Nearly two-thirds of complex projects are completed late and the design team is only consulted about the construction methodology in 10% of cases.

These are two of the key findings from CIOB’s latest research into time management on construction projects.

The research, launched by new president Keith Pickavance at the House of Commons on 20 June, is based on more than 2,000 projects.

It shows that simple low-rise projects are much more likely to be completed on time, as these were found to be delayed in just over a third of cases.

Speaking at the launch, Pickavance said the research showed cause for concern, particularly given the ‘trend towards developing contracts that are increasingly punitive if not executed efficiently’.

He said the key to tackling poor time management was education and announced that the CIOB would be looking to produce time management standards, education and qualifications within the next two years.

Ciob’s china tie-up

The CIOB is about to finalise an agreement with Tsinghua University, Beijing, and Chongqing University to deliver training programmes aimed at experienced construction professionals in China.

These programmes will equip candidates with the necessary skills and training to develop as a modern construction or project management professional operating in China at national and international levels.

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Construction Manager