CHALLENGES AND SUCCESS FACTORS IN IMPLEMENTING SUSTAINABLEPROJECT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN PAKISTAN’S CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Abstract

The construction business in Pakistan is vital for the economy, contributing approximately 2.5% to the GDP, although it faces difficulties in implementing sustainable project management methods. These issues encompass inadequate policies, absence of pertinent climate-friendly expertise, and restricted funding. Sustainable project management is essential in Pakistan's development goal for enhancing production, social outcomes, and environmental expenses. Sustainable project management integrates conventional project management with contemporary sustainability principles, addressing environmental, social, and economic impacts over the long term. Key success criteria are management commitment, stakeholder engagement, and technological innovation. Qualitative approaches encompassed scholarly publications and reports, employing thematic analysis. This study examines ethical considerations regarding the careful treatment of data and its integrity and legitimacy. The criteria for inclusion encompassed geographic location, pertinent subject matter, comparative framework, sustainable dimensions, data sources, language, and publication date. The results reveal financial limitations, governance structure issues, a lack of pertinent technical expertise, and cultural opposition to change. The success elements correspond with the strategic leadership and commitment characteristics of a business, as well as innovation in technology. Pakistan's distinct sustainability issues arise from inadequate legislation, insufficient oversight, and a lackluster manufacturing sector. Financial obstacles hinder the implementation of sustainable practices for companies. It is imperative that governments provide financial support to enterprises migrating to sustainable practices, especially the implementation of Green Lean Sustainable Systems. Governments must address political stability and the implementation of stringent regulatory systems. Businesses must incorporate sustainability with economic objectives at all stages of project planning.