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Assessment of claims on delivery of building projects

ABSTRACT      Claim has been the major reason why contractors in Nigeria fail to meet up with successful implementation of contract as well as obligations made. In order to evaluate the claim situation on construction projects, this paper devotes the research and literature review to key problem in claim administration on construction projects in Nigeria. Qualitative research was adopted where secondary data from archives were collected from the physical planning unit while Primary dat...

SIWES REPORT

 2018 ABSTRACT This technical report is based on what I have learned during my six months industrial training at Aminu Kano teaching hospital (AKTH). Chapter one is based on the Introduction of SIWES, objectives of SIWES, History and objectives of AKTH, functions of the available departments/units. Chapter three consists of relevant conclusions, experience gained and references.         TABLE OF CONTENTS Cover Page Title Page………………………………………………………...

The factors that influence the choice of inventory control methods in organization

ABSTRACT This study was carried out on the factors that influence the choice of inventory control methods in organization. The specific objectives were to determine how Organization policy, Information Technology and employee competency influence the choice of inventory control methods. The study was conducted at Menengai Oil Company Nakuru .The theories were used to support the objectives of the study among them are classical organization theory and competence theory. Survey research design ...

ASSESSMENT OF CABOTAGE ACT IMPLEMENTATION NIGERIA

This research assesses the implementation of Cabotage Act in Nigeria. The Act was enacted to empower domestic shipping operators to take control of the coastal shipping trade and from it, develop the Nigerian maritime Industry to be a force to reckon with in the world maritime trade. The aim of this study is to assess the degree of the implementation of the Cabotage act. Secondary data were used for this study, showing relationship between local and foreign operators in terms of revenue earne...

Bus Operation in Metropolitan Lagos (The Case of Iyana-paja Ikotun Traffic Corridor)

This Paper has examined the structure of bus operation in metropolitan Lagos. The primary aim of this research work was to assess and examine the stucture of bus operation in iyanapaja-ikotun road corridor. However the following objectives where pursued Examine the total bus stop capacity along the corridor; Examine the bus and passenger adequacy the corridor, examine the passenger profile along  the corridor examine the structure of the bus operation along  the corridor. Relevant literatur...

AN ANALYSIS ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN POWER PLANT REHABILITATION. A CASE STUDY OF (ZPC) HWANGE POWER STATION.

RELEASE FORM Name of author:Ronald. F Musengi Title of project:An analysis on the effectiveness of project management in power plant rehabilitation. A case study of (ZPC) Hwange Power Station. Degree title:Bachelor of Commerce honours in Retail and Logistics Management (HRLM)  Supervisor                             Mr S. Mlambo Year of research           2017 Permission is hereby granted to the Midlands State University Library to produce copies of this dissertation...

Minimizing Haulage Roundtrip Distribution Cost of Manufactured Products

ABSTRACT Minimizing Haulage Roundtrip Distribution Cost of Manufactured Products is a major concern in the haulage industry. The success of each trip requires for a truck owner or fleet manager of a haulage company to assign to the truck driver the resources needed for the job success. However, on close examination, the fuel for the return trip and a tangible percentage of the road expense budget achieves little but to bring the truck back to the yard. These resources are not engaged on the ...

Network Analysis as an Effective Maintenance Planning Tool

ABSTRACT This research project “Network Analysis as an effective maintenance planning tool” created a detailed evaluation of strategies and techniques for planning maintenance activities in the Nigerian process industry, laying focused emphasis on operations of Warri Refinery and the effectiveness of CPM Network analysis. A review of previous works related to maintenance planning was extensively undertaken and findings revealed the extent in which planning activities has been carried ...

STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT AND PROJECT PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS IN RIVERS STATE NIGERIA

ABSTRACT The aim of this research is to make a business case for the inclusion of a stakeholder relationship management culture in government establishments. It explores the relationship between stakeholder relationship and project performance, underscoring the role project managers’ play as key stakeholders in integrating the goals of all stakeholders in the attainment of project objectives. A review of the literature shows that there is a consensus amongst researchers of Stakeholder theor...

INFLUENCE OF MANAGEMENT PRACTICES ON EFFECTIVENESS OF DONOR FUNDED PROJECTS IN DEEPSEA SLUM, NAIROBI COUNTY, KENYA.

                                                           ABSTRACT Donors play a very crucial role in the social development process in all the spheres of the world. They are particularly vital in situations where state funds are limited, political situations are fluid and volatile, natural disasters resulting from both predictable and unpredictable environmental circumstances occur, ethnic animosity is rampant and the level of capita income severely restricts ...

Defect in Buildings

Contents Chapter one 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Statement of problem 1.3 Aim & Objectives 1.3.1 General objectives 1.3.2 Specific Objectives of the study are to 1.4 Significance of the study 1.5 Scope of the study 1.6 limitation of the study 1.7 Conceptual and Theoretical definition of terms Chapter two-- Literature Review 2.1 What is building Defect? 2.2 Causes of Building defects 2.3 Category of Building Defects 2.4 Types of Defect 2.4.1 Erosion of Mortar 2.4.2 Peeling Paint 2.4.3 Cracking of Wal...

Design and Construction of a Winder Stair

Abstract This research is all about design, construction and preparation of cost estimate for a reinforced concrete winder stair. This type of stair is one of most important stair, use where there is no enough space. Winder stair is very common in older homes, often used as a secondary staircase where the grand staircase may have been in the entry and the winder used as an access to the kitchen, it has more visual interest. Winder stairs meander around corners. For this reason, it has gained ...

Appraisal of Project Scheduling in Nigeria Construction Industry: A case study of Ibadan, Nigeria

Abstract: Project scheduling plays a vital role in successful completion of a construction project, despite the crucial role of this tool, there still exist many challenges in using it efficiently. Some projects schedules are established at the conception of the project and never evaluated for feasibility until problems arise. Besides, some constructors lack the expertise required for preparing effective project schedule. This study therefore, examines the factors affecting project scheduling...

Cost and Time Performance of Construction Projects under The Due Process Reform In Nigeria

The Due process policy is a product of the Fderal government public procurement reform of 1999. The policy was meant to be an anticorruption device aimed at ensuring probity, transparency, accountability in the procurement of public goods and services. The need for the reform is long overdue. However, in order to assess the implementation of the Due process policy in procurement of construction projects, the study took a survey study of construction projects awarded and executed in federal hi...

EVALUATING IMPACTS OF CONSTRUCTION PLANTS AND EQUIPMENT’S HIRING ON PROJECT TIME DELIVERY IN ONDO STATE

Diverse measures have been proposed to arrest the problem of time ove rrun in large construction projects that involve the use of plants and equ ipments. In the quest for the best possible solution to this problem in a developing country like Nigeria, this research assesses the impacts of pl ants and equipment’s hiring on project time delivery. It proffers measur es for enhancing construction time performance in large construction pr ojects reflecting the peculiarity of the Nigerian constru...


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