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REVIEW ARTICLE

A Comprehensive Review of the Factors and Strategies to Mitigate Construction Projects Delays in Saudi Arabia

The Open Construction & Building Technology Journal 27 Aug 2024 REVIEW ARTICLE DOI: 10.2174/0118748368318470240806113627

Abstract

Background

The construction industry in Saudi Arabia faces numerous challenges that hinder its progress due to frequent and prolonged project delays.

Objectives

The specific objectives of this study are (1) To analyze the factors contributing to construction project delays in Saudi Arabia, (2) To identify the risk of factors contributing to construction project delays, and (3) To propose strategies to mitigate construction project delays in Saudi Arabia.

Methods

The study reviewed 16 articles to identify and suggest solutions for construction project delays in Saudi Arabia.

Results

There are 140 factors of delay found and seven pose unacceptable risks including delays due to material delivery, delays in approval of submittals, design drawings, shop drawings, and sample materials (making decisions), delays related to subcontractors work, inflation and escalation of material prices (changes in price), lack of coordination with contractors, shortage of construction materials (non-availability of material), and equipment shortages. The risk assessment can be conducted using the Bowtie diagram, scenario analysis, MRM, and MCS separately or collectively to get a new and improved model.

Conclusion

This review will contribute to the development of strategies to enhance the performance of ongoing and future construction projects in the region. Additionally, decision-makers can utilize the outcomes to strategically allocate resources and improve construction project success.

Keywords: Construction delay, Factors, Importance index, Risk management, Saudi Arabia, Strategies.
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