Drivers of Successful Implementation of Infrastructure Projects in Laikipia County, Kenya

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this research study was to investigate determinants of successful implementation of infrastructure projects in Laikipia County. The objectives of the study included assessing the role of stakeholder engagement, funds disbursement, monitoring practices and project leadership on successful implementation of infrastructure projects. There were four theories adopted including stakeholder theory, resource based view, human capital theory and transactional theory. Methodology: A descriptive survey design was used to conduct the study. The researcher targeted 108 project managers.. The respondents were purposively selected because they are in the frontline in the implementation of the project. The data was collected using questionnaires. Data was then analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Quantitative was analysed using SPSS software. This was presented by use of both quantitative and qualitative analysis in form of frequency tables, pie charts, percentages and bar charts. Findings: The study results showed that all the four independent variables were statistically significant relationship with successful implementation of projects. Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: This study uniquely advances theory by integrating local socio-economic factors into infrastructure project success models. For policy, it offers evidence-based recommendations tailored to Laikipia County’s governance and resource contexts, promoting more effective project oversight. Practically, it provides actionable strategies for stakeholders to enhance stakeholder collaboration, risk management, and resource allocation, improving implementation efficiency and sustainability of infrastructure projects in similar developing regions.