Assessing Quality Management Practice in Nigerian Construction Industry

Abdullahi, U.; Bustani, Shehu Ahmadu; Hassan, Ariffin Abu; Rotimi, Funmilayo Ebun

doi:10.15641/jcbm.3.2.569

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“…The survey research was undertaken in Lagos State and Abuja, Nigeria on the premise that most of the construction firms and construction professionals in Nigeria are either based in the Lagos States or Abuja and either has their branches located in Lagos or Abuja, Nigeria [23,24]. The population of the study comprised small-scale construction firms involved in the construction of both public and private building construction projects in the study area.…”

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Evaluation of Material Management Methods in Selected Building Construction Sites in Abuja and Lagos State, Nigeria

Oseghale¹,

Adetooto²,

Oseghale³

2021

AJMME

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The study appraised the degree of necessity and usage of material management methods adopted by small-scale construction firms in Abuja and Lagos State, Nigeria. It identified and examined the factors affecting material management practices, and assessed material management-related factors influencing cost variance. Eighty (80) structured questionnaires was administered on sites supervisor/manager through purposive sampling. Data obtained were analyzed using frequency, percentages, Mean score and relative severity index. The study revealed the most important material management method as site planning and organization (4.95), while employment of security (4.88) was often adopted for effective material management. The study found the most severe factors affecting material management as poor site organization, non-availability of material on sites, material not delivered as per schedule with severity index of (0.958), (0.948) and (0.928) respectively. Inadequate storage facilities (3.69), damaged materials (3.65), Loss of material (3.54), were found as material management factors most influencing cost variance. The study therefore recommends that; proper site organization should be carried out on construction site; materials should be made available on-site with required quantities and delivered as at when due with adequate stacking and storage facilities. More so, there should be adequate storage facilities on construction sites, material damage/ loss of material should be reduced to the barest minimum. The service of a good estimator should be engaged by the firms to mitigate against inaccurate/poor estimation of materials.

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Evaluation of Material Management Methods in Selected Building Construction Sites in Abuja and Lagos State, Nigeria

Oseghale¹,

Adetooto²,

Oseghale³

2021

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“…Owing to the prevalence of such practice in the construction industry, it remains a source of concern for the construction stakeholders as it does not encourage sufficient participation from the indigenous firms, as well as restricts indigenous practitioner's capacity building and technological advancement, and causes the needless drain to the already scarce foreign exchange of the country (Adelese & Abulude, 2020). According to Abdullahi et al (2019), the performance index for these construction firms includes the use of cost monitoring during design, project completed within budget, use of collaboration tools to improve effectiveness, clearly articulated scope and nature of work in the tender, and provisions of clear specifications and requirement. Similarly, Ogbu (2017) identified the use of time monitoring and control, project completed at the estimated time, the schedule is minimized, scope document not altered during project execution, financial transparency, and use of quality management systems as the construction firms performance indicators.…”

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“…Hence, all the variables have a significant influence on the performance of the indigenous firms. integral use of statistical analysis in construction processes, quality inspection routines which are similarly the indicators from the studies of Abdullahi et al (2019) andFemi (2015). Producing competitive advantage is one of the advantages inherent in proper quality management, reputation improvement, schedule improvement and increase in budget performance as well as increment in their chances of winning contractors' domestically.…”

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Competitive Advantage among Indigenous Construction Firms in Competing with Expatriate Contractors in Nigeria

Yusuf

Aribisala

Muhammed

et al. 2022

INTREST

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In recent times, the preference for expatriates in the contractual process in Nigeria has become an issue of controversy and general public interest. As a result, the high presence of these foreign expatriates has raised competitiveness in the construction sector, which is partly caused by indigenous enterprises' incapacity to meet the demands placed on them in terms of construction project delivery. This paper, therefore, investigates the factors influencing clients’ choice of contractor, examines the performance index of both expatriate and indigenous construction firms (ICFs), and analyzes the key performance indicators (KPI) for ICFs to increase their competitive advantage. The methodology involved the administration of structured questionnaires to a paper population of 384 construction experts comprising engineers, architects, quantity surveyors, builders, and project managers in Nigeria. With a response rate of 69%, frequencies/percentages, mean values, relative importance index (RII), and regression model were employed for the analysis. The findings revealed that the most important factors influencing clients’ choice are past performance and experience, equipment capabilities, and quality specification/standards. Additionally, this paper used six (6) KPIs (human resource management, financial management practices client-based strategy, organizational culture practices, smart work methods, and quality management practices) to model the performances of ICFs to increase their competitive advantage in Nigeria. This paper concluded that there is a higher performance of foreign expatriates in terms of time, cost, scope, quality, and satisfaction over their indigenous counterparts. This paper recommended that there is a need for ICFs to increase their equipment capacity and ability to undertake mega projects, develop an effective funding strategy to execute projects and collaborate with international partners to boost their level of competitiveness.

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“…Value management, which strives to maximize the value of construction projects while reducing costs and ensuring quality, is a crucial component of project management in the Nigerian construction sector [1]. A multitude of issues, such as cost overruns, delays, and subpar workmanship, are plaguing Nigeria's building industry.…”

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Value Management in the Nigerian Construction Industry: Challenges and Prospects

Jiya,

Ogunleye,

Onuzulike

et al. 2023

JMSD

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This study aimed to examine the state of value management in the Nigerian construction industry and to identify the challenges and prospects associated with its implementation. The study found that there is a lack of research on value management in the Nigerian construction industry, with a focus on the challenges and barriers rather than the benefits and best practices. The study also found that value management is not widely implemented in the industry, with limited understanding of the factors impacting its implementation. Specific challenges and barriers to the implementation of value management in the Nigerian construction industry were identified, such as lack of standardization and lack of expertise. Additionally, the study found that there is a limited adoption of international standards and best practices in value management, which could improve the performance of the industry. The study also found that there is a lack of training and education programs for construction professionals in value management, which is essential for effective implementation. Finally, the study found that there is a limited use of technology and data analytics to support value management in the Nigerian construction industry. Overall, the study highlights the need for further research, training and the adoption of international standards and best practices in order to improve the implementation of value management in the Nigerian construction industry.

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Assessing Quality Management Practice in Nigerian Construction Industry

Cited by 6 publications

References 7 publications

Evaluation of Material Management Methods in Selected Building Construction Sites in Abuja and Lagos State, Nigeria

Evaluation of Material Management Methods in Selected Building Construction Sites in Abuja and Lagos State, Nigeria

Competitive Advantage among Indigenous Construction Firms in Competing with Expatriate Contractors in Nigeria

Value Management in the Nigerian Construction Industry: Challenges and Prospects

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