Ajmal, M M; Khan, M; Gunasekaran, A and Helo, P T (2022) Managing project scope creep in construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 29(7), pp. 2786-2809. ISSN 0969-9988
Abstract
Purpose: Project scope creep is a nightmare and nearly intolerable task. Most project managers struggle to curtail the expanse and degree of scope creep. This study examines different likely project scope creep factors associated with the construction industry projects. Design/methodology/approach: After many brainstorming sessions with construction stakeholders, several project scope creep factors were identified. Then, a detailed survey was executed in big construction projects of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The data were analyzed using exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). Findings: The results derived and validated five conspicuous factors leading to project scope creep. Respectively, the highest and the lowest impact on project scope appears to be imposed by tasks/specifications and complexity/uncertainty. Practical implications: It offers crucial support to the project stakeholders in scrutinizing different factors that stand as hurdles to project success and allows them to seek remedies to resolve them. Originality/value: It is among the first study in the region that identifies and validates the factors that hinder construction project success.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | construction industry; project management; projects; scope creep; UAE |
| Index terms: | project manager, project success, project scope, scope creep, construction industry, project management, exploratory factor analysis, specification, confirmatory factor analysis, survey, construction project, methodology, project stakeholder, United Arab Emirates, complexity |
| Subjects: | Geography, contractual condition, production management, project management theory and practice, research methods, industry analysis, systems engineering, statistical analysis, sociology, scope management, profession, data collection methods |
| Topics: | Contract Administration, Research Practice, Geographical Context, Project Management, Engineering Principles, Stakeholder Management, Roles and Professions |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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