Causes of Problems in Post-Disaster Emergency Re-Construction Projects—Iraq as a Case Study

This study examines the causes of time delays and cost overruns in a selection thirty post-disaster reconstruction projects Iraq. Although delay factors have been studied many countries contexts, little data exists from under conditions characterizing Iraq during last 10-15 years. A case approach was used, with construction different types sizes selected Baghdad region. Project gathered survey which used to build statistical relationships between ratios post disaster projects. The most important identified were contractor failure, redesigning designs/plans change orders, security issues, low-price bids, weather factors, owner failures. Some these are line findings similar studies other regions, but some unique Iraqi project sample, such as issues bid selection. While examined causing overruns, this offers insights into that need be considered when implementing for emergency areas impacted by wars terrorism.