Factors affecting competitiveness small contractors in construction industry

The construction industry is a very promising business area in terms of infrastructure development and financial benefits. Many factors influence the competitiveness of small contractors in the construction industry. This study aims to identify what factors influence competitiveness and identify wha...

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Published in:Journal of physics. Conference series 2019-12, Vol.1402 (2), p.22011
Main Authors: Johari, G J, Walujodjati, E, Mulyana, S, Permana, S
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Construction industry
Contract management
Contractors
Coordination
Factor analysis
Influence
Logistics
Physics
Project management
Quality management
Reliability analysis
Reliability aspects
Risk management
Safety management
Statistical methods
Subcontractors
Supply chains
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Summary:The construction industry is a very promising business area in terms of infrastructure development and financial benefits. Many factors influence the competitiveness of small contractors in the construction industry. This study aims to identify what factors influence competitiveness and identify what are the dominant factors that affect the competitiveness of small contractors in the construction industry in West Java. The author uses descriptive and explanatory research methods which are then processed by statistical methods using validation tests, reliability tests, and factor analysis. The results of this study indicate that all variables are valid and pass the reliability test. Of the 9 factors studied, it has a significant influence on the competitiveness of small contractors in the construction industry in West Java. There is 1 dominant factor that influences the competitiveness of small contractors in the construction industry in West Java, namely project management factors. These indicators are; Location management, Cost management, Quality management, Time management, Contract management, Problem solving expertise, Risk management, Logistics and supply chain management, Effectiveness in coordination with subcontractors, Effectiveness in site safety management, Knowledge of local construction law, Number of major accidents in The last 3 years, and the contract ratio successfully committed. for project implementation, Coordination of all activities and labor involved.
ISSN:1742-6588
1742-6596
DOI:10.1088/1742-6596/1402/2/022011