Abstract:
The study aims at identifying the factors affecting time overrun in public construction projects in Saudi Arabia from consultants’ viewpoint. To do so, 70 consultants working in public construction completed a structured questionnaire survey and the factors were ranked according to their levels of severity, frequency, and importance. 34 factors were identified through deep literature review and discussion with some local construction experts. The analysis of the identified 34 factors indicates that the top five important factors affecting time overrun in public construction projects are: improper planning, poor labor productivity, additional works, rework, and lack of contractor experience. Results also illustrate that the top five severe factors affecting time overrun in public construction projects in Saudi Arabia are: bid award for lowest price, poor labor productivity, improper planning, additional work, and lack of contractor experience. While the top five frequent factors are: rework, improper planning, changes in material types and specifications during construction, poor contract management, and poor resource management.
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