Engineering Management Case Studies

In 2022, as Qatar prepared to host the much-anticipated FIFA World Cup, the spotlight was not only on football but also on the massive infrastructure projects rapidly rising across the country. One of these projects, overseen by Hyundai Engineering & Construction, was the development of stadiums that would host thousands of international spectators. However, tragedy struck when a partial structural collapse occurred during the final stages of one of the stadium constructions. The incident, which resulted in the death of a worker and injuries to others, raised significant concerns about construction safety, project oversight, and the risks of fast-tracked global megaprojects. This case study explores the causes of the collapse, Hyundai Engineering’s response, and the broader implications for engineering management in international, high-pressure environments. Background Hyundai Engineering & Construction, a South Korean multinational, is one of the largest civil engineering ...