Imperative Causes of Delays in Construction Projects from Developers’ Outlook

Mydin, Azree Othuman; Sani, N. Md.; Taib, M.; Alias, Noryati

doi:10.1051/matecconf/20141006005

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“…Raykar and A. N. [11] were in agreement with this finding as well for construction projects in general. While others like Rao [10] ranked this as number four in his list and Mydin, et al [12] ranked it as the third factor. The nd critical factor, as identified by Ruqaishi and Bashir [5], is problems with subcontractors, which was identified as well by Raykar and A. N. [11] to be the nd factor.…”

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Critical Factors behind Construction Delay in Petrochemical Projects in Saudi Arabia

Alhajri

Alshibani

2018

Energies

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This paper presents a study conducted to identify, assess, rank, and compare the most influencing factors causing schedule delays during the construction phase of petrochemical projects in Saudi Arabia. The methodology followed in this research to achieve the main aims is a combination of the comprehensive review of the literature and the interviewing of a number of local experts, which have resulted in identifying 23 factors. A total of 90 completed responses were gathered from 106 received responses. The study found that the most influencing factors causing schedule delays during the construction of petrochemical projects in Saudi Arabia are "Poor site management and supervision by contractors"; "Conflict between the main contractor and subcontractor"; "Poor planning and scheduling of projects by the contractor"; "Delays in material or equipment delivery"; and followed by "Delays in Handing Over Construction Site to the Contractor". This paper is original in the sense that the areas of knowledge and practice covered in the identified factors were distributed and not available in one source. The factors are derived from personal interviews with selected project managers, project engineers, construction supervisors, and the others from different positions in the project department and from the relevant literature.Energies 2018, 11, 1652 2 of 18 time delay and, consequently, causes millions of dollars in losses. Therefore, the goals of this research paper are to identify, assess, rank, and compare the most influencing factors causing schedule delays during the construction phase of petrochemical projects in Saudi Arabia. Research Problem and Significance of the Research.The main objectives of the project management team during the construction phase are to complete the project within its budget and on time and in accordance with specifications and quality requirements. Hence, identifying and ranking the factors that may cause schedule delays is essential in assisting the project management team to meet the above-stated objectives and to avoid delays. Due to its complexity, in recent years, many petrochemical projects were completed behind the targeted date that was agreed on between the owners and contractors. Such delays have significant consequences for the owners as well as the contractors. The delay during the construction phase is influenced by many factors that make meeting the set date a difficult task to the project management team. The literature reveals that very limited studies have reported on the identifying factors affecting the project schedule during the construction phase in petrochemical projects. This paper aims to identify, assess, rank, and compare the most influencing identified factors causing a delay in the petrochemical projects in the Eastern province of Saudi Arabia. The identification and ranking of such factors can assist owners, contractors, and the project management team of this class of projects in the following:

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Critical Factors behind Construction Delay in Petrochemical Projects in Saudi Arabia

Alhajri

Alshibani

2018

Energies

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“…Since the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has selected a few states in Malaysia as 'World Heritage Sites', a number of conservation works have rapidly progressed thanks to self-awareness among Malaysians. Penang, Malacca and Taiping, Perak are the states that have contributed most to conservation works since they are the state that have been given the 'World Heritage Site' title [3]. Strategic planning was conceived as well in order to ensure the smooth proceeding of this effort.…”

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Assessment of Adaptive Reuse of Heritage Shop Houses for Sleep Lodging in Malaysia: Fulfilment of Conservation Guidelines

Mydin

Keling

Sani

et al. 2014

SHS Web of Conferences

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Abstract. This study focuses on the compliance of adaptive reuse of historic shop houses for sleep lodging with reference to the Guidelines for Conservation Areas and Heritage Buildings by Majlis Perbandaran Pulau Pinang (MPPP). Through this research, awareness towards the compliance of building conservation guidelines for heritage shop houses will be clarified accordingly. The goal of this study is to determine and extract vital clauses and components of Guidelines for Conservation Areas and Heritage Buildings (GCAHB) towards adaptive reuse of heritage shop houses so that revitalization of these buildings can be ensured when changing the original function of the property. The aim is also to evaluate the compliance of the adaptive reuse of heritage shop houses with the GCAHB, and, lastly, to provide recommendations for adaptive reuse of heritage shop houses, also in compliance with the GCAHB. Additionally, heritage building owners can use this dissertation as a reference whenever they intend to adaptively reuse their buildings. Furthermore, recommendations in this research could be used for future reference.

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“…It is undeniable that the waste generated has caused an impact on the environment, however, building waste can hardly be recycled as it may be highly contaminated in the process of production or assembly. Building materials and inventory on site will contribute to waste generation if not handled properly and systematically [3].…”

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Approaches to Construction Waste Management in Malaysia

Mydin

Khor

Sani

2014

MATEC Web of Conferences

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Abstract. The concept of construction waste management was introduced a long time ago but the effort of waste minimization has, for the most part, merely been observed and not practiced. Additionally, an increasing allocation of landfills has indicated a growing production of waste. However, the allocation of funding or skills for the prevention of waste has been scarce as waste minimization has not been given enough attention. One such example is the undertaking of different stages of construction, which often does not account for future problems in construction waste. Hence, this study is intended to investigate common waste management practices on construction sites in Malaysia. As part of this investigation, site observations and questionnaires were conducted to collect information from the respondents. Comprehensive literature reviews also helped to understand the latest norms as well as previous practices in waste management. The results reflected that certain areas of knowledge and implementation showed great gaps with the same mistakes appearing frequently, pointing to the conclusion that known causes of excess waste are often not rectified and suggestions for improvement are not fully incorporated in standard practices.

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Imperative Causes of Delays in Construction Projects from Developers’ Outlook

Cited by 30 publications

References 7 publications

Critical Factors behind Construction Delay in Petrochemical Projects in Saudi Arabia

Critical Factors behind Construction Delay in Petrochemical Projects in Saudi Arabia

Assessment of Adaptive Reuse of Heritage Shop Houses for Sleep Lodging in Malaysia: Fulfilment of Conservation Guidelines

Approaches to Construction Waste Management in Malaysia

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