Success Criteria of Major Architectural Projects in Iraq

Abstract

"Project Success Criteria" are dependent variables and inputs to project management practice that evaluate how successfully a project will end. This research aims to explore the main success criteria for the major architectural projects in Iraq. Qualitative and quantitative approaches had been adopted through interviews and designed questionnaires directed to clients, consultants, and contractors who were involved in the design and construction of major architectural projects in Iraq. The research findings show that achieving the strategic objectives of the project and organization was the top success criterion element, besides, the "Iron Triangle" factors which are "Time, Cost, and Quality" are found still effective in Iraqi major projects' assessment criteria. The essential success elements could have beneficial results in one place while not influencing another. At various stages of the "Project life cycle", multiple success criteria might be evaluated.