Exploring critical road project delay factors in Ghana

2017 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 110-127 ◽  
Author(s):  
Charles Teye Amoatey ◽  
Alfred Nii Okanta Ankrah
Keyword(s):  
Road Construction ◽  
Mitigation Measures ◽  
Cost Overrun ◽  
Cost Overruns ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Road ◽  
Integrated Risk ◽  
Road Project ◽  
Road Projects ◽  
Project Delays

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the causes of road construction delays in Ghana and identify appropriate mitigation measures. Design/methodology/approach The initial approach involved an empirical analysis of 48 road projects to quantify the extent of time. This was followed by a survey of the perception of road agency and donor partner officials of the critical causes of road project delays. Findings About 70 per cent of road projects experience delays and 52 per cent experience cost overruns. The average time overrun and cost overruns of road projects in Ghana was 17 months and US$1.15m (or 22.5 per cent), respectively. The five most critical causes of road construction delays were delay in finance and payment of completed work by owner (client-related); inadequate contractor experience (contractor-related); changes in scope by the owner during construction (client-related); delay to furnish and deliver the site to the contractor (client-related); and inflexible funding allocation for project items (donor-related). Research limitations/implications The most critical constraint of this study is the fact that findings are based on only the views of industry professional experts. It may be assumed that despite using broadly used terminology to refer to the causes of project delays, the interpretations by respondents may have differed from those intended. Further research could look at the correlation between time overrun and cost overrun using principle component analysis. Practical implications The identified delay factors are not unique to the road sector. From both academic and practical perspectives, the results emphasizes on the need for a holistic and integrated risk management model for the entire construction industry in Ghana. Originality/value The paper examined the causes of road project delays in the Ghanaian context and recommended remedial measures.

Causes of road projects' delays: a case of Blantyre, Malawi

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Henry Duncan John Mwamvani ◽  
Christopher Amoah ◽  
Emma Ayesu-Koranteng
Keyword(s):  
Service Providers ◽  
Road Construction ◽  
City Council ◽  
Public Utility ◽  
Mitigation Measures ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Road Project ◽  
Road Projects

PurposeThe study aims to find the causes of road projects implementation delays in Blantyre, one of the four city councils (CCs) in Malawi.Design/methodology/approachThe study followed a qualitative research approach using a Blantyre City Council (BCC) as a case study. This study combined in-depth, face-to-face interviews with councillors, secretariat staff, consultants, and contractors who worked on the city's road projects. Data gathered were analysed using thematic content analysis. Also, some road project documents were examined.FindingsThe findings from the case study revealed the primary cause of road project construction delays as the shortage of engineers in conducting detailed proposed projects surveys resulting in incomplete project scope definition before contractor's procurement. Other identified factors were service providers delaying the removal of existing public utility infrastructure from project sites, client funding issues, scope changes, and client delays in issuing instructions to the contractors during project implementation. Another factor was the shortage of construction equipment and construction materials experienced by some appointed contractors.Research limitations/implicationsOnly road construction projects and stakeholders operating from Blantyre city, Malawi, were contacted for the study; thus, the findings may not be generalizable.Practical implicationsThere is an urgent need to increase technical employees, especially engineers and other critical technical staff such as quantity surveyors in Blantyre. Employees' conditions of service should be conducive to attract qualified people to undertake effective management and assessment of projects before commencement to identify the feasibility of proposed projects to decrease the rate of road construction project delays.Originality/valueThe study has established Blantyre city's core challenges in implementing its road projects seamlessly and has provided mitigation measures for dealing with the shortcomings.

scholarly journals Analisis Faktor Dominan yang Mengakibatkan Pembengkakan Biaya oleh Kontraktor pada Proyek Jalan Kabupaten Wonogiri APBD Tahun 2017 dan 2018

CANTILEVER ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 51-57
Author(s):  
Muhammad Nur Sahid ◽  
Anto Budi Listyawan ◽  
Abdul Rochman ◽  
Rim Dzaky Haidar Rim
Keyword(s):  
Cost Overrun ◽  
Cost Overruns ◽  
Late Work ◽  
Project Area ◽  
The Road ◽  
Road Project ◽  
Road Projects ◽  
Asking Questions ◽  
On The Road ◽  
The Cost

The implementation of the road project in Wonogiri Regency was often different between the planning with has be held that making problem for contractor like as late work and cost overrun. Therefore, the purpose of this research is knowing what is cost overrun factors and also amount of cost overruns of the road project in Wonogiri Regency which used APBD 2017 and 2018 experienced by contractor. This research was conducted by asking questions to the contractor who worked on the road project in 2017 and 2018. The analysis of this research has using the SPSS program. Based on the analysis has been done, field regulation become dominant of cost overrun. The lack of provision of field support facilities and the limited size of the project area are the reasons why field regulation factors can be a major factor causing cost overruns on road projects in Wonogiri Regency. Based on the answers from respondents it can be concluded that the contractors who experienced a swelling cost of 1% -5% there were 44 respondents, then for the cost swelling of 6% -10% there were 28 respondents, and 11% -15% there were 2 respondents, and 16% -20% only 1 respondent.

Effect of factors of organizational structure influencing nonphysical waste in road projects of developing countries

2020 ◽  
Vol 27 (10) ◽  
pp. 3135-3153
Author(s):  
Muhammad Irfan ◽  
Muhammad Sohail Anwar Malik ◽  
Syyed Sami Ul Haq Kaka Khel
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Organizational Structure ◽  
The Body ◽  
Management Support ◽  
Cost Overrun ◽  
Cost Overruns ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Road Projects ◽  
Significant Factors

PurposeThe purpose of this research is to rank the most significant factors of organizational structure that can reduce time and cost overruns (nonphysical waste) in road projects of the developing countries. Additionally, the effect of factors of organizational structure on nonphysical waste in road projects is also measured.Design/methodology/approachFactors of organizational structure causing time and cost overrun are extracted through a content analysis of the published literature. Moreover, a questionnaire survey is carried out involving 128 professionals to assess the effect of organizational structure factors on time and cost overrun. Finally, to obtain a more objective evaluation, relative importance index and regression analysis techniques are utilized, and the most severe factors influencing time and cost overrun are indicated.FindingsThis study found out that top management support and procurement procedures are the most significant factors influencing time and cost overruns in road projects of the developing countries.Originality/valueA small number of studies have been conducted to investigate the effect of factors of organizational structure on time and cost overrun in the construction industry. And even more, its relation with respect to road projects of the developing countries is limited. This research highlights the effect of most significant factors of organizational structure that influence the nonphysical waste in road projects of the developing countries. Therefore, this study adds to the body of knowledge by recommending that all the stakeholders of construction project should pay close attention toward these factors to control the enigma of time and cost overrun. It might also prove helpful, if implemented to its full extent, in all the road construction activities undertaken.

scholarly journals Causes of Costs Overrun in Road Construction Project in Oman

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Osama Salim Al Adawi ◽  
Hussin Yahia
Keyword(s):  
Construction Projects ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Road Construction ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Critical Issue ◽  
Cost Overrun ◽  
Cost Overruns ◽  
Road Projects ◽  
And Performance

Cost overrun is a common phenomenon in construction projects of any country, be it in developing or developed countries. This issue is a critical issue that impacts a project's success. It, therefore, needs serious attention from all the participants in the construction project to keep the projects in safe mode, to be completed within its limited cost, time, and performance. Cost overrun has a negative impact on construction project performance, which is because the construction industry is vast and complex. Any difficulty occurring during the project's life cycle leads to other problems in various parts of the project. Studies by many researchers’ cost overruns by literature review, and according to their studies suggested the most cost overrun causes. The aim of this study is to identify the most critical factors leading to cost overruns on road projects in Oman, and then provide suggestions to resolve them.

A system dynamics approach to conceptualise causes of cost overrun of construction projects in developing countries

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard Ohene Asiedu ◽  
Collins Ameyaw
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
System Dynamics ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Mitigation Measures ◽  
Conceptual System ◽  
Cost Overrun ◽  
Interactive Approach ◽  
Cost Overruns ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Using Data

PurposeThis study aimed at developing and empirically testing a system dynamics causal loop (SDCL) model for investigating factors related to the risk of cost overruns, associated with the performance of construction projects in developing countries.Design/methodology/approachUsing data derived from the Ghanaian construction industry (GCI), a conceptual system dynamics model was hypothesised and empirically tested.FindingsSupported by empirical evidence, the study established that the low technical capacity of consultants is the underlying cause of cost overruns in government projects. There is a strong proof of the relationship between the results of the SDCL model and poor contract planning and supervision, change orders, competence of the project team and the lack of effective coordination amongst the contractual parties.Practical implicationsThe final SDCL model has revealed key risk components that would require standard mitigation measures in order to achieve “acceptable success” in construction projects.Originality/valueThe study presents an interactive approach for construction practitioners in developing countries to prioritise the causes of cost overruns in order to initiate quick responses.

Suitability of public-private-partnership procurement method for road projects in Sri Lanka

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 199-213 ◽  
Author(s):  
G.K.M. Dabarera ◽  
B.A.K.S. Perera ◽  
M.N.N. Rodrigo
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Road Construction ◽  
Suitable Model ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Road ◽  
Road Projects ◽  
Mixed Approach ◽  
Selection Factors ◽  
Procurement Method

PurposeGovernments of many developing countries that are unable to develop their infrastructure in order to obtain financial resources prefer to establish public–private partnerships (PPPs) for providing the much-required infrastructure. Time is thus opportune for Sri Lanka, which is also a developing country, to make use of PPPs to develop its road network. The purpose of this paper is, therefore, to identify the PPP models that suit road construction in Sri Lanka.Design/methodology/approachThe study used a mixed approach. The characteristics of road construction, procurement selection factors to be considered in road construction, and the different PPP models that can be used for such procurements were identified through a comprehensive literature synthesis. The findings were validated using expert interviews. A questionnaire survey identified the PPP models that suit road construction in Sri Lanka. The most suitable model among them was identified by ranking the PPP models using procurement selection factors.FindingsBuild–Own–Operate–Transfer was identified as the PPP model that best suits road construction in Sri Lanka. However, investors may not find it attractive because of its high payback period, a result of the low traffic volume in Sri Lanka. Therefore, a PPP model that involves road construction alone will not be feasible in Sri Lanka. It will have to include the construction of other infrastructure as well.Originality/valueThe study identifies a PPP model that best suits the road construction projects in Sri Lanka.

scholarly journals KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS IN UPHOLDING SCOPE CREEP MANAGEMENT IN ROAD PROJECTS

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Jayalath ◽  
◽  
K.K.G.P Somarathna ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Performance Indicators ◽  
Key Performance Indicators ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Cost Overrun ◽  
The Road ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Road Project ◽  
Road Projects ◽  
The Cost ◽  
The Impact

Scope creep has been a day-to-day occurrence in almost every major road project causing a considerable cost overrun with no early dimple. This paper offers a critical appraisal on the dominant causes behind scope creep in the road projects. A comprehensive literature survey was undertaken to explore the factors specifically contributing scope creep and various control measures that are adopted, among other purposes, in at least reducing the impact due to scope creep in the final delivery of road projects. The study included interviews with 15 experts to identify major issues and add their hands-on experience. A questionnaire survey was subsequently administered among 100 industrial personnel having a cost management background in order to evaluate the effectiveness of the key performance indicators (KPIs) in terms of taming scope creep. Results from the study showed that concomitant client instructions on additional features, unclear scope and incremental changes cause scope creep throughout the project. Among 53 KPIs identified, the most effective KPI that enables adequate control of scope creep in road projects is the cost efficiency ratio. The results enable comprehending the causes of scope creep and its resultant net effect on cost control.

Logistics optimisation in road construction project

2017 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 158-179 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sanjay Choudhari ◽  
Amit Tindwani
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Road Construction ◽  
Project Manager ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Road ◽  
Road Project ◽  
Three Stages ◽  
Optimal Movement

Purpose This study aims to assist the project manager in minimising the material logistics cost of road project by planning the optimal movement of aggregate across three stages of supply chain: sourcing, processing and distribution. Design/methodology/approach The paper conceptualises the raw material consumption in a road project as a logistics network distribution problem. A linear programming (LP) formulation is constructed with appropriate decision variables by integrating the three stages of material movement. The series of LP scenarios are solved using an LP solver to decide the optimal movement of the aggregate to be consumed in different layers of road segments. Findings The results obtained from the model show that planning material logistics of an entire road project using optimisation provides substantial saving in logistics costs than using common sense. Further, the magnitude of cost saving improves as the complexity of the model increases in term of enormous feasible options. Practical implications The model shown in this paper may serve as a basis for planning the logistics of raw materials consumed in the road projects. The small improvement in material flows by optimising supply chain shows sensible cost benefit to the project manager and hence control and monitor the overall cost and activities of the project. The output of the model is also expected to help the project team as an input in the decision-making processes such as appropriate material sourcing contract, capacity assessment of material processing facility and transportation planning. Originality/value While the optimisation models are widely used and popular among the many industrial applications, this research shows distinct application of such a model in managing the logistics of the road construction project.

Road project termination and rebidding strategies in Nigeria

2015 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 208-234 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wilson Udo Udofia ◽  
B. H. W. Hadikusumo ◽  
Djoen San Santoso
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Road Construction ◽  
Relevant Information ◽  
Public Project ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Road ◽  
Road Project ◽  
Contractual Obligations

Purpose – This paper aims to identify and examine valid project termination reasons and the rebidding strategies of road construction project. Rebidding strategies is one of the measures to restructure terminated/troubled road construction project. Design/methodology/approach – An instrument which comprised 82 items entitled “Project Termination and Rebidding Strategies in Road Construction Projects in Nigeria” (PTRS) was developed to evaluate 60 randomly sampled road projects using qualified project/site managers and engineers as project respondents for the purpose of securing valid information on the terminated and rebid road construction projects. Mean, standard deviation and factor analysis shall be used as analytical tools in identifying valid termination reasons and rebidding strategies and as well as the relationship between them through regression analysis. Findings – The paper’s findings revealed major project termination reasons and rebidding strategies. It further indicated significant relationship between variables which constitutes project termination reasons and rebidding strategies through regression analysis. Practical implications – The outcome of the paper could be of immense benefits during the procurement phase of public project, especially regarding road construction. Stakeholders involved in the road procurement should seek relevant information concerning the road project reprocurement from the expert prior to contractual obligations. Originality/value – Major challenges confronting the road construction project involve inappropriate procurement practices which frequently culminate into late deliveries of project. Rebidding strategies serve as a model through which cost, time and quality needs of the project client can be reassured in restructuring a terminated/troubled project.

scholarly journals PERHITUNGAN CHANGE ORDER PROYEK JALAN DI BANTEN

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 211
Author(s):  
Mega Waty ◽  
Hendrik Sulistio
Keyword(s):  
Road Construction ◽  
Material Design ◽  
Relative Importance ◽  
Actual Case ◽  
Cost Overruns ◽  
Change Orders ◽  
Importance Index ◽  
Road Project ◽  
Road Projects ◽  
Change Order

ABSTRACTChange orders include a number of variants in the scope of work namely the amount of material, design errors, and price changes. This paper discusses change orders in a road construction project in Banten by investigating the causes, studying their effects on the project, and identifying the beneficiaries. The study used five road projects as actual case studies and the questionnaire used a six-point Likert Scale. To determine the ranking of factors that influence the causes of change orders, the effect of change orders and the factors that benefit from change orders are used the Relative Importance Index (RII) calculation. The most important effects of change orders on projects are found to be schedule delays, cost overruns and disputes. The contractor as the party that benefits the most from the change order is followed by the consultant and then the owner. Keywords: change order; road project; Relative Importance Index (RII) ABSTRAK Change order mencakup sejumlah varian dalam ruang lingkup pekerjaan yakni jumlah material, kesalahan desain, dan perubahan harga. Makalah ini membahas change order dalam proyek konstruksi jalan di Banten dengan menyelidiki penyebab, mempelajari efeknya pada proyek, dan mengidentifikasi pihak-pihak yang diuntungkan. Penelitian menggunakan lima proyek jalan sebagai studi kasus aktual dan Kuisoner menggunakan Skala Likert Enam poin. Untuk mengetahui peringkat faktor yang mempengaruhi penyebab change order, efek change order dan faktor yang diuntungkan dari change order digunakan perhitungan Relative Importance Index (RII). Efek terpenting dari change order pada proyek ditemukan adalah penundaan jadwal, pembengkakan biaya dan perselisihan. Kontraktor selaku pihak yang paling diuntungkan dari change order diikuti oleh konsultan dan kemudian owner.

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