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Alkass, S, Mazerolle, M and Harris, F C (1996) Construction delay analysis techniques. Construction Management and Economics, 14(05), 375-94.

Boussabaine, A H (1996) The use of artificial neural networks in construction management: a review. Construction Management and Economics, 14(05), 427-36.

Bowen, P A and Edwards, P J (1996) Interpersonal communication in cost planning during the building design phase. Construction Management and Economics, 14(05), 395-404.

Druker, J, White, G, Hegewisch, A and Mayne, L (1996) Between hard and soft HRM: human resource management in the construction industry. Construction Management and Economics, 14(05), 405-16.

Fellows, R F (1996) Note: Monte Carlo simulation of construction costs using subjective data: comment. Construction Management and Economics, 14(05), 457-60.

Gann, D M (1996) Construction as a manufacturing process? Similarities and differences between industrialized housing and car production in Japan. Construction Management and Economics, 14(05), 437-50.

Gori, E (1996) Note - Portfolio selection of capital investment projects in the Durban Metropolitan Region. Construction Management and Economics, 14(05), 451-6.

Zakeri, M, Olomolaiye, P O, Holt, G D and Harris, F C (1996) A survey of constraints on Iranian construction operatives' productivity. Construction Management and Economics, 14(05), 417-25.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Iran; productivity; site operation
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0144-6193
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/014461996373287
  • Abstract:

    Construction productivity is rarely analysed in Iran. If productivity is to improve, current weaknesses must be identified. To this end data were collected through a structured questionnaire survey. By utilizing the relative index ranking technique, the identified problems were prioritized for detailed analysis and discussion. Results indicate that the five highest-ranking problems are: Materials shortage, weather and site conditions, equipment breakdown, drawing deficiencies/change orders, and lack of proper tools and equipment. Devastating war with neighbouring Iraq has led to a boom in construction activities leading to shortages of construction materials. The casual employment of the majority of construction operatives and poor managerial skills are the significant contributors to low productivity on Iranian construction sites.