Municipal Capital Works Projects: An Analysis of Scheduling Delays and Cost Escalations

Author

Doug MacKay, Western University

Date of Award

7-1-2007

Degree Type

Major Research Paper

Degree Name

Master of Public Administration

Program

Political Science

Supervisor

Sancton, Andrew

Geographical Areas

Ontario

Abstract

This paper examines the primary reasons for the delays and cost overruns in municipal capital works projects in Ontario. Interviews with experts in municipal infrastructure projects – including employees from the municipal sector, the Ministry of the Environment, a conservation authority, and the Ministry of Transportation – were conducted. The findings reveal that there are numerous factors that have resulted in municipal capital works projects becoming increasingly difficult to deliver, but the primary factor was the introduction of the Environmental Assessment Act, which resulted in a lengthened schedule and added costs.

Recommended Citation

MacKay, Doug, "Municipal Capital Works Projects: An Analysis of Scheduling Delays and Cost Escalations" (2007). MPA Major Research Papers. 67.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/lgp-mrps/67