ENHANCING DELIVERY OF PUBLIC SECTOR FINANCED PROJECTS: THROUGH THE APPLICATION OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT SKILLS

Abstract

Delivering construction projects at the targeted time for most capital projects has been a cause of concern in Nigeria. This research examined the relevance of project management skills in procurement delivery of some capital projects in Nigeria and determined how current performance could be improved in project performance. Data was collected through opinion surveysinto the performances of these professionals and the use of project management skills of infrastructural procurement in the construction industry; the survey centered on examining the role of government and contractors in infrastructural procurement, acquisition of project management skills and project financing. The study revealed that although there are government allocations for infrastructural projects, the delay in the execution and completion is caused by inadequate training of and possession of relevant skills by the professionals in charge of supervision of the projects. The study suggested that adequate attention be given to the selection of professionals managing projects both for the contractors and government in order to facilitate and improve project delivery.