Sheet1Note: While we are aware that project delays are caused during detailed engineering stage and statutory approvals, through this study we can identify various reasons for delay (only) in post bid stage till project completionS NOREASON FOR DELAYLevel of impact on duration (Delay)How often this is particular reason found to be cause of delayResponsibility/ source123451234512341Delay in handing over of site2Unforeseen ground conditions3Conflicts between owner and other parties4Improper planning of contractor during bidding stage5Poor means of contracting6Inaccurate specification of site condition7Unrealistic time schedule given in contract8Faulty soil investigation report9Slow decision from owner10Bureaucracy in client's organisation.11Ambiguity in specifications and conflicting interpretation by parties.12Unrealistic inspection and testing methods proposed in contract.13Delay in approval of completed work by client (i.e stage passing)14Delay in approval of shop drawings and samples15Non availability of drawing/ design on time16Consultant or Architect's reluctance for change17Obtaining permissions from local authorities18Poor organizational structure for client or consultant19Financial Constraints of contractor20Delay in running bill payments to the contractor21Inadequate experience of contractor22Poor labour productivity23Lack of control over sub contractor24Frequent change of sub contractor25Poor site management and supervision26Use of improper or obsolete construction methods27Increase in scope of work28Rework due to errors in execution29Rework due to change of design or deviation order30Delay in finalization of rates for extra items31Poor coordination among parties32Delay in material delivery by vendors33Delay in material to be supplied by the owner34Delay in material procurement (action by the contractor)35Change in material prices/ price escalation36Improper storage of materials leading to damaged material when necessary37Inefficient use of equipment38Lack of skilled operators for specialized equipment39Extreme weather conditions40Local political conditions41Restricted access at site42Site accidents due to lack of safety measures43Site accidents due to Negligence44Lack of motivation for contractor( viz. Incentive for early finish etc)45Poor Planning46Changes in Govt regulations and lawsLEGEND1. Very little1.Very rarely1. Client1. Client1. Client1. Client2. Little2.Rarely2.Rarely2.Rarely2.Rarely2.Rarely2.Contractor2.Contractor2.Contractor2.Contractor3.Average3.Some tines2.Rarely2.Rarely2.Rarely2.Rarely3.Consultant3.Consultant3.Consultant3.Consultant4.High4.Often3.Often3.Often3.Often3.Often4.Others4.Others4.Others4.Others5.Very High5.Very often4.Very often4.Very often4.Very often4.Very often

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