Construction Matters

ABSTRACT The need for continuous building and infrastructural development is key to gradual easing of the deficiency being witnessed in different types of construction projects across the state. New and upgrading of existing buildings and infrastructure such as road, rail and waterways improve the conditions of users of these facilities. All these developmental projects come with a cost which individual, corporate organizations’ and government must be prepared to pay over the lifecycle of these facilities. From project conceptualization to completion, usage and demolition, project team plays critical roles to achieve client objectives. During these stages, the cost consultant is actively involved in the establishment of different cost elements and cost management of the project, advising both the client and design team. Cost being an integral part of the project, it oftentimes controls the necessity of other project requirements. The research was carried out through administration of q