Project Risk Management Practices and Performance of Construction Projects: A Case of Horizon Construction in Kigali, Rwanda

Abstract

The general objective was to examine the effect of project risk management on performance of construction of rehabilitation house construction in Kigali, Rwanda. The specific objectives were; to determine effect of project risk assessment, project risk base decision and project contingency decision on performance of commercial rehabilitation in Kigali. Working on that topic would provide a better way to large-scale construction projects. Other scholars who would be interested to work in the same field. The study used relevant theories such as risk management and risk assessment theories. This research used a descriptive study variables, indicators and measurement. A correlation study design was used to establish the association between variables and regression effect size for each specific objectives. The study targeted 180 staffs of Horizon Construction. A sample of 125 respondents determined using Yamane formula participated in the study process. The sample size was chosen using simple random and purposive sampling techniques. The study collected data using questionnaire and interview guide. The researcher study data using a computer based software known statistical product and service solutions to 26.0 to generate descriptive and inferential statistics. Qualitative data was analyzed using content analysis through themes and subthemes. Findings show