Badewi, AmgadAlanazi, Abdulrahman2024-11-172023Alanazi, Abdulrahman A G. (2023). Resource Management in Saudi Arabian Mega Projects: Challenges and Strategic Solutions for Effective Administration. Master's thesis, University of Kent.https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14154/73618This thesis investigates the challenges and strategic solutions for effective resource management in Saudi Arabian mega projects, specifically focusing on projects such as NEOM, the Red Sea Project, and Mukaab. These mega projects, integral to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, require extensive resources and present unique management challenges. The study aims to identify these challenges, evaluate the effectiveness of current management practices, and develop a comprehensive framework for resource management. This framework is intended to improve the administration of current and future large-scale projects in Saudi Arabia. The research methodology includes a literature review, qualitative data collection through semi-structured interviews with project managers and stakeholders, and thematic analysis. Key findings highlight the importance of strategic planning, stakeholder collaboration, technological advancements, and sustainability in resource management. The study concludes with policy recommendations for stakeholders and practitioners to enhance the success of mega projects in Saudi Arabia.45enResource managementMega ProjectsSaudi ArabiaNEOMRed SeaMukaabVision 2030ProcurementSupply chainsStrategic SolutionsArtificial intelligence in supply chainsProject ManagementSustainabilityStakeholder CollaborationTechnological AdvancementsQualitative ResearchThematic AnalysisPolicy Recommendationsالمشترياتسلاسل الإمدادإدارة المشاريعإدارة المواردإدارة الإمدادThesis