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Alumbugu, P O (2019) Construction material logistics management: the case of north-central Nigeria, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Binqela, L (2019) The influence of briefing on Eastern Cape government project outcomes, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Camngca, V P (2020) Underutilisation of information communication and technology in the building construction industry case study: Department of Public Works in the Amathole district in the Eastern Cape, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Chigara, B (2018) Integrating sustainability principles in construction health and safety management practices in Zimbabwe, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Gogela, N (2019) Quality in low-cost houses in Nelson Mandela Bay, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Ibrahim, K (2019) A framework for ethical sourcing of construction materials, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Jesumoroti, C O (2018) Motivation of construction workers in the nelson Mandela Bay Metropole, South Africa, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Koopman, K L (2023) Implementation of technological innovations within the South African construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Lombard, D (2019) Critical success factors of South African construction companies, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Lukhele, T M (2023) A systematic risk management model for construction project management: a case study of the new infrastructure project in the University of Mpumalanga, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Mafuya, N (2018) Challenges facing the state of construction health and safety management practices within the Eastern Cape: a case of the Sarah Baartman District, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Mangezi, W (2019) Red tape in upgrading of informal settlements in Nelson Mandela Bay, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Mazondwa, S (2019) The delivery of low-income housing in Sarah Baartman District from 2012 to 2017, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Monyane, T G (2019) A lean-led-evaluation of infrastructure development improvement programme in South Africa, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Motau, S M (2019) Quality of subsidised housing in South Africa and the role of the National Home Builders Registration Council, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Mvandaba, N (2020) Corruption elimination within the public infrastructure sector in the Eastern Cape, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Neethling, J P (2020) Invalid submission of extension of time claims in the South African construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: liability; population; compliance; disputes; employer; sample size; qualitative research; construction project; stakeholder; interview
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- URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/46805
- Abstract:
Most construction projects are delayed in the construction industry due to internal and/or external influences. Proving delay is not a simple task but rather a time-consuming process, as projects consist of numerous activities and a substantial amount of detail, and they interface with the many stakeholders. Several different methods can be used to prove a delay; however, these are academic and are mainly for simple projects. Proving a delay is often difficult for the contractor, who is consistently dealing with multiple project constraints. Therefore, to be effective with an extension of time claim, the contractor must establish causation and liability, and assist in demonstrating the extent of time-related damages experienced as a direct result of the delay events relied upon. The process of recording the delays is dynamic and requires solid knowledge of contract clauses, the ability to distinguish between different types of delays and the capability to identify what constitutes valid evidence. Therefore, a need arises to establish a framework that would assist contractors by standardising their submission. This would contribute to expediting the evaluation and approval process, thus limiting the negative impacts associated with prolonged delay claims. The research obtains a "lived" view from contractors who have participated with EOT claims, therefore, utilising the qualitative research method. The choice of data collection method was semi-structured one-on one face to face interviews. In deriving the findings of the research, the coding scheme techniques were used throughout the research process to manage both the secondary and primary data. The main factors which cause major problems in EOT claims are contractual knowledge, lack of supporting information, contractual compliance, employer inference and the different philosophies of contracts, which often leads to confusion and misinterpretation. There is a lack of awareness and knowledge of the analysis techniques and strategies which could assist in preparing EOT claims, even though there is a substantial amount of literature available. The concept that the industry needs a standardised submission process was welcomed by the participants; the existence of a common strategy would certainly resolve many problems in the submission process, including reducing the number of disputes. There was a consensus among all participants that there is no standard approach to submitting EOT claims in the South African construction industry and exploring a common approach was an idea that was viewed as reasonable and maybe offered a practical solution to address the submission challenges. There were several delimitations to this study. First, the sample only included individuals within the Eastern Cape region. Since the sample size was relatively small, the researcher was cautious when interpreting and generalising the results. Secondly, the targeted population for this research was selected using the purposive sampling method, as opposed to a random sampling, which means that the results of the study cannot be generally applied to a larger population. Lastly, the research was a qualitative study which relied on the interpretations of the researcher based on his understanding of the data collected.
Obiozo, R N (2018) The role of psychosocial recuperative therapy in enhancing construction performance on projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Phalanndwa, S A (2018) Cost and time overruns on Mpumalanga Province infrastructure projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Sisilana, O (2018) Construction company joint ventures in South Africa, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Sisilana, V (2018) Labour and external stakeholder management in construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Taft, G S (2019) The sustainability of small, medium and micro enterprises within the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropole, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Tyindyana, X (2019) The challenges of professional women in a male dominated South African construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Xongo, N (2018) Causes and impacts of delays in low-income housing projects in the greater Nelson Mandela Bay and Buffolo City Municipality, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.