Abstract

The study of construction delays has remained the subject of much research, and the construction sector in India is nevertheless beset by reoccurring issues. As a consequence of delineating the most prevalent sources of construction project delays and the core elements that influence to delays, this research provides to the theory and practice of construction scheduling. Because the Indian construction sector's hade tremendous growth in efficiency and quantity over the previous generation, a thorough examination of the reasons of delays and the formation of a common comprehension with industry professionals are vital. The literature research identified 47 distinct reasons of delay; the 25 most commonly reported are grouped as client, contractor, consultant, labour and machinery, inventory, and other associated categories. The opinions of 142 construction experts from client, consultant, and contractor organizations were gathered through a survey. These factors are prioritized using a weighted relevance score that considers both frequency and severity, with the top five being Contractors' financial difficulties. Inadequate planning and scheduling on the part of the entrepreneur, non-payment of invoices or a failure to collect payment for completed work Incompetent site administration and oversight, a high volume of client-requested changes. These findings are significant for reflective practice in the planning and control of building activities. The study's findings will assist the Indian construction community in revising delay causes and realigning project management practices to guarantee projects are completed on schedule.

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