Assessing Interrelationships Among Causes of Rework in Consruction Projects in Nigeria

The cause of rework in construction projects has been linked to latent conditions within the organizational and project systems. This study seeks to evaluate the connections between these latent conditions and their impact on rework in construction projects in Nigeria. Previous literature has not thoroughly explored the interrelationships between the latent conditions influencing rework. To address this gap, a comprehensive literature review was conducted to compile a list of latent conditions that affect rework in construction projects. Subsequently, a survey questionnaire was employed to gather insights from construction firms regarding the extent to which these identified latent conditions impact rework in building construction projects. Through factor analysis, six constructs were identified. A structural equation model (SEM) was then utilized to assess these constructs and explore their interactions using observable variables. The final SEM confirmed seven relationships while rejecting six relationships proposed in the hypothetical model. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of the connections between constructs influencing rework and the degrees of their associations. It offers valuable insights for construction firms to comprehend the emergence and interactions of these relationships, ultimately aiding in error prevention and rework reduction.