Effective planning and control of construction projects in Kenya

Abstract

Construction projects in Kenya are adversely plaqued with problems of time and cost overruns, abandonments and falling quality standards. These problems are traced to lack of effective planning and control practices. A review of existing construction time planning and control techniques is presented with a particular emphasis on identification of aspects which could lead to poor application. The significant factors for effective time planning and control in the Kenyan construction industry's environment are identified. A tentative model for improving the state of the art of scheduling construction projects in Kenya is suggested.