Note: While we are aware that project delays are caused during detailed engineering stage and statutory

approvals, through this

completion

Level of impact on duration (Delay)

S NO REASON FOR DELAY
1 2 3 4
1 Delay in handing over of site
2 Unforeseen ground conditions
3 Conflicts between owner and other parties
4 Improper planning of contractor during bidding stage
5 Poor means of contracting
6 Inaccurate specification of site condition
7 Unrealistic time schedule given in contract
8 Faulty soil investigation report
9 Slow decision from owner
10 Bureaucracy in client's organisation.

Ambiguity in specifications and conflicting interpretation by parties.

11

Unrealistic inspection and testing methods proposed in contract.

12

Delay in approval of completed work by client (i.e stage passing)

13
14 Delay in approval of shop drawings and samples
15 Non availability of drawing/ design on time
16 Consultant or Architect's reluctance for change
17 Obtaining permissions from local authorities
18 Poor organizational structure for client or consultant
19 Financial Constraints of contractor
20 Delay in running bill payments to the contractor
21 Inadequate experience of contractor
22 Poor labour productivity
23 Lack of control over sub contractor
24 Frequent change of sub contractor
25 Poor site management and supervision
26 Use of improper or obsolete construction methods
27 Increase in scope of work
28 Rework due to errors in execution
29 Rework due to change of design or deviation order
30 Delay in finalization of rates for extra items
31 Poor coordination among parties
32 Delay in material delivery by vendors
33 Delay in material to be supplied by the owner

Delay in material procurement (action by the contractor)

34
35 Change in material prices/ price escalation

Improper storage of materials leading to damaged material when necessary

36
37 Inefficient use of equipment
38 Lack of skilled operators for specialized equipment
39 Extreme weather conditions
40 Local political conditions
41 Restricted access at site
42 Site accidents due to lack of safety measures
43 Site accidents due to Negligence

Lack of motivation for contractor( viz. Incentive for early finish etc)
44
45 Changes in Govt regulations and laws

1. Very little
2. Little
3.Average
4.High
5.Very High
ls, through this study we can identify various reasons for delay (only) in post bid stage till project

How often this is particular reason found

on (Delay) Responsibility/ source
to be cause of delay

5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4
 LEGEND
1.Very rarely 1. Client
2.Rarely 2.Contractor
3.Some tines 3.Consultant
4.Often 4.Others
5.Very often