In real scenarios in project management, the external conditions are risk factors which affect the completion of the project. They act as risk factors because they will affect how the project is carried out. In the case that these factors are not mitigated then it is not possible to have a successful project (Halpin & Senior, 2010).
People and communities also stay within the environment. Development initiatives when initiated have an effect on the people who live within a given environment. It is thus paramount these people are taken care of during the process of development in order to ensure minimal impact from these activities (Klinger & Susong, 2006). This has led to the development of concepts such as the environmental impact assessment reports that are carried out to provide information on the impact of a project on the environment. This is done so as to try and shield people from the effects that come from the continued development activities in the natural environment (Himes, 2008).
The prep-planning phase to the completion phase all interact with the environment. The larger the project the higher the amount of activities involved within them. These activities if not controlled could damage the environment to a big extent. Construction projects interfere with so many things within the natural environment and this is what leads to resistance when the development of a new building is initiated. The resistance first comes from the people who live close to the site (Klinger & Susong, 2006).
Table of Contents
- CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
- Background
- Research Questions
- Aims of the Study
- Objectives of the Study
- Scope and Limitations of the Study
- Rationale for the Study
- Summary and Conclusion
- LITERATURE REVIEW
- Introduction
- Analysis
- Conclusion
- CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
- Introduction
- Research Methodology
- Target Population
- Sample and Sampling Techniques
- Data Collection and Data Collection Procedures
- Primary Sources
- Secondary Sources
- Pilot Test
- Data Analysis and Presentation
- Limitations of the Study
- Ethical Considerations
- Summary of the Chapter
- CHAPTER FOUR: DATA ANALYSIS
- Introduction
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Experience in the construction projects
- Construction Projects and Impact on the Environment
- Social Effect on the Construction Projects
- Effect of Economy on the Construction Project
- Effect of Available Technology on the Project
- Effect of Political Landscape
- Successful Completion of the Project
- Regression Model
- CHAPTER FIVE: DISCUSSIONS
- Introduction
- Discussion
- Conclusion
Objectives and Key Themes
The study aims to investigate the influence of the environment on the successful completion of construction projects, using Dubai skyscrapers as a case study. It seeks to understand how various environmental factors – economic, political, social, and technological – impact project success.
- The impact of environmental factors (economic, political, social, technological) on construction projects.
- The relationship between environmental factors and project success.
- Identification of key success factors in construction projects within specific environmental contexts.
- Analysis of risk mitigation strategies employed in construction projects to overcome environmental challenges.
- Evaluation of the effectiveness of environmental impact assessments in construction projects.
Chapter Summaries
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION: This introductory chapter sets the stage for the research by establishing the context of construction projects within their environmental framework. It highlights the pervasive influence of economic, political, social, and technological factors on project development and completion. The chapter emphasizes that these external conditions act as risk factors, potentially impacting project success positively or negatively. It introduces the concept of environmental impact assessments and the importance of mitigating environmental risks to ensure project success. The chapter also touches upon the complexities inherent in defining and measuring project success, acknowledging that achieving key performance indicators doesn't always guarantee overall success. The chapter concludes by outlining the research questions, aims, objectives, scope, limitations, and rationale for the study, laying a solid foundation for the subsequent chapters.
LITERATURE REVIEW: This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of existing literature relevant to the study's objectives. It analyzes previous research and theories related to environmental impacts on construction projects, examining the various perspectives and methodologies used to study this complex relationship. The chapter synthesizes findings from existing studies to inform the current research and to establish a theoretical framework for understanding the interplay between environmental factors and project outcomes. It likely explores the various methodologies used in previous research and identifies any gaps or limitations in the existing body of knowledge that the present study aims to address. The conclusion of this chapter would synthesize the key findings from the literature and transition into the methodology adopted in this specific study.
CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY: This chapter details the research design and methods employed in the study. It describes the target population, sampling techniques used to select participants (likely construction professionals involved in Dubai skyscraper projects), and the data collection procedures. This section would specify the methods of primary and secondary data collection, outlining how data will be gathered from interviews, surveys, and existing documents, respectively. It further discusses the pilot testing phase, data analysis strategies, and ethical considerations related to data collection and analysis. The chapter concludes by summarizing its approach, highlighting its strengths and limitations.
CHAPTER FOUR: DATA ANALYSIS: This chapter presents the analysis of the collected data. It likely employs statistical methods to examine the relationships between environmental factors and project success, potentially using regression models to assess the relative importance of different factors. The chapter will likely present the findings in a clear and organized manner, using tables, graphs, and other visual aids to facilitate understanding. It would analyze different aspects such as experience in construction projects, environmental impact, social effects, economic influences, technological implications and political considerations. The analysis would focus on how these aspects affected the successful completion of the projects.
CHAPTER FIVE: DISCUSSIONS: This chapter interprets the findings presented in Chapter Four. It would discuss the implications of the research results, relating them to the theoretical framework established in the literature review. The chapter will likely explore the strengths and limitations of the study, and also offer potential explanations for any unexpected or counterintuitive findings. This chapter will likely discuss how the findings of this research relate to previous literature and also highlight the limitations and strengths of the research design and analysis. It will also draw broader conclusions about the influence of environmental factors on project success, potentially offering implications for future research and practice.
Keywords
Construction project success, environmental factors, Dubai skyscrapers, risk management, environmental impact assessment, economic factors, political factors, social factors, technological factors, regression analysis, case study.
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This document provides a comprehensive preview of a research study investigating the influence of environmental factors on the successful completion of construction projects, using Dubai skyscrapers as a case study. It includes the table of contents, objectives and key themes, chapter summaries, and keywords.
What are the main objectives of the study?
The study aims to investigate the impact of various environmental factors (economic, political, social, and technological) on construction projects and their relationship with project success. It seeks to identify key success factors within specific environmental contexts, analyze risk mitigation strategies, and evaluate the effectiveness of environmental impact assessments.
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Key themes include the impact of economic, political, social, and technological factors on construction projects; the relationship between environmental factors and project success; identification of key success factors; analysis of risk mitigation strategies; and evaluation of environmental impact assessments.
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Chapter One sets the context of the research, highlighting the influence of environmental factors on construction projects and introducing the concept of environmental impact assessments. It outlines the research questions, aims, objectives, scope, limitations, and rationale of the study.
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The Literature Review chapter provides a comprehensive overview of existing research on environmental impacts on construction projects. It analyzes previous studies, synthesizes findings, and establishes a theoretical framework for understanding the interplay between environmental factors and project outcomes.
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Chapter Three details the research design, including the target population, sampling techniques, data collection procedures (primary and secondary sources), pilot testing, data analysis strategies, and ethical considerations.
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Chapter Four presents the analysis of collected data, likely using statistical methods and regression models to examine the relationships between environmental factors and project success. The analysis will cover aspects like experience in construction projects, environmental impact, social effects, economic influences, technological implications, and political considerations.
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Chapter Five interprets the findings from Chapter Four, discusses their implications, relates them to the theoretical framework, and explores the study's strengths and limitations. It draws conclusions about the influence of environmental factors on project success and offers implications for future research and practice.
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Keywords include: Construction project success, environmental factors, Dubai skyscrapers, risk management, environmental impact assessment, economic factors, political factors, social factors, technological factors, regression analysis, case study.
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This is a case study focusing on the impact of environmental factors on the successful completion of construction projects in Dubai, using skyscrapers as a specific example.
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- Kethy Abraham (Author), 2010, The Influence of the Environment on the Successful Completion of Construction Projects, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/267029
