Construction & Project Management Tips by RT. HON. Johnson Mukuha (PMP)
Construction and project management are not just about buildings, budgets, and timelines. They are about vision, discipline, and responsibility.
Every project begins as an idea, but it only becomes a successful structure through proper planning, honest execution, and strong leadership. Over the years, I have learned that the difference between a failed project and a successful one is rarely money alone. It is clarity, accountability, and attention to detail.
In construction, shortcuts always reveal themselves. Poor planning shows up as delays. Weak supervision shows up as defects. Poor communication shows up as conflict. That is why I believe in doing things right the first time, even when it takes more effort and patience.
Project management is about people as much as it is about processes. When teams are well led, informed, and respected, productivity improves and quality follows naturally. A project manager must balance cost, time, quality, and safety without compromising integrity.
My approach to construction is simple: