Influence of the Moderating Effect of Government Regulations on Performance of Government Construction Projects in Kenya

Abstract

Government regulations are like blue prints through which construction projects are implemented. They define the boundaries and circumstances under which construction projects are implemented sustainably. Regulations ensures that construction projects coexist with the environment with minimal effects. The construction industry requires progressive government regulations and continuous review to reflect the changing times and needs of society. Involvement and sensitization of stakeholders enhances effectiveness of these regulations. The objective of the study was to examine the influence of the moderating effect of government regulations on performance of government construction projects in Kenya. The study adopted a descriptive research design and used simple random sampling to select a sample from the registered Architects/projects managers practicing in Nairobi Kenya and involved with government projects. The unit of analysis therefore was government construction projects while unit of observation was 728 Registered Architects/projects managers within Nairobi. A sample size of 251 was used. The study generated both qualitative and quantitative data. Data was collected using questionnaires and analysed using SPSS. The findings of the study showed a significant and positive relationship between the moderating effect of government regulations on performance of government construction projects in Kenya. The study concluded that Government regulations had statistically significant moderation effect on the performance of government construction projects in Kenya.