Leadership in Managing Construction Contracts and the Effectiveness of Budget Disbursement for Capital Expenditure Items Related to Construction in Service Units under the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Health

Authors

  • Machima Sornlai M.Sc. (Public Health Administration), Faculty of Public Health, Mahidol University
  • Orawan Quansri Department of Public Health Administration, Faculty of Public Health, Mahidol University
  • Chardsumon Prutipinyo Department of Public Health Administration, Faculty of Public Health, Mahidol University

Keywords:

Directive Leadership, Construction Contract Management, Capital expenditure, Budget Disbursement, Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Health

Abstract

This qualitative study aimed to explore factors related to leadership, POLC management principles (Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Controlling), and construction contract management, that influence the effectiveness of capital expenditure disbursement for construction items in service units, under the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Health. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with 16 purposively selected executives and practitioners responsible for central and regional investment budgeting, and analyzed data using content analysis based on relevant theoretical frameworks.

Findings revealed that directive leadership enhanced disbursement effectiveness through clear direction and goal alignment. Key factors within the POLC framework included precise planning, defined roles, team collaboration, staff development, effective communication, supervision, and the use of digital tools. Furthermore, efficient contract management, especially in planning, monitoring, and ensuring contractor liquidity was crucial to project success.

The study recommends that related agencies utilize these findings to improve policy measures that accelerate capital expenditure disbursement, through integrated monitoring systems and transparent contractor selection processes, ensuring technical capability and financial readiness for efficient project delivery.

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2025-05-02

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Sornlai, M., Quansri, O., & Prutipinyo, C. (2025). Leadership in Managing Construction Contracts and the Effectiveness of Budget Disbursement for Capital Expenditure Items Related to Construction in Service Units under the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Health. Public Health Policy and Laws Journal, 11(2), 331–344. retrieved from https://so05.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/journal_law/article/view/279942

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Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): May-August

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