Investigating the Factors Affecting the Design Change In Construction Industry In UAE

Mohsen A. A. Tomh

doi:10.55938/ijgasr.v1i4.32

Authors

Mohsen A. A. Tomh Options Engineering Consultancies

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55938/ijgasr.v1i4.32

Keywords:

Design, Construction Industry in the UAE, Design Change

Abstract

The construction industry in Dubai is fundamental and influential to the economy of this emirate. In order to execute projects successfully, it is necessary to deploy and integrate a wide variety of resources, skills, and competencies. Because of this demand, the building industry in Dubai has developed into a prestigious but fragmented one. This is due to a large number of stakeholders in the construction industry in Dubai. This research is designed to investigate the factors that contribute to design change in the construction industry in Dubai, UAE. A construction project is usually processed with a set of interrelated activities happening with the aim of ensuring the client’s requirements are met. These activities are usually classified in a set of stages and phases; one very critical and important phase is the design stage. The findings of the study will provide insight into the factors that cause delays in project completion in Dubai. Owner’s factors, mainly poor coordination among the involved parties appear to be the main factor from the ‘owners’ This finding will assist in identifying the areas, which may need more attention. Similarly, the findings will also help in gaining awareness of other important factors, which cause delays, thus helping decision-makers in effective planning and implementation.

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