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Chen, C and Messner, J I (2005) An investigation of Chinese BOT projects in water supply: a comparative perspective. Construction Management and Economics, 23(09), 913-25.

Delgado-Hernandez, D J and Aspinwall, E M (2005) Improvement tools in the UK construction industry. Construction Management and Economics, 23(09), 965-77.

Guo, K, Minchin, E and Ferragut, T (2005) The shift to warranties and performance specifications: what of method specifications?. Construction Management and Economics, 23(09), 953-63.

Leung, M-Y, Olomolaiye, P, Chong, A and Lam, C C Y (2005) Impacts of stress on estimation performance in Hong Kong. Construction Management and Economics, 23(09), 891-903.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Cost estimation; interpersonal; organization; performance; stress; task
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0144-6193
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/0144619042000326701
  • Abstract:

    Cost estimation not only requires precise technical and analytical input from estimators but also involves the use of subjective judgement. An investigation on the impact of stress on estimation performance was conducted involving 177 professional estimators in Hong Kong. Using correlation analysis, regression analysis and structural equation modelling, the relationships between stress and various aspects of estimation performance are examined and a causal structural model is developed. The results indicate that stress is a cause of negative estimation performance (resulting in weak interpersonal relationships, unfamiliarity with organization and ineffective process), while, simultaneously, it is beneficial to the professional estimation performance. Furthermore, there is an inverted U-shaped relationship between stress and the organizational relationship.

Navon, R and Shpatnitsky, Y (2005) A model for automated monitoring of road construction. Construction Management and Economics, 23(09), 941-51.

Pryke, S D (2005) Towards a social network theory of project governance. Construction Management and Economics, 23(09), 927-39.

Wong, J M W, Chan, A P C and Chiang, Y H (2005) Time series forecasts of the construction labour market in Hong Kong: the Box-Jenkins approach. Construction Management and Economics, 23(09), 979-91.

Wu, X and Zhang, Z (2005) Input-output analysis of the Chinese construction sector. Construction Management and Economics, 23(09), 905-12.