Conference Paper

Overcoming Communication Challenges in the Construction Industry: A Comparative Study of Kuwait and Saudi Arabia

Volume: 35 September 30, 2025
  • Akram Suleiman

Overcoming Communication Challenges in the Construction Industry: A Comparative Study of Kuwait and Saudi Arabia

Abstract

Lack of communication is a major barrier in the construction zone, particularly in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, and can critically influence the gaining or drub of a project. This survey engaged consultants, clients, and contractors in the Kuwaiti and Saudi construction industry through a comprehensive survey, which listed 32 potential sources and 21 possible consequences of bad communication. The survey revealed that the important reasons of ineffective communication in both countries include the complexity of the industry, poor planning and coordination, reduction of communication techniques and preparation, differences in skill levels among teams, and poor detailed drawing. The greatest notable impact of poor communication includes mistakes, misunderstanding, low satisfaction, poor teamwork, poor planning, time overruns, low productivity, and adverse impacts on the design process. Interestingly, the survey results indicated a substantial agreement between Saudi and Kuwaiti respondents on the roots and influences of bad communication. To improve communication in these industries, it is crucial to treat the identified reasons and implement effective communication procedures and training. This study’s findings provide valuable insights for the construction sectors in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia and may also be relevant to other developing countries. Upcoming study should highlight the development and implementation of effective communication strategies based on these findi

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References

  1. Suleiman, A. (2025). Overcoming communication challenges in the construction industry: A comparative study of Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. The Eurasia Proceedings of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (EPSTEM), 35, 72-83

Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Industrial Electronics

Journal Section

Conference Paper

Authors

Akram Suleiman This is me
Jordan

Early Pub Date

October 20, 2025

Publication Date

September 30, 2025

Submission Date

April 23, 2025

Acceptance Date

June 1, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 35

APA
Suleiman, A. (2025). Overcoming Communication Challenges in the Construction Industry: A Comparative Study of Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. The Eurasia Proceedings of Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics, 35, 72-83. https://doi.org/10.55549/epstem.1803849