Inefficiencies in paperwork, time management, rework, and design processes during the design and planning phases significantly impact construction projects, leading to increased waste and reduced project efficiency. This research has investigated how these factors contribute to waste, focusing on errors, omissions/lack of information and poor-quality documentation, delays in decision-making, lack of clear communications and design-related issues that affect overall project outcomes. Em…
The construction industry is a component of New Zealand’s economy playing a role, in boosting the country’s gross domestic product and creating numerous job opportunities. Despite its impact and continuous growth, the industry faces a noticeable gender gap, especially in the lack of female representation in the construction-related roles. This study aims to explore the challenges that prevent women from participating in the New Zealand construction sector focusing on semi-skilled and t…