An Evaluation of Factors Predisposing Building Elements to Variation in Nigeria
Abstract: The construction
industry has been consistently criticized for poor performance in attaining
clients’ requirements. The study, thus, assessed the factors predisposing
building elements to variation with a view to providing cost-design information
that enhance construction project delivery, that is, on-time completion of
project within budget. The building elements considered in this study include
substructure, frame, upper floors, and roof. Data were collected using
well-structured questionnaires administered on professionals in consulting
firms, contracting firms, and client organizations in Lagos metropolis. Data
analysis was done using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results of
the analysis revealed nine factors through factor analysis that predispose
substructure to variation, seven factors predispose frame, six factors
predispose upper floors, and seven factors predispose roofs to variation during
construction process in Nigeria.
Author: Babatunde, S.O.,
Babalola, M.O., Jagboro, G.O, Opawole, A.
Journal Code: jptsipilgg130007
