The Moderating Role of Organizational Culture on Barriers and Drivers of Sustainable Construction Practices in Saudi Arabia’s Construction Industry: A Circular Economy Perspective
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: The linear construction model is characterized by resource-intensive processes that generate significant waste, whereas adopting circular economy principles facilitates sustainable, adaptable, and recyclable building practices to mitigate waste and conserve resources. The primary objective of this study is to empirically analyze the impact of barriers and drivers on sustainable construction practices and to evaluate the role of organizational culture in moderating this relationship. This study, grounded in Circular Economy theory, distributed 210 questionnaires using simple random sampling to large contractors (501–3000 employees) in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Region, yielding 154 acceptable responses and a 73% completion rate. Data analysis was conducted using SmartPLS software, revealing that barriers, drivers and organizational culture positively impact sustainable construction practices, with organizational culture also positively moderating the connection among drivers and sustainable construction practices. However, organizational culture was not observed to substantially influence the connection between barriers and sustainable practices. The results highlight the main contribution of organizational culture in supporting sustainable development, offering significant theoretical contributions and practical implications for industry leaders and policymakers to develop regulatory framework and implement strategies that support sustainability.
Source: Buildings
Institutions: Jubail Industrial College, King Khalid University
Language: English
Subfield: Building and Construction
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,137
Funder: King Khalid University
OpenAlex ID: W4415146708