Organizational Culture Approach and Effects on Turkish Construction Sector

Organization's characteristic formed within the framework of the society, environment, law and norms is defined organization culture. The notion of culture may seem too far from construction works, but recently, it is often discussed and analyzed. The wholeness and acting together are observed in the firms whose organizational culture has already advanced is the main reason to attach importance to this issue. Thus, the performance of companies is increased by common goals and working harmoniously. Some attitudes as avoidance of risk, competition and entrepreneurship are frequently encountered in Turkey's construction industry. Because of the organizational culture has not been fully understood yet. In this study, “the organizational culture of the construction industry” which thought to be significant in order to make a sustainable contribution to the national economy is discussed. It also believed that organizational culture will boost the value of Turkey's construction sector in national and international context.