Factors contributing to construction costs in Saudi Arabia

This article discusses the main factors that affect construction costs in Saudi Arabia. Forty-two factors affecting construction costs and their degree of importance were evaluated. The severity of those factors is measured by their the level of importance and ranked according to the severity index for contractors, consultants/engineers, owners, and a combination of all respondents. It was concluded that material cost, incorrect planning, previous experience of the contract, contract management, and poor financial control on site are factors contributing to high construction costs.