A qualitative approach to investigate stakeholders' engagement in construction projects

Purpose Stakeholder engagement in construction projects is an ingredient that contributes to project optimal performance. Many developing countries have a paucity of literature about stakeholders' projects. Therefore, the study investigated South Africa's shareholders' and recommended possible measures mitigate potential limitations. Design/methodology/approach The researchers collated data from African experts stakeholder via phenomenology type qualitative research design. They explored “perceived hindrances” facing proffer them. analysed collected thematic analysis achieved saturation. Three themes emerged data. Findings show efficient will enhance team collaboration integrated delivery. Results identified perceived limitations categorised them into individual hindrances, organisational hindrances government-related hindrances. Also, findings policies programmes within sector. Practical implications Besides enhancing policymakers other stakeholders industry understand benefits better, may stir up sector's embrace enhanced effective management. Originality/value This practice involves stakeholders, as it reveals underlying causes proffers feasible solutions these