The Impact of Project Management on Controlling Delays in the Implementation of Apartment Projects in South Sumatera

  • Arkiyansyah Arkiyansyah Civil Engineering Doctoral Study, Faculty of Engineering, Tarumanagara University, Jakarta
  • Manlian Ronald A. Simanjuntak Professor of Project Management University of Tujuh belas Agustus 1945 Jakarta
  • Basuki Anondho Faculty of Engineering, Tarumanagara University, Jakarta
Keywords: project management, project delay, apartment building, project control, literature review

Abstract

Delays in the implementation of apartment projects in South Sumatera are a crucial problem, resulting in cost overruns, quality declines, and disruptions to the achievement of national housing program targets. Effective project management, encompassing planning, organization, implementation, and project control, plays a crucial role in controlling these delays. This study aims to comprehensively examine the impact of project management on controlling delays in apartment projects through a literature review approach. The method used was a literature review, referring to relevant indexed international and national journal articles from the most recent years. The analysis process involved identifying, selecting, and synthesizing research findings related to project management factors that influence project time performance. The study results indicate that thorough planning, coordination between stakeholders, project manager competence, and an effective control and monitoring system significantly influence project delays. Furthermore, the integration of strategic communication and risk management has also been shown to improve project timeliness. In conclusion, the implementation of structured and adaptive project management is key to controlling delays in apartment projects in sustainable projects.

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2026-05-31
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