The aim of this study was to assess the influence
of client support on performance of contractors within the road construction
industry in Kenya. The study adopted descriptive survey research design and
correlation research design. The target population was 156 selected from road
contractors, engineers working in road authorities, technical auditors and consultants
in the road sector. Stratified and proportionate sampling techniques were
employed in coming up with a sample size of 62 respondents drawn from a target
population of 156. From the simple linear regression conducted, the findings
revealed that client support influences the performance of contractors in the
road construction sector. Thus, we recommend that client support is highly
needed to avoid issues such as delayed payment that would adversely affect
performance of contractors in the road construction industry. This will subsequently
lead to timely completion of roads, achieving cost effective and quality road
projects.
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