Factors Affecting the Quality of Large-Scale Infrastructure Project: The Case of Addis Ababa Bole International Airport Expansion Project.
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2024-10
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Addis Ababa University
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This research paper aims to investigate the factors influencing the quality of large-scale infrastructure construction projects at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport during its expansion. The study utilized both descriptive and explanatory research design with quantitative approach. The target population includes 85 stakeholders such as contractors, consultants, and clients. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis, with a focus on summarizing and exploring relationships between variables. Data analysis uncovered three key determinants of quality in large-scale infrastructure projects: labor performance, contract administration, and project management practices. Notably, project management practices emerged as the most influential factor on project quality, with labor performance and contract administration also playing significant roles. The research offers practical recommendations for advancing the quality of large infrastructure endeavors such as the Addis Ababa Bole International Airport expansion, as well as the broader Ethiopian construction sector. This study enriches the body of knowledge in construction quality management and delivers pertinent insights for industry professionals and decision-makers.
Key Words: Quality management, Large-scale infrastructure projects, Addis Ababa Bole International Airport expansion project