Factors Affecting the Implementation of Road Construction in Saguday, Quirino

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Locally, in the Municipality of Saguday, highway roads are being maintained and improved almost every six years except in the case of barangay Salvacion and barangay Tres Reyes. This becomes a problem to the residents especially rainy season. The study determined the factors affecting the implementation of road construction in Saguday.

METHODS

Descriptive-quantitative research design was used in the study. A total of 15 engineers from Saguday, and barangay officials of barangay Salvacion and Tres Reyes participated in the study using convenience sampling technique. The survey questionnaire consisted of self-assessment questions and statements using four-point Likert Scale to find the degree of significance ofeach factor. Mean and thematic analysis were applied to the collected data.

RESULTS

Project management-related is the most significant group factor followed by economic-related; while contractor-related and environmental-related are fairly significant group factors. In addition, out of 19 identified factors, availability of finance (financing process and fund) was identified as the most significant project management-related factor, with a mean score of 3.133. This was followed by labor and material price fluctuation which was perceived as significant economic-related factor. It is also found that lack of project funds and contractor's slow action are the issues concerning the implementation of road construction in barangay Salvacion and Tres Reyes.

DISCUSSIONS

A well-maintained and concretized road help people do their daily agenda easier and more convenient. Successful implementation of road construction is a step in developing the country and its economy.