Concurrent delays - the breakfast example!

Concurrent delays in construction projects are highly contentious and often result in disputes between project owners and contractors. These delays occur when two or more events simultaneously delay the project completion, typically involving responsibility from multiple parties.

The challenge lies in determining how the overlapping delays should be analyzed and who is ultimately accountable for the time lost. While the concept can seem complex, it becomes easier to grasp when explained through relatable examples. In this article, I’ll break down the idea of concurrent delays using the simple task of preparing breakfast, hopefully making this intricate topic clear and approachable.

Today, the Critical Path Method (CPM) is widely used as the preferred project planning and monitoring tool across the construction industry and other sectors. Scheduling software such as Microsoft Project and Primavera P6 rely on CPM to develop and manage project schedules effectively.

To fully comprehend the intricacies of concurrent delays a basic understanding of the Critical Path Method is required.

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