Amir Bahadorestani

Bio: Amir Bahadorestani is an academic researcher from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad. The author has contributed to research in topics: Stakeholder engagement & Project stakeholder. The author has an hindex of 3, co-authored 3 publications receiving 42 citations.

Novel Approach to Satisfying Stakeholders in Megaprojects: Balancing Mutual Values

Abstract: Stakeholder satisfaction in megaprojects has always been a critical concern in research and practice because of the dynamism, complexity, and uncertainty of the various relationships betwee...

A Comprehensive Stakeholder-Typology Model Based on Salience Attributes in Construction Projects

Abstract: This article presents a comprehensive project stakeholder typology model (PSTM) based on stakeholder salience attributes (SSAs). Stakeholders are considered as one of the major pillars of c...

Managing User Expectations on Software Projects: Lessons from the Trenches

Abstract: Prior research has demonstrated that inappropriate user expectations can have a downstream effect on the use of and user satisfaction with an information system. Although several studies have examined the importance of managing user expectations, there has been little work on how project managers can and should manage user expectations on a software project. In this research, software project managers were interviewed to discover the strategies and tactics that were successful and not-as-successful in managing user expectations. Three general strategies for managing user expectations were identified: user involvement, leadership, and trust. These findings as well as the implications for researchers and practitioners are discussed.

The path towards greening the Malaysian construction industry

Abstract: Construction industry contributes significantly to environmental degradation, and governments in many countries which are endeavouring to address the situation. Malaysia is no exception. This paper examines the path towards green construction project delivery in Malaysia, focusing on current green policies and initiatives by governments. The historical waves in Malaysian approaches to tackling environmental issues are described, starting from the early 20th century, through the 1990s to the present, and the influence of these approaches on construction practices is analysed. Based on the findings of policy review, essential green construction practices aimed at mitigating the adverse effects of construction activities on the environment in Malaysia were identified. This paper paves the way for future studies in construction and sustainability in Malaysia, especially for the Southeast Asian region where sustainability practices are urgently needed.

Social sustainability considerations in construction project feasibility study: a stakeholder salience perspective

Abstract: Past research recommends integration of social sustainability (SS) considerations in construction project feasibility study for benefitting a larger group of project stakeholders. However, there is a lack of empirical evidence to this effect, especially from the developing economies. The purpose of this study is to address this knowledge gap through a SS-centric analysis of feasibility study reports using a stakeholder salience perspective.,Feasibility study reports for 61 projects were obtained from various government organizations in India. The SS considerations were identified in the reports using a combination of quantitative and qualitative assessments. The former was based on content analysis and the latter was conducted using “VOSviewer” text analysis software.,SS considerations related to occupational health and safety, workers' employment practices and proactive involvement of communities and end-users were found to be inadequately addressed in the reports. Based on occurrences of the SS considerations, project-affected community was found to be the most salient stakeholder, followed by the end-users and the construction workers. Statistical analysis revealed significant relationship between the SS considerations and the type of project as well as the type of project delivery system.,This study contributes to better understanding of integrating SS considerations in feasibility study of construction projects. Its results provide useful inputs to decision-makers for orienting construction projects, right from the early phases, towards benefitting the disadvantaged and weaker stakeholders irrespective of their salience attributes. In developing economies, such interventions may improve quality of lives of a large number of project stakeholders and also cultivate a positive societal image of the construction industry as a respectful, ethical and employee friendly industry.