Determinants of Sustainable Project Performance: Evidence from Project-Based Organizations in Lahore

Abstract

This study examines how three key project management factors green leadership, stakeholder engagement, and digital project integration contribute to sustainable project performance in project-based organizations in Lahore, Pakistan. A quantitative cross-sectional design was adopted, and data were collected from 300 respondents, including project managers, team members, and coordinators across multiple sectors. A structured questionnaire was administered, and the data were analyzed using appropriate statistical techniques to assess the direct effects of the independent variables on the dependent variable. The results indicate that green leadership significantly enhances sustainable project performance by fostering environmentally conscious decision-making and team commitment. Stakeholder engagement also shows a strong positive influence, highlighting the importance of collaboration and participatory communication in achieving sustainability outcomes. Furthermore, digital project integration emerges as a vital contributor, as the use of digital tools and technologies improves process efficiency and resource optimization.