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Construction project delay is one of the most common problems affecting building projects. Delays in construction projects result in time overruns, cost escalation, disputes, productivity loss, contractual claims, and dissatisfaction among project stakeholders. Multiple parties, sequential construction activities, uncertain site conditions, material dependency, labour coordination, design decisions, financial arrangements, and continuous client involvement are some of the factors that make building projects vulnerable to delays. This paper aims to identify and examine the major factors affecting delays in building construction projects, with special emphasis on time overruns, contractor performance, material shortages, and client-related factors. Delays are usually associated with clients, contractors, consultants, materials, labour, equipment, finance, design changes, site management, and external conditions. Delays in material supply, poor planning, and slow decision-making are some of the major causes of construction delays. A detailed analysis of delay factors is provided in the paper. The effects of these factors on project completion time and project performance are discussed. The paper shows that the interplay of technical, managerial, financial, and contractual issues is responsible for construction delays. The study concludes that effective project planning, timely client decisions, reliable contractor performance, proper material management, regular monitoring, and improved communication are essential for reducing delays in building construction projects.