Influence of Project Management Practices on Road Maintenance Projects’ Performance in Kenya: the Case of Rongai/kajiado Road
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Date
2023Author
Manyinsa, Jeremiah N
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This study examined the influence of project management practices on performance of road
maintenance projects in Kenya. Particular goals were to determine the impact of project
resource mobilization, teamwork, project risk management, and a project communication
framework pertaining to road maintenance project performance in Kenya. The project
management competence theory and the stakeholder theory guided the study. A descriptive
research design was adopted. The target population consisted of project managers, department
heads, and assistant project managers, with a total population of 404. The sample size of this
study was based on Yamane‘s 1967 formulae, that yielded 201 respondents. Stratified random
sample method was used, and a quota was taken from each stratum. A questionnaire with closed
questions was adopted to collect data. The collected data was evaluated quantitively. The
Statistical Package for Social Sciences was used for data analysis. The study employed
descriptive statistics like frequencies, means, and percentages. The distribution and primary
tendencies of the gathered data was clearly outlined by these statistical measures, enabling a
thorough understanding of the patterns and trends found in the responses. Results were
presented through tables. Findings indicate a positive and significant influence of project
resource mobilization on road maintenance projects performance of Rongai-Kajiado road (β
=0.516, p < 0.05). Results revealed a positive and insignificant influence of team work on road
maintenance projects performance of Rongai-Kajiado road (β =0.051, p > 0.05). Findings
showed a positive and significant influence of project communication framework on road
maintenance projects performance of Rongai-Kajiado road (β =0.566, p < 0.05). There was a
positive and significant influence of project risks management on road maintenance projects
performance of Rongai-Kajiado road (β =0.898, p < 0.05). It was concluded that funds'
availability is a fundamental driver of successful project management practices and project
performance. Guidelines and policies are integral to improving the performance of road
maintenance projects. Effective communication of strategy to both internal and external
stakeholders is a key component of successful project management. A clear hierarchy and
organizational structure help streamline decision-making processes, delineate roles and
responsibilities, and ensure that tasks are carried out efficiently. The study recommended that
Project managers of road maintenance projects in Kenya should ensure funds’ availability as it
enhances successful project performance. Management of road maintenance projects in Kenya
should institute guidelines and policies that would lead to improved performance of road
maintenance projects capabilities. Project managers should always keep stakeholders informed
about the strategies formulated and activities happening in the institution. Managers of road
maintenance projects should enhance effective planning as it reduces risk in implementing the
formulated strategies on the performance of road maintenance projects.
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University of Nairobi
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