ABSTRACT
This chapter continues the consideration of project organizations by looking at structures which are more complex than the clearly-recognizable team and matrix organizations. The managing contractor’s organization includes the design team, the purchasing department or purchasing agent and the senior project site manager. Most big projects will have at least two project managers; one employed by the organization with principal responsibility for carrying out the work and the other representing the client or project owner. The joint venture (JV) board included an executive director from each of the JV member companies and was responsible for oversight of the project. Regular JV board meetings were held, typically on a monthly basis, with a more thorough and in-depth review carried out quarterly. Providing the commitment of the JV board remains strong and supportive and their objectives remain aligned, the likelihood of a successful project outcome for all concerned is significantly increased by the JV arrangement.
