Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats analysis of chinese construction companies in the global market

Abstract

Recent years have seen a growing trend of Chinese companies making significant inroads into the international construction market. However, comparing to their fast development, only few studies have been reported to introduce the Chinese international construction companies (CICCs) as an emerging competing force. This research, by conducting a strength, weakness, opportunity, and threat analysis, aims to help understand CICCs which have been stereotypically viewed as a somewhat heterogeneous group. Data supporting the analysis were derived from multiple sources including statistical reports, literature review, interviews, and in particular first-hand experience from those who are competing on the forefront. The research opens a window through which all players in the global construction market can perceive internal and external conditions of their Chinese counterpart. © 2009 ASCE.