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Exploring the HRM Determinants Influencing Construction Project Success: A Qualitative Study

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  • K.A. D. Olivia

    (PhD Researcher, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka)

  • Perera, D.

    (Professor in HRM, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka)

Abstract

This qualitative case study explores the critical human resource management (HRM) determinants that influence the success of construction projects in Sri Lanka. Through in-depth interviews with 20 Participants including project managers, HR managers, site supervisors, Technical officers and construction workers and analysis of empirical evidence from various construction projects, this research identifies key HRM practices and examines their impact on achieving successful project outcomes. The main objective of the study is to investigates the HRM determinants that impact the success of construction projects. Through in-depth interviews and analysis of empirical evidence from various construction projects, this research identifies critical HRM practices and examines their influence on achieving successful project outcomes.

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  • K.A. D. Olivia & Perera, D., 2024. "Exploring the HRM Determinants Influencing Construction Project Success: A Qualitative Study," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(8), pages 1909-1925, August.
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