Level of Awareness and Practice of Sustainable Project Management among Quantity Surveyors in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Abstract

The construction industry has a substantial influence on environmental sustainability, social well-being, and economic development. With the rapid urbanisation of cities like Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, Nigeria, there is a growing urgency for the implementation of sustainable construction practices. Sustainable project management entails the incorporation of
environmental, social, and economic factors throughout all stages of construction projects in order to mitigate adverse effects and maximise long-term advantages. The purpose of this paper is to explore the level of Awareness and Practice of Sustainable Project Management among Quantity Surveyors in Ibadan, Oyo State. The study adopted a quantitative approach by distributing a questionnaire to 171 professional quantity surveyors in the state. However, a total of 62 were retrieved, equating to 36% of the total administered questionnaire. The study adopted descriptive statistics using the Mean Item Score (MIS) to rank the variables. The study concluded that majority of the respondents in the study scope are aware of the concept of sustainable project management. This finding highlights a gap in local or region-specific sustainability certifications and points to a reliance on international standards. Furthermore, the study identifies "High initial investment costs" as the most significant barrier to the adoption of sustainable practices, echoing similar findings in global studies. It was recommended that public awareness campaigns be conducted to emphasise the enduring advantages of sustainable construction, including its financial and environmental benefits.