Digital Transformation in Construction Supply Chain: Centralization of Project Management

The construction industry is undergoing a transformative shift driven by digital platform

technologies, offering new methods to restructure traditional processes, project management,

and supply chain oversight. This paper explores how integrating gig economy models with digital

platforms can centralize project management control, improve resource efficiency, and minimize

supply chain fragmentation. By assigning project management to consultant-led project

management offices (PMOs), construction projects can become more adaptable and responsive

to fluctuating labor and resource demands. Using a simulation-based approach, this study

compares traditional contractor-driven project management with digital platform-based gig

economy models. The results reveal significant improvements in project performance, including

reduced delays, optimized resource utilization, and enhanced quality assurance. These findings

highlight the gig economy’s potential to revolutionize construction supply chain management by

fostering greater flexibility and more efficient project outcomes.