Influence of Material Waste Management on Construction Project Delivery in Abuja, Nigeria

Abstract

Constructive Waste Management is an aspect of sustainable Development which is fueled by the growing need of man for infrastructural amenities. Improper control of materials during different stages of construction has some influence on construction project delivery. The aim of the study was to assessed the influence of materials waste management on construction project delivery in Abuja by identifying the sources of construction materials waste, evaluating the influence of material waste management on construction project delivery and the performance techniques and strategies of reducing construction materials waste in the construction project. Quantitative methodology was used, involving the use of questionnaires to obtain data which was analysed to obtain the the RII. The results reveal that the most influence of material management on construction project delivery are; time over run/delay, productivity, cost overrun/ increase project cost, environmental impact, brings contractors to disrepute among others. The results also reveals that the performance of some of the strategies of reducing the effect of material waste management which; materials planning method, materials handling, proper planning, monitory and materials waste control. The researcher recommends the use of these strategies and measures to minimize the influence of materials waste management on construction project delivery.