Document Type : Research Paper
Authors
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M.Sc., Department of Project and Construction Management, Kish International Campus, University of Tehran, Kish Island, Iran
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Corresponding author: Assistant Professor, Department of Construction Engineering and Management, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, Iran
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Assistant Professor, Department of Project and Construction Management, Faculty of Architecture, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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Master of Construction Engineering and Management, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, Iran
Abstract
Project management in the construction industry, given its complexity and numerous challenges, requires managers with key competencies. One crucial yet underexplored aspect of competency is the attitude and mindset of project managers. This study aims to examine the impact of project managers' attitudes on their success in the Iranian construction industry. To achieve this goal, a qualitative approach was adopted, and data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 10 experienced project managers, selected using a snowball sampling method. The data analysis was conducted using Atlas.ti software (version 7) through open coding. The findings revealed that attitudes such as flexibility, risk-taking, result-orientation, optimism, and holistic thinking have a significant impact on project success. The analysis of relationships between codes showed that project managers' attitudes play a vital role in improving team interactions, mitigating project risks, and enhancing efficiency. Furthermore, it was identified that project managers' attitudes, as a hidden dimension of their competence, are instrumental in addressing the unique environmental and social challenges of Iran. For instance, a proactive and long-term perspective in dealing with complex project issues had a substantial effect on achieving favorable outcomes. The results of this study indicate that aligning managers' attitudes with project conditions can increase the likelihood of project success. By focusing on the impact of managerial attitudes, this research contributes to the existing body of knowledge in project management, demonstrating that fostering positive attitudes can enhance project managers' performance and improve organizational productivity.
Highlights
- Project managers' attitudes, including flexibility, risk-taking, result-oriented thinking, optimism, and holistic perspectives, impact the success of construction projects.
- Positive and proactive attitudes of managers facilitate improved team interactions, risk reduction, and enhanced organizational productivity.
- Managerial attitudes in complex and challenging environments like Iran are crucial factors for successful project management.
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Copyright © Shayegan Khalili. Farhad Saeedi, Saeed Yousefi, Mahyar Zandpourasl
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