Causes of Delay in the Construction Industry
- 1 November 1971
- journal article
- Published by American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) in Journal of the Construction Division
- Vol. 97 (2) , 177-187
- https://doi.org/10.1061/jcceaz.0000305
Abstract
The results obtained from a nationwide survey of architects, engineers, and contractors into the causes of construction industry delays are presented. Seventeen items were examined: weather; labor supply; material shortage; equipment failure; finances; manufactured items; construction mistakes; design changes; foundation conditions; permits; shop drawings; sample approvals; building codes; subcontractors; contracts; jurisdictional disputes; and inspections. Those found to be most important are described in an effort to suggest ways to reduce costly delays.Keywords
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