PROJECT MANAGEMENT SKILLS AND PERFORMANCE OF KENYA URBAN ROADS AUTHORITY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN TRANS NZOIA COUNTY, KENYA
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This study determined how project management skills influence performance of Kenya Urban Roads Authority construction projects in trans Nzoia County, Kenya. A descriptive research design was used in the study. The study targeted 141 contractors register with NCA. Contractors in Trans Nzoia County having active registrations with the National Construction Authority in categories NCA 3, NCA4, NCA5, NCA6, and NCA 7 and working on projects for the Kenya Urban Roads Authority. From the targeted population, the study sampled 104 respondents using stratified random sampling techniques. The study used primary data which was collected using structured questionnaires. Pilot test was conducted in Uasin Gishu County to test validity and reliability of data collection tools. Descriptive and inferential analysis was done by the use of Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS 26) and presented through percentages, means, standard deviations and frequencies. For variable relationships, inferential analysis was examined and analyzed data was presented by use of tables and models. The results revealed that that financial management skills play a significant role in the performance of Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) construction projects in Trans Nzoia County. Contract management skills were identified as a critical factor in ensuring the success of KURA projects. The study recommended that Project managers should prioritize the development and application of detailed budget preparation and variance analysis techniques. Project managers should enhance their contract negotiation and interpretation skills to secure favorable and clear contract terms. Project managers must streamline procurement cycles by planning procurement timelines early and sticking to schedules. Project managers should implement structured workforce planning to ensure that the right skills are available at every project stage.
Key Words: Financial Management Skills, Contract Management Skills, Procurement Management Skills, Human Resource Management Skills
CITATION: Onsando, N., & Miroga, J. (2025). Project management skills and performance of Kenya Urban Roads Authority construction projects in Trans Nzoia County, Kenya. The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, 12 (2), 863 – 891. http://dx.doi.org/10.61426/sjbcm.v12i2.3244
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