5 publications
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Controlling Construction Problems through Creativity and Innovation: A Preliminary Theoretical PerspectiveBy Wilson Udo Udofia
Abstract: Advancement in the form of positive change in every field of endeavor is the desire of every person or organization delving into business. Change can manifest in different forms and under different conditions providing that the mindset and the needed driving force is activated in the appropriate direction with the basic perquisites such changes may demand. This study is aimed at reviewing possible preliminary measures considered significant which can be …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 42–51 Read article →
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Critical Termination Reasons Influencing High-Way Projects in NigeriaBy Wilson Udo Udofia, Bonavetura HW Hadikusumo, Djoen San Santoso
Abstract: Viable road network is one of the major infrastructural yardsticks for assessing economic development of a country. It is complex and characterized with different elements which influence its operational efficiency. The project clients desired quality service within contractual cost and time, but usually these objectives are not met. The objective of this paper is to determine most critical reasons for terminating high-way projects in Nigeria with data obtained from 60 …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 33–45 Read article →
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Kill Corruption and Build Construction: A Review of Corrupt PracticesBy Wilson Udo Udofia
Abstract: Over the years, construction projects are perpetually described as complex in both nature and management which suggest possibilities of being significantly characterized by corrupt policies and procedures resulting into monumental wastages. Prevailing challenges in the sector reveal that both the client representatives and the contractors compromised at every level of a well-defined project. Activities in certain cultural circles, which might be regarded as essential for getting the job done, and …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–11 Read article →
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Decision–making Model for Road Projects Retendering in NigeriaBy Wilson Udo Udofia
Abstract: The failure in securing basic information about project can rock mega investment in road construction. Most road construction projects suffered due to reasons attributed to delays or terminations which prompt project owners to consider retendering option. Effective and efficient decision-making is prerequisite in the retendering of projects and is perceived lacking in most road projects. In order to overcome these challenges confronting road construction project, this paper aims to build …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 19–29 Read article →
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Basic Re-procurement Considerations Influencing Highway Projects in NigeriaBy Wilson Udo Udofia
Abstract: Failures in road construction project procurement are attributed to the existence of many factors right from the inception. Such factors include costs, technical capabilities, qualities, sub-contractors, resources, risk events, among others. These factors have direct consequence on the funding, the estimated time of the project completion and may result in outright termination of the project. In order to meet targeted project goals, project client seeks alternative measures of reviving the …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–11 Read article →