TableĀ 1

Core list of risks of programmatic approaches for APDMs

No.RisksRisk description
1Change in scope (e.g. due to coordination with third parties; late change requests)This risk is related to gate change requests or late coordination with third parties leading to unanticipated project adjustments
2Conformance with regulations/guidelines/design criteriaThis risk involves deviations from established design criteria or non-compliance with rules/guidelines/design standards
3Constructability issuesThis risk is related to poor design or oversight in planning
4Coordination with government agencies or other authorities having jurisdictionThis risk involves delays or misalignment with the relevant authorities
5Environmental permits and approvalsThis risk involves challenges in securing necessary environmental permits and approvals
6Financial issuesThis risk is related to funding shortages or unexpected cost escalations
7Geotechnical conditionsThis risk is related to unforeseen soil or subsurface conditions
8Incomplete project scope definition/design uncertaintyThis risk involves ambiguity or lack of clarity in project requirements
9Legal challenges and changes in lawThis risk involves legal disputes or regulatory changes during the project development process
10Market conditions (e.g. price volatility, labor availability, etc.)This risk is related to fluctuating material prices, labor shortages, or supply chain disruptions.
11Political risks/oppositionThis risk involves changes in political leadership or public opposition
12Railroad involvementThis risk is related to railroad coordination and agreements during the project development process
13Right-of-way (ROW) and easementsThis risk is related to delays or challenges in obtaining ROW and easements
14Schedule/phasing issues (aggressive schedule, restricted work window, etc.)This risk involves aggressive timelines and phasing construction for different scales of highway projects
15Staff experience/availabilityThis risk is related to the limited availability or lack of skilled personnel, in terms of years of experience and the number of APDM projects
16Use of new procurement methods/contractsThis risk involves adopting unfamiliar methods or contract types
17Utility issuesThis risk refers to unforeseen utility conflicts in transportation projects

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