The Impact of the COVID-19 Outbreaks Towards Malaysian Contractors: An Analysis of Contractors’ Strategies

Authors

  • Nur Fatin Firzanah Mohd Naseri Studies of Quantity Surveying, School of Construction and Quantity Surveying, College of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), 40450 Shah Alam, Selamgor, Malaysia
  • Siti Nor Azniza Ahmad Sekak Studies of Quantity Surveying, School of Construction and Quantity Surveying, College of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Azeanita Suratkon Advanced Built Environment Sustainability (ADVANCED BEST), Faculty of Civil Engineering & Built Environment, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Batu Pahat, 86400, Johor, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24191/bej.v21iSpecial%20Issue.2419

Keywords:

Impact & Strategies, COVID-19 Outbreaks, Malaysian Contractors

Abstract

The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has affected over 4.3 million individuals and caused the death of more than 290,000 people. Moreover, it has aroused apprehension among citizens regarding a global economic problem and the potential for a recession. The aim of this study is to determine the influence of the COVID-19 epidemic on workers in Malaysia and identify the resulting difficulties they have faced. This study investigates the repercussions of COVID-19 infections on the building sector in Malaysia, with a specific emphasis on the influence it has had on Malaysian contractors and their subsequent reactions. This study employs a quantitative approach and leverages an online poll developed through Google Forms. Total numbers of 175 questionnaires were distributed to contractors categorised as G1–G7 based on the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Website in 2023. The response rate was 56%, with 98 questionnaires received for processing. The analysis revealed that Malaysian building contractors ranging from G1 to G7 possess a comprehensive understanding of COVID-19 outbreaks. These contractors acknowledge the significance of contractor tactics in the Malaysian construction industry. The respondents concur that the COVID-19 pandemic plans implemented by contractors are beneficial for the construction industry. The validation of the identified methods by the respondents confirms their effectiveness in addressing immediate challenges and promoting sustainability and resilience in the building industry during times of global pandemic concerns.

Author Biographies

Nur Fatin Firzanah Mohd Naseri, Studies of Quantity Surveying, School of Construction and Quantity Surveying, College of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), 40450 Shah Alam, Selamgor, Malaysia

Nur Fatin Firzanah Mohd Naseri holds a degree in Studies of Quantity Surveying from the School of Construction and Quantity Surveying, College of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam, Malaysia. She is currently practicing the quantity surveyor profession at Quantity Surveying Consultant Company, KAS Juruukur Bahan Sdn Bhd, No. 2A&4A, Jalan Balapan 13/32, Seksyen 13, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. Her primary research interests are in Project Management areas. She has written about these topics in publications such as the International Proceedings, QSRI 2024. You can contact her by email at fatinnurfirzanah9@gmail.com.

Siti Nor Azniza Ahmad Sekak, Studies of Quantity Surveying, School of Construction and Quantity Surveying, College of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

Siti Nor Azniza Ahmad Sekak, PhD, is Senior Lecturer in the Studies of Quantity Surveying, School of Construction and Quantity Surveying, College of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Shah Alam, Malaysia. Her primary research interests include facility management, sustainable construction, and building energy efficiency. She has published widely on these subjects in publications such as the International Journal of MCRJ, Applied Mechanics & Materials, the International Journal of Planning Malaysia, and the International Journal of Business and Technology Management. You can contact her via email at syniza@uitm.edu.my.

Azeanita Suratkon, Advanced Built Environment Sustainability (ADVANCED BEST), Faculty of Civil Engineering & Built Environment, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Batu Pahat, 86400, Johor, Malaysia

Azeanita Suratkon, PhD, is Associate Professor at Advanced Built Environment Sustainability (ADVANCED BEST), Faculty of Civil Engineering & Built Environment, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Batu Pahat, 86400, Johor, Malaysia Her primary research interests include Project Management ang construction contract. She has published widely on these subjects in publications such as the International Journal of Sustainable Construction Engineering and Technology (IJSCET), Journal of Engineering And Applied Sciences, International Journal Of Geomate, Geomate International Society And Applied Mechanics And Materials. You can contact her via email at azeanita@uthm.edu.my.

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Mohd Naseri, N. F. F. ., Ahmad Sekak, S. N. A. ., & Suratkon, A. . (2024). The Impact of the COVID-19 Outbreaks Towards Malaysian Contractors: An Analysis of Contractors’ Strategies . Built Environment Journal, 21(Special Issue). https://doi.org/10.24191/bej.v21iSpecial Issue.2419

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