Assessment of urban management indicators in civil projects for the preservation of natural ecosystems (Case study: Sari city)
Subject Areas : civil programing
1 - Master of Civil Engineering, Salehan Qaemshahr Non-Profit University, Iran
Keywords: Urban management indicators, civil projects, natural ecosystems, Sari city,
Abstract :
One of the main tasks of urban management is to create a foundation for improving the quality of life for citizens, part of which can be achieved through implementing civil projects aimed at preserving natural ecosystems. The aim of this research is to assess the status of urban management indicators in civil projects for the preservation of natural ecosystems in Sari city. With the growth and expansion of cities, especially in third-world countries, various problems including urban management issues have become apparent. This issue has also manifested itself in Iran, particularly in large cities like Sari. The present research is descriptive and survey-based. In terms of data collection, it is a field study (using questionnaires). The statistical population includes specialists and experts in the field of urban management and civil engineering, with a sample of 55 individuals selected through cluster sampling from this population. Expert Choice software was used for data analysis. The findings indicate that efficient management and appropriate management systems are the primary indicators, followed by financial capacity and support, level of education, field of study, and executive experience of specialized staff, proposed price, availability of equipment and machinery ready for use, and continuous training of employees contribute to achieving and improving urban management indicators in civil projects in Sari city. The results show that by comparing the status of urban management indicators in civil projects in Sari city with international standards, the urban management status can be evaluated and suggestions for improvement can be made.