Complexity in construction projects
Construction projects are invariably complex and since
World War II have become progressively more so. In fact
the construction process may be considered the most complex
undertaking in any industry'. However, the construction
industry has displayed great difficulty in coping with the
increasing complexity of major construction projects 2.
Therefore an understanding of project complexity and
how it might be managed is of significant importance.
However, the concept of project complexity has received
little detailed attention in project management literature.
This paper reviews the literature on project complexity
relevant to project management with emphasis towards the
construction industry, and proposes a definition for project
complexity.