Effective Project Management Practices in the Construction Industry in Indore: An Empirical Study
Keywords:
Project management, construction industry, risk management, stakeholder management, human resource management, project outcomes, Indore city, construction project success.Abstract
The construction industry is a key pillar of any city's economic development, infrastructure expansion, and urban growth. Rapid urbanization and infrastructure development in Indore has resulted in a steadily increasing number of construction projects, making the need for effective project management practices crucial. The objective of this study is to empirically analyze project management practices in the Indore construction industry and identify key factors influencing project success. The study employed a survey-based research methodology, collecting primary data from 81 project managers through structured questionnaires.
Descriptive statistics (mean, percentage, standard deviation, and frequency) and inferential statistical techniques, such as the Kolmogorov–Smirnov normality test and Pearson correlation analysis, were used for data analysis. The study's results revealed that risk management, human resource management, and stakeholder management are key determinants of construction project success. In a comparative analysis, risk management was found to have the greatest impact, while a significant relationship was established between stakeholder management and project outcomes. The study also shows that effective communication systems, resource coordination, team leadership, and risk control strengthen project performance.
The study's findings highlight the practical utility of project management in the construction industry and offer policy and managerial suggestions for organizations and project managers. This research encourages a scientific management approach to enhance the efficiency, quality, and timeliness of future construction projects.
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