Impact of Lean Practices and Organisational Culture on Risk Management Knowledge in Chinese Engineering Projects: The Mediating Role of Project Performance

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to investigate in China's engineering projects the role of project performance as a mediator between lean techniques, organisational culture, and risk management expertise. This work presents a full picture of how operational strategies and risk awareness interact to address the increasing complexity and unpredictability of engineering project settings by means of quantitative data analysis combined with qualitative case studies. Structured questionnaires were sent to engineers, project managers, and quality assurance staff of many Chinese engineering firms to gather quantitative data. A statistically study conducted using structural equation modelling shows that lean approaches including continuous improvement, waste minimisation, and stakeholder involvement show favourably effect risk management knowledge. Strong corporate culture supporting cooperation, communication, and shared responsibility is raising awareness of risk and therefore reducing tactics. The importance of project performance in transforming organisational values and practices into effective knowledge application is underlined by the fact that project performance moderates the relationship between risk management knowledge and lean practices and organisational culture. One may evaluate project performance using cost efficiency, time management, and quality outputs. Semi-structured interviews yielded qualitative data that helped to balance the quantitative results and offer a more whole picture of how engineering teams implement lean concepts and cultural norms to actual projects. This extensive study highlights the need of engineering firms developing a culture of support and operational excellence to gain long-term risk management capacity. The results should be used as a road map for Chinese project managers, lawmakers, and corporate leaders to build more robust project processes in the engineering industry of the country.