An investigation on the impact of subcontracting system on the eventual quality of construction facilities in Swaziland - an exploratory study
- Mashwama, N. X., Musonda, I.
- Authors: Mashwama, N. X. , Musonda, I.
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Construction industry - Swaziland - Subcontracting , Construction industry - Swaziland
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/55254 , uj:16271 , Citation: Mashwama, N.X. & Musonda, I. 2014. An investigation on the impact of subcontracting system on the eventual quality of construction facilities in Swaziland - an exploratory study. In: Emuze, F.A. & Aigbavbova, C.A. (eds.), Conference proceedings : TG59 "People in construction" Conference, 6-8 April 2014, Port Elizabeth, South Africa:191-200. , ISBN: 978-1-920176-98-3
- Description: Abstract: The construction industry is a key sector in the development and economic growth of Swaziland, however, the industry has not escaped the challenges facing other countries worldwide in terms of delivering construction projects of good quality as stipulated in the contracts. This paper assess the extent to which subcontracting in Swaziland has contributed to the apparent poor quality workmanship in the construction industry. The data used in this paper were derived from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data was collected via a detailed review of related literature. The primary data was collected through a well-structured questionnaire which was distributed to construction stakeholders namely: Contractors, Sub-contractors, client (Government), Consultant representatives (Quantity Surveyors, Architects, Civil engineers, Project Managers and Electrical and mechanical Engineer). Only organisations registered with the ministry of public works and transport in Swaziland and other professional bodies were surveyed.100 questionnaires were distributed and 80 were completed and returned and used for the survey, it represented 80% response rate. Data received from the questionnaires was analysed using descriptive statistics procedures. Key findings from the study revealed that the major factors affected by subcontracting are poor quality, material wastage,high level of reworks and level of disputes and conflict. Major factors contributing to poor quality problems in costructed facilities were the superior/subordinate relationship, delayed payment from main contractor, poor relationship betwen main contractor and lack of subcontractor training. Findings on how quality can be improved in subcontracted projects were skilled workforce, training and education, good communication between parties and management commitments were major key. Investigating the extent to which subcontracting in Swaziland has constributed to the apparent poor quality workmanship in the construction industry will provide knowlegde on the problem and hence the study.
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- Authors: Mashwama, N. X. , Musonda, I.
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Construction industry - Swaziland - Subcontracting , Construction industry - Swaziland
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/55254 , uj:16271 , Citation: Mashwama, N.X. & Musonda, I. 2014. An investigation on the impact of subcontracting system on the eventual quality of construction facilities in Swaziland - an exploratory study. In: Emuze, F.A. & Aigbavbova, C.A. (eds.), Conference proceedings : TG59 "People in construction" Conference, 6-8 April 2014, Port Elizabeth, South Africa:191-200. , ISBN: 978-1-920176-98-3
- Description: Abstract: The construction industry is a key sector in the development and economic growth of Swaziland, however, the industry has not escaped the challenges facing other countries worldwide in terms of delivering construction projects of good quality as stipulated in the contracts. This paper assess the extent to which subcontracting in Swaziland has contributed to the apparent poor quality workmanship in the construction industry. The data used in this paper were derived from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data was collected via a detailed review of related literature. The primary data was collected through a well-structured questionnaire which was distributed to construction stakeholders namely: Contractors, Sub-contractors, client (Government), Consultant representatives (Quantity Surveyors, Architects, Civil engineers, Project Managers and Electrical and mechanical Engineer). Only organisations registered with the ministry of public works and transport in Swaziland and other professional bodies were surveyed.100 questionnaires were distributed and 80 were completed and returned and used for the survey, it represented 80% response rate. Data received from the questionnaires was analysed using descriptive statistics procedures. Key findings from the study revealed that the major factors affected by subcontracting are poor quality, material wastage,high level of reworks and level of disputes and conflict. Major factors contributing to poor quality problems in costructed facilities were the superior/subordinate relationship, delayed payment from main contractor, poor relationship betwen main contractor and lack of subcontractor training. Findings on how quality can be improved in subcontracted projects were skilled workforce, training and education, good communication between parties and management commitments were major key. Investigating the extent to which subcontracting in Swaziland has constributed to the apparent poor quality workmanship in the construction industry will provide knowlegde on the problem and hence the study.
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Evaluating the impact of construction dispute and the use of ADR in the Swaziland construction industry
- Mashwama, N.X., Aigbovboa, C., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Mashwama, N.X. , Aigbovboa, C. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) , Construction industry - Swaziland
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/70045 , uj:17948 , Citation: Mashwama, N.X., Aigbovboa, C. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Evaluating the impact of construction dispute and the use of ADR in the Swaziland construction industry.
- Description: Abstract: construction process and the imperfect of the design and moreover, it takes so many individuals and companies to construct a project. Dispute also occur through accidents (Injury), mismanagement, human error, disagreement or lack of communication. Dispute affect the cash flows of the company and also affects relationships between parties. The intent of this paper is to evaluate the impact of construction dispute and the use of alternative dispute resolution in the construction industry in Swaziland. The data used in this study were derived from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data for the study was derived from the review of literature. The primary data was obtained through the use of a questionnaire which was distributed to client (government) and consultant representatives (quantity surveyor, civil engineer, architects, project managers and mechanical and electrical engineers), only organizations registered with the ministry of public work and transport in Swaziland and other professional bodies were surveyed. Findings from the survey revealed that the effects of construction disputes are loss of productivity, loss of business viability, loss of profitability, time delays, loss of professional reputation, break down in cooperation between parties, cost overruns and loss of company reputation. Findings on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) revealed that the most preferred mechanism for resolving construction disputes were arbitration followed by negotiation and mediation.
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- Authors: Mashwama, N.X. , Aigbovboa, C. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) , Construction industry - Swaziland
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/70045 , uj:17948 , Citation: Mashwama, N.X., Aigbovboa, C. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Evaluating the impact of construction dispute and the use of ADR in the Swaziland construction industry.
- Description: Abstract: construction process and the imperfect of the design and moreover, it takes so many individuals and companies to construct a project. Dispute also occur through accidents (Injury), mismanagement, human error, disagreement or lack of communication. Dispute affect the cash flows of the company and also affects relationships between parties. The intent of this paper is to evaluate the impact of construction dispute and the use of alternative dispute resolution in the construction industry in Swaziland. The data used in this study were derived from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data for the study was derived from the review of literature. The primary data was obtained through the use of a questionnaire which was distributed to client (government) and consultant representatives (quantity surveyor, civil engineer, architects, project managers and mechanical and electrical engineers), only organizations registered with the ministry of public work and transport in Swaziland and other professional bodies were surveyed. Findings from the survey revealed that the effects of construction disputes are loss of productivity, loss of business viability, loss of profitability, time delays, loss of professional reputation, break down in cooperation between parties, cost overruns and loss of company reputation. Findings on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) revealed that the most preferred mechanism for resolving construction disputes were arbitration followed by negotiation and mediation.
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Factors of communication management for successful project delivery in the Swaziland construction industry
- Mavuso, N. M., Agumba, J. N.
- Authors: Mavuso, N. M. , Agumba, J. N.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Communication management , Construction industry - Swaziland , Construction projects - Swaziland
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/214920 , uj:21341 , Citation: Mavuso, N.M & Agumba, J.N. 2016. Factors of communication management for successful project delivery in the Swaziland construction industry. Proceedings of the 9th Annual Quantity Surveying Research Conference, Port Elizabeth, 19-21 October 2016
- Description: Abstract: Purpose of this paper: The study aims to identify the communication-management factors that influence project success; and it proposes a conceptual improvement model to enhance communication-management practice for successful project delivery in the Swaziland construction industry. Design/methodology/approach: The study derived information that relates to the objectives of the study from different books, journals, theses, and published conference papers. Therefore, a historical-research approach was adopted to review the literature. Twenty-five articles were reviewed, spanning the period of 1998 to 2015. Thematic analysis was used to extract the themes, which were tabulated in a matrix. Findings: Eight communication-management factors were identified that were observed to influence project success; and a hypothetical communication management improvement model has also been proposed. The variables were: Technology and systems, communication skills or competence, communication plans, teamwork and partnering, organizational structure, stakeholders’ frame of references, project briefing and the context of an environment ...
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- Authors: Mavuso, N. M. , Agumba, J. N.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Communication management , Construction industry - Swaziland , Construction projects - Swaziland
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/214920 , uj:21341 , Citation: Mavuso, N.M & Agumba, J.N. 2016. Factors of communication management for successful project delivery in the Swaziland construction industry. Proceedings of the 9th Annual Quantity Surveying Research Conference, Port Elizabeth, 19-21 October 2016
- Description: Abstract: Purpose of this paper: The study aims to identify the communication-management factors that influence project success; and it proposes a conceptual improvement model to enhance communication-management practice for successful project delivery in the Swaziland construction industry. Design/methodology/approach: The study derived information that relates to the objectives of the study from different books, journals, theses, and published conference papers. Therefore, a historical-research approach was adopted to review the literature. Twenty-five articles were reviewed, spanning the period of 1998 to 2015. Thematic analysis was used to extract the themes, which were tabulated in a matrix. Findings: Eight communication-management factors were identified that were observed to influence project success; and a hypothetical communication management improvement model has also been proposed. The variables were: Technology and systems, communication skills or competence, communication plans, teamwork and partnering, organizational structure, stakeholders’ frame of references, project briefing and the context of an environment ...
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Investigation of construction stakeholders' perception on the effects & cost of construction disputes in Swaziland
- Mashwama, N.X., Aigbovboa, C., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Mashwama, N.X. , Aigbovboa, C. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Construction disputes - Swaziland , Construction industry - Swaziland
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/376852 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/94064 , uj:20426 , Citation: Mashwama, N.X., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2016. Investigation of construction stakeholders' perception on the effects & cost of construction disputes in Swaziland.
- Description: Abstract: Construction Projects are often delivered under a complex and uncertain environment, with claims and conflict being an inevitable part. It is vital to manage claims and conflict as soon as possible before they turn into disputes. The intent of this paper is to investigate the effects and cost of construction dispute in construction projects in Swaziland. The data used in this study were derived from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data for the study was derived from the review of literature. The primary data was obtained through the use of a questionnaire which was distributed to client (government), contractors and consultant representatives (quantity surveyor! , civil engineer, architects, project managers and mechanical and electrical engineers), only organizations registered with the ministry of public work and transport in Swaziland and other professional bodies were surveyed. Findings enacting from the survey revealed that the major effects of construction disputes in Swaziland construction projects were loss of productivity, loss of company reputation, loss of business viability, loss of profitability. With respect to cost of disputes, the findings revealed that hidden cost; indirect cost; direct cost, were major factor for cost of disputes. The results of this study contribute to the body of knowledge and provide valuable insight to actual effects and cost of disputes in Swaziland construction projects, hence the effects are ugly. The study recommends that every stakeholder in the Swaziland construction industry familiarise themselves with the strategies of avoiding construction dispute to avoid the occurrence. Also the government m! ust take up an initiative of educating all stakeholders about dispute avoidance, it would save the project and company fortunes.
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- Authors: Mashwama, N.X. , Aigbovboa, C. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Construction disputes - Swaziland , Construction industry - Swaziland
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/376852 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/94064 , uj:20426 , Citation: Mashwama, N.X., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2016. Investigation of construction stakeholders' perception on the effects & cost of construction disputes in Swaziland.
- Description: Abstract: Construction Projects are often delivered under a complex and uncertain environment, with claims and conflict being an inevitable part. It is vital to manage claims and conflict as soon as possible before they turn into disputes. The intent of this paper is to investigate the effects and cost of construction dispute in construction projects in Swaziland. The data used in this study were derived from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data for the study was derived from the review of literature. The primary data was obtained through the use of a questionnaire which was distributed to client (government), contractors and consultant representatives (quantity surveyor! , civil engineer, architects, project managers and mechanical and electrical engineers), only organizations registered with the ministry of public work and transport in Swaziland and other professional bodies were surveyed. Findings enacting from the survey revealed that the major effects of construction disputes in Swaziland construction projects were loss of productivity, loss of company reputation, loss of business viability, loss of profitability. With respect to cost of disputes, the findings revealed that hidden cost; indirect cost; direct cost, were major factor for cost of disputes. The results of this study contribute to the body of knowledge and provide valuable insight to actual effects and cost of disputes in Swaziland construction projects, hence the effects are ugly. The study recommends that every stakeholder in the Swaziland construction industry familiarise themselves with the strategies of avoiding construction dispute to avoid the occurrence. Also the government m! ust take up an initiative of educating all stakeholders about dispute avoidance, it would save the project and company fortunes.
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