Mohammad Al-Naghi, A; Alaghbari, W and Barakat, T (2025) Impact of leadership skills on the success of large and medium construction projects management in Yemen. International Journal of Construction Management, 25(11), pp. 1346-1356. ISSN 1562-3599
Abstract
Large and medium construction projects in Yemen often face budget and timeline overruns. While technical aspects are heavily focused on, the importance of leadership skills in project teams is often overlooked. This study aims to identify the impact of leadership skills on the success of these projects. A questionnaire was distributed to engineers working in both governmental and non-governmental institutions and organizations, with projects costing above $100,000. Out of the 385 questionnaires distributed, 340 responses were collected, and 246 valid responses were used for analysis. The findings indicate a strong correlation between leadership skills and project success, highlighting the significant role of effective leadership in guiding construction projects. Specific skills such as team management, problem-solving, prioritization, planning, decision making, conflict management, communication, and fostering team spirit are crucial in Yemen's construction sector. Recommendations include the development of leadership skills programs, emphasis on collaborative team management, integration of experiential learning in education, continuous professional development, and research initiatives. These insights aim to enhance the resilience and success of construction projects in Yemen and provide valuable guidance to project managers, policymakers, and stakeholders in the sector.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | construction projects; large and medium projects; leadership skills; project success; Yemen |
| Index terms: | face, project manager, costing, team management, integration, construction project, decision-making, construction sector, project team, questionnaire, conflict management, project success, professional development, program, experiential learning, Yemen, engineer, overrun |
| Subjects: | psychology, professional development, data collection methods, profession, project management theory and practice, accounting and finance, software systems, project controls, production management, Geography, project delivery, conflict resolution, organizational analysis, learning methods, practitioner, industry analysis, decision analysis |
| Topics: | Research Practice, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Information Management, Geographical Context, Education, Cost Management, Time Control, Roles and Professions, Digital Applications, Organizational Design |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
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