Role of Quantity Surveyor in Construction Risk Management

Evaluate the Quantity
Surveyor’s Role in Risk

Management in Villa
Construction Projects in UAE.
INTRODUCTION
Construction Risk Management involves the systematic process of
recognizing, assessing, and executing strategies to minimize the
potential negative effects of risks that may emerge throughout the entire
construction project, from its inception to completion. The risk
management plan provides a framework for project managers to identify,
keep an eye on, and take measures to diminish or prevent risks before
they materialize. Risk is frequently viewed solely as adverse and
undesirable outcomes, but effective risk management can help transform
these challenges into opportunities for improvement.
Extensive research on managing risks in construction projects indicates that a
successful approach can be achieved through a structured four-step process:
• Risk identification: Collaborate with stakeholders to comprehensively determine

all possible challenges that could negatively impact on the project.
• Risk assessment: Assess the determined risks using a graded scale to gauge their
adverse impact to the project. categorize the risks with the most significant potential
consequences.
• Risk mitigation: Develop strategies and action plans to reduce the likelihood of
these risks occurring. Additionally, establish clear protocols specifying the steps to be
taken in case any of the identified risks materialize.
• Risk monitoring: Continuously and routinely scrutinize the project's progress and
remain vigilant for emerging risks, ensuring that any new threats are promptly addressed.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
The aim of this study is to evaluate Quantity Surveyors’ role in risk management practice in UAE
construction projects.
In order to fulfil the study's aims, the study will be guided by the following specific goals or
objectives:
1. To examine the challenges facing the execution of the risk management process in UAE Villa
construction project delivery.
2. To identify the common practice of risk management of QS’s in the UAE Villa Construction
Projects.
3. To evaluate the extent of perception and the degree of acceptance of risk management practices of
Quantity Surveyors in UAE Villa Construction Projects.
4. To detect the impact of the recognized risk management process on enhancing competitive risk
management within the UAE Villa construction projects.
LITERATURE REVIEW
1. Construction Risk
Design: Common issues in the construction industry encompass imprecise quantity
assessments, disjointed design plans, hurried or hasty design work, assigning design
tasks to inadequately qualified professionals, and the absence of harmonization among
the BOQ, Drawings, and Project Specifications.
2 Physical: Accidents can arise due to inadequate safety protocols, the use of
substandard materials, concerns regarding material and equipment security, public safety
issues, workforce variations, and fluctuations in equipment efficiency.
3. Logistics: Inadequate site surveys, imprecise project scheduling, shortages of labour,

materials, and equipment, intense bidding competition, vague project scopes, and subpar
communication between central and on-site offices.
4. Regulatory and Legal Risks: The UAE has its own set of regulations, which, if not
adequately addressed, can lead to legal issues, project delays, and additional costs.
5. Environmental: The harsh desert environment and potential climate challenges, such as
extreme temperatures, sandstorms, and limited freshwater resources, pose unique risks to
construction projects.
6. Construction: Discrepancies between execution and project specifications often occur

because of misinterpretations of plans and specifications, variances between the actual and
contractual quantities, modifications in design, compromises in work quality when facing time
limitations, hurried bidding processes, and undocumented alterations to the project scope.
7. Management: Inadequate coordination among stakeholders, convoluted project planning

arising from its complexity, shifts in management approaches, information gaps (including
uncertainties), and resource allocation are critical factors contributing to the issues at hand.
8. Cultural: Religion, cultural custom
9. Financial: Delays in contract payments, poorly managed cash flow, the impact of
inflation, financial instability of the contractor, fluctuations in exchange rates, the
monopolization of construction materials due to shutdowns, and unforeseen political
developments represent significant financial challenges within the construction industry.
10. Political: Fresh government regulations or laws, rising inflation, and precarious
security conditions, including potential military invasions.
2. CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT
Identification of Risk - The process of identifying risks serves as the cornerstone for
subsequent risk analysis and control steps, providing organizations with valuable
insights into the areas vulnerable to risk exposure.
Risk Assessment - Risk assessment is an approach that leverages existing data and
knowledge to gauge how often a risk might materialize and the extent of its impact
within the context of risk management.
Risk Mitigation - Risk mitigation is the “process of recognition, developing risk
response options and influence actions for treating the risk, targeting magnify
opportunities and reducing any threats to projects objectives”
Risk Monitoring - Once risks recognized, evaluated, and suitable responses formulated,
it's crucial to put these insights into practice. The risk management plan, an essential
component of the project plan, should be integrated and executed during this stage.
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Literature Review - An extensive review of existing literature is conducted to gather
information on both the informal and formal construction sectors within the specific context of
UAE, while also considering the international perspective.
Collection Data - An extensive inquiry is conducted to acquire firsthand data through the
utilization of questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. These interviews encompass
discussions with 30 - 40 pivotal industry figures, professionals engaged in villa construction sites,
and various stakeholders such as Villa builders and developers.
Analysis of Data - Collected data, quantitative and qualitative are analysed statistically.
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Collected data analysis by using Comparison tables, Chats & narratives

Collected data analysis With using Comparison tables, Chats & narratives
CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
What challenges do quantity surveyors face in implementing

effective risk management in villa construction projects?
Are there any specific opportunities you see for enhancing the role
of quantity surveyors in risk reduction and cost management
Final Recommendations & Conclusion

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Evaluate the Quantity

Surveyor’s Role in Risk

• Risk identification: Collaborate with stakeholders to comprehensively determine

3. Logistics: Inadequate site surveys, imprecise project scheduling, shortages of labour,

6. Construction: Discrepancies between execution and project specifications often occur

7. Management: Inadequate coordination among stakeholders, convoluted project planning

Collected data analysis by using Comparison tables, Chats & narratives

What challenges do quantity surveyors face in implementing

Final Recommendations & Conclusion

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