Perception-Based Assessment of the Factors Causing Delays in Construction Projects

作     者：Om Prakash Giri Om Prakash Giri

作者机构：School of Engineering Pokhara University Pokhara Nepal 

出 版 物：《Engineering（科研）》 (工程（英文）（1947-3931）)

年 卷 期：2023年第15卷第7期

页      面：431-445页

学科分类：0202[经济学-应用经济学] 02[经济学] 020205[经济学-产业经济学] 

主　　题：Construction Projects Construction Industry Delay Causes Construction De-lays Project Performance 

摘      要：Construction delay is a widespread issue in the construction industry of developing countries, and Nepal is no exception. These delays extend project durations and lead to cost overruns and disputes among stakeholders. To address this problem, this study aimed to identify and analyze the significant factors that contribute to construction project delays in Nepal. To gather data, a well-structured questionnaire was developed and administered to a sample of 100 participants, including contractors, consultants, and civil engineers. Various statistical tests were conducted to ensure the data’s integrity and consistency, such as reliability assessments and factor analyses. The findings of the study highlighted multiple factors contributing to delays in construction projects such as inadequate design, poor communication, and coordination among stakeholders, insufficient experience and planning by contractors, delays in material delivery and testing, labor-related problems including shortages and low qualifications, and external factors like regulatory changes and unforeseen circumstances. By identifying these major causes of construction project delays, this study presented insightful information that can contribute to the analysis and evaluation of project performance.