EVALUATING SUCCESS IN NIGERIAN CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS: A COMPREHENSIVE LITERATURE REVIEW ON CRITERIA AND METHODS
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https://doi.org/10.11113/jm.v48.521Keywords:
Construction Project Success, Nigeria, Sustainability, Stakeholder Satisfaction, Mixed Methods, Evaluation Criteria, Project ManagementAbstract
This study aims to develop a comprehensive framework for evaluating construction project success in Nigeria by identifying key success criteria, reviewing evaluation methods, and examining their relevance within the Nigerian context. Using a mixed-methods research approach, the study integrates quantitative techniques, such as performance metrics and schedule variance analysis, with qualitative methods, including stakeholder interviews and feedback collection. The findings reveal that traditional success criteria—time, cost, and quality—remain essential but insufficient for capturing the full scope of project success. The study highlights the growing significance of modern criteria, including sustainability, stakeholder satisfaction, and worker safety, underscoring the need for a holistic evaluation framework. A major contribution of this study is the development of a context-specific project success framework tailored to Nigeria’s unique socio-economic and regulatory environment. This framework addresses industry-specific challenges, such as the integration of sustainability metrics, the enhancement of stakeholder engagement, and the adoption of mixed-methods evaluation practices. By promoting the systematic assessment of project outcomes, the study provides practical guidance for industry stakeholders, policymakers, and construction firms. The recommendations emphasize the importance of regulatory reforms, capacity-building initiatives, and the development of sustainable construction practices. This contribution advances the understanding of project success in developing countries and provides a model that can be adapted for similar contexts, supporting industry growth and improving project performance in Nigeria’s construction sector.
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