The construction of NSSF Pension Towers Phase II on Plots 15A, 15B and 17, Lumumba Avenue and Plot 16 Nakasero Road, Kampala

Abstract

The report details a multitude of construction and project management practices that the author was involved in as part of the Main Contractor’s project management team during the construction of NSSF Pension Towers Phase II Project on Plots 15A, 15B & 17, Lumumba Avenue and Plot 16, Nakasero road, Kampala, Uganda. Chapter One; lays out an introduction of the project, briefly discussing the background of the project, the scope, the funders, consultants, and other stakeholders. The project comprises the construction of a multi-storey reinforced concrete framed commercial and office development commencing where phase 1 works ended. The project is constructed for the National Social Security Fund (NSSF). It also details the author's involvement during the construction phase. Chapter Two; talks about the construction methodologies, activities and contract administration procedures adopted during the execution of the project. The different tools and techniques being used in construction are discussed in this chapter. Chapter Three; details the project management practices that are being used during the implementation and administration of this contract. The various project management aspects are explored in the context of the project, with significant emphasis accorded to project scope management, project cost management, project quality management, project time management, project risk management and project communication management. Chapter Four; is a run-down of the entire project in general highlighting the challenges faced and key lessons learnt. Chapter Five; is about conclusion and makes a few recommendations on what could have been done differently to enhance the success attained on the project. Construction projects often involve an array of skills that come from different professionals, specialists and suppliers that are involved from inception to close-out. Successful implementation of a construction project can only be achieved where acceptable project management practices and systems are put in place and allowed to work. An enabling environment should be maintained to encourage project participants to follow and use these systems. A lapse in project control, monitoring and management methods will ultimately affect the implementation of the project and may culminate into time and budget overruns while also affecting the required quality. This in turn leads to loss in value to the client in terms of potential income and loss to government in terms of potential tax revenue.