Critical Success Factors of Large Urban Construction Projects in Djibouti After the Covid-19 Pandemic

Large urban construction projects in Djibouti have been identified as critical drivers of economic growth and development. However, these projects often face challenges in meeting their objectives, which can result in delays, cost overruns, and even project failure. Most past research on this phenomenon was done before the pandemic. For the successful execution of these projects in the post-pandemic era, it is imperative to identify and understand the critical success factors (CSFs) in Djibouti. This research aims to determine the CSFs for large urban construction projects in Djibouti, with a focus on project planning and scheduling, risk management, communication and stakeholder management, contractor competency, and team commitment. This was a quantitative study where the target population was project team members of construction projects in Djibouti. Convenience sampling was used. A survey method was used to collect data from 165 respondents. Data analysis was done using Smart PLS. The findings of this study revealed that contractor competencies and project team commitment are the key determinants of project success in Djibouti. The results of this study will help project owners and project managers prioritize their efforts and allocate resources toward ensuring the selection of the right contractors and improving the commitment of team members. The findings of this study will provide useful insights to project stakeholders and the construction industry as a whole in Djibouti.