Analysis of Criteria for Measuring Project Success in the Construction Industry of Ghana

Abstract

This study provides analysis of the effect of culture on the construction industry in the developing world focusing on Ghana. The culture exhibited considered the key factors influencing performance measures; the critical performance variables in assessing contractors (construction industry) performance; extent to which each performance measure affect performance outcome correlation; the major challenges contractors in Ghana faced; and extent to which cultural dimensions influence the contractor performance. Research questionnaires where design and administered in five regions of Ghana. Data collected from Six hundred (600) respondents comprising Five hundred (500) workers from construction industries, Seventy-Five (75) contractors, Fifteen (15) consultants and Ten (10) clients. Five hundred experienced staffs across five regions were also interviewed. The mixed method was adopted for the study.

Keywords: Culture, Construction Industry, Bribery, Corruptions