The Impact of Transformation towards Smart and Green Cities on Sustainability Practices in the Contracting Sector

Abstract

Abstract Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy serves as the foundation for this research which examines smart and green city transformations on sustainability practices in the country’s contracting sector. The research used quantitative survey approaches to examine 100 professionals from six main contracting firms which are executing national urban development initiatives in Riyadh. An analysis of data through descriptive statistics and ANOVA tests as well as Pearson correlation and multiple regression determined the associations between 2030 Vision awareness levels and smart technology adoption and regulatory incentives and stakeholder collaboration and sustainability performance outcomes. An increase in both digital integration and awareness produces enhanced sustainability results according to statistical analysis. The adoption of smart technologies alongside collaborative practices by contractors enhanced their sustainable performance capabilities and produced superior results according to sustainability metrics yet regulatory incentives showed less substantial effects. The study suggests that policymakers should create specific guidebooks combined with performance-based rewards systems to enhance the motivation level of contracting organizations. Contracting firms need to spend in smart technology infrastructure as well as provide training to employees and establish academic institution partnerships for increased innovation alongside sustainable practices improvement. This infrastructure stands crucial to make sure the sector meets Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives.