The Influence of Project Team Members’ Competencies on Project Success: A Study of Malaysian Construction Industry

Sandra Shella, Alek (2025) The Influence of Project Team Members’ Competencies on Project Success: A Study of Malaysian Construction Industry. DBA thesis, University of Malaysia Sarawak.

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Abstract

Project success in the construction industry is frequently linked to the competencies of the project manager and top management support. Although much has been written about the importance of project managers, less focus has been paid on the skills of project team members and how top management support affects project results. This study investigates how emotional, managerial, and intellectual competencies among project team members, together with top management support, influence project success in the Malaysian construction industry. Using quantitative analysis, the data was analysed using SPSS 29 and SmartPLS, encompassing several stages: descriptive statistics, reliability and validity testing, correlation analysis, Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), moderation analysis, and data screening and assumptions testing. The data demonstrates a strong correlation between intellectual competence and project success, whereas emotional and managerial competencies exhibit weaker connections. It is noteworthy that despite top management support not significantly improving the influence of emotional competence, it is essential to strengthen the impact of intellectual competence on project outcomes. The findings indicate that focusing on intellectual competencies within teams, along with strategic support from the top management is crucial for enhancing project success in Malaysia's construction sector. The research provides significant insights for policymakers focused on improving project management frameworks and optimizing resource allocation to achieve better project outcomes.

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