Quantity Surveying Project Topics with available Materials

1) Application Of Remote Sensing And Gis In The Population Study Of Achara Layout Enugu, Enugu State, Nigeria

This project is an attempt to study population distribution in Achara Layout Enugu, in Enugu State through integration of Remote sensing and Geographic Information System (GIS). The Remote sensing data used in this study included high spatial resolution Quick Bird imagery. Questionnaires were given out for use in generating the desired... Continue Reading

2) Biochemical Analysis Of Adulterants In Milk

Work on finding the milk quality and Adulterants present in the milk for decreasing their quality and increasing quantity.... Continue Reading

3) As-built Surveying For The Facility Retrofitting Of An Offshore Gas Plant Using Leica Scanstation 2 High Definition Surveying Instrument

  3D as-built models have been utilized over the years as an aid to several engineering activities and there are conventional survey methods; e.g. Total Station ray method, photogrammetric technique etc., with which the data required for these models are generated. These methods have proven not to be optimal in capturing datasets required... Continue Reading
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4) Assessment Of Construction Management Techniques In Nigeria Construction Industry

  Construction Management is the art of directing and coordinating human and material resources throughout the life of a construction project by using modern construction management techniques to achieve predetermined objectives of scope, cost, time, and quality and participation satisfaction. Project management in construction... Continue Reading

5) Cost Control Techniques Used On Building Construction Sites In Uganda

Many projects in Uganda and the world over have suffered from cost and time overruns due to factors stemming from poor cost control during the design and project implementation stages. Research aimed at studying the cost control techniques being used in Uganda was done on a selection of 130 contractors involved in the construction of... Continue Reading

6) An Appraisal Of The Quantity Surveyors Cost Control Activities In Nigeria Construction Industry

It is interesting to bring to light the demands challenges and development in the twenty-first century the key role of the quantity surveying profession in the economic with emphasis on an appraisal of the quantity surveyor cost control in Nigeria construction industry. The work shall attempt to explore the quantity surveyor who is... Continue Reading

7) Comparative Study Of Relevancy Of Higher National Diploma And Bachelor Of Science Training To Core Quantity Surveying Practices

Deployment of appropriate skills and competencies is crucial and germane to the development and continuous relevance of any profession. In the built environment, the art of selecting the required skills and competencies expected of quantity surveyors and understanding the inherent dependencies between them remains a research issue. The... Continue Reading

8) Factors Influencing The Cost Planning Of Public Building Project

The importance of accurate estimate during the early stage of cost planning of capital project has been widely recognized for many years. Even so, very few quantitative method are available that enable estimators and business managers to objectively evaluate the accuracy of early estimates and planning. The primary purpose of this study... Continue Reading

9) Potentialities Of Whistleblowing In Dealing With Unethical Practices In The Nigeria Construction Industries

Construction industry is a very challenging and complex sector. The ability to control and communicate with various stages, process and parties to meet the project objectives are not an easy job and these responsibilities are on the professionals shoulders. Besides that, the professionals are also facing their own crisis and dilemma as an... Continue Reading

10) An Assessment Of Building Collapse In Nigeria (edo State As A Study Area)

The age-less interaction between man and his built environment has always had positive and negative impacts on the two. Environmental disaster of varying origin from man-made to natural is one of the most negative effects of the built environment on man. An assessment of the magnitude of these disasters and an evaluation of the existing... Continue Reading

11) Impact Of Cash Flow And Resource Control In Construction Projects And Delivery

Construction projects are complex and risky. According to the literature, even profitable construction companies can fail due to poor cash flow. In order to survive in this rapidly changing environment, effective cash flow management is essential. Many unforeseen factors affect a construction project’s cash flow. The objective of the... Continue Reading

12) Factors Affecting Estimating Accuracy In Building Construction

The importance of estimating process when dealing with construction projects cannot be over- emphasized. That is why, the greatest problem facing Quantity Surveying practice globally is that of achieving a correlation between conceptual estimate and the final project cost which is often used by some employers to determine the efficiency... Continue Reading

13) Assessment Of Risk Management Practices Amongst Quantity Surveyors In The Nigerian Construction Industry

: The construction industry requires continuous evaluation and  formulation of risk management index, but Nigeria is yet to introduce a risk  rating tool for the industry. This paper therefore assessed risk management  practice in Nigeria construction industry and establishes Risk Management  Index (RMI). Structural questionnaire were... Continue Reading

14) An Investigation On Utilization Of Qs Based Softwares

CHAFTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGRUOND TO THE STUDY According to (Oyediran & Odusami, 2005). The explosive growth of the information andcommunication technology (ICT) has gained unquantified impact on business systemsand   processes.   However,   global   acceptance   and   widespread   adoption   of   ICT   hasaccelerated the... Continue Reading

15) Assessment On Affordability Of Federal Housing Estate

CHAPTER ONEINTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY   Housing can be defined as buildings or structures that individuals and theirfamily may live in that meet certain federal regulations. Housing provision policiesand approaches have long been implemented in many developing nations in a bid toenhance its affordability as an inevitable human need... Continue Reading

16) The Impact Of Economic Recession On Public Project Delivery In Ekiti State, Nigeria

This study identified the impact of economic recession on public project delivery Ekiti state,Nigeria. Economic recession is a barrier to the completion of a project delivery. Thisisacommonissueencounteredin the construction industry across the globe most especially in the developing countries. Ekiti-State,more than15% of construction... Continue Reading

17) Topographical Surveying Of Government Technical Collage Idah Kogi State

ABSTRCT This project aimed purposely at the production of topographic plan of Government technical college idah Kogi State. The following surveying methods are carried out to achieve this project. A reconnaissance surveying of the area to be survey was carried out before other topographical surveying method was carried out total station traversing... Continue Reading

18) Assessment Of Environmental Impact Of Construction Works (a Case Study Of Road Of Oke-onigbin Via Isin To Oba Isin L.g.a. In Kwara State)

The project works tends to analyse the environmental impact Assessment of construction works, a case study of the road construction in Oke-Onigbin via Isin LGA of kwara state. Chapter one introduce the topic and the aim and objective, chapter two states the review of related literatures and various effects of construction work and methods... Continue Reading

19) The Impact Of Project Management Services On Building Construction Project (a Case Study Of Ibadan Metropolis)

   The need for the Nigerian construction industry to move away from the traditional forms of project procurement and embrace project management services cannot be over emphasized.  This is as a result of the importance of capital projects to the development of a young nation.  This study investigated the impact of project management... Continue Reading

20) Assessment Of The Usage Of Ict Tool In The Development Of Construction Industry In Nigeria (a Case Study Of Practicing Firms In Lagos State)

The construction industry is so hierarchical and fragmented in nature that some of the major participants do not consider themselves to be part of the same industry (Hindle, 2000).  This requires close coordination among a large number of specialized but interdependent organizations and individuals to achieve the cost, time and quality... Continue Reading

21) Effect Of Quality Culture On Building Construction Project In Nigeria: A Case Study Of Kwara State

Research aim and objective Research question Research hypothesis Delimitation and Scope of the study Definition of Terms4 Chapter Two: Literature Review  The Construction Industry 6        Culture 6 Quality 8 Key performance indicators (KPI)9 Quality Culture9      Element of quality culture  Factors affecting the maintenance of quality... Continue Reading

22) A Proposal On Assessment Of Risk On Road Projects In Nigeria Construction Industry (a Case Study Of Lagos Metropolis)

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23) The Comparative Analysis Of Recreational Facilities For Housing Estates (a Case Study Of Adewole Housing Estate, Ilorin Kwara State)

TABLE OF CONTENTS Title page Certification Dedication Acknowledgment Abstract Table of contents List of Maps List of Tables List of Figures List of Plate’s CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION 1.1 Introduction 1-2 1.2 Statement of problems 2 1.3 Aims of the project 3 1.4 Objective of the study 3 1.5 Justification 3-4 1.6 Scope and Limitation 4 1.7 Project... Continue Reading

24) An Investigation On Utilization Of Qs Based Softwares

CHAFTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGRUOND TO THE STUDY According to (Oyediran & Odusami, 2005). The explosive growth of the information andcommunication technology (ICT) has gained unquantified impact on business systemsand processes. However, global acceptance and widespread adoption of ICT hasaccelerated the dimensions of competition not only... Continue Reading

25) Assessment On Affordability Of Federal Housing Estate

CHAPTER ONEINTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY Housing can be defined as buildings or structures that individuals and theirfamily may live in that meet certain federal regulations. Housing provision policiesand approaches have long been implemented in many developing nations in a bid toenhance its affordability as an inevitable human need... Continue Reading

26) An Investigation On Utilization Of Qs Based Softwares

CHAFTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGRUOND TO THE STUDY According to (Oyediran & Odusami, 2005). The explosive growth of the information andcommunication technology (ICT) has gained unquantified impact on business systemsand processes. However, global acceptance and widespread adoption of ICT hasaccelerated the dimensions of competition not only... Continue Reading

27) Assessment On Affordability Of Federal Housing Estate

CHAPTER ONEINTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY Housing can be defined as buildings or structures that individuals and theirfamily may live in that meet certain federal regulations. Housing provision policiesand approaches have long been implemented in many developing nations in a bid toenhance its affordability as an inevitable human need... Continue Reading

28) Cost Control Techniques Used On Building Construction Sites In Uganda

Many projects in Uganda and the world over have suffered from cost and time overruns due to factors stemming from poor cost control during the design and project implementation stages. Research aimed at studying the cost control techniques being used in Uganda was done on a selection of 130 contractors involved in the construction of... Continue Reading

29) Assessment Of Construction Management Techniques In Nigeria Construction Industry

Construction Management is the art of directing and coordinating human and material resources throughout the life of a construction project by using modern construction management techniques to achieve predetermined objectives of scope, cost, time, and quality and participation satisfaction. Project management in construction encompasses... Continue Reading

30) Cost Control Techniques Used On Building Construction Sites In Uganda

Many projects in Uganda and the world over have suffered from cost and time overruns due to factors stemming from poor cost control during the design and project implementation stages. Research aimed at studying the cost control techniques being used in Uganda was done on a selection of 130 contractors involved in the construction of... Continue Reading

31) Assessment Of Construction Management Techniques In Nigeria Construction Industry

Construction Management is the art of directing and coordinating human and material resources throughout the life of a construction project by using modern construction management techniques to achieve predetermined objectives of scope, cost, time, and quality and participation satisfaction. Project management in construction encompasses... Continue Reading

32) The Impact Of Economic Recession On Public Project Delivery In Ekiti State, Nigeria

This study identified the impact of economic recession on public project delivery in Ekiti State, Nigeria. Economic recession is a barrier to the completion of a project delivery. This is a common issue encountered in the construction industry across the globe most especially in the developing countries. In Ekiti-State, more than 15% of... Continue Reading

33) Impact Of Cash Flow And Resource Control In Construction Projects And Delivery

Construction projects are complex and risky. According to the literature, even profitable construction companies can fail due to poor cash flow. In order to survive in this rapidly changing environment, effective cash flow management is essential. Many unforeseen factors affect a construction project’s cash flow. The objective of the... Continue Reading

34) Factors Affecting Estimating Accuracy In Building Construction

The importance of estimating process when dealing with construction projects cannot be over- emphasized. That is why, the greatest problem facing Quantity Surveying practice globally is that of achieving a correlation between conceptual estimate and the final project cost which is often used by some employers to determine the efficiency... Continue Reading

35) An Assessment Of Building Collapse In Nigeria (edo State As A Study Area)

The age-less interaction between man and his built environment has always had positive and negative impacts on the two. Environmental disaster of varying origin from man-made to natural is one of the most negative effects of the built environment on man. An assessment of the magnitude of these disasters and an evaluation of the existing... Continue Reading

36) Assessment Of Risk Management Practices Amongst Quantity Surveyors In The Nigerian Construction Industry

: The construction industry requires continuous evaluation and formulation of risk management index, but Nigeria is yet to introduce a risk rating tool for the industry. This paper therefore assessed risk management practice in Nigeria construction industry and establishes Risk Management Index (RMI). Structural questionnaire were administered to... Continue Reading

37) Potentialities Of Whistleblowing In Dealing With Unethical Practices In The Nigeria Construction Industries

Construction industry is a very challenging and complex sector. The ability to control and communicate with various stages, process and parties to meet the project objectives are not an easy job and these responsibilities are on the professionals shoulders. Besides that, the professionals are also facing their own crisis and dilemma as an... Continue Reading

38) Factors Influencing The Cost Planning Of Public Building Project

The importance of accurate estimate during the early stage of cost planning of capital project has been widely recognized for many years. Even so, very few quantitative method are available that enable estimators and business managers to objectively evaluate the accuracy of early estimates and planning. The primary purpose of this study... Continue Reading

39) Comparative Study Of Relevancy Of Higher National Diploma And Bachelor Of Science Training To Core Quantity Surveying Practices

Deployment of appropriate skills and competencies is crucial and germane to the development and continuous relevance of any profession. In the built environment, the art of selecting the required skills and competencies expected of quantity surveyors and understanding the inherent dependencies between them remains a research issue. The... Continue Reading

40) An Appraisal Of The Quantity Surveyors Cost Control Activities In Nigeria Construction Industry

It is interesting to bring to light the demands challenges and development in the twenty-first century the key role of the quantity surveying profession in the economic with emphasis on an appraisal of the quantity surveyor cost control in Nigeria construction industry. The work shall attempt to explore the quantity surveyor who is... Continue Reading

41) Topographical Surveying Of Government Technical Collage Idah Kogi State

ABSTRCT This project aimed purposely at the production of topographic plan of Government technical college idah Kogi State. The following surveying methods are carried out to achieve this project. A reconnaissance surveying of the area to be survey was carried out before other topographical surveying method was carried out total station traversing... Continue Reading

42) A Study Of Quantity Surveyor's Perception On Facility In The Niger Delta Area Of Nigeria

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Construction of a project consists of the integration of professionals, contractors and client(s) and the other participants, manufacturers, suppliers and government bodies.          Walker (2002) affirmed that construction industry is essentially a service industry whose responsibility is... Continue Reading

43) A Study Of Quantity Surveyor's Perception On Facility Management In The Niger Delta Area Of Nigeria

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Construction of a project consists of the integration of professionals, contractors and client(s) and the other participants, manufacturers, suppliers and government bodies.          Walker (2002) affirmed that construction industry is essentially a service industry whose responsibility is... Continue Reading

44) An Investigation Into Design Errors And It's Impact On Initial Cost Of A Construction Project

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY When asked to define 'design error,' not all disciplines in the construction process agree on a common definition. Depending on which discipline you address, the owner, the designer or the contractor there will be a common understanding... Continue Reading

45) The Impact Of Cost Control Techniques On Construction Projects Delivery

1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY It is a known fact that the Nigerian construction industry continues to occupy an important position in the nation's economy even though it contributes less than the manufacturing or other service industries, (Aibinu and Jagboro, 2002). The contribution of the... Continue Reading

46) Assessment Of The Impact Of Work Environment On The Productivity Of Construction Skilled Workers

Management has a great effect on the job-site performance of construction skilled workers. This paper discusses 'An assessment of the impact of work environment on the construction skilled workers in Imo State, Nigeria. It was carried out with the aim of assessing the efficiency and... Continue Reading

47) A Survey Of Cost Estimating Practices Of Construction Contractors

Cost estimating is a key activity in quantity surveying profession and in contractor's organisation. The research work is to investigate into current cost estimation practices of contractors in Akwa Ibom state. The objectives were to identify the techniques used in cost estimating by the... Continue Reading

48) Project Financing: Challenges And The Way Forward

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1       Background of the Study The construction industry is an established industry: the sector regarded as a catalyst for growth while its performance serves as a nation's economy (Aibinu, & Jagboro, 2002). It comprises of building, civil and engineering... Continue Reading

49) Comparative Assessment Of Factors Affecting Cost Of Industrialized Building And Conventional Building System In Nigeria

  ABSTRACT The main aim of this research work is to compare the factors affecting cost of industrialized building and conventional building system in Nigeria. The research method used in collecting data was through the use of questionnaire administered to construction professionals in Nigerian construction industry. Seventy questionnaires were... Continue Reading

50) Investigation Into The Effectiveness Of Total Quality Management (tqm) In The Nigerian Construction Industry

  ABSTRACT The complex nature of the construction project and the unstable nature of Nigerian economy result in cost escalation of construction materials and equipments and untimely completion of project make it necessary to employ the use of project management practices Nigeria. Investigations were carried out through administration of... Continue Reading

51) A Study On The Trends In Building Cost In Nigeria

  CHAPTER ONE 1.0     INTRODUCTION The dictionary definition of trends simply means “to move or extend in a specific direction” (Long Man Family Dictionary) also trends simply means “a general direction in which a situation is changing or developing” (Advance Learner’s Dictionary). Leaning on, this definition of “trends” thus the... Continue Reading

52) Assessment Of Tue Factors Mitigating The Effective Preparation Of Cost Estimate At Tile Design Stage

  ABSTRACT This research assesses the factors mitigating the effective preparation of cost estimates at the design stage Accurate cost estimates are crucial to the effrctive realization of construction projects. This research is aimed at examining the factors affecting accuracy of pre-lender cost estimate in Abuja, with a view to improving the... Continue Reading

53) Comparative Analysis Of Life Cycle Costing Of Alternative Roof Covering Materials In Residential Building Construction

  ABSTRACT The aim of this research is to analyzed and compare the life cycle cost of alternative root covering materials, Zink coat roofing sheet materials, corrugated Asbestos cement roofing materials, concrete decked roof materials, and long span aluminum roofing materials were considered in this research work with the objectives to determine... Continue Reading

54) Investigation Into The Adoption Of Knowledge Management (km) In The Nigerian Industry Construction Industry

  ABSTRACT The main Aim of this research is to investigate the Adoption of knowledge management in the Nigeria construction industry. The research examined the area of the construction industry that will improve as a result of the contribution of knowledge management. Data for the analysis were collected through questionnaire Administration on... Continue Reading

55) As-built Survey Of Medium Density Layout

CHAPTER ONE 1.0   INTRODUCTION As-built survey has been an essential element in the development of the human environment since the beginning of recorded history. It is performed to verify that a particular improvement on a parcel of land has been built according to the proposed design plans, specifications and setback requirement. It shows how... Continue Reading

56) The Effect Of Technology In The Field Of Quantity Surveying And How It Affect Cost, Labour And Time

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1   BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY The construction industry has recently witnessed a paradigm shift from traditional paper-based method of service delivery to electronic information exchange using Information Technology (IT), at least in the western world like UK. It is now evident that the adoption of Information Technology... Continue Reading

57) Assessment Of Factors Affecting Contractors Tender For Construction Projects In Nigeria

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Shash (1993) explains that a construction company can either negotiate with the client or use a competitive tendering process to obtain a contract. Fu and Drew (2002) suggest that competitive tendering is the most common method used for contractor selection. In competitive tendering process, a... Continue Reading

58) The Effect Of Timely Delivery Of Construction Projects On The Economic Development Of Nigeria

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Time impacts are inevitable on construction projects, primarily because of the uniqueness of each project and the limited resources of time and money that can be spent on planning, executing and delivering the project.  Time factors are inherent... Continue Reading

59) The Effect Of Motivation Of Labour, Cost And Productivity On Nigerian Construction Industry

THE EFFECT OF MOTIVATION OF LABOUR COST AND PRODUCTIVITY ON NIGERIA CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY ABSTRACT Motivation is considered as an important tool for enhancing worker’ productivity. Construction sector is not an exception. It has been empirically established that motivation has positive impact on construction worker’s productivity. Moreover,... Continue Reading

60) An Investigation Into Risk Management Practices Amongst Quantity Surveyors In The Construction Industry Of Nigeria

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Quantity surveying is concerned with controlling and managing construction projects. The Nigerian construction industry is faced with uncertainties. With construction targets not being met and high rate of abandoned construction projects, there is great need for proper risk assessment and... Continue Reading

61) Analysis Of The Impact Of Feasibility/viability Study On Capital Project Development In Nigeria

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Until relatively recently, the discipline of development appraisal has remained the provenance of surveyors and developers. It largely been ignored by other participants in the development process, particularly planners, architects and construction specialists. This is now changing. Close... Continue Reading

62) Application Of Geoinformatics Techniques In Controlling Flooding In Vulnerable Roads And Buildings In Nigeria

Background to the Study The acronym GIS stands for geographic information system, it is a system which allows a capture, updating and displaying of a number of previously unconnected dataset bringing them into a common reference system for spatial analysis from which relationship can be identified and decisions made (Sowton... Continue Reading

63) The Role Of Legal Assessment On Tender Of Contracts In Nigeria

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY It is a paradox that Nigeria is a rich country inhabited by the poor. Her poverty profile in statistical figures according to a recent study indicates that Nigeria is poverty endemic. Poverty incidence increased between 1980 and 1985 and between 1992 and 1996. The trend also shows that there has... Continue Reading

64) An Assessment Of The Effect Of Organizational Culture On The Performance Of Quantity Surveying Firms In Nigeria

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1   BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY Organizational culture defines the way employees complete tasks and interact with each other in an organization. The cultural paradigm comprises various beliefs, values, rituals and symbols that govern the operating style of the people within a company. Corporate culture binds the workforce... Continue Reading

65) As-built Survey Of Medium Layout

CHAPTER ONE 1.0   INTRODUCTION As-built survey has been an essential element in the development of the human environment since the beginning of recorded history. It is performed to verify that a particular improvement on a parcel of land has been built according to the proposed design plans, specifications and setback requirement. It shows how... Continue Reading

66) The Effect Of Technology In The Field Of Quantity Surveying And How It Affect Cot, Labour And Time

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1   BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY The construction industry has recently witnessed a paradigm shift from traditional paper-based method of service delivery to electronic information exchange using Information Technology (IT), at least in the western world like UK. It is now evident that the adoption of Information Technology... Continue Reading

67) Effect Of Population Growth On Land Resources Development

This study is focused on the “effect of population growth on land resources development”. A case study in Aba urban of Abia state. It is a comprehensive research on the course of population growth problems, and benefits of the growth on land development. There is no doubt that at present, there is link between development and... Continue Reading

68) The Review Of Challenges And Prospect Of Public Procurement Act 2007 In The Execution Of Construction Projects In Nigeria

In the public procurement system in Nigeria has over the years been abused leading to cost inflation, delay in project delivery, poor quality of work, and project abandonment. The aim of this study is to examine the impact of the due process policy on construction projects delivery in Nigeria. Data were collected using a structured... Continue Reading

69) A Survey Of The Effect Of Mortgage Institutions In The Provision Of Affordable And Sustainable Housing In Nigeria

A SURVEY OF THE EFFECT OF MORTGAGE INSTITUTIONS IN THE PROVISION OF AFFORDABLE AND SUSTAINABLE HOUSING IN NIGERIA CHAPTER ONE 1.0     INTRODUCTION 1.1     BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: Housing provides more than shelter for man because it encompasses all social services and utilities that are needed for a livable environment in order for any... Continue Reading

70) An Analysis Of The Trends Of Foreign Direct Investment Inflows In The Nigerian Construction Sector

The construction sector occupies a focal position in the economy of any nation because it is an important contributor to the process of development (Aje, 2008). In the conduct of economic activities, the construction sector is always used by government as the stimulus for the buoyancy of the economy (Akindoyemi, 2011). The construction... Continue Reading

71) Developing A Harmonised Framework For Construction Craft Skills Training In Nigeria

Several studies on construction craft skills have identified a number of problems including ineffective training as responsible for shortages of craftsmen in the construction industry. In Nigeria, the problem of training craftsmen has been attributed to lack of a harmonised training framework. This research therefore examined existing... Continue Reading

72) Empirical Determination Of Labour Outputs For Block Laying

Th e  source and nature of output constants used for preparation of construction estimates should be accurate and reliable for the client to have confidence on the prepared estimates. This research is focused on using time study approach to empirically determine the outputs of block laying work items inconstruction industry. The study... Continue Reading

73) Risk Identification And Assessment In Housing Development Projects Using Analytical Hierarchical Process

CHAPTER ONE 1.0               INTRODUCTION 1.1               Background to the Study The Construction industry in Nigeria, although generally accepted as very active, is relatively small contributing only about 1.8% to 3% to the Nigeria‟s Gross Domestic Product (NBS, 2013). The industry provides employment opportunity... Continue Reading

74) An Appraisal Of Performance Measurement Practice Of Construction Firms In Anigeria

Performance measurement is crucial to the construction industry in order to improve the performance of the industry and most importantly achieve continuous improvement. The traditional approach to performance measurement has been criticised severally resulting to an evolution that brought about contemporary performance measurement... Continue Reading

75) An Assessment Of User Satisfaction With Public Private Partnership (ppp) Projects

Government at all levels are forced to prioritise and restrict public expenditures due to budget deficits and the inefficient management of large infrastructure projects. Due to the shortage of resources for healthcare delivery leading to decline in the quality of care, there is considerable interest in PPP initiatives for the provision... Continue Reading

76) An Empirical Determination Of Labour Output For Wall Tiles

Productivity is one of the important elements in construction planning and scheduling. However, construction industries in Nigeria are currently lacking in data with regard to productivity of the building’s construction activities especially in tiling works. The focus of the study was to use work study approach to empirically establish... Continue Reading

77) Assessment Of Knowledge Management Capabilities Of The Nigerian Quantity Surveying Firms

Knowledge Management (KM) capabilities provide the supportive structure required to share knowledge within the context in which it is required in an organizations. Previous researches have shown that at least more than half of failed KM initiatives and the problem of ineffective KM occur as a result of firms not assessing their... Continue Reading

78) Framework For Determining Performance Of Construction Projects In Northern Nigeria

Several researches have been carried out in order to develop frameworks for determining performance of construction projects which were mostly based on Traditional criteria (i.e. cost, time and quality) only. And researches have highly criticized the use of traditional criteria only while determining construction project performance due... Continue Reading

79) Modelling Building Construction Durations In Nigeria

Following widespread acceptance by researchers that the effects of qualitative/managerial construction time-influencing factors need to be considered in project scope-based construction time predicting models, several multivariate models combining project scope and qualitative/managerial factors have been developed. However, it has been... Continue Reading

80) Performance Evaluation Of Primary Health Care (phc) Buildings

Existing studies have established that the physical characteristics of buildings have significant influence on occupants’ satisfaction. However, studies has shown that the conventional ways that public hospital buildings in Nigeria are designed have contributed to stress, depression and anxieties because of loss of privacy, control over... Continue Reading

81) Assessment Of Project Planning Practices And Its Impact On Contractors Profitability

The increased complexity of the society and high level of competition in the construction industry has made it imperative for contractors, project managers and construction companies to carry out serious planning in order to ensure project success and profits. This work examined project planning impact on a contractor’s profitability.... Continue Reading

82) Investigating The Effectiveness Of Insurance As Risk Management Tool In Construction Industry

The nature of construction business is risk versed. Most forms of construction contract recognized the use of insurance as risk management tool. Few studies however, evaluates its effectiveness as risk management tool. This study investigated the efficacy of insurance in curbing risks in construction project delivery. The objectives were... Continue Reading

83) Costs Of Health And Safety Management In Building Sites

The construction industry is inherently hazardous. Thus, there is a need to make the construction site a safe place to work although the poor safety record remains a concern. The determination of the aggregate costs of health and safety programmes is considered a leap for achieving construction safety in construction project delivery.... Continue Reading

84) Assessment Of Factors Affecting Building Contractors’ Selection

Abstract The main aim of this study is to identify the significant factors for contractor selection in Nigeria using factor analysis. The study was also to find the preferred criteria for evaluation and selection of contractors in Nigeria. The selection of the most appropriate... Continue Reading

85) Effects Of Preliminary Estimate On Final Account Of Building Projects

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1       Background of the Study Ever since the dawn of civilization, man has indulged in some form of construction activity. Even in ancient times, man created architectural Marvels which came to be regarded as wonders of the world including the pyramids of Egypt, the Great Wall of China, and the tower of Babel... Continue Reading

86) Causes And Effects Of Design Variation In Road Construction Projects

Variation is one of the most severe problems in the construction industry. This variation occurs in every construction project and the magnitude of these variations varies considerably from project to project. As such, the client had to spend more than what was initially estimated in most cases, sometimes, disputes and unnecessary delays... Continue Reading

87) Assessment Of The Survival Practices Of Quantity Surveying Firms In A Recessed Economy

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1      Background to the study The construction industry plays an important role in a nation’s economy and its activities are also vital to the achievement of national socio-economic development goals of providing shelter, infrastructure and employment. According to Aibinu and Jagboro (2002) the construction... Continue Reading

88) The Effect Of Contract Planning On Construction Project Performance

This study examines contract planning on construction projects from clients’ perspective and its effects on performance. The objectives are to determine the contract planning practices applied in the Nigerian construction industry, assess the awareness and usage of contract planning tools and techniques applied by clients on... Continue Reading

89) Influence Of Estimating Practice On Cost Performance Of Building Projects

This study determined the influence of estimating practice on cost performance of building projects. The objectives were to identify the estimating practices used by cost consultants, appraise the critical factors influencing estimating practice used, and to determine the influence of estimating practice on cost performance. The study... Continue Reading

90) Evaluating The Role Of Quantity Surveyors In Sustainable Infrastructures Development

The world over, a vast number of developing countries are trying to achieve sustainable economic growth in every sector and more equitable distribution of the benefits of growth. The United Nations millennium development goals have identified key areas for development which also embrace environmental development. It forms part of its... Continue Reading

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