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Florence, L and Siew Huay, L (2010) Improving export performance of contractors from China. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 17(06), 581–97.

Hong, X and David, B (2010) Learning from cross-cultural problems in international projects: a Chinese case. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 17(06), 549–62.

Huan, Y, Chan, A P C and Qiming, L (2010) Density dependence in the Chinese construction industry: focus on mortality of Jiangsu Province (1989-2007). Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 17(06), 563–80.

Mohammed, A and Charles, E (2010) Making a case for offsite construction in China. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 17(06), 536–48.

Yong Qiang, C, Huanqing, L, Wenxue, L and Ning, Z (2010) Analysis of project delivery systems in Chinese construction industry with data envelopment analysis (DEA). Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 17(06), 598–614.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: China; construction industry; data analysis; project management; project systems
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/09699981011090215
  • Abstract:
    Purpose – Selecting a proper project delivery system is one of the critical issues for the success of a project. This paper discusses the application of project delivery systems in China and the existing project delivery system selection methods, analyzes project objectives and indicators influencing the selection of project delivery systems, and aims at finding an appropriate method to select project delivery systems. Design/methodology/approach – A survey was conducted by postal questionnaire and Multivariate Statistical Analysis was applied to analyze the project data. A robust model was developed to analyze the selection of project delivery systems. Findings – The results of survey and analysis show that design-bid-build (DBB)/project management (DBB+PM), design-build (DB)/engineering, procurement and construction (EPC)/Turnkey, multi-stage DB/EPC and EP+C are commonly used in China. The differences between DBB and DBB+PM, and differences between DB/EPC and Turnkey in China are not significant. Weights of project objectives in each project delivery system and the ranking of indicators influencing the selection of project delivery systems are acquired. Originality/value – Analysis was conducted with a robust model instead of traditional model in consideration of efficiency. This research may assist owners in Mainland China in selecting project delivery systems, improve project performance, and encourage efficiency in project delivery process.