Managing the project management process in Aerospace and Construction: a comparative approach

摘要

This paper explores, in a practical setting, influences on Project managers created by their pro- ject and business environments. The author carried out a study of prOject managcment practice within two large companies operating in two different industry sectors. The paper explains the central theme and findings of the study. The findings show that managers on the projects sur- veyed were influenced by their project environment. Some of the major comparisons observed are illustrated together with suggestions as to broader links and best practice within the construction industry.