Year: 2025 | Month: December | Volume: 12 | Issue: 12 | Pages: 673-683
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijrr.20251269
Risk Analysis and Mitigation Strategies for Bridge Construction Projects in Hulu Sungai Tengah Regency
Erdinnadya Maulidzha, Irfan Prasetia
Construction Management, Master's Program in Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Lambung Mangkurat. Indonesia
Corresponding Author: Erdinnadya Maulidzha
ABSTRACT
Bridge construction projects are critical for regional connectivity but are inherently complex and vulnerable to significant risks, particularly in developing regions with unique geographical and social dynamics. This study aims to identify, analyze, and formulate effective mitigation strategies for the dominant risks encountered in bridge construction projects in Hulu Sungai Tengah Regency, Indonesia. A mixed-method approach was employed, with primary data collected through a structured questionnaire administered to 50 key stakeholders, including government officials, contractors, and consultants. Data were analyzed using the Severity Index (SI) method and a Probability Impact Matrix (PIM) to classify risk levels. The analysis identified 15 dominant risks, comprising 4 classified as high-risk and 11 as medium-risk. The most critical risks include material price fluctuation, unexpected costs from illegal levies, extreme weather conditions, and delays in material fabrication. The primary contribution of this research is the development of a practical, validated, role-based mitigation framework. This framework assigns specific responsibilities to the project owner, consultant, and contractor for each mitigation action, thereby enhancing its practical applicability and promoting collaborative risk management.
Keywords: Bridge construction, risk management, risk analysis, mitigation strategy, severity index.
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