Isang Iw 2011 Investigating The Factors Affecting The Performance Of Construction Projects In Akwa Ibom State A Dissertation In The Department Of Quantity Surveying Faculty Of Environmental Studies University Of Uyo Nigeria Inimbom Walter Isang by Inimbom Walter Isang instant download after payment.

This research work was carried out to investigate the factors affecting the performance of time, cost and quality as well as the effect of poor performances on construction projects in Uyo and Okobo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. To achieve the set objectives of this study, both primary and secondary sources of data collection were employed. The principal form used was a well structured questionnaire which was analysed using index, frequencies and percentages. Analysis of the study reveals that inadequate budget and financial problems, increase in the cost of materials and procurement of low quality materials are the three major factors that affects the performance of time, cost and quality respectively, while abandoning of projects was indicated as the main effect that poor performance has on construction projects. Conflicts and disputes among parties to the contract, professional reputation of the construction team adversely affected and escalation of project cost were also found to be the effect of poor performances on projects. The study concluded by recommending the availability of adequate funds, provision for fluctuations, procurement of specified materials, effective planning and supervision, elimination of politics in construction projects, setting performance targets and adequate communication between clients, consultants and contractors as these will increase the overall performance of construction projects.