PRACTICES OF MATERIALS MANAGEMENT AT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT SITES: IN THE CASE OF SMALL SIZED CONSTRUCTION ENTERPRISE IN KOLFE KERANIYO SUB

Abstract

This study assessed the current practices of managing materials in construction projects, the problems associated with materials management and measures for managing materials in construction project sites in kolfe keraniyo sub city. The study of this research analyzed using descriptive statics including mean index score method and frequency analysis and the principal tool used for collection of data was questionnaires for field survey, interview and site observation to make the study strong. Generally, the study conclude that Problems related with construction material management, Wastage in building construction project sites, measures taken for effective construction material management and usage of methodology were identified. Finally the study of this research recommend that Contractors, consultants, clients and other professionals working in the construction industry should increase their commitment to staff training and development in construction materials management so as to develop the necessary skills, update their knowledge, and encourage and support to develop new construction methodology for the reduction of wastages as well as to increase efficiency of materials management to address the problems.