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    The Influence of Project Management Practices on Project Success of Small and Medium Enterprises (SME’s) in the Construction Sector of Zambia: A Case Study of the RDA Acrow Bridge Lusaka District Minor Projects for the Period 2020 to 2022
    (University of Lusaka, 2025) BUNDA, Hildah
    This study examined the impact of project management practices on the success of construction projects in Zambia, focusing on the ACROW Bridge Lusaka minor projects between 2020 and 2022. The research was guided by four hypotheses and grounded in stakeholders' theory, resource based theory, general systems theory, and the theory of constraints. A sample of 380 respondents participated in the study. Both descriptive and explanatory research designs were utilized to conduct a comprehensive analysis of how various project management practices influence project outcomes, with data analysis conducted using SPSS software. The study employed descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and multiple linear regression to test the hypotheses. The Pearson correlation analysis revealed that, among the demographic variables, only gender was significantly correlated with project success, showing a negative relationship (r = -0.158, p <0.05). Regarding the independent variables, Project Integration Management (r = 0.573, p < 0.05), Stakeholder Management (r = 0.548, p < 0.05), Human Resource Management (r = 0.554, p < 0.05), and Project Risk Management (r = 0.582, p < 0.05) all demonstrated strong positive correlations with project success. Two multiple linear regression models were tested to further understand the relationships. Model 1 indicated that, aside from gender (r = -0.169, p < 0.05), no demographic control variables significantly influenced project success. In Model 2, which accounted for demographic variables, Project Integration Management (r = 0.191, p < 0.05), Stakeholder Management (r = 0.149, p < 0.05), Human Resource Management (r = 0.218, p <0.01), and Project Risk Management (r = 0.245, p < 0.01) were all positively related to project success. Based on these findings, the study recommends that the Government prioritize the implementation of robust project management practices—particularly Project Integration Management, Stakeholder Management, Human Resource Management, and Risk Management within national development projects. This will contribute to improved project success and efficiency. Additionally, it is recommended that the Government engage in regular monitoring and supervision to ensure optimal resource utilization throughout the project lifecycle. Lastly, the study suggests that tenders for public projects should be awarded to companies with a proven track record of successful project execution, to mitigate delays and avoid project stagnation. Keywords: Project Success, Project Management Practices, Small Medium Enterprise