RECONCEPTUALISING THE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT BODY OF KNOWLEDGE FOR MALAYSIAN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

• Published in: Malaysian Construction Research Journal
• Main Author: Abidin M.Z.Z.; Hassan P.F.; Hashim N.; Hooi K.K.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Construction Research Institute of Malaysia 2023
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85194557702&partnerID=40&md5=409f1ce47606214fbcb6c0018c098529

The realm of Construction Project Management (CPM) is in a constant state of evolution, reshaping the approaches taken in project management. Nonetheless, this Body of Knowledge (BoK) often grapples with ambiguities, misunderstandings, and ongoing debates, impeding the progress of project management research and development. In the context of the Malaysian construction industry, the existing comprehension of CPM falls somewhat short in comprehensively addressing the specific duties essential for successful construction management practice and learning. This study re-examines the project life cycle, its various phases, and the associated activities within these phases. By drawing insights from the Morris Management of Projects Model, a multi-layer thematic analysis was employed to reassess the precise conceptualisation of project management. The outcomes suggest that the project management Body of Knowledge (BoK) is optimally perceived through the lenses of both Construction Project Management and Construction Management. Within CPM, there exist 24 distinct work processes spanning the five phases of Inception, Design Development, Tendering, Construction, and Closeout. On the other hand, Construction Management (CM) comprises 13 work processes encompassing the stages of Tendering, Site Mobilisation, Construction, and Handover. Insights from the findings provide a more comprehensive and contextually grounded understanding of conceiving CPM, which is very significant for grasping the nuances of project management and its underlying processes. This underscores the significance of tailored implementation models that cater to the distinct demands of CPM, particularly in the Malaysian construction industry. © 2023, Construction Research Institute of Malaysia. All rights reserved.