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Adams, F K (2006) Expert elicitation and Bayesian analysis of construction contract risks: an investigation. Construction Management and Economics, 24(01), 81-96.

Aibinu, A A (2006) The relationship between distribution of control, fairness and potential for dispute in the claims handling process. Construction Management and Economics, 24(01), 45-54.

Andi (2006) The importance and allocation of risks in Indonesian construction projects. Construction Management and Economics, 24(01), 69-80.

Dann, N, Hills, S and Worthing, D (2006) Assessing how organizations approach the maintenance management of listed buildings. Construction Management and Economics, 24(01), 97-104.

Dawood, N and Sriprasert, E (2006) Construction scheduling using multi-constraint and genetic algorithms approach. Construction Management and Economics, 24(01), 19-30.

Huang, Y C (2006) Graphical-based multistage scheduling method for RC buildings. Construction Management and Economics, 24(01), 5-18.

Leung, M-Y, Liu, A M M and Wong, M M-k (2006) Impact of stress-coping behaviour on estimation performance. Construction Management and Economics, 24(01), 55-67.

Mbachu, J and Nkado, R (2006) Conceptual framework for assessment of client needs and satisfaction in the building development process. Construction Management and Economics, 24(01), 31-44.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Building development; criticality index; needs assessment; performance measurement; satisfaction measurement
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0144-6193
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/01446190500126866
  • Abstract:

    A conceptual framework is developed for assessment of client needs, and the measurement and monitoring of client satisfaction levels in the building development process. Data were obtained from qualitative and quantitative surveys of a target population of clients of commercial buildings in South Africa. Satisfaction levels based on multi‐attribute measures were compared with those based on single evaluative responses, using Wilcoxon’s matched‐pair test. Results showed no significant differences in pairwise comparisons. A strong positive correlation also existed between both equivalent measures of client satisfaction levels. These results validate the conceptual framework. Results of evaluation of client satisfaction levels showed that clients perceived average levels of satisfaction in the building development process. Areas for improvement in the services of contractors and consultants were identified through ‘Criticality Index’ analyses. Empirical models were developed for proactive measurements of client satisfaction levels at distinct stages of the development process. A dynamic approach to satisfaction measurement is recommended. This contrasts with post‐purchase and static views adopted in the consumer services segment and enables consultants to monitor and improve satisfaction levels proactively, as the development process evolves.