Assessment of The Working Conditions of Quantity Surveyors in Construction Management Practice in Minna, Nigeria
Abstract
This study assessed the working conditions of quantity surveyors in construction management practice in Minna, Nigeria. The study was motivated by the need to understand how workplace conditions influence professional performance in the construction industry. A descriptive survey research design was adopted, and data were collected from quantity surveyors using a structured questionnaire. The data obtained were analyzed using mean score and Relative Importance Index (RII) to determine the significance of variables. Findings revealed that quantity surveyors operate under challenging working conditions characterized by high workload intensity, limited access to modern tools, inadequate remuneration, and insufficient training opportunities. The study further established that economic instability, poor project planning systems, weak institutional support, and limited technological adoption are major factors affecting working conditions. In addition, the results showed that poor working conditions negatively affect accuracy in cost estimation, job satisfaction, and productivity in construction project delivery. The study concludes that improving the working conditions of quantity surveyors is essential for enhancing professional efficiency and construction project performance. It recommends the provision of modern working tools, strengthening of professional development programs, and improved institutional and policy support to enhance productivity and job satisfaction among quantity surveyors in Minna, Nigeria.
Keywords
Quantity Surveyors, Working Conditions, Construction Management, Job Satisfaction, Nigeria
Citations
IRE Journals:
Yahaya Isah, Suleiman Suleiman, Aliyu Binta A., Alhassan Ndagi Usman "Assessment of The Working Conditions of Quantity Surveyors in Construction Management Practice in Minna, Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 10 2026 Page 2226-2232 https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I10-1716596
IEEE:
Yahaya Isah, Suleiman Suleiman, Aliyu Binta A., Alhassan Ndagi Usman
"Assessment of The Working Conditions of Quantity Surveyors in Construction Management Practice in Minna, Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(10) https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I10-1716596
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