Abstract
One of the issues confronting the construction industry is the continuous inability to
deliver construction projects to contract at agreed time. In view of this, various
techniques and innovations have been introduced by concerned stakeholders in the
quest of delivering projects to the satisfaction of clients and customers, and one of
them is the adoption of time buffer. This study therefore examine various factors
influencing the adoption of time buffer in construction projects with a view to
promoting and maximizing the benefits of the practice in architecture, engineering
and construction industry. From existing literature materials, 12 major factors
influencing the usage of time buffer for construction projects were identified and
adopted. Using purposive sampling, primary data were collected from architects,
construction manager, quantity surveyors, engineers and project managers with
emphasis on their knowledge and understanding of construction process and the
concept of time buffer. Out of the 50 questionnaires administered to these
professionals practicing in government, contracting, consulting and client
establishment, 48 were completed and analysed accordingly...