Over reliance on early cost and schedule estimates to set target budgets and completion dates is driving detrimental behaviours on major public construction projects, according to a report exploring the root causes of common problems affecting schemes. The National Audit Office report raises a number of interesting learning points that have relevance to all infrastructure projects, one lawyer comments.
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