Abstract:

Construction projects are growing bigger and becoming more complex in time, which emphasizes the importance of project management. Since project management increases effectiveness, firms aiming to be competitive prefer project management practices. Project management includes planning, process management, scope and quality management, which affects the success of the projects directly. Schedules and methods need to be applied and tracked in order for the projects to reach the desired goals. Planning the sequence of the activities is essential to complete a project on the desired date. In addition, the success of a project depends on the project management methodology, which should be chosen regarding the characteristics of the project. Competence in the construction industry directs the companies to savings in workforce through increasing efficiency. Coordination of activities has special importance at this point. Since, each project has its own characteristics, the project management methodology should be chosen according to these. Applying the proper project management methodology has the key role for the success of a project. This paper aims to evaluate the effect of project management on a project’s success. For this, project management terms, project management methodologies, project knowledge areas, project management processes, and project management techniques are reviewed. It has been found that, choosing the project management methodology regarding the size and scope of the project, building the appropriate organization chart, forming a project management team with appropriate know-how, capabilities and experience, and applying the processes of the chosen project management methodology have the key role for the success of a project.

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