Disputes resolution in construction project: a case of Germiston, South Africa
- Eke, C.C., Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Eke, C.C. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Construction project , Construction dispute , Dispute resolution
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/215188 , uj:21375 , Citation: Eke, C.C., Aigbavboa, C.O & Thwala, W.D. 2016. Disputes resolution in construction project: a case of Germiston, South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: Disputes have become an endemic feature of the South Mrican construction industry. When they are not properly resolved they can escalate causing schedule delays, leading to claims that require litigation proceedings for resolution if arbitration is not present as a clause in the contract thus destroying business relationships. The aim of this paper is to evaluate the most effective dispute resolution methods in the johannesburg construction industry. The methodology used in this study was quantitative research approach and data was collected via a questionnaire well-structured. Findings from the study shows that negotiation was ranked first, followed by arbitration while mini-trial was ranked last in the preferred forms of dispute resolution method in the Germiston construction industry. The study add to the body of knowledge on the method for dispute resolution in construction project; but with specific emphasis on the Germiston construction industry of the Gauteng province of South Africa.
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- Authors: Eke, C.C. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Construction project , Construction dispute , Dispute resolution
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/215188 , uj:21375 , Citation: Eke, C.C., Aigbavboa, C.O & Thwala, W.D. 2016. Disputes resolution in construction project: a case of Germiston, South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: Disputes have become an endemic feature of the South Mrican construction industry. When they are not properly resolved they can escalate causing schedule delays, leading to claims that require litigation proceedings for resolution if arbitration is not present as a clause in the contract thus destroying business relationships. The aim of this paper is to evaluate the most effective dispute resolution methods in the johannesburg construction industry. The methodology used in this study was quantitative research approach and data was collected via a questionnaire well-structured. Findings from the study shows that negotiation was ranked first, followed by arbitration while mini-trial was ranked last in the preferred forms of dispute resolution method in the Germiston construction industry. The study add to the body of knowledge on the method for dispute resolution in construction project; but with specific emphasis on the Germiston construction industry of the Gauteng province of South Africa.
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Performance of construction projectsin the gauteng province of shouth: insight of consultants and contractors
- Eke, C.C., Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Eke, C.C. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Construction industry , Perception , Construction projects
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/215178 , uj:21374 , Citation: Eke, C.C., Aigbavboa, C.O & Thwala, W.D. 2016. Performance of construction projectsin the gauteng province of shouth: insight of consultants and contractors.
- Description: Abstract: The construction industry is increasing in size, technology complexity, interdependencies, and variations in demands from clients. It is of huge significance for an organisation to analyse and identify how well it is performing, and to know the appropriate catalyst that stands to be utilised, to ensure ultimate performance. However, the purpose of this paper is to determine whether there is a difference in the perception of consultants and contractors on the factors affecting the performance of construction projects. The methodology adopted in this research was a quantitative research approach. Data was collected using a questionnaire. The questionnaire aimed at 60 respondents which were civil engineers, quantity surveyors, construction managers, architects, project managers and contractors. Result from the findings revealed that consultants see conformance to specification being more important whereas contractors see, late payment from owner to contractor being more vital.
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- Authors: Eke, C.C. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Construction industry , Perception , Construction projects
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/215178 , uj:21374 , Citation: Eke, C.C., Aigbavboa, C.O & Thwala, W.D. 2016. Performance of construction projectsin the gauteng province of shouth: insight of consultants and contractors.
- Description: Abstract: The construction industry is increasing in size, technology complexity, interdependencies, and variations in demands from clients. It is of huge significance for an organisation to analyse and identify how well it is performing, and to know the appropriate catalyst that stands to be utilised, to ensure ultimate performance. However, the purpose of this paper is to determine whether there is a difference in the perception of consultants and contractors on the factors affecting the performance of construction projects. The methodology adopted in this research was a quantitative research approach. Data was collected using a questionnaire. The questionnaire aimed at 60 respondents which were civil engineers, quantity surveyors, construction managers, architects, project managers and contractors. Result from the findings revealed that consultants see conformance to specification being more important whereas contractors see, late payment from owner to contractor being more vital.
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An investigation of the major causes of failure in construction small businesses : a case study of the Gauteng Province
- Eke, C.C., Aigbavboa, C.O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Eke, C.C. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction industry , Entrepreneurs , Market environment
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/87856 , uj:19634 , Citation: Eke, C.C., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. An investigation of the major causes of failure in construction small businesses : a case study of the Gauteng Province.
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- Authors: Eke, C.C. , Aigbavboa, C.O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction industry , Entrepreneurs , Market environment
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/87856 , uj:19634 , Citation: Eke, C.C., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. An investigation of the major causes of failure in construction small businesses : a case study of the Gauteng Province.
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Common illness that affect the peformance of students in halls Of residence : a case from South Africa
- Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku, Eke, C.C., Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Authors: Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku , Eke, C.C. , Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Common illness , Residence , Performance
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/68879 , uj:17792 , Citation: Thwala, W.D., Eke, C.C. & Aigbavboa, C.O. 2015. Common illness that affect the peformance of students in halls Of residence : a case from South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: Sophiatown residence is one of the residence in University of Johannesburg and this paper present a findings of common illness that affects the performance of the students in the residence. The purpose of the paper is to evaluate the common illness that affects the students’ performance. The data were collected during October and November 2012; and was with the aid of a structured questionnaire. Out of the 150 questionnaires that were distributed, 135 were received back from the students that reside in the residence. Findings from the survey reveal that fatigue/tiredness was the commonest illness students experience and was ranked first from the mean item score table while nausea was ranked last.
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- Authors: Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku , Eke, C.C. , Aigbavboa, C.O.
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Common illness , Residence , Performance
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/68879 , uj:17792 , Citation: Thwala, W.D., Eke, C.C. & Aigbavboa, C.O. 2015. Common illness that affect the peformance of students in halls Of residence : a case from South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: Sophiatown residence is one of the residence in University of Johannesburg and this paper present a findings of common illness that affects the performance of the students in the residence. The purpose of the paper is to evaluate the common illness that affects the students’ performance. The data were collected during October and November 2012; and was with the aid of a structured questionnaire. Out of the 150 questionnaires that were distributed, 135 were received back from the students that reside in the residence. Findings from the survey reveal that fatigue/tiredness was the commonest illness students experience and was ranked first from the mean item score table while nausea was ranked last.
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