Substantial Factors Causing Delays in Construction Projects: A Comparative Study Between Pakistan and Turkey

Substantial Factors Causing Delays in Construction Project

Abstract

This research aims to explore the substantial factors causing delays in construction projects in Pakistan and Turkey. It utilizes the Methodology for Construction Delays and Resilience Framework (MCD&RF). Data was collected through a standardized questionnaire. The identified causes of delays fall into nine main categories: builders & developers; contractors; consultants and designers; contract-related issues; finance; planning designing & scheduling; material; labour & equipment; and external factors. The study employs two methods: the Relative Importance Index (RII) and Spearman's rank correlation to analyze the data. The results shed light on the viewpoints of builders & developers, constructors & contractors, and consultants & advisers in Pakistan and Turkey regarding the factors contributing to construction delays. A research study found and concluded that overall substantial reasons for construction delays in each country have been determined, with Pakistan and Turkey having the top ten construction delays. Moreover, the study highlighted that implementing mitigation strategies can help reduce construction delays in Pakistan. Furthermore, a research study recommends establishing a "real-time AI-driven cloud-based communication platform" with the aim of modernizing Pakistan's construction sector through transformation. This model outlines a strategy for promoting information exchange efficiency. Visualizes key aspects of the study with a focus, on enhancing construction coordination while minimizing errors and cost overruns.