Resource Allocation and Success of Housing Construction Project: A Case of Rubirizi Center of Excellence, Rwanda

Albertine Tuyizere & Samuel Wabala
University of Kigali, Rwanda
Email: tizere21@gmail.com

Abstract: This study investigates the impact of resource allocation on the performance of housing construction projects in Rubirizi, Rwanda. Utilizing a descriptive research design, the study examines how effective resource planning, scheduling, tracking, and utilization contribute to project success. The research is grounded in the Resource-Based View (RBV) theory and contingency theory, emphasizing the importance of leveraging valuable, rare, and inimitable resources to gain a competitive advantage. The sample comprised 128 respondents from various construction companies and regulatory authorities in Rwanda, selected using purposive sampling. Data was collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed through descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and multiple regression models. The results show that resource planning and management have a significant positive impact on project success, with a high level of agreement among respondents that proper resource allocation contributes to meeting project goals and adhering to budgets. The findings indicate a strong correlation between resource planning and project success (r = 0.668, p < 0.01). It is recommended that construction firms invest in improving resource management practices, strengthen supply chain coordination, and adopt data-driven decision-making tools to enhance project outcomes.