Business Structure of Indigenous Firms in the Nigerian Construction Industry

Abstract

The roles of contracting firms in construction industry cannot be overemphasized and their structure is a function of performance and output in the industry. Sets of questionnaire were administered on construction professionals working within the contracting firms. Data obtained was analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The study found out that the firms were medium-size firms, engaged in building construction and cannot finance projects independently prior to client financial contribution (mobilization fee). Their activities were limited to their locality and rarely get bank loans. They do not have share capital and therefore could not fund project from company capital base.