Delays on construction projects are a universal phenomenon. And it is
probable that most construction projects will incur some sort of a delay before they are
completed. Even though various studies have been considered into the causes affecting
delays, these studies seldom discuss common and general causes of delays in
construction projects. Thus, comprehensive study on these delays is essential. Since the
problems are rather contextual, the study needs to focus on specific causes of delaying
like insufficient coordination and ineffective communication between involved parties in
construction projects located at Benghazi City in Libya. Literature review and a
questionnaire survey targeted at construction projects in the Libya’s country and have
been used as the tools to carry out this study. This paper presents the findings of a
survey aimed for identifying some of the most important causes of delays in construction
projects in the above mentioned city. It is hoped that these findings will guide efforts to
enhance the performance of the construction Industry. This paper also explores and
provides some guidelines and actionable information which can be led to enhance the
construction process
