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Managing conflict in construction megaprojects: Leadership and third‐party principles
Author(s) -
Anderson Jr. Lee L.,
Polkinghorn Brian
Publication year - 2008
Publication title -
conflict resolution quarterly
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.323
H-Index - 21
eISSN - 1541-1508
pISSN - 1536-5581
DOI - 10.1002/crq.229
Subject(s) - bridge (graph theory) , conflict resolution , order (exchange) , scale (ratio) , conflict management , public relations , political science , business , finance , geography , medicine , cartography , law
This article examines the importance of conflict resolution skills and techniques when managing the complex relationships and interdependence necessary for large‐scale construction projects. Partnering between multiple public and private organizations is often required in order for these projects to succeed. The authors examine the specific partnering skills that contributed to the success of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge project.