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Bingham, E, Gibson, G E and Asmar, M E (2018) Measuring User Perceptions of Popular Transportation Project Delivery Methods Using Least Significant Difference Intervals and Multiple Range Tests. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Chang, C and Yu, S (2018) Three-Variance Approach for Updating Earned Value Management. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
de la Garza, J M and Pishdad-Bozorgi, P (2018) Workflow Process Model for Flash Track Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
El-adaway, I H, Abotaleb, I S, Eid, M S, May, S, Netherton, L and Vest, J (2018) Contract administration guidelines for public infrastructure projects in the United States and Saudi Arabia: comparative analysis approach. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06), 04018031.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: Globalization; Contract administration; Opportunities; Risks;
- ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
- URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0001472
- Abstract:
International construction, where contractors perform works in foreign countries, poses cultural and contractual risks resulting from the dissimilarities in social and legal outlooks. One of the major risks that leads to disputes in such international projects is poor contract administration. Research has been focused toward the cultural risks and ex-post dispute resolution in international construction, missing the important ex-ante dispute avoidance aspect. This paper addresses this knowledge gap with a special focus on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), which is the largest economy in the Middle East and North Africa. The paper does so by providing in-depth—yet practical—contract administration guidelines for U.S. contractors working in public works projects in KSA. The focus was put on KSA because of its economic strength and because KSA’s associated contractual risks are uniquely relevant to those of other countries. To this end, the authors conducted comparative analysis between the Saudi Public Works Contract (PWC) and the U.S. Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) with respect to change orders, extension of time, liquidated damages, differing site conditions, and dispute resolution. Through exhibiting the important contractual and legal considerations that are unique to KSA, the outcomes of this research include: (1) a comparative checklist showing the similarities and differences between the two governmental approaches; and (2) a matrix of relative opportunities and risks of the PWC and FAR. Such an approach of analyzing the Saudi contracting environment from a U.S.-based context has not been undertaken before. As such, the study is beneficial to the U.S. contractor as it facilitates the understanding of the contractual premises in KSA and the associated risks and opportunities. This enhanced understanding will not only improve performance and minimize risks but also promote the contractor’s strategic presence in the global market.
Guo, H, Yu, Y, Ding, Q and Skitmore, M (2018) Image-and-Skeleton-Based Parameterized Approach to Real-Time Identification of Construction Workers’ Unsafe Behaviors. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Ham, N, Moon, S, Kim, J and Kim, J (2018) Economic Analysis of Design Errors in BIM-Based High-Rise Construction Projects: Case Study of Haeundae L Project. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Han, Y, Li, Y, Taylor, J E and Zhong, J (2018) Characteristics and Evolution of Innovative Collaboration Networks in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction: Study of National Prize-Winning Projects in China. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Kosonen, H K and Kim, A A (2018) Mental Model Approach to Wastewater Treatment Plant Project Delivery during Emergency Response. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Kwon, N, Song, K, Lee, H, Kim, J and Park, M (2018) Construction Noise Risk Assessment Model Focusing on Construction Equipment. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Liu, D, Lu, W and Niu, Y (2018) Extended Technology-Acceptance Model to Make Smart Construction Systems Successful. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Liu, X, Song, Y, Yi, W, Wang, X and Zhu, J (2018) Comparing the Random Forest with the Generalized Additive Model to Evaluate the Impacts of Outdoor Ambient Environmental Factors on Scaffolding Construction Productivity. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Liu, Z, Wang, H and Li, H (2018) Model of Equipment Sharing between Contractors on Construction Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Nzabonimpa, J D and Hong, W (2018) Novel Precast Erection Method of Interlocking Mechanical Joints Using Couplers. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Rahimi, Y, Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R, Iranmanesh, S H and Vaez-Alaei, M (2018) Hybrid Approach to Construction Project Risk Management with Simultaneous FMEA/ISO 31000/Evolutionary Algorithms: Empirical Optimization Study. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Raoufi, M and Fayek, A R (2018) Key Moderators of the Relationship between Construction Crew Motivation and Performance. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Shaofeng, L, Jincai, F, Pinghua, Z and Xiang, L (2018) Stability Analysis of Two Parallel Closely Spaced Tunnels Based on Convergence–Confinement Principle. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Sherratt, F, Welfare, K, Hallowell, M and Hoque Tania, M (2018) Legalized Recreational Marijuana: Safety, Ethical, and Legal Perceptions of the Workforce. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Vaux, J S and Kirk, W M (2018) Relationship Conflict in Construction Management: Performance and Productivity Problem. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Walters, J P, Kaminsky, J and Huepe, C (2018) Factors Influencing Household Solar Adoption in Santiago, Chile. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Yoon, S, Kang, K, Yoon, Y, Hastak, M and Ji, R (2018) Systematic Decision-Making Process for Composite Pavement Maintenance. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Yu, J and Leung, M (2018) Structural Stakeholder Model in Public Engagement for Construction Development Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).
Zhao, T, Liu, W, Zhang, L and Zhou, W (2018) Retracted: Cluster Analysis of Risk Factors from Near-Miss and Accident Reports in Tunneling Excavation. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(06).